St. Macharius

Ghent

This was my favourite place to visit in Ghent. I could have taken pictures all day in the ruin of St. Bavo's Abbey. An quiet oasis in the city, we were the only people there. So quiet and serene and many courtyards to explore including a medieval church. Founded in the 7th century, the former abbey is now ruins echoing the history that took place here. The oldest wall in Ghent stands here. The original Romanesque church that was destroyed is marked out by lovely hedges so you can see where it once stood as the five-metre-high shrubbery columns mark out the foundations. Entry was free.
This was my favourite place to visit in Ghent. I could have taken pictures all day in the ruin of St. Bavo's Abbey. An quiet oasis in the city, we were the only people there. So quiet and serene and many courtyards to explore including a medieval church. Founded in the 7th century, the former abbey is now ruins echoing the history that took place here. The oldest wall in Ghent stands here. The original Romanesque church that was destroyed is marked out by lovely hedges so you can see where it once stood as the five-metre-high shrubbery columns mark out the foundations. Entry was free.
Ghent

Top hotels in St. Macharius

Aparthotel Castelnou

Aparthotel Castelnou

3.5 out of 5
Kasteellaan 51 Ghent
The price is €113 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€113
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (449 reviews)
The room and hotel itself were spotless and spacious and the location was good. The lady on the welcoming desk was lovely and very helpful. The carpark was easy and accessible. Unfortunately...the breakfast let it down as there wasn't much and the rolls were stale. Apart from that...we were very ...

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Aparthotel Castelnou
Novotel Gent Centrum

Novotel Gent Centrum

3.5 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52 Ghent
The price is €105 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€105
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Very nice staff. Good breakfast and decent bar. Wouldn't stay again as room very noisy with shouting from street until 4am both nights and then the road sweepers started at 8

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Novotel Gent Centrum
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17 Ghent
The price is €85 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€85
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Very nice hotel, new and clean in great location.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Van der Valk Hotel Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10 Ghent
The price is €138 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€138
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (671 reviews)
The room was nice but the bed uncomfortable and bedding very poor quality. Good hotels should invest in good pillows and towels. Location is what it is but easy enough to get a taxi. Staff were nice throughout.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36 Ghent
The price is €169 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€169
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
This is such a beautiful hotel, very well Located and room was spotless, comfortable and great spa. It’s nice that it stays open a bit late too. Staff were very nice too.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

Kleindokkaai 27 Ghent BE
The price is €64 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€64
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The reception area is very welcoming

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
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Other neighbourhoods around St. Macharius

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Red Light District

While there might not be top attractions in Red Light District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Glass Alley and Capitole Theatre.

Red Light District
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Heirnis

Heirnis might not have many top sights, but Capitole Theatre and St. Bavo's Abbey are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Heirnis
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Zuid

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Zuid. You might want to make time for a stop at Ghent South Shopping Center or Ghent Public Library.

Zuid
Ghent Town Hall featuring a sunset, street scenes and an administrative building

Ghent City Centre

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Masons' Guild Hall or Belfry of Ghent while you're exploring.

Ghent City Centre
Gravensteen which includes heritage architecture, a river or creek and château or palace

Patershol

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Patershol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gravensteen Castle and Old Fish Market.

Patershol
Ghent XXL panorama

Graslei and Korenlei

If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Graslei and Korenlei

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