Boutique hotel 1898 The Post offers accommodation in an iconic, historical building in the heart of Ghent. It is situated in the former post office. The hotel has 38 rooms and suites that are decorated elegantly with antique furniture. They also feature high ceilings or sloped roofs. All rooms & suites offer views of the city, king-size beds, free WiFi, modern technology and luxury amenities. Guests can come to The Kitchen to relax, work, or enjoy a nice cup of coffee. It is a shared area, with an open fireplace overlooking Ghent. The Kitchen offers an American buffet breakfast, a selection of fresh and seasonal light dishes for lunch and homemade pastries for afternoon tea. The hotel also features a cocktail bar: The Cobbler, named after the special type of cocktail shaker. The hotel's world-class bartenders offer a creative range of cocktails, as well as a selection of fine tapas and delicacies. The hotel also has a meeting room of 57 m2 suitable for up to 10 people in boardroom style, with the option to organize coffee breaks or light lunches. Situated in between the Graslei and the Kornmarkt, during this festive period the Christmas market is only a few metres away. Antwerp International Airport is 53 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Ghent, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, American, Buffet

Private parking available


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ioanna
    Greece Greece
    This hotel is a destination by itself. Everything was perfect.The hotel it is the old post. Entering through the door timetravel begins. Rooms perfect. Breakfast perfect. Location perfect. Most important the people they work there, everybody were...
  • Fran
    Ireland Ireland
    The atmosphere in the hotel was amazing. It smelled so good. The staff were super friendly and helpful particularly Enrico and Innes. Would highly recommend it. Location was perfect. Bed was SUPER comfy too.
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful historic building. Very nicely furnished with attention to detail. Very clean.
  • Theo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful and atmospheric hotel in an excellent location.
  • Lukasz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel has a superb charm, with its stunning old-world design and beautiful attention to detail throughout every space – from the hallways to the breakfast area. Each corner feels thoughtfully crafted, blending elegance with character. The...
  • Natalie
    Belgium Belgium
    The location and view are fantastic. You're right in the middle of the city center. You can't ask for a better view. Our room was very big and comfortable, warm and cozy. Staff is friendly.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent hotel, really friendly staff in a great location
  • Ryan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    It was our honeymoon and the staff made us feel very welcomed and went the extra mile to make our stay memorable with extra little touches which were very much appreciated. The room was unique and full of thoughtful decor with wonderful ammenities...
  • Oliver
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was perfect for exploring beautiful Ghent. The historic building had so much character which was also shown in the rooms themselves. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was very well soundproofed as looked onto a really busy...
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely design and decor in a historical building with links to its past. Fabulous breakfast and very nice, helpful staff.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of 1898 The Post
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 25 per day.

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Concierge service
    • Wake-up service
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    • Room service

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Dutch

    House rules
    1898 The Post takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 00:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    € 25 per child, per night
    3 - 13 years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 50 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note, when booking 6 or more rooms, other policies and charges may apply. Please contact the property for more information.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform 1898 The Post in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.