At a glance: 4-star · Since 2017 · 38 rooms
Near: St Michael's Bridge · 1 min walk
Guests love: Bar · Service
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Dear Mr. Frank, Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful words about your stay with us. It is particularly meaningful to hear that the character of our historic building, together with its contemporary design, created the atmosphere you were looking for. Thank you once again for choosing 1898 The Post during your time in Ghent. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another stay in the heart of the city. Warm regards, Team 1898
Aaron Feeney
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Dear Mr. Feeney, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear that you had a great three day stay in Ghent and that you enjoyed our central location, the comfort of the property and the many restaurants and attractions within walking distance. It is especially rewarding to read your kind words about The Cobbler. Victor and Tim will be very happy to hear your compliments. They put a lot of care into creating memorable experiences and it is fantastic to know that their service and cocktails made your visit even more special. Thank you once again for choosing to stay with us. It was a pleasure to host you and we hope to welcome you back to Ghent again soon. Warm regards, 1898 team
The hotel has its own restaurant, snack bar, and bar, so you can eat and drink right on Graslei without going far. For a change of scene, the nearby Patershol neighborhood, just a short walk from the Castle of the Counts, is known for its many charming restaurants. You can also try Du Progres, a restaurant about a 5-minute walk from the hotel. The area around the hotel is lively, with plenty of terraces along the river where you can sit and enjoy a meal or a drink. For a quick bite, the hotel's snack bar is a convenient option.
You are right on Graslei, the historic quay along the Lys river, with the old post office building and guildhalls around you. St Michael's Bridge is a 1-minute walk, and the Belfry of Gent is 3 minutes away, so you are in the heart of the old center. The Castle of the Counts is a 4-minute walk, and St Bavo's Cathedral is 5 minutes, making it easy to explore on foot. The hotel has its own bar, restaurant, and snack bar for a bite. For a wider look, STAM - Ghent City Museum is a 14-minute walk, and the Museum voor Schone Kunsten is 22 minutes away.
From Gent Sint Pieters station, take tram 1 toward Wondelgem or Evergem, get off at Korenmarkt, and walk two minutes to Graslei 16. Taxis wait outside the station and can drop you at the hotel entrance. From Brussels Airport, take a train to Gent Sint Pieters, then follow the same tram or taxi option. Gent Dampoort station is also nearby, about a 1.4 km walk or short ride. The hotel sits in a car-free zone, so if driving, use the Sint-Michiels public parking or the hotel's private lot, then cross St Michael's Bridge on foot.
In the evening, you can start at the hotel's own bar for a drink, then step out to the lively Graslei and Korenlei quays, where terraces line the river. The Castle of the Counts is a 4-minute walk away, and the Belfry of Gent is 3 minutes, both atmospheric after dark. For a guided option, the Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent explores the city's history. The nearby Patershol neighborhood, just past the castle, is known for its many restaurants, so you can wander and pick a spot for dinner. St Michael's Bridge, a 1-minute walk, offers a classic view of the illuminated skyline.
Yes, 1898 the Post is an excellent base for exploring Ghent. You can walk to St Michael's Bridge in 1 minute, the Belfry of Gent in 3, and the Castle of the Counts in 4, with St Bavo's Cathedral just 5 minutes away. The STAM city museum is a 14-minute walk, and the Museum voor Schone Kunsten takes 22 minutes on foot. For sights further out, the city's trams and buses run through the centre, making it easy to reach them. The hotel's own bar and restaurant are right there for a break between explorations.
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