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Our top choices for Ghent hostels

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Hostel Uppelink

Hostel Uppelink
Ghent City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ￥12,036
￥13,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Hostel Uppelink
Interior

KaBa Hostel

KaBa Hostel
Ghent
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (56 reviews)
"This hostel was exceptionally clean and the staff were very nice. It has a wonderful common area and a well-equipped kitchen. I very much enjoyed staying here. "
Canada
Sophia
The price is ￥13,594
￥16,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
KaBa Hostel
Private kitchen

Room with bunk bed (3)

Room with bunk bed (3)
Gent
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Add is misleading. 1 room. bath shared w other guests on the floor, no privare bath. Same as kitchen. No towels change. Nobody cleaned my apartment during my 4 day stay. Heat operated 1 day only. Hair dryer not working. Kitchen sink loaded w dirty dishes. Garbage can full.Apartment is located in a street w prostitutes houses. Walking distance to touristic area.Disappointed. Won't recommend."
United States
Ana M.
The price is ￥11,488
￥17,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Room with bunk bed (3)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Ghent Hotel Reviews

Getaway Gent

Getaway Gent

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Staff very helpful."
Anne 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Getaway Gent

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Ghent Hostels information

Number of reviews
239
Accommodation
3 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥13,481
Highest Price
￥17,778

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ghent?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and historic sites.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they all have a few things in common, including low prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Ghent?
Ready to book a hostel? These options get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Hostel Uppelink - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. KaBa Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, tour assistance, and a computer station. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Room with bunk bed (3) - You can take advantage of laundry facilities at this property. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ghent?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Ghent is 30 inches.
What is there to see and do in Ghent?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore some places near Ghent. Get out into nature with places like Citadel Park, Blaarmeersen Recreation Area, and Ghent University Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include House of Alijn, Capitole Theatre, and Bijloke Music Center. Visit landmarks like Belfry of Ghent, St. Nicholas' Church, and St. Michael's Bridge.
What's the best way to get to and around Ghent while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Ghent on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.), located 32.9 mi (52.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Brussels Airport (BRU), located 34.8 mi (55.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Ghent-Dampoort Station, Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station, or Ghent (GNE-Sint-Pieters Train Station).