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1898 The Post & Porter's house

16 Graslei, Ghent, BE

9.6 guest rating· 2232 reviews

About this hotel

Elegant Accommodations

The 38 rooms and suites at Boutique hotel 1898 The Post are elegantly decorated with antique furniture, offering views of the city, king-size beds, free WiFi, modern technology, and luxury amenities.

Gastronomic Delights

Guests can unwind at The Kitchen, a shared area with an open fireplace, offering an American buffet breakfast, light lunch dishes, and homemade pastries. The Cobbler, the hotel's cocktail bar, serves a creative range of cocktails, tapas, and delicacies.

Convenient Location

Located in the heart of Ghent, the hotel is housed in an iconic historical building, the former post office. Situated near the Graslei and the Kornmarkt, guests can easily access the nearby Christmas market and are only 53 km from Antwerp International Airport.

Book your stay at Boutique hotel 1898 The Post for a luxurious and memorable experience!

Rooms & rates

Deluxe Double Room with Bath

Sleeps 2 · 39 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Superior King Suite

Sleeps 4 · 58 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Duplex King Suite

Sleeps 3 · 57 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Deluxe King Room

Sleeps 2 · 21 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Family Room with Terrace

Sleeps 4 · 89 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Suite with Terrace

Sleeps 2 · 61 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

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Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Partially open bathroom

Suite 19

Sleeps 4 · 60 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Carriage

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Partially open bathroom

Suite 18

Sleeps 3 · 57 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
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  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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16 Graslei, Ghent, BE

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.62232 reviews

+ Exceptional service+ Beautiful location+ Unique room experience+ Great amenitiesNo restaurant on sitePossibly difficult stairs for some rooms
Cleanliness9.4
Service9.8
Location10.0
Room Quality9.8
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.4

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KAĞAN · TR · 2026-07-24

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10.0

everything was exceptional

Anastasiya · NL · 2026-07-21

Good to know

Please note, when booking 6 or more rooms, other policies and charges may apply. Please contact the property for more information.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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 EUR 25 per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 25 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 25 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children from 3 years old to 13 years old stay for € 50 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children from 3 years old to 13 years old stay for € 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.