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Renovated rooms with private bathrooms
Enjoy modern, clean rooms, fully renovated in 2015, each featuring its own private bathroom for enhanced comfort and convenience.
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Shared kitchen for guest use
Prepare your own meals and save on dining expenses with access to a well-equipped shared kitchen, tailored to guest preferences.
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Delicious and varied breakfast buffet
Start your day with a generous and varied breakfast buffet, including options for different preferences, ensuring a satisfying meal.
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Historic city center location
Situated in the heart of Ghent, steps from Gravensteen Castle and Graslei, offering easy walking access to all major city landmarks and attractions.
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About De Draecke Hostel
De Draecke Hostel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hostel.During your stay at this fantastic hostel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as luggage storage and safety deposit boxes.Obtaining passes for the town's top entertainments becomes effortless with hostel's ticket service.For extended visits or whenever required, the laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at De Draecke Hostel.Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hostel's bar. At De Draecke Hostel, guests can access vending machines that provide light snacks and beverages 24 hours a day.At the hostel, discerning guests can also enjoy on-site culinary facilities like shared kitchen tailored to their preferences.
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Reviews
Very good
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Summarized by AI from 800+ reviews · Last updated: 29 May 2026
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This hotel is a versatile urban hub catering equally to sightseers, solo travelers, and budget travelers seeking a vibrant and convenient base. Its unbeatable central location in Ghent places guests within easy walking distance of major attractions and public transport. The property's secure bike storage and free lockers are particularly beneficial for active explorers. Guests consistently praise the exceptional staff for their friendliness and helpfulness, and the breakfast buffet is highlighted as varied and satisfying. For a quieter experience, guests should request a room facing the garden.
Rated above average for Ghent
Guest reviews
Excellent52%
Very good34%
Good8%
Fair2%
Poor4%
Top amenities
- WiFi in lobby
- WiFi in rooms
- Parking
- Hotel bar
All amenities
Property amenities
- Arcade/Video games
- Express check-in/check-out
- Parking
- Porter service
- Bar
- Hotel safe
- Non-smoking rooms
- Computer with Internet
- Laundry service
- WiFi in public areas
- Hypoallergenic rooms
- Concierge
Room amenities
- Shower
- Openable windows
- Television
- Central heating
- Room safe
- WiFi (room)
- Kitchen
- Hypoallergenic bedding
- Free WiFi in rooms
- Closet
Sports facilities
- Hiking trail
Location
Sint-Widostraat 11, 9000, Ghent, Belgium
Distance from De Draecke Hostel
Castle Of The Counts:0.1 km
Design Museum Gent:0.2 km
Dulle Griet:0.3 km
Saint Michael's Church:0.5 km
Ghent:0.6 km
Belfort:0.6 km
Geeraard De Duivelsteen:0.9 km
St Bavo’s Abbey:1.3 km
Gent-Dampoort:1.5 km
Museum Of Fine Arts:2.2 km
Planet Group Arena:4.8 km
Internationale Luchthaven Kortrijk-Wevelgem:44.7 km
Explore nearby attractions
- Bruxelles-Midi - Brussel-Zuid
- Bruges historical centre
- Bruges Station
- Midi
- Market Square
- Quais
- Castle of the Counts
- Centro Storico di Gent
- Station Sint Pieters
- Centrum
- Brussels Expo
- Brugge per koets
- Brugge anno 1468
- Sea Side Show
- Basilique du Sacré-coeur ou de Koekelberg
- Rouppe
- Het Witte Paard : Three Degrees
- Brussels Zenith
Property info
Sint-Widostraat 11, 9000, Ghent, BelgiumFrequently Asked Questions about De Draecke Hostel
Is there a pool area at De Draecke Hostel?
No, De Draecke Hostel doesn’t offer pool areas.
Are pets allowed at De Draecke Hostel?
No, De Draecke Hostel doesn’t allow pets.
Is parking available at De Draecke Hostel?
Yes, De Draecke Hostel provides Parking for guests.
Where is De Draecke Hostel located?
De Draecke Hostel is located in Sint-Widostraat 11, 9000, Ghent, Belgium.
Which popular attractions are close to De Draecke Hostel?
De Draecke Hostel Nearby attractions include Bruxelles-Midi - Brussel-Zuid, Bruges historical centre, Bruges Station, Midi, Market Square, Quais, Castle of the Counts, Centro Storico di Gent.
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