Katherina
10/10
Spain 🇪🇸
Excellent place, slightly outside the tourist crowds.
Pros: Absolutely everything was great. Didn’t expect we can get so much space and facilities on a boat.
Cons: We liked everything, but you might keep in mind that it is a boat indeed, which means it may move a little bit.
Rosemary
10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
this is not just a place to sleep, it's a whole experience.
Pros: I spent a week travelling through France and Belgium through various cities, and this accommodation was the highlight of my holiday in terms of character and a good night's sleep. It's little details, like looking out of the porthole window in the main bedroom, and discovering a tiny miniature boat figure (purely for decorative purposes), or the sailor knot examples with QR codes next to each one so you could find out more about them. I loved having access to all the speciality teas, a teapot (it is SO annoying in many hotels to have small cups which you constantly have to refill), and the kettle was even filled for me on arrival ready to be used. The double bed mattress was comfortable and I was grateful for the extra quilt option when I went to sleep. A good location (very quiet) within walking distance of lots to see and enjoy in Ghent. I was able to visit several museums easily without needing to get a bus.
Cons: not really a dislike (as it can't be helped on a boat). The ceiling height for those who are tall (I am 1.76) is very close in some places to your head so bear this in mind if you are 6 foot plus. It's part of the charm of the boat though.
Danmcd
9/10
Ireland 🇮🇪
Lovely stay with friendly host
Pros: Place was fab! Spacious, clean and so quirky! Really lovely place and host was very welcoming
Cons: N/A
Karin
8/10
Iceland 🇮🇸
Pros: It was a unique opportunity to stay in a boat! There was a lot of space (2 bedrooms, and also a bathtub). It's located in a non-touristy, authentic and quiet area of Ghent, which is about 30 min walking distance away from the train station and the city centre.
Cons: Some areas of the rooms smelled of ammonia. Also, due to the nature of this property, there were some spiders and moths.
Merrill
9/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Great!😊
Pros: It was lovely to stay on a boat. Breakfast was fantastic and Bart was very helpful. (Hope your ankle is okay!). A bit out of town but there is a tram stop close by and it was rather nice to enjoy the peace and lovely cat 🐱 x
Piotr
8/10
Germany 🇩🇪
Pros: This hotel is definitely unlike any other. An old barge converted into a hotel is a real treat; the stay and the location are well worth the price. A very nice and friendly host. The bathrooms and kitchen are well-equipped. The kitchen has everything you need, including a generous supply of coffee, tea, and sugar (a big plus). The bathroom has a wide selection of toiletries. Another plus is the parking space in the underground garage across from the boat (about a 5-minute walk). Overall, the place has a few drawbacks, but it also has a wonderful soul.
Cons: The Wi-Fi could definitely be better. In the last large bedroom with a TV, the signal was problematic; the internet often didn't work at all, or devices often lost signal. Mosquito nets in the portholes would be useful, as spiders and mosquitoes are a constant source of intrusion. There are a lot of cobwebs in the corners of the rooms.
Alexander
10/10
Canada 🇨🇦
A Unique and Rewarding Stay
Pros: The host, Bart, was an awesome guy: super helpful, friendly, and accommodating. The place itself was really unique and cool, and a ton of care clearly went into it.
Cons: It's a little bit out of the way, but transit is pretty good in Gent.
Sofia
10/10
Germany 🇩🇪
Very pleasant stay
Pros: Original experience, very clean and pleasant stay, kind owner
Elizabeth
10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Couples visit to Gent
Pros: Unique to stay on houseboat for couple of nights. More spacious than at first glance Great to have shower room and separate bathroom. Fabulous breakfast produced by Bart and his hens and one day weather cooperated and we had breakfast and evening drinks sitting on deck. About 25 mins walk to edge of city centre along canal. Parking a couple of minutes away with clear instructions
Cons: Would be nice to have comfortable inside seating for inclement days
Veronika
10/10
Luxembourg 🇱🇺
Thanks a lot for wonderful experience!
Pros: Amazing atmosphere!!! Everything is thought out to the smallest detail! All our family really enjoyed in this place - comfortable but so unusual! Wonderful experience! Funny chickens and rooster 😊
Cons: Nothing to mention
