The 38 rooms and suites of the boutique hotel '1898 The Post' range from 19 to 65 sqm in size and offer a stunning view of the city. The antique furniture dating from the 20th century stands harmoniously side by side with modern technology ensuring maximum comfort for the most demanding guests : private bathroom with shower or bathtub, hairdryer, toilets and toiletries, air conditioning, free WiFi Internet access, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, minibar, safe...

- Stamp room : King size bed and a white marble bathroom. 19 sqm.
- Postcard room : Duplex rooms with a king size bed downstairs and an open, white marble bathroom upstairs. 25 sqm.
- Envelope room : King size bed, antique furniture and a white marble bathroom. 25 sqm.
- Letter / Letter twin room : Duplex rooms with remarkably high ceilings. Breathtaking view over either the St.Nicholas’ Church or St.Michaels’ Bridge. 30 sqm.
- Carriage room: Duplex room with work area downstairs. Upstairs, you will find a king-size bed and a bathroom with a shower. 30 sqm.
- Carriage room with private terrace : Duplex room, with cozy living room downstairs. King-size bed and a bathroom upstairs. This is the only room in the hotel with a private terrace with table and seating. 35 smq.
- Suite 2: Downstairs, you will find a dressing area, a King size bed and a cozy working area. Upstairs, you will be amazed with a white marble ensuite bathroom. 50 sqm.
- Suite 18: Duplex suite, ideal for families. Downstairs, you can relax in a large living area. Upstairs, you will find a King size bed and a large, white marble ensuite bathroom with shower and bath tub. 57 sqm.
- Suite 19: Spacious suite laid out over 2 floors. Comfortable king-size bed large living area on the ground floor. Ascending a unique metal spiral staircase, the bathroom with a white marble shower and double vanity is located under the sloped roof. 60 sqm.
- Suite 23: Suite laid out on one level, with a large living area, as well as a bedroom area with King size bed. 45 sqm.
- Junior Suite 39: King size bed and en suite bathroom with bath, shower and double washbasin. 33 sqm.
- Tower Suite : Without a doubt the most romantic room of the hotel. This octagonal Suite is located on the highest point of the building, and spread out over two floors connected by a winding staircase. It offers a stunning 360 degree view over the rooftops of historic Ghent. 45 sqm.
- Loft: The largest Suite of the hotel is located directly under the roof. Large living area with library. The bedroom is overlooking the vibrant Korenmarkt square. The white marble bathroom with shower and bath tub is the largest in the hotel. 65 sqm.

- Allergy free room available
- Maximum 1 baby cot per room or Suite
- Extra child / extra bed : extra bed mandatory when more than 2 people in the suite. Only available in some type of suites upon request (35 EUR / night)

Facilities / Services

» In the hotel :

Cocktail bar « The Cobbler » : The hotel's world-class bartenders offer a creative range of cocktails, as well as a selection of fine tapas and other finger foods.

The Terrace : Beside the Lys River, on the Graslei Street, 'The Terrace' is the perfect place to enjoy a craft beer, a hot drink or a glass of wine.

The Kitchen : The open fire in this communal area creates an atmosphere that is both serene and captivating, ideal to relax or work unobtrusively. Afternoon Tea is served from 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm.

- 1 meeting room of 57 m2, for up to 12 people
- Multilingual staff: Dutch, English, French, German and Spanish
- Pets are not allowed

- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Elevator
- Fire safety compliant
- High Speed internet access complimentary
- High Speed internet access fee
- Laundry facilities
- Private Parking (surcharge)
- Reservations for restaurants
- Sightseeing tours reservation
- Taxi-call
- Wireless Internet Access

» In the rooms :

- Air conditioning
- Bathroom Amenities
- Bathtub
- Cable or satellite TV
- Coffee/Tea Maker
- Connecting rooms
- Direct dial phone
- Hair dryer
- Handicapped Room/Facilities
- High Speed Internet access fee
- Internet Access - Complimentary
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Mini Bar
- Safe
- Shower
- Toilet
- Wireless Internet Access

Location

The '1898 The Post’ is situated in between the Graslei and the Kornmarkt, in the middle of the city centre of Ghent. During the festive period, the Christmas market is only a few metres away.

Business:
- Gent ICC International Convention Center : 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
- Flanders Expo: 3.7 km / 2.27 mi
Cities:
- Brugge: 38.7 km / 24.07 mi
- Brussels: 49.7 km / 30.87 mi
Entertainment:
- Opera Gent: 480 m / 0.3 mi
Monuments:
- Saint-Nicolas church: 100 m / 0.06 mi
- Saint-Michel church: 150 m / 0.09 mi
- Belfry of Ghent: 240 m / 0.15 m
- Castle of the Counts of Flandre (Gravensteen): 380 m / 0.24 mi
- Saint-Bavon Cathedral: 400 m / 0.25 mi
- Saint-Jacques church: 490 m / 0.3 mi
- Geraard de Duivel Castle: 530 m / 0.33 mi
- Sainte Elisabeth church: 750 m / 0.47 mi
- Rabot: 920 m / 0.57 mi
- Saint-Pierre Abbey: 1.4 km / 0.86 mi
Museums:
- Design Museum Gent: 240 m / 0.15 mi
- De School van Toen: 330 m / 0.21 mi
- Huis van Alijn: 450 m / 0.28 mi
- Museum voor Stenen Voorwerpen: 980 m / 0.61 mi
- Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst: 1.7 km / 1.08 mi
- Museum voor Schone Kunsten: 1.8 km / 1.11 mi
- Museum Dr. Guislain: 1.9 km / 1.19 mi
Parks:
- Koning Albert I Park: 1.2 km / 0.77 mi
- Citadelpark: 2 km / 1.23 mi

Transportation

Airports:
- Antwerp International Airport (ANR): 53.6 km / 33.32 mi
- Brussels National Airport (BRU): 56.2 km / 34.94 mi
Bus:
- Bus stop «Gent Korenmarkt perron 2» - Lines 3, 17, 18, 38 and 39: 30 m / 0.02 mi
Train station:
- Gand-Saint-Pierre train station: 2.1 km / 1.33 mi
Tramway:
- Tram stop «Gent Korenmarkt perron 3» - Lines 1 and 4: 70 m / 0.04 mi

Facilities / Services

» Breakfast

On the first floor, The Kitchen invites you to start the day with a delicious homemade, American buffet-style breakfast. The open fire in this communal area creates an atmosphere that is both serene and captivating, ideal to relax or work unobtrusively.
Breakfast is served from 8 am - 11 am. It is not included in the room rate : 25 EUR per person.

City tax is not included : 3 EUR / person / night

Check-in : 4 pm  /  Check-out : 12 noon

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