Discover other cities of art from Ghent

Astoria Hotel Gent is just a five-minute walk from Gent-Sint-Pieters Station, making it the ideal starting point for anyone who wants to discover Flanders. Thanks to its central location, you can easily travel to all of Flanders' art cities without having to change hotels every day. After a day filled with museums, historic alleys, and culinary stops, you can come home to the peace and comfort of our family-run hotel.

Ghent offers everything a traveler needs in one city:

• Central location in Flanders
• Excellent train connections to other (art) cities
• Authentic, lively atmosphere, but less crowded than other art cities
• Attractive hotel prices compared to Bruges, Antwerp, and Brussels

And of course, Ghent itself is a destination full of charm: medieval towers, modern museums, green spaces, and a lively food scene.

From Ghent Sint-Pieters, you can reach any Flemish art city in no time. Ideal for those who like to see a lot in a short time.

Bruges

• Train: ± 25 min
• Car: ± 50 min
• Romantic canals and medieval alleys.
• More info here

Antwerp

• Train: ± 35 min
• Car: ± 45 min
• Art, fashion and port architecture in one city.
• More information here

Mechelen

• Train: ± 47 min
• Car: ± 55 min
• Compact Burgundian city of art with charming squares and rich heritage.
• More information here

Brussels

• Train: ± 30 min
• From the Atomium to the Grand Place: culture and gastronomy in abundance.
• More info here 

Leuven

• Train: ± 45 min
• Car: ± 50 min
• University city full of culture, cafés, and surprising museums.
• More info here 

Ghent is quieter than Brussels, less touristy than Bruges and often more budget-friendly than Antwerp. The ideal balance for those who want to combine comfort and culture.

For couples

• Romantic walks along the Leie and atmospheric squares
• Combine day trips with cosy dinners in Ghent
• Tip: enjoy a wonderfully relaxing night at Astoria Hotel Ghent

For international visitors

• Easily accessible from Ghent-Saint-Pieters Station
• Central location for cultural tours across Flanders
• Very comprehensive visitor platform from at VisitGent
• Tip: multilingual staff at Astoria Hotel Gent will be happy to assist you

For slow travelers

• Discover Flanders at your own pace
• Ghent as a base offering many relaxation opportunities
• Tip: personalized welcome and hearty breakfast at Astoria Hotel Gent

For train travelers

• No parking worries
• Ideal for those traveling consciously and sustainably
• Tip: day trips start just a five-minute walk from Astoria Hotel Gent

For travelers by car

• Smooth connections to all art cities
• Travel at your own pace, with full flexibility and freedom
• Tip: parking and car charging available at Astoria Hotel Gent

At Astoria Hotel Ghent, we do everything we can to make your stay pleasant and carefree, so that you can fully enjoy all the beauty that Flanders has to offer.

Useful links:

• Our favourite restaurants here
• Sights in Ghent: Visitgent
• Public transport & route planning:
  • De Lijn
  • NMBS

Are you planning a cultural city trip, romantic weekend, or multi-day discovery tour through Flanders?

We look forward to welcoming you.

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