Huswell - Stay, Relax & Explore Gent

Summary:
Looking for a cozy place to stay in Gent that feels like home — but better? This charming vacation rental blends comfort, style, and a dash of local character, making it the ideal spot for a memorable city getaway. Whether you’re here to explore cobblestone streets, dive into the café culture, or just unwind, this place has you covered.

The Space:
Step inside and you’ll find a thoughtfully designed space that instantly feels welcoming. Sunlight fills the spacious rooms, while soft, high-quality bedding invites you to rest after a day out in the city. The modern furnishings and local touches add warmth and character, making it easy to settle in and feel at home.

The open-plan living area sets a relaxed tone, tastefully decorated with artwork and details that reflect Gent’s creative spirit. A fully equipped kitchen lets you enjoy home-cooked meals whenever you like, while the private balcony or terrace is perfect for a quiet morning coffee or a glass of wine at sunset. Outside, the garden offers a peaceful spot to enjoy the fresh air and take a break from the buzz of the city.

The location couldn’t be better — surrounded by great restaurants, cozy cafés, and local markets, you’ll have everything within easy reach. Whether you want to dine out, grab takeout, or shop for ingredients to cook your own meal, the neighborhood has you covered.

Cleanliness and comfort are top priorities here. The property is professionally maintained, with fresh linens and towels provided for every guest, ensuring a carefree and relaxing stay.

This hidden gem in Gent offers everything you need to make your visit truly special — a stylish retreat where you can relax, recharge, and enjoy the city at your own pace.

Guest Access:
Enjoy full access to the entire apartment during your stay. This includes both well-appointed bedrooms, the fully equipped kitchen, and the comfortable living area. You'll also have a private entrance for added convenience. Please note that the apartment is located on the third floor and is accessible via an elevator. While you're welcome to enjoy the shared common areas of the building, please be mindful of other residents. Private spaces, such as storage closets marked 'private,' are not accessible to guests.

The Neighborhood:
Ghent is charmingly historic and spicy contemporary. Ghent is alive and worth a weekend away, it is also an ideal last minute city trip. Quirky Ghent breathes history and offers you a fascinating cultural cocktail filled to the brim with trendy and modern city life. During your city trip, don't miss the opportunity to admire the world-famous masterpiece The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, by the Van Eyck brothers.

Stroll through Ghent's city center and you will immediately understand the many tourist prizes and international praise. Nowhere else can you flash from the 14th to the 21st century (and back!), so quickly without even having the feeling that something is not right. According to the National Geographic Traveler Magazine, Ghent is the most authentic historical city in the world that is bustling with life.

Close to the beautiful castle of Gravensteen, you board a boat that will take you along the most beautiful places in Ghent. You will travel through time through the fascinating history of medieval Ghent and sail past historic buildings and architecture. Admire the famous three towers of Ghent, the various medieval churches and monasteries, the birthplace of Emperor Charles V of Spain, the stately guild halls, a breathtaking castle and much more.

Highlights:
Marvel at Saint Baafs Cathedral, the Belfry and Saint Nicholas' Church
Discover the old craftsmen's guildhalls
Admire the impressive castle Gravensteen and the Prinsenhof
Sail from the old “Vismarkt” to the even older “Vleeshal”
Glide through the Old Port of Ghent with it’s dockside and warehouses

Shopping in Ghent is wonderful. Ghent has the largest shopping and walking area in Belgium and a diverse range of markets and shops. All this within a stone's throw of each other. In Ghent you will find the large well-known clothing stores next to authentic boutiques. Every first Sunday of the month you can shop in Ghent during the shopping Sundays. The shops are closed on all other Sundays and public holidays.

You can easily combine your city trip to Ghent with one of the seaside resorts on the Flemish coast. Knokke, Blankenberge and Ostend are a stone's throw away.

Ghent is easily reachable by car and train.

For more detailed information we refer to the websites “visitgent” en “dekust”.

Getting Around:
Getting around Gent is easy! This apartment is ideally located for accessing public transport. The nearest tram stop is a short walk away, providing convenient access to the city center and main train station (Gent-Sint-Pieters). From the train station, you can connect to national and international destinations. For those arriving by car, paid parking is available off-premises. Please note that street parking can be limited. Travel time to Gent-Sint-Pieters station is approximately 10-15 minutes by tram, and from there, you can easily reach Brussels Airport (BRU) in about an hour by train.

ACCESSIBILITY:
You can easily reach the accommodation by car, public transport and taxi.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
For bus transport, please refer to the website “delijn”.
For train transport, please refer to the website “belgiantrain” or “nmbs”
For tram transport, please refer to the website “dekusttram” or “delijn”.
The Belgium coast is served by the Kusttram, which traverses the entire Belgian coast from Knokke to De Panne.

PARKING:

For all parking information, we refer you to the website “seety”. This website will clearly show the parking options when entering the accommodation address. It shows parking costs, the possible durations and even public (underground) parking options if available.

Other Things to Note:
At HUSWELL, we’re committed to providing you with exceptional support throughout your stay. As the facilitator of the digital rental process, our dedicated team is available 24/7 through multiple channels. Our primary method of communication is the booking platform's messaging system, but you can also reach us via HUSWELL’s email, chat, and phone channels. We strive to respond promptly — typically within 10 minutes during business hours and within 60 minutes outside of them. No matter the time or need, we’re here to ensure your stay is as smooth, secure, and stress-free as possible.

Interaction with Guests:
At HUSWELL, we’re committed to providing you with exceptional support throughout your stay. As the facilitator of the digital rental process, our dedicated team is available 24/7 through multiple channels. Our primary method of communication is the booking platform's messaging system, but you can also reach us via HUSWELL’s email, chat, and phone channels. We strive to respond promptly — typically within 10 minutes during business hours and within 60 minutes outside of them. No matter the time or need, we’re here to ensure your stay is as smooth, secure, and stress-free as possible.