Hotel Bourgoensch Hof

This hotel was a highlight of our entire trip to Belgium. However, my review is highly subjective. The hotel is under renovation and the renovated room we were originally placed in was not good (very poor, very straightforward minimalistic design, even no place to hang our dresses). The elevator to our floor was outdated and didn't work well, sometimes stopping between the floors. The receptionist (I regret I didn't ask his name, I really owe him) heard our complains and offered an old (meaning not renovated yet) room one floor below the lobby. The room was huge and old-fashioned, it overlooked the canal and many boats were passing by. We were warned that the room in not airconditioned and next day we were offered a fan. The room (I think it was 021) was so unique that we would stay again regardless all the imperfections. Yet, with the ongoing renovation I'm not sure it won't be turned into something ordinary and faceless. One thing to keep in mind is that the hotel is in the so-called low-traffic zone, which only residents are allowed to enter with their cars. To avoid the fines, you must scan a QR code and submit registration within 24 hours. With all the turmoil, I only noticed this poster at the reception during the check-out, so I'm expecting some steep fines forwarded to me by the rental car company. Yet, I would stay at this room again, event at higher price.

Location, location, location! Steps from the square, on a canal! Views were spectacular!! Breakfast was lovely hosted by a wonderful lady. The attached patio and Waffle Wagon must be experienced. All staff we encountered were helpful and welcoming. There was some construction but that can't be avoided and it didn't interfere with our stay.

Bruges is a dream and Hotel Bourgoensch Hof is a perfect place to stay to explore the town. The hotel is a short walk from many of the historic locations and museums. The front desk folks were friendly and helpful without being intrusive. Breakfast offered the usual fare of meats, cheeses, pastries and cereal and was served is a beautiful room overlooking the canal. We didn't sign up for breakfast but would the next time - coffee shops don't open until 9 or 10 so if you want a little something to get you going, take the breakfast! We enjoyed rounding up our days in the hotel bar each evening. We were delighted with our large rooms overlooking the canal (21 and 23). These rooms are not luxurious but are clean and lovely. Room 21 is quite large and elegant, and room 23 is very close to the canal boat action (if the curtains are open, you might be part of the tour....) We took some gorgeous pictures right from our room as well as watching local ducks feed their chicks on the banks of the canal. We look forward to visiting again!