1. Hotel Boterhuis
Located close to the old town square, this family-run hotel offers cozy family rooms (sleeps family or 5). Hotel has a buffet breakfast, terrace, bar and secure parking (fee). Building has a lot of character and many winding staircases so be mindful if stairs are an issue. Great base for exploring the city as many sights are within walking distance such as the Market square, Belfry of Bruges, Bruges City Theater, City Hall, Frietmuseum etc. Hotel Phone: +32 50 34 15 11.
2. Flanders Hotel
Set in a quiet location, a 5 minute walk away from the hustle & bustle of the main square, this modern hotel offers immaculate, value-for-money family rooms (family of 4) with tea & coffee making facilities and writing desks. Offers a buffet breakfast and has a good range of facilities, that include two gardens, a small, indoor swimming pool, bar and an open-air car park (fee). Has no restaurant but there are many gourmet restaurants in the area. Many of the city’s sights are an easy walk away – Beguinage, the Cathedral, etc. (10 minutes). Hotel Phone: +32 50 33 88 89.
3. Hotel Acacia
Set just off the main square (100 m) in a quiet side street, this hotel offers spacious, spotless family rooms (up to 4 people) with mini-bars, coffee & tea facilities and bathtubs. Offers a complimentary breakfast buffet, lounge bar and courtyard. Excellent base for exploring the city with many top attractions such as Choco-Story (chocolate museum), the Groeninge Museum, Concert Hall etc. a quick walk away. Hotel Phone: +32 50 34 44 11.
4. Hotel Aragon
Located on a quiet road, around the corner from the main market square, this contemporary hotel offers a nice range of family rooms starting with clean, well-equipped triple rooms (with/without kitchenettes for family of 3) to comfortable apartments (family of 6). Apartments have foldaway beds and full kitchens. Has a breakfast restaurant serving a breakfast buffet, lounge/bar and private parking (fee). Many top attractions are within walking distance and the train station is 2 km away. Hotel Phone: 32 50 33 35 33.
5. Hotel Jacobs Brugge
Offering clean, adequately-sized family rooms (group of 5 people) with complimentary breakfasts and hair dryers, this hotel housed in a stepped-gable building, is around a 10-15 minute walk away from the city center. Has a bar/lounge. Attractions nearby include the Lace Centre, the Folklore Museum and the St. Gillis and St. Anna churches. Hotel Phone: +32 50 33 98 31.
6. Gasthof Groenhove
Lovely, peaceful 6-room B&B, housed in a charming, leafy villa, a 20 minute walk away from the central square. Offers spacious, comfortable family rooms (family of 5) with mini-bars and a buffet breakfast. Has no lift, so be prepared to negotiate the stairs. Has free onsite parking, a pretty garden and offers a serene relaxing vibe overall. Surrounding area has a few shops and a pub. Excellent budget base for exploring Bruges. Hotel Phone: +32 50 37 34 44.
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