ibis Gent Centrum Opera

3.0 star property
Travelers find a welcoming base in Ghent's historic center, renting bikes to explore medieval streets or unwinding with drinks at the garden bar.

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Ibis Gent Centrum Opera, in the heart of Ghent, offers a beautiful garden, cozy bar, in-room WiFi, bike rentals for city exploration, and secure luggage storage. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, consistently earning positive reviews.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AED 310
AED 385 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Kunstenkwartier, a neighborhood in Ghent, ibis Gent Centrum Opera is in the entertainment district. Belfry of Ghent and St. Michael's Bridge are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Ghent Christmas Market. Ghent University and Saint Bavo Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Ghent travel guide
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Nederkouter 24, Ghent, 9000

What's nearby

  • A canal with historic buildings and a rainbow in the background.
    Ghent University
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic tower with a spire, a modern building with a wooden facade, and a cobblestone square with outdoor seating.
    Belfry of Ghent
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A historic building with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and flags.
    Ghent Town Hall
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A historic square with a statue of a religious scene, surrounded by old buildings and a tall church tower.
    Saint Bavo Cathedral
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A historic castle with a moat, a bridge, and a canal reflecting the structure.
    Gravensteen Castle
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station
    7 min drive
  • Brussels Airport (BRU)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Panos
    3 min walk
  • Brasserie HA'
    3 min walk
  • Goya Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Luv l’Oeuf
    1 min walk
  • Café de Loge
    6 min walk

About this property

ibis Gent Centrum Opera

  • Hotel near Ghent University
  • Located close to St. Michael's Bridge and Belfry of Ghent, ibis Gent Centrum Opera provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and a 24-hour front desk
    • A computer station, a vending machine, and laundry services
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 134 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • 21-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Daily housekeeping, desks, and desk chairs

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per night)
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (EUR 23 per night)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 19 for adults and EUR 9.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renewable energy used
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 18 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 19 for adults and EUR 9.5 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 23 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per night (164 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Belgium. This property is rated 3 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is ibis Gent Centrum Opera pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis Gent Centrum Opera?

As of 10 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Gent Centrum Opera on 23 August 2026 start from AED 310, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 23 per night.

What time is check-in at ibis Gent Centrum Opera?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at ibis Gent Centrum Opera?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is ibis Gent Centrum Opera located?

Located in Kunstenkwartier, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ghent University, St. Michael's Bridge, and Belfry of Ghent. St. Nicholas' Church and Saint Bavo Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station is 22 minutes by foot and Ghent (GNE-Sint-Pieters Train Station) is 23 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

ibis Gent Centrum Opera Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 427 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 427 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 427 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 427 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 427 reviews

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