Find Cheap Hostels in Ghent

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and historic sites.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they all have a few things in common, including low prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These options get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Hostel Uppelink - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. KaBa Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station. You’ll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. The Station Universe - Ghent - Campus Accommodation - You can take advantage of free WiFi and an elevator at this property. The Cover Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find showers, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Ghent, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Ghent is 30 inches.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore some places near Ghent. Get out into nature with places like Citadel Park, Blaarmeersen Recreation Area, and Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen Nature Reserve. Cultural attractions include Flemish Opera Ghent, Capitole Theatre, and STAM Ghent City Museum. Visit landmarks like Belfry of Ghent, Masons’ Guild Hall, and St. Nicholas’ Church.

Keep this information about transit options in Ghent on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.), located 32.9 mi (52.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Brussels Airport (BRU), located 34.8 mi (55.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Ghent-Dampoort Station, Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station, or Ghent (GNE-Sint-Pieters Train Station).