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Novotel Gent Centrum – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
Goudenleeuwplein 5, Ghent 9000, Belgium
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Novotel Gent Centrum
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Ranked #8 of 36 hotels in Ghent
4.0 of 5 stars 240 Reviews
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Norwich, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“TRAVELLING CAMEL”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012
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The hotel is ideally situated for the centre of Ghent with its many attractions although finding your way by car is a nightmare and parking at the hotel limited and expensive.
Disappointingly reception on arrival was not up to expectations. We were allocated two rooms,one specifically for disabled and thus lacking the standard comforts,chairs etc and the other where the heating did not work. the attitude of the receptionist bordered on the surly and no attempt was made to address the situation - claimimg that the hotel was full which it was not athe time of our arrival.
Maid service was a bit slack, no attempt was made to remove empty glasses or bottles throughout our five night stay.
Beyond that the friendliness and helpfulness of the rest of the staff was exceptional.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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EMILE LANNOY, General Manager at Novotel Gent Centrum, responded to this review
7 February 2012
I thank you for having taken the time to write us following your stay in Novotel Gent .
I assure you that I am sorry and I present my sincerest apologies for this unpleasant experience .
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Emile Lannoy
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Perfect for the business traveller”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

Good standard as most novotel hotels, excellent central location (parking underground at the hotel is limited and expensive - you can park at Sofitel if its packed, but there is parking on the streets nearby). Breakfast is good if expensive. The rooms are always clean and quiet and there is a nice bar if you can't be bothered to explore Ghent.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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EMILE LANNOY, General Manager at Novotel Gent Centrum, responded to this review
11 January 2012
Many thanks for your comments , and all the best for 2012 .
Best regards
Emile Lannoy
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Bradford, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A Good New Year”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

We really enjoyed our stay at this well positioned hotel. The rooms were clean and the beds very comfortable. The food was varied, very well cooked and very well presented. The staff were excellent, friendly and very helpful. The central position ment very easy access to shops, bars and public transport as well as to the historic buildings of the city. Would like to return again next New Year if not sooner. An Excellent Hotel.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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EMILE LANNOY, General Manager at Novotel Gent Centrum, responded to this review
11 January 2012
I would like to thank you for your comments , this will always help us in the coming months to improve our services.
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Excellent central location.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011
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As you will have read there is a massive amount of work building the new Town Hall going on front of the hotel. the easiest was to access it is to follow the signs for the Friday Market (Vrijdag Markt) the NH Hotel is signposted there, follow that and turn right in front of the NH you will see the Novotel car park signed there. This costs 16 euros per night. You will always get an extremely warm and efficient welcome from the staff on reception I cannot praise them highly enough. The rooms are a good size with a sofa which can be made into a bed. Lovely bathrooms with power showers. We were a little worried that it would be noisy with the work being carried out but the windows are well insulated and if you are worried ask for a room overlooking the courtyard. The breakfast room is pleasant although unforunately at the moment overlooking the work in progress although someone had strung fairy lights on the barriers. The breakfasts are varied and should suit most peoples needs. The bar area is very pleasant ,again with efficient staff. All in all a good experience.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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EMILE LANNOY, General Manager at Novotel Gent Centrum, responded to this review
3 January 2012
I would like to thank you for your comments , after your stay in Novotel Gent . I will share those with my team.
I wish you also all tthe best for 2012
Best regards
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“Novotel Gent”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011

I loved this hotel. It was c lean, efficient and the staff were friendly and helpful. They were great with my young children too. The only draw back is that the hotel is adjacent to a building site as they are redeveloping the main square. There was no noise or disruption from the building works however this spoilt the ambiance of the hotel Aside from this, Gent is a wonderful place, just as attractive as Bruges but less tourists. Once the building works are complete (next year, I believe) the hotel will be in the perfect location for exploring the city and absorbing the atmosphere of this beautiful city.

One tip - they have recently pedestrianized some of the roads around the hotel causing havoc when you try to locate the hotel via satnav. I would recommend calling the hotel on your arrival in Gent and asking for directions.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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EMILE LANNOY, General Manager at Novotel Gent Centrum, responded to this review
3 January 2012
Many thanks for your comments after your stay in Novotel Gent
Best regards and all the best for 2012
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Address: Goudenleeuwplein 5, Ghent 9000, Belgium
Price range (per night):* INR6,385 - 9,914

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