Very charming place with loads of character. A stones throw from historic Ghent, which is an amazing town! The staff was friendly and helpful, rooms were lovely and breakfast was delicious.

I had a really good stay at Erasmus Hotel, though I principally just used it for sleeping and eating breakfast. It's a very atmospheric hotel - and I chose to see the rather steep stairs (no elevator) as an element of charm rather than a problem. Could be a problem for older people, though.
The room was just right for my needs - maybe a little small for two people (there were two beds), but that may be the reason why I was given this room as a solo traveler. Nothing spectacular, but clean and sort of cosy.
The location is wonderful, near the river and really quite central, but still far enough from the area where it might be noisy.
Nice breakfast, but again, nothing too spectacular.

The only thing I had a problem with were the bed lamps. The light's too poor - I found it difficult to read by them. Plus the view from the bedroom window - a brick wall.
But still better than no window at all

Great location, right after the St.Michaels bridge,
it's a pity we had to carry large suitcase to the attic where was our room (no elevator).
The room was very spacey but they save on electricity so we could barely see something in the evening.
The breakfast was timid but the dining room was very attractive.

I really don’t understand all these people complaining about this hotel. Hello – how much opportunity each of them had to sleep in a beautiful 17th century old building? Oh, yes, some things could be refurbished – but who would like ikea furniture or something “modern” in such a beautiful hotel and city?!
The room had everything that we needed for a short stay – beds were ok, we had TV, hair dryer, coffee maker, selection of teas and coffee... The breakfast was in the most beautiful space, with a view to a garden (see photo) and with an old knight’s suit of armor. And we had Villeroy & Boch plates and cups (old-fashioned that fit so good in that interior), but I suppose that people who complain do not now about Villeroy & Boch at all. The breakfast itself was so tasty – different kind of hams and cheeses, as well as other options for sweet breakfast. In small, old-fashion lobby room, there was an old piano and small organ. Everything was really classy, with a style. Ok, a little bit old, but fancy old, like some old, but very nice queen.
So, for people who want “modern” and who would prefer some cold space without soul – don’t go to Erasmus. Everyone else – go and enjoy!