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Reviews of De Draecke Hostel

Sint-Widostraat 11, Elisabethbegijnhof-Papegaai, 9000 Ghent, Belgium

#39 of 59 hotels in Ghent

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Review score

Based on 419 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 11 April 2025

    9.0
    This is The place to be!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect place for a perfect weekend

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2025

    9.0
    Perfect for a short break and excellent location.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, nice mix of people, all we needed for a short break. Well run and friendly. A very reasonable choice of foods for breakfast. Would definitely recommend it as a convenient and good value place to stay in Ghent.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Perfect location Friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2025

    9.0
    Great value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fab location, very clean, friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    9.0
    great stay at a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    good breakfast

    great location, friendly staff, big lockers

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    One problem I had was that the WiFi didn't work in all areas of the room, which made it difficult for me to work there. Overall, it's fine for a couple of nights, but I wouldn't recommend it for a longer stay. Also, in the same area you can find double rooms with more privacy for the same price. Another drawback was the staff. While they were able to help with requests, they didn't make any effort to be welcoming. Basic information, such as where to find drinking water or the toilets, any info about the area, wasn't shared. When I ordered a coffee, the only response I got was "2.50 - first pay". A little friendliness and warmth would go a long way to making guests feel more comfortable. I really wish the receptionists weren't so robotic in their interactions.

    One problem I had was that the WiFi didn't work in all areas of the room, which made it difficult for me to work there. Overall, it's fine for a couple of nights, but I wouldn't recommend it for a longer stay. Also, in the same area you can find double rooms with more privacy for the same price. Another drawback was the staff. While they were able to help with requests, they didn't make any effort to be welcoming. Basic information, such as where to find drinking water or the toilets, any info about the area, wasn't shared. When I ordered a coffee, the only response I got was "2.50 - first pay". A little friendliness and warmth would go a long way to making guests feel more comfortable. I really wish the receptionists weren't so robotic in their interactions. All in all, I had an O.K. stay in this hostel, it was very clean, the other guests were respectful and I was able to get a good night's sleep. The rooms were comfortable and the facilities were well maintained. The location was convenient and the breakfast was good.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I would prefer to have a proper duvet cover for the blanket instead of a plain sheet. But for my one night stand it was OK.

    Very nice hostel overall. I stayed in room for 3 girls and it was clean and comfort. The breakfast was also good.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location. Good clean, simple place. Decent breakfast included.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was also a group of students (about 12 years old) at the same time I stayed, they were extremely loud and kept doing pranks on knocking/smashing others' doors (even my room!) from 20:30 - 10:30 and in the morning next day, it is very annoying.

    The common place is very nice; The hostel is close to most of the tourist attractions and not far from the tram station. Bed and shower are very clean (would be better if there were rugs for the bathrooms)

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints.

    Clean and comfortable stay, good location.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2025

    7.0
    Price and quality is good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They found bugs in the neighbor room which is a little scary. But they offered me another room

    Staff were nice and really good breakfasts!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2025

    9.0
    Good value for the stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    You make your beds after a long tiring day. But I already knew it. No one to blame.

    It is very close to the city center. Rooms are ok. Good value for the stay.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2024

    9.0
    Delightful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish they left the coffee machine on for hot water after breakfast‐ or at least had an electric kettle. You can microwave but that's a hassle.

    Location was unbeatable, right across a canal from the castle- gesellig charm, cansl views, and the scent woodsmoke when you step out the door. A great selection of Dutch game, and desk clerk had recs of what to play- perfect for Christmas

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2024

    9.0
    The best you can get with breakfast included
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    About 40mins by walk to the train station (a you can just take a tram (4min walk to the tram station)

    Lovely lobby area, close to the main attractions. Nice and clean Toilet & shower ensuite in the room. Very comfortable and good breakfast!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2024

    7.0
    Its just okay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room set up is very unfavorable, you got to listen to 4 other guys constantly taking massive dumps and then the room just absolutely stinks.

    The staff were nice, breakfast was adequate

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2024

    9.0
    As previous - Good friendly accommodating staff - very efficient hostel - well located - good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Good friendly accommodating staff - very efficient hostel - well located - good value for money

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    7.0
    Great location for a short weekend in Gent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The hallway smells of soap all day I wanted to bring my own bedsheets and pillow but was not allowed Breakfast is sufficient, but not great. No greens or sauces

    Location is great, Staff is very friendly The whole building is very clean You can rent a bike right in front of the building There is breakfast included

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2024

    9.0
    Great accommodation, excellent location, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location. Clean room, friendly staff.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very small fridge though and 1 bathroom with toilet and shower in a 4-person room is uncomfortable

    The place and the room were clean and comfortable. Location.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    8.0
    Great location for this clean and tidy hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms a bit basic and beds not the comfiest - didn’t bother us but probably not for everyone.

    Great location - very central but not on the tourist route. Clean and modern. The communal area is large and welcoming.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    9.0
    The hostel exceed my expectations. Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s no kitchen for cooking and there was so some fruit flies near the garbage bins near the storage room

    The location is the best part of the hostel. It’s walking distance to the Center and the castles. There many restaurants and bars nearby. As for the hostel, the room is clean, the bed is comfortable and the breakfast is very good. I’d definitely stay there again when I visit Gent in the future.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel was clean and the staff friendly.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only had shared dorm so people coming and going at weird hours but as expected.

    Right in the heart of Ghent!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    Ideal low-cost accommodation in the center of Ghent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    -

    Great location, friendly staff, ideal performance/price ratio.

    Stayed in June 2024

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