The pillows are square, which creates an unusual sleeping experience; we discovered they don't have rectangular pillows. Not a deal breaker. The state of the art tablet which controls lighting, temperature and audio is not intuitive e.g. every time we returned to the room, it switched on the fire in the bathroom. Not a deal breaker either.

A boutique hotel should have time to take care of its customers, and The Notary excelled in this area. We were welcomed by the excellent Charles, whose splendid service set the tone for our stay, with his personal recommendations for which landmarks and restaurants to visit. We followed these and he was spot on. Our room was Bohemian in style - perhaps a little dark in the bathroom, but undoubtedly very cool. The highlight dinner of our trip was in the hotel restaurant where Kurt, the adorable chef prepares wonderful food. He will personalize his signature menus given a day's notice and we highly recommend this spectacular experience. the location is easy walking distance to all the highlights of Bruges.

Stayed in April 2025

"I stayed in the King Suite. The atmosphere of the room was great. The only significant downside was that the bathtub looked amazing, but there was no proper shower area, and a lot of water splashed everywhere. Also, the toilet was very, very small and felt too narrow and dark for people with claustrophobia.

The breakfast varieties were very beautiful, healthy, and filling. "The location was amazing. You can reach the city center in 3-5 minutes on foot. The garden, garden view, small pond, and seating areas by the canal were wonderful.

Stayed in April 2025

Everthing is perfect ;)

Stayed in March 2025

Everything was great.

Most amazing breakfast. Staff went out of their way to ensure we enjoyed our wedding anniversary.

Stayed in March 2025

Beautiful and charming

Stayed in February 2025

The hotel was sublime. It looks better in real life and was very tranquil. The garden and spa were epescially lovely.

Stayed in March 2025

Maybe something (a door or beads or something) to separate living area and bathroom and toilet

Stunning rooms Amazing location Faultless staff 5* touches (like the fragrances, the garden, the mini bar, the shower, the room control air pad)

Stayed in February 2025

Super ambience, comfortable and welcoming.

Stayed in January 2025

room control system had some odd behaviours

very friendly staff, good food and drink

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing. It’s perfect

The property is breathtakingly beautiful and incredibly comfortable. The food is unparalleled, and the staff could not be better. I will stay here over and over again.

Stayed in January 2025

Light system in the bedroom and bathroom

Location, clean, service, amenities, linens.

Stayed in January 2025

How expensive the spa was as it’s very small.

Loved this hotel so much. It looked great online but when we arrived it was even better! Most amazing decor and design and such a cosy and personal feel. The staff were so helpful in recommending resteraunts and super friendly the entire time. The breakfasts were also very delicious! Location was also fantastic and was a five minute walk to everything. Could not recommend the Notary enough ! Will definitely go back there on our next trip to Bruges.

Stayed in January 2025

Amazing. So beautiful and calm.

Stayed in January 2025

Very comfortable. Nothing was too much

Stayed in January 2025

too hot sometimes

exquisite decoration

Stayed in December 2024

The property nothing feel the restaurant needs to have a wider choice….

The Hotel is a hidden gem in the center of town Complete luxury

Stayed in December 2024

There is nothing not to like about this hotel!! If I had to be really picky I would have loved a full length mirror in our room but this would definitely not put me off staying here again.

The Notary is a quirky, intimate, luxury hotel . The staff are friendly & so helpful. The breakfast experience is amazing, well worth the money We stayed in the colonial suite - the room was amazing, the decor was fascinating, and the bed was huge & very comfortable. The location of the hotel is perfect, really close to the shops,restaurants & sights. I would definitely book this hotel next time we visit Bruges

Stayed in December 2024

Breakfast portion doesn’t justify its pricing. Only had it once due to this. It was tasty, no complaints with the food quality.

It’s a lovely boutique hotel, looks so subtle and private from the outside. Amazing decor on the inside and huge garden space leading the canal with wild pool & very secrete spa facilities. Staff here are super helpful and very friendly. Don’t think I will be able to stay elsewhere if I ever return to Bruges this place is special.

Stayed in December 2024

The storage for undies and small items in our attic room was very poor!!

The staff made us feel exceptionally welcome! They told us to treat it as their home which was lovely!

Stayed in December 2024

Understaffed, even at 7.30 in the morning no staff around. Not acceptable for such a hotel. It’s so expensive and getting no support at times not acceptable. Rooms are great but our one was so full everywhere with objects, lights, sofas, pouffes etc and basically no place to walk and not comfortable

Amazing interiors, Christmas trees everywhere super cozy and nice, location fantastic, great breakfast even the smaller one, most of the staff were helpful, SO COZY

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

Everything. Beautiful property.

Stayed in November 2024

The room, while very well-designed, could be a little more practical. There are lots of objects everywhere, leaving little space for your own belongings; there’s no practical place to open a suitcase, and nowhere to hang a towel near the shower.

The hotel is stunning; it feels very intimate and personal, more like staying in a friend's house than in a hotel. The attention to detail is generally excellent, with every aspect of the environment carefully considered—from the design and music to even the smell. The garden and pool are just as beautiful as the interior.

Stayed in October 2024

Excellent location, great range of break out areas enabling real privacy

Stayed in November 2024

the notary is a amazing place where you do feel home. everywhere you look the maintenance is perfect. the hotel has a very nice garden with a pound. they enjoyed the breakfast experience the food was wonderful. i would really recommend this property to ny friends and family. if you like a proper service and some great attention this is the place to be. hopefully will come back soon.

Stayed in October 2024