ibis Gent Centrum Opera

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ibis
7.8 (5620 reviews)
Nederkouter 24 , Ghent , BE
+32 9 225 07 07

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location within walking distance of attractions and station
Friendly, helpful staff at the front desk
Comfortable beds
Clean rooms in many reports
Convenient on-site parking garage
Good and comprehensive breakfast for many guests
In-room kettle/tea/coffee and reliable Wi‑Fi
Reasonable price for several guests
Cons:
Rooms and bathrooms frequently described as very small/cramped
Bathroom/shower area often too tight
Parking is expensive (separate charge)
Some guests find price/quality balance poor
Occasional noise from nightlife or nearby roadworks for front-facing rooms
No minibar and limited in-room extras
Breakfast can be repetitive over multiple days
A few mentions of slightly worn/dingy room finishes (carpeted floors)

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Generally described as clean and tidy in several reviews, though a few guests noted a slightly tired/‘smoezelig’ impression and carpeted floors in places.
Service
8.8
Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful at the front desk; check-in language difficulties mentioned once but overall service sentiment is positive.
Location
9.3
Consistently praised as central and convenient (near station and attractions), easy walking distance to the centre; some noise from nightlife/roadworks for front-facing rooms.
Room Quality
6.2
Many guests reported very small rooms and especially cramped bathrooms/showers; layout often seen as poorly used and restrictive for movement.
Amenities
7.5
Basic but functional amenities: in-room kettle/tea/coffee and reliable Wi‑Fi noted; parking garage available (extra charge); no minibar and limited extras.
Value for Money
7
Mixed impressions: some call the price reasonable for location, others criticize price/quality balance and additional costs (parking, food).
Food and Beverage
7.5
Breakfast described as basic but comprehensive by many; some guests found it repetitive over multiple days.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall pleasant and acceptable for short stays: great location and friendly staff offset small room sizes; suited to visitors prioritizing location over spacious rooms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:12

Property Description

Convenient Location in Historic Ghent
The 3-star ibis Gent Centrum Opera is ideally situated just minutes away from major attractions such as the Flemish Opera House and Saint Bavo's Cathedral. Explore the charming streets of Ghent with ease from our centrally located hotel.

Comfortable Rooms and On-Site Bar
Relax in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities including satellite TV and free WiFi. Unwind at our on-site bar offering a variety of drinks and snacks, perfect for a nightcap after a day of sightseeing.

Easy Access to Shopping and Transportation
Shop till you drop at City Shopping Centre Gent Zuid and Veldstraat Shopping District, both within walking distance. For further exploration, Ghent Saint Peter's Train Station is a short distance away.

Ready to experience the best of Ghent? Book your stay at ibis Gent Centrum Opera now.

Important information:

This hotel was newly renovated in March 2020.

Please note that guests are required to show the credit card the booking was made with, or an authorization form signed by the credit card holder if he/she is not traveling along. Otherwise the payment will not be accepted.

Please note this is a nonsmoking hotel.

Please note that guests staying with children are requested to inform Ibis Gent Centrum Opera of the number of children and their age. Guests can do so by using the Special Requests box.

Please note that there is a circulation plan in Gent.
Guests can come to the hotel through the ‘Kortrijksepoortstraat’. Guests have 2 options:
1) You can park your car in the hotel parking lot (upon availability).
2) You park your car in the public parking ‘Savaanstraat’ (1st road to the right after the hotel)
It is no longer possible to drive through the main city center by car.
Guests can find more information on the following link on the stad gent website.
Warning: If guests enter the pedestrian zone by car, it is possible that they will receive a fine from the center of Gent.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BRU

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 5620 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 6.2
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Kees • couple • nl
8
Fijn verblijf met goed prijs kwaliteit verhouding.
Pros:

Prijs/ kwaliteit en locatie.

Cons:

Kosten parkeren

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Manoj • couple • ae
6
Good for a solo travel
Pros:

The location was central and close to many attractions, the street was dug up for some tram works. The room in vety tiny even tinier was the bath area:(. Breakfast was basic, we stayed for 3 nights and the same menu repeated!. The front desk was very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Size of the room and size of shower area

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • nl
7
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
7
Pleasant stay. Good location. Reasonably priced.
Pros:

Location was good. Easy to find, comfortable bed.

Cons:

Location and price.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Ruben • solo_traveller • be
7
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Juan Carlos Stg • family_with_children • es
8
Ideal estancia breve
Pros:

El calentador de agua en la habitación con café y te para preparar.

Cons:

No hay minibar. El espacio era muy reducido y la configuración muy desaprovechada en la habitación.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Katerine • family_with_children • co
7
Pros:

Ubicación estrategica, la limpieza

Cons:

A nuestra llegada un pocos difícil el ingreso por el idioma. El costo de la alimentación.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Jeanette • family_with_children • ar
3
Incómodo
Pros:

Ubicación

Cons:

Es muy incómodo. El baño es exageradamente pequeño e incómodo. Muy incómodo si viajan con alguien mayor

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Raoul • couple • de
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Pascal Weber • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

Die Lage zwischen Bahnhof und Altstadt passt. Das Personal war freundlich. Das Zimmer war sauber und das Bett bequem.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Wido • family_with_children • nl
6
Prima centraal gelegen. prijskwaliteit erg slecht!
Pros:

Lokatie en ontbijt waren top.
Vriendelijk personeel.

Cons:

De grote van de kamers waren klein vooral de badkamer,
Je kon je komt niet keren.
Ondanks dat de weg afgesloten was, was het erg lawaaierig, met gillende voetgangers.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Mariska • family_with_children • nl
6
Gent is een leuke stad, hotel was oke, en vooral fijn: dichtbij het centrum
Pros:

Locatie: op loopafstand van het centrum
Ontbijt was zeer volledig
Vriendelijk personeel
Parkeergarage onder het hotel (wel 23 euro per nacht)

Cons:

De kamer maakte op ons een wat smoezelige en eenvoudige indruk, met een beetje een ‘Stayokay-vibe’. De vloer was voorzien van vloerbedekking.

De badkamer, met daarin ook het toilet, was vrij klein. Er was weinig bewegingsruimte en de verlichting was erg fel.

**Goed om rekening mee te houden als je in oktober/november 2026 verblijft:** er wordt momenteel flink verbouwd voor het hotel. Slaap je aan de voorzijde en houd je ervan om met het raam open te slapen, dan kun je hier mogelijk last van hebben.

Los daarvan hoorden we ’s avonds / 's nachts, met het raam open, ook veel geluid van uitgaanspubliek e.d.

Tot slot maken de kamerdeuren behoorlijk veel lawaai bij het openen en sluiten. Ben je een lichte slaper, dan is het goed om hier rekening mee te houden en eventueel oordoppen mee te nemen.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Tibo • solo_traveller • be
8
Pros:

Handige parking, bedden comfortabel en goede wifi

Cons:

Badkamer krap, maar net oke voor 1 persoon

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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GEORGETTE • couple • be
7
Pros:

goede locatie.... alles gewoon basic wat nodig is....kleine badkamer... variatie in het ontbijt

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Alejandro • family_with_children • es
3
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Laporte • family_with_children • be
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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István • couple • hu
9
jó helyen van, tiszta, bőséges reggeli
Pros:

csoda szép város Gent, kedves emberek

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • couple • mx
6
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Maren • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Top-Lage für einen Besuch der Stadt! Das Zimmer war nicht sehr groß, aber völlig ausreichend für zwei Übernachtungen. Super-bequemes Bett und alles sehr sauber.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Ilse • extended_group • be
9
Leuk
Cons:

Badkamer erg klein

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee