Hotel Van Cleef

Hotels
9.8 (526 reviews)
Molenmeers 11 , Bruges , be

Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Outstanding staff
Beautiful location
Exceptional service

Categories

Cleanliness
9.84
Rooms were very spacious and clean, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
Service
9.99
Exceptional attention from staff, friendly and accommodating to guests.
Location
9.85
Wonderful location just off the beaten track in a beautiful part of Bruges.
Room Quality
9.8
Rooms exceeded expectations and were beautifully decorated.
Amenities
9.83
Fabulous cocktails and delicious food available, enhancing the overall experience.
Value for Money
9.29
High-quality services and accommodations justify the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.84
Exceptional breakfasts and drinks, contributing to a delightful stay.
Overall Experience
9.99
A truly memorable stay that exceeded all expectations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 16:28

Property Description

Luxurious Suites with Spa Bath and Flat-Screen TV
Indulge in the ultimate comfort at Hotel Van Cleef with our luxurious air-conditioned suites featuring a spa bath, flat-screen TV, and boutique-style décor.

Canal-Side Terrace and Free Wi-Fi
Relax in the charming tea room overlooking the canal-side terrace while staying connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Take advantage of our library, massage treatments, bicycle rental service, and tour desk for a seamless and enjoyable stay in the heart of Bruges.

Experience luxury and convenience at Hotel Van Cleef - Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that a pre-authorization of the first night on the provided CC details is needed to guarantee the reservation.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 30 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for € 50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for € 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 526 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.84
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.85
Room Quality: 9.8
Amenities: 9.83
Value for Money: 9.29
Food and Beverage: 9.84
Overall Experience: 9.99
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scottsD330TN Couples
10
Perfect
Pros:

Beautiful amenities, great service at a reasonable price. Thank you.

2026-06-08 via Tripadvisor
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Jean couple gb
10
A wonderful place to stay. Beautifully furnished and very tasteful
Pros:

The breakfast was very good and beautifully presented
Service was excellent and staff were friendly

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Maksshch Couples Moscow, Central Russia
10
Unforgettable experience
Pros:

Перевод на английский:

It was an unforgettable experience! Many thanks to Frederik and Arnaud for their hospitality and for making us feel so welcome. We arrived at 1 a.m., and they greeted us warmly and immediately showed us to our room. The hotel is wonderful, very cozy, and offers excellent breakfasts. The location could not be better. Thank you very much for your attention, kindness, and hospitality. We will definitely be back!

2026-06-07 via Tripadvisor
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DavidM6597 Family
10
Wonderful Hospitality Hotel Van Cleef
Pros:

Hotel Van Cleef is honestly amazing. The location is perfect—close enough to walk everywhere in Bruges but tucked away just enough to feel quiet and private.

The hotel itself is beautiful. The rooms were comfortable and much larger than we expected for a boutique property in Europe. We especially enjoyed sitting by the canal in the evening with a glass of wine.

What really stood out was the staff. Everyone was super friendly and seemed to care that guests were having a great time. They offered restaurant recommendations that ended up being some of our favorite meals of the trip and helped make the entire experience feel personal. We ate at Orfea!

Breakfast was excellent! Sunny was awesome.

We've stayed in many luxury and boutique hotels over the years, and Hotel Van Cleef manages to be elegant, comfortable, and welcoming all at the same time. If you're visiting Bruges and want something special without the crowds of a large hotel, this is an easy recommendation. We would absolutely stay here again.

2026-06-06 via Tripadvisor
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Takashi couple jp
6
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Giova2712 Couples Wezembeek-Oppem, Flemish Brabant Province
10
A wonderful, wonderful hotel!
Pros:

A wonderful, wonderful hotel with wonderful, wonderful staff! For those who can afford it: A must!
It is rare to stay in a hotel with such exquisite decor!

2026-06-01 via Tripadvisor
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sherylk382 Family
10
A very special property
Pros:

Highly recommend! Such a wonderful boutique property. Beautiful, comfortable, quiet rooms. Very attentive staff. Delicious breakfast. The perfect location in Bruges with its own private outdoor terrace. By far our favorite stay during our 3 week stay in Europe. 5 stars all around. We hope to stay again in the future.

2026-06-01 via Tripadvisor
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Jessica family_with_children ar
8
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Odyssey16395856786 Friends getaway
10
Very private and beautiful hotel
Pros:

This beautiful and centrally located hotel on the canal is a fantastic place. The staff is incredibly helpful and makes you feel right at home.

2026-05-28 via Tripadvisor
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Ahmed couple eg
10
Stay in style
Pros:

Unique design, great breakfast and very well managed and warm hospitality

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Muna couple ae
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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EChrist Family
10
Hotel Van Cleef – World Class
Pros:

There are a handful of places you stay in the world that really stay with you, with regular reminders of the details and the experience. Hotel Van Cleef in Bruges (Brugge), Belgium is one of those.

Bruges is a charming little city in the Flanders region, established as a port city in what is now northwest Belgium around 1000 AD. There is a rich history in Bruges, as it was once one of the largest ports on the coast. The city benefited from trade, the town prospered, and it developed a characteristic medieval architecture. Bruges is known as the “Venice of the North,” and I can see why – everywhere you look is a symphony of delights for the eyes.

The street view of the hotel is quite subtle, set behind a gate on a residential street. But step inside the large double glass doors and a richly furnished and decorated interior awaits. The hotel backs onto one of the many canals Bruges is known for. Guests are quickly greeted in the intimate space by a charming staff. The entire team is friendly and eager to fill you in on sights, reservations, excursions, food, or any other need to make your stay more comfortable. The lobby is densely decorated with art, furnishings, varying textures of materials, books, and decorations. Everywhere you look there is something capturing your attention, very much in keeping with the character of the city.

We fortunately booked (what we were told is) the nicest of their dozen-and-a-half rooms, #3, the Anna von Bourgogne suite. It’s a large junior suite on the second floor with an overstuffed and comfortable seating area separate from the sleeping area. Massive floor-to-ceiling windows grace this corner room, with canal views along the longer wall. The room features 12-foot ceilings, comfortable furniture, ample closet space, a nicely appointed bathroom, and a very (very) large king-size bed.

There are various comfortable public spaces off the hotel lobby: a salon, cocktail lounge, canal-side patio, dining room, and a boutique.

The included breakfast was a feast: bread and pastries, charcuterie, coffees, and juices to start, followed by eggs any way you like or a classic light and crispy Belgian waffle. All the flavors are refined and excellent.

Bruges is a very walkable city, maybe a mile across, with plenty of cobblestone charm and small alleys to explore. Canals ring the old city, where you can find drawbridges and windmills. The city interior is a feast of history, with the main square clock tower and government buildings anchoring the central district. The central square is ringed with many restaurants with outside tables to enjoy people-watching and the occasional horse-drawn carriage. The main attraction to me was the incredible brickwork architecture, many buildings dating back centuries, and all of them just a short walk from the Hotel Van Cleef.

The hotel, the staff, and the city get the highest marks for a delightful experience in all aspects. Our three-night stay was charming, and the hotel really anchored the experience in a very positive way.

2026-05-27 via Tripadvisor
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Aurore family_with_children be
10
Exceptionnel, idyllique et plein de charme
Pros:

Magnifique , accueillant et chaleureux ! Très familial ! Vraiment splendide

Cons:

Tout était parfait !

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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385travelerk Couples
10
One of the best Hotels in the world!
Pros:

Let me start with one of the most magical places in the world! I have visi I have visited the best ranked hotel in the world and this place exceeded it with its service hospitality and amazing team! we came here to celebrate our fifth anniversary. They gave us a free upgrade with free, welcoming drinks, the atmosphere of the hotel, the design, the location and the service was was a seven star hotel service! The rooms were specious all well designed a couple of mini lobbies with amazing design! A terrace with the best view of Bruges literally! they had an exceptional breakfast and make sure to get their jobs they offer to sell them to. When we came in urban gave us a background story of the previous owners of the house, which were the jewelers and how this is their winter home and give us a map of Bruges and explain the best places to get chocolate hidden gems and everything! exceptional place to have a vacation or celebrate an occasion! A special thank you to the team Frederick, Pascale, Arnaud, and Nickola! thank you for making our anniversary a special one definitely will be back soon with our family. Thank you.

2026-05-25 via Tripadvisor
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Abdullah couple kw
10
Let me start with one of the most magical places in the world! I have visi I have visited the best ranked hotel in the w
Pros:

Let me start with one of the most magical places in the world! I have visi I have visited the best ranked hotel in the world and this place exceeded it with its service hospitality and amazing team! we came here to celebrate our fifth anniversary. They gave us a free upgrade with free, welcoming drinks, the atmosphere of the hotel, the design, the location and the service was was a seven star hotel service! The rooms were specious all well designed a couple of mini lobbies with amazing design! A terrace with the best view of Bruges literally! they had an exceptional breakfast and make sure to get their jobs they offer to sell them to. When we came in Ben gave us a background story of the previous owners of the house, which were the jewelers and how this is their winter home and give us a map of Bruges and explain the best places to get chocolate hidden gems and everything! exceptional place to have a vacation or celebrate an occasion! A special thank you to the team Frederick, Pascale, Arnaud, and Nickola! thank you for making our anniversary a special one definitely will be back soon with our family. Thank you.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Milagros couple pe
9
Pros:

La decoración impecable y de gran gusto

Cons:

El baño era muy pequeño

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Wimcot Couples
10
Weekend in Bruges
Pros:

Top hotel and top location for day trips to Bruges. We celebrated our 40 years marriage and were served as king and queen. Great breakfast and cosy atmosphere catered by friendly and thoughtful staff. Beautiful room overlooking the canal. High recommendation from a frequent traveller.

2026-05-18 via Tripadvisor
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anne family_with_children fr
9
Très belle adresse
Pros:

Emplacement très chouette proche du centre pour les balades et juste à côté pour être au calme.
Décoration très sympa et petit déjeuner incroyable

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Arne solo_traveller ch
10
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Florence couple be
10
À tester sans hésiter , vous y retournerez c’est une évidence
Pros:

Un lieu absolument magique !

La décoration est tout simplement incroyable : chaque pièce nous transporte ailleurs, avec une atmosphère unique et pleine de charme. On a vraiment l’impression de voyager sans quitter l’hôtel.

Les patrons, tout comme le personnel, sont d’une grande chaleur humaine. Toujours aux petits soins, ils multiplient les attentions délicates qui rendent le séjour encore plus agréable. Le service est irréprochable du début à la fin.

C’est un endroit hors du temps, où l’on se sent profondément bien, comme dans une parenthèse enchantée. Une expérience inoubliable !

Cons:

Rien à redire , tout était parfait .
Service irréprochable

2026-05-03 via Nuitee