Where to stay in Bruges for a 2 or 3-day weekend? Discover the best area to stay in Bruges, Belgium, and our top hotels and apartments selection.
Our favorites in Bruges, Belgium
- Excellent location: Hotel Augustyn Brugge
- Pretty and stylish boutique hotel: Boutique Hotel Sablon
- For couples: B&B Contrast
- Guesthouse in the historic center: Guest House La Civière d’or
- Apartments for a stay as a couple or with family: Well Thirteen by Romy&Travis
In which neighborhood to stay in Bruges?
The historic center is, of course, “the place to be”. It’s small and delightful to visit on foot. Beautiful and long walks await you, so prepare comfortable shoes.
As the city of Bruges is small (the urban area has 120,000 inhabitants), you can stay outside the historic center to benefit from lower accommodation rates.
However, staying inside the R30, which follows the river Reie, is best. This route skirts the city center of Bruges. If you remain in this part of Bruges, it will allow you to explore the city on foot, without public transport, car or taxi.
In Bruges, guesthouses are an excellent alternative to hotels. They have a particular charm. In addition to hotels and apartments, you will find the best guesthouses in Bruges further down.
Best hotels for a weekend in Bruges
One of the most outstanding hotels in Bruges is undoubtedly this one: Dukes’ Academie Brugge. It is located just steps away from Bruges’ famous Love Lake! A fantastic location to enjoy your weekend.
If you appreciate boutique hotels’ ambiance, one might appeal to you: Boutique Hotel Sablon. The decor is elegant, the location is excellent, and the breakfast is exceptional.
Whether alone, with your partner, or with family, Hotel Augustyn Brugge is a good address for a charming time while discovering the canals and architecture of Bruges. Some rooms offer a view of the canals, which allows for an even better immersion in the city’s atmosphere.
Among the best-rated hotels in Bruges is Hotel Alegria. Often complete, this hotel is ideally situated and has a very charming garden. Everything is there for a successful stay!
Stay in Bruges in a charming guesthouse
In Bruges, we found three superb guesthouse addresses. If you are looking for where to stay in Bruges as a couple, these places will appeal to you for their atmosphere, charm, and decor.
Maison Brunon is a few minutes’ walk from Bruges’ Grand Place. This guesthouse has a garden and a pretty terrace: a beautiful setting for an unforgettable trip to Bruges!
The guesthouse Lake Suites is more off-center, but very slightly, as it is located right next to the Beguinage (a place to visit if you go to Bruges: read our article TOP 18 things to do in Bruges).
Otherwise, you also have this superb address in the historic center of Bruges: B&B Huis Koning. Very well located in Bruges, this Bed & Breakfast is very nice and allows you to discover the city of Bruges on foot.
Best apartments to stay in Bruges
Here is our selection of apartments in Bruges for a stay as a couple or with family. Moreover, we noticed that the apartments are quite large overall and, therefore, are more suitable for couples.
Well Thirteen by Romy&Travis: here, you have an apartment for 2 people and another one for a group or family stay for 4 people.
Aragon Apartments: this address is more central than the previous one. Here, you are going to be in the heart of Bruges. A superb place to stay in Bruges with family!
Where to stay in Bruges on a budget?
In Bruges, there are few youth hostels. Here is one: Snuffel Youth Hostel. If you are traveling alone or want to reduce your budget, it’s an excellent place to stay in Bruges. The location is perfect. The atmosphere is superb. The reviews speak for themselves!
Bruges, also called the Venice of the North, is among the most beautiful cities in Belgium. If you come to Bruges by car, when looking for accommodation, prefer places outside the pedestrian center yet still close to the river. This way, you can enjoy the historic center on foot.
