Kunstenkwartier
Ghent
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Popular places to visit
Ghent University
Enjoy the student vibe at Ghent University during your stay in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Peter's Square
Learn about the local history of Ghent when you take a trip to St. Peter's Square. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Book Tower
After visiting Book Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Vooruit Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Vooruit Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Peter's Church
After visiting St. Peter's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
St. Peter's Abbey
You can browse the exhibits at St. Peter's Abbey, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip
Top hotels in Kunstenkwartier
JAM Ghent
Friendly staff, fun & unique property.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
ibis Gent Centrum Opera
Good hotel. Smaller rooms but ok. Decent breakfast but can get busy
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
One Two Four Hotel & Spa
Brilliant stay at One Two Four Spa. We had a large double room (24) facing the Main Street. My husband and I both slept really well, bed is comfy and a very quiet area. Brilliantly located close enough to the train station and only 5 minutes to really nice eateries that are more independent and small ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Hide
The Daydreamer was well located, and very attractive, with trompe l’oeil fragments on the ceiling. Everything was well appointed, and the shower gel smells wonderful. The staff was responsive and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
The hotel was right in the middle of the city which was excellent. It’s a tram ride from the station or a 30 minute walk. The booking in was easy, staff lovely and the room perfect.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Clean room. Staffs are friendly. Amenities are nice. Good breakfast choices.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kunstenkwartier
Zuid
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Zuid. You might want to make time for a stop at Ghent South Shopping Center or Ghent Public Library.
Muinkparkwijk
Muinkparkwijk is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ghent area, you might plan a trip to St. Peter's Square or Small Beguinage Ghent.
Stationsbuurt Noord
Unique features of Stationsbuurt Noord include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by City Museum for Contemporary Art or Leopold Barracks while you're exploring the area.
Ghent City Centre
Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Masons' Guild Hall or Belfry of Ghent while you're exploring.
Strop
While Strop isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Fine Arts and St. Peter's Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Graslei and Korenlei
If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
