The 4-star Van Cleef Hotel is located in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, on the canal. Discover an idyllic, charming setting with enchanting Italian-inspired décor.
Reservation
We advise you to book your stay at Hotel Van Cleef via Booking.com, which often offers free cancellation. Send us a message on Instagram if you go, it would make us super happy.
A home that has stood the test of time
Nestled along the canal, this Italian-inspired residence embodies more than seven centuries of history. The Van Cleef was once the home of the Counts of Van Cleef, influential advisors to the Dukes of Burgundy. Today, its exceptional terrace makes it one of the most enchanting spots in Bruges.
When you enter the lobby, with its many antique art treasures and lush curtains, you are immersed in a world of rare elegance. The furniture mixes styles and unites modern, vintage and antique. You feel immediately comfortable and the staff is very warm. There is a subtle fragrance throughout the hotel.
Rooms and Suites
There are only 16 rooms and suites. Here are a few examples:
1 • Classic Room • Photo • Photo
2 • Deluxe Room with Canal View • Photo • Photo
3 • Junior Suite • Photo • Photo
4 • Junior Suite with Canal View • Photo • Photo
5 • Suite with Canal View • Photo • Photo
Depending on your choice, you’ll enjoy the following amenities: a king-size bed, soundproofing, Missoni linens, a private marble bathroom, Penhaligon’s toiletries, air conditioning, a Nespresso coffee machine, a private terrace, and a view of the canal.
Dining options
In the morning, a delicious breakfast is served in the green lounge. An impressive collection of modern and contemporary art adorns the walls there.
On the menu: fresh fruit juice, tea, coffee, a variety of breads and pastries, homemade jams, a cheese and charcuterie platter, granola, muesli, Belgian waffles, and a wide selection of eggs. The chef’s specialty: Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon! A real treat.
Weather permitting, you can enjoy breakfast on the beautiful terrace by the canal while boats glide past.
Every day from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., join us in the bright greenhouse. There, olive-green velvet armchairs await you for afternoon tea. Scones, thin-sliced sandwiches, macarons, and the chef’s petit fours are served on silver trays, accompanied by a selection of teas, herbal teas, and coffees.
The extras
- Parking (€30)
- Breakfast (€60 for 2)
- Afternoon Tea (€90 for 2)
- Beautiful bouquet of flowers (€50–€100)
- Box of chocolates (€25–€75)
- Private horse-drawn carriage ride (€215)
- Private guided tour (€125)
- Private boat ride (€425)
- Private photo shoot in the romantic city of Bruges (€345)
- Castle tour in a classic car (March through October: €380 for 3.5 hours or €675 for 6 hours, lunch included)
- Romantic Getaway: 2 nights in a room or suite, breakfast, a bottle of Champagne, and a box of chocolates (€760)
The hotel offers a selection of carefully chosen champagnes. The menu features wines from leading houses such as Bollinger, Laurent-Perrier, Louis Roederer, Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon, Ruinart, and Dom Pérignon for those seeking a touch of luxury.
Along the canal
The Van Cleef is ideally located in the heart of the historic center of Bruges. After four centuries of lethargy, the city has not experienced industrialization and its magnificent old buildings have been judiciously restored during the neo-gothic wave of the 19th century. Get ready to take a trip back in time, alongside Van Eyck, Philip the Good and Mary of Burgundy.
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The Van Cleef Hotel is wonderfully suited for couples, especially in winter, thanks to its enchanting interior design!
The Van Cleef Hotel has 16 rooms including 2 beautiful suites. All rooms have a marble bathroom and a separate rain shower.
A night at the Van Cleef Hotel can cost between €247 and up to €460.
Breakfast is optional and, weather permitting, is served on the terrace by the water.
You are in the historical heart of Bruges. The opportunity to discover the city, its atmosphere, its canals, its alleys and its museums!
The Van Cleef Hotel is totally suitable for a surprise. Opt for an all-inclusive package such as the Romantic Escapade or the Winter Walk.
Yes, every day, between 2 and 5 pm, enjoy your tea in the green room and taste some pastries.
No, animals are not allowed.
