Hostel Uppelink

8.9/10 · 3069 Reviews Book

Sint-Michielsplein 21, Elisabethbegijnhof-Papegaai, 9000 Gand, Belgique

Neighborhood

Museums

STAM Ghent City Museum 1.1 km

Design Museum Ghent 200 m

School van Toen 250 m

The House of Alijn 400 m

MIAT Museum 900 m

The World of Kina 1.4 km

MSK Museum 1.8 km

Bridges

St Michael's Bridge 30 m

Historic and Protected Sites

Groot Vleeshuis 250 m

Sint Niklaaskerk 100 m

Oud Postgebouw 50 m

Sint Michielskerk 50 m

Huis van het Volk 150 m

Burgcentrum 300 m

Urban Parks

Muinkpark 1.6 km

Rail Stations

Station Gent Dampoort 1.5 km

Sint-Pietersstation Gent 2.1 km

Airports

Antwerp International Airport 53 km

Ostend - Bruges International Airport 59 km

Brussels Airport 53 km

Lille Airport 68 km

Restaurants

JIN JIANG 10 m

De Grill 20 m

Wok U Want 50 m

Architectural Buildings

Castle of Gerald the Devil 600 m

Toreken 500 m

Rabot 850 m

Buildings and Structures

Old Fish Market 250 m

Book Tower 1.1 km

Bars

Den Enghel 100 m

Denis Foley's Irish Pub 100 m

Tijuana 100 m

Forests

Wandelbos Slotendries 4.4 km

Main amenities

Bar Good Breakfast Free WiFi Non-smoking Rooms

8.9/10 (3069 Reviews)

Location

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Information

Hostel Uppelink, located on Sint-Michielsplein in Ghent’s historic Elisabethbegijnhof-Papegaai district, offers free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout its communal spaces along with a bar for guests to relax. Breakfast is included daily, providing hearty options to start your day before exploring the city. Nearby, Station Gent Dampoort sits just eight minutes away by car (four kilometers) making train connections convenient whether heading toward Brussels or Bruges. For nature lovers, Wandelbos Slotendries provides scenic trails accessible within eleven minutes of driving six kilometers northward while cultural enthusiasts can visit The House of Alijn, an art gallery housed in a restored medieval building also eleven minutes away via car through the same route. Foodies should seek out JIN JIANG, a well-regarded Chinese restaurant serving authentic dishes close to the hostel itself without requiring transportation.

Amenities

General

Smoke-free property Heating Non-smoking rooms Shared lounge/TV area Hardwood or parquet floors Fan Vending machine (drinks) Vending machine (snacks)

Bathroom

Toilet paper Toilet Hairdryer Shower Towels/Sheets (extra fee) Shared bathroom

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms Key card access CCTV in common areas Safe

Front Desk Services

Invoice provided Lockers Private check-in/out Baggage storage (Paid)

Safety features

First aid kits available Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed Cashless payment available

Cleaning Services

Daily housekeeping Laundry (Paid)

Family friendly

Board games/Puzzles Canoeing (Paid)

Bedroom

Linens

Cleanliness & disinfection

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Food & Drink

Bar

Internet

Internet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Activities

Walking tours

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Photos

Reviews

10 / 10

Jaqueline - 04/07/2026

Excellent location!! 100/10

9 / 10

Kalpesh - 04/07/2026

Location & staff behaviour

Nothing such don’t like

7 / 10

Dirk - 04/08/2026

Great ancient building, perfect location & clean/good showers etc. Nice bar!

To many people in one sleeping room.

8 / 10

Yağmur - 04/07/2026

clean. nice rooms. safe district. close to the metro station.

far from the center. no soap. staff cannot speak english.

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Important information

Please note that arrivals after 22:00 can be charged extra and may be refused. Please contact the property directly to inform them about your expected arrival time. Breakfast is served between 8:00-10:00. The bar is open until 23:00. At least two free walking tours start on a daily basis. The tours are in English, French and Spanish. Minors need to be accompanied by an adult. Parking is available at parking garage, P+R The Loop/Expo. Guests can then take tram 1 to the city center. We are in a low-emission zone + pedestrian zone. Parking is available just outside this pedestrian zone on 328 feet from the hostel. 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.

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