Bruges welcomes you time and time again

Bruges is a medieval town that never really changed its historic appearance since the year 1302. This was the year of the for Flanders very important ‘Guldensporenslag’. When you are wandering around in the city and its small curling alleys, you breath and experience the middle ages over and over again. You certainly wouldn’t look very surprised if a few medieval knights in shining armor would appear around the corner. Every person who loves this time period should go and visit Bruges as soon as possible. Bruges is a city who actually managed to fight the French kings many times and one of the biggest victories against the royal army of France was the famous ‘Guldensporenslag’ in 1302 when Bruges won a heroic battle in Flanders Fields against the far superior forces and mounted knights of the French, using their knowledge of the region and using superior tactics. Although the famous victory was only a short one because not even three years later the French olbliviated the army of Bruges. The statue on the Grand Place of ‘Jan Breidel’ and ‘Pieter de Coninck’ in the shadows of the magnificent belfry still remind of these heroic times as they were decapitated on that spot for standing up to the french.

If you ever plan to visit the city of Bruges one should spend as much time and nights in Bruges as possible in the romantic Bruges hotels. The big variety of hotels in bruges is actually almost unbelievable. Some hotels Bruges are located in very old medieval houses completely renovated but keeping the traditional look, for example in the hotel Relais Bourgondisch Cruyse you can truly sleep like a medieval prince or princess. This particular hotel Brugge is housed in a mansion who has one of the oldest façades in Bruges, completely in wood. This will certainly add to your stay in this magnificent city.

The city of Bruges is vividly alive during every season of the year. Most European cities are not so much fun to visit during the winter but Bruges is certainly an exception and very beatiful to visit during wintertime. The christmas period in Bruges is an absolute must-see, the magnificent decorations and Christmas lights bring Bruges alive a way you never seen before. If you are very lucky and there is a strong cold winter in Bruges Belgium you might even be one of the few lucky people to walk on the Canals of Bruges. This will allow you to view the city in a whole other daylight, it will take you places you never visited before. Too bad that this doesn’t happen every year. There are a few hotels in Brugge located along these canals and these hotels are the ‘crème de la crème’ in Bruges to spend the night.

Bruges is a bit different than other cities and offers more than Brussels or Antwerp a lot of very romantic luxury hotels Bruges. Most of these romantic and really worthwhile de luxe hotels in Brugge are not that cheap but they are most certainly worth the money.

A few examples

The Pand Hotel Bruges is one of the finest in the city of Bruges, it is located on one of the best spots in the innercity. You’ll never have to walk long to get to your destination while staying in the Pand Hotel Brugge. The Pand Hotel has won several prices for most romantic hotel and most luxe hotel in Brugge. This is an expensive hotel in Bruges but most certainly worht the price

Hotel Die Swaene in Bruges is another hotel in the historic and beautiful city centre of Bruges. This hotel in Bruges offers even an indoor swimming pool and has a few suites that are situated on water level which will enhance your stay for sure as in the morning you will be overlooking the water from your bed. Hotel Die Swaene is well known hotel in Bruges and fastly fully booked.

Sleep as a monk but comfortable

If you are unable to pay for one of the few de luxe hotels Brugge, you will certainly find a few hotels in Brugge which are most inexpensive yet give you all comfort you need for a good stay. Those budget hotels in Bruges haved to be looked for but are certainly worth their money and it is not that much. As Bruges is a very touristic city all year long and there are too few hotels in Brugge, it results that there are many budget hotels in Brugge of excellent quality, most hotels are renovated every few years which results in hotels that are always in great condition even the one star hotels.

A few examples

Hotel Notre Dame in Bruges is a 1 star hotels in Bruges but is situated perfectly in the historic city centre of Bruges. This hotel would, when you enter it not seem like a 1 ster hotel in Brugge because it is almost always fully booked and has an excellent management, this hotel is very cheap compared to normal price ranges in the city. It is certainly worth the money and is good choice as a budget hotel in Brugge.

Hotel Asiris in Bruges is a good 2 star hotel in Bruges with a more than excellent reputation. Ideally located and priced for the backpakkers amongst us. This hotel in Bruges is situated at no more than 10 minutes walk of the Grand Place and the walk takes you through the beautiful surroundings of Bruges and will show you some parts of Bruges where the other tourists never would come.

Bruges has always had an exceptional attraction to tourists all over the world. This city is one of the best maintened and preserved cities in Europe. Everything in this city will be clean and tidy and is awaiting your arrival. Dining in Bruges is most certainly also a good idea. There are a lot of gastronomic restaurants, so the choice will not be that easy. There are numerous restaurants where it is more than delightful to have your lunch or dinner Bruges.