Dukes Academie
4 star hotelHotelWijngaardstraat 7-9, Bruges, 8000, BelgiumDukes’ Academie Brugge is a charming four‑star hotel set in a picturesque and peaceful corner of Bruges’ historic centre, just a short stroll from attractions such as the Lake of Love, the Beguinage, and the local brewery “De Halve Maan”, with the Market Square and train station within easy walking distance.
The hotel offers 90 bright, comfortable rooms designed for couples, families, and city explorers, each equipped with modern amenities to ensure a relaxing stay. Each morning guests can enjoy a generous buffet breakfast served in a vaulted-ceiling breakfast room that reflects Flemish hospitality, while a cosy bar with terrace provides a welcoming space for drinks and relaxation after a day of sightseeing.
Beyond its inviting interiors, Dukes’ Academie also features a fitness centre and comfortable lounge areas, making it a great choice for both leisure travellers and those looking to balance city exploring with moments of rest.
Arriving in Bruges
0.5 mi from Bruges
While you are in Bruges
0.2 mi from Bonifacius Bridge
Excellent
Good to know
- Comfortable beds
- Friendly service
Excellent for traveling with friends. Great location.
Hotel facilities
- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Car parking
- Gym
- Internet access
- Laundry facilities
- Restaurant(s)
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Electric vehicle charging station
Rooms
The rooms at Dukes’ Academie Brugge are bright, comfortable and well‑equipped, designed to provide a relaxing stay for all guests. Each room features air conditioning, free Wi‑Fi, a flat‑screen TV, tea and coffee‑making facilities, and a modern private bathroom, with some offering views over the garden or terrace. Thoughtful amenities ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience in the heart of Bruges.
Travelling with the family? Take advantage of the triple or quad rooms which gives you more space and comfort.
Location
Dukes’ Academie Brugge is situated in a peaceful yet central part of Bruges’ historic city centre, just a short walk from the Market Square, Belfry, and the charming canals and cobbled streets that make the city famous. The hotel is also close to landmarks such as the Lake of Love, the Beguinage, and the De Halve Maan brewery, while shops, cafés, and restaurants are all within easy reach. Its location offers guests the perfect balance of tranquil surroundings and convenient access to the city’s main attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Bruges on foot.
Our hints & tips
The hotel’s cosy bar and lounge is the perfect spot to kick back with a drink after a day of exploring Bruges, whether it’s a local beer or your favourite tipple. When the weather is nice, the terrace invites you to sit outside, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy a moment of relaxation before heading out to discover the city’s charms.
Arriving in Bruges
0.5 mi from Bruges
While you are in Bruges
0.2 mi from Bonifacius Bridge
Excellent
Review breakdown
Good to know
- Comfortable beds
- Friendly service
Rated by
Couple –
60%
Family –
25%
Solo –
15%
Business –
1%
Rated 4.7/5 based on reviews from all travellers
Excellent for traveling with friends. Great location.
Excellent Business Hotel
Excellent City Hotel
Review Highlights
Tasty breakfast
- Neutral: Breakfast prices were ok, according to 52%.
Fantastic service
- Positive: 98% found the staff to be very friendly.
- Positive: 87% said the reception staff was great.
- Positive: 84% thought the service was very professional.
- Positive: Management was excellent, said 83%.
- Positive: Near to public transport, according to 100%.
- Positive: Hotel security was great, thought 80%.
- Neutral: Bar service was average, according to 50%.
- Neutral: 67% thought the management was tolerable.
- Negative: Bad housekeeping, according to 54%.
- Negative: For 72%, parking prices were too high.
Great location
- Positive: City centre within easy reach, said 99%.
- Positive: 99% liked the proximity to sightseeing.
- Positive: 98% thought it was easy to get to the train station.
- Positive: 100% liked the proximity to shopping.
- Positive: 100% enjoyed the restaurants & bars nearby.
- Positive: Easily accessible by car, said 78%.
- Positive: Near to public transport, according to 100%.
- Neutral: Parking was ok, according to 57%.
- Neutral: Hotel security was average, thought 67%.
- Negative: For 88%, parking prices were too high.
Clean
- Positive: 80% said rooms were clean.
- Positive: 86% thought it was clean.
- Positive: 97% found the grounds to be nice.
- Positive: 83% said the facilities were very new.
- Positive: 95% loved the terrace.
- Neutral: Cleanliness of the bathroom was average, said 55%.
- Negative: 86% complained about the elevator.
- Negative: 80% didn't like the smoking area.
- Negative: 88% didn't like the smoking area.
Great room
- Positive: 74% said the beds were comfortable.
- Positive: 70% thought rooms were spacious.
- Positive: 80% said rooms were clean.
- Neutral: Cleanliness of the bathroom was average, said 55%.
- Neutral: Only 65% found the balcony ok.
- Negative: 54% complained about the bathroom.
- Negative: 78% thought they were poorly maintained.
- Negative: 58% found problems with the furniture.
- Negative: 54% criticized the small bathroom.
- Negative: For 52%, the rooms looked old.
- Negative: Air conditioning was criticized by 65%.
- Negative: 79% were disappointed with the minibar.
- Negative: 82% thought the tv was sub-standard.
- Negative: 80% were unsatisfied with the kitchenette.
- Negative: 62% were unsatisfied with the kitchenette.
Regular internet service
- Positive: 77% said rooms were clean.
- Positive: 72% thought the view was good.
- Neutral: Only 69% said rooms were big enough.
- Neutral: Only 61% found the balcony ok.
- Neutral: Only 50% found the balcony ok.
- Neutral: 56% thought the kitchenette was ok.
- Neutral: 60% thought the kitchenette was ok.
- Negative: 65% said the wifi quality was bad.
- Negative: 56% had problems with the shower.
- Negative: 57% found problems with the furniture.
- Negative: 58% criticized the small bathroom.
- Negative: 82% were disappointed with the minibar.
- Negative: 85% thought the tv was sub-standard.
- Negative: 75% were unsatisfied with the kitchenette.
- Negative: 90% were disappointed with the minibar.
- Negative: 81% thought the tv was sub-standard.
Wellness & sports facilities could be improved
- Negative: 56% didn't like the fitness area.
Pool should be renewed
- Negative: 57% didn't like the fitness area.
Pool should be renewed
