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About the hotel

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B&B Alphabet at Nieuwe Gentweg 19 is an intimate guesthouse with only two spacious guest rooms in the historic center of Bruges. The rooms are located on the first floor and were designed by the host, who, as an interior designer, has a keen eye for detail and peace. Here you are not staying in an anonymous hotel room, but in a carefully designed interior where contemporary design, art and subtle antique accents combine to create a calm, almost gallery-like atmosphere.

Each room is approximately twenty-five square metres and has a private bathroom of an additional fifteen square metres. The beds are generous with a width of one meter eighty and a length of two meters ten, and can be converted into twin beds upon request. Both rooms offer a comfortable sitting area, flat-screen TV, coffee and tea facilities, minibar, hairdryer, care products and free WiFi. The bathrooms have both bath and shower, complemented by bathrobes and thoughtful details that match the sophisticated character of the home.

Breakfast is served in a separate room in the house and is included in the room rate. The owners opt for a quiet start to the day, with attention to presentation and often local products. Indicatively, prices start around one hundred and fifty-five euros per night per room, including breakfast, tax and city tax, depending on season and availability. Check-in is usually possible between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m., and check out until 11 p.m. At the weekend, a minimum stay of two nights is required and guests are asked to pre-notify a late arrival. The house is completely smoke-free, pets are not allowed and there are no credit card facilities, so it's best to provide an alternative payment method in advance.

The surroundings

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De Nieuwe Gentweg is part of the historic center of Bruges, but is located just outside the busiest shopping streets. The street has a quiet, almost village-like atmosphere with a row of mansions and smaller city buildings, brick facades, old rooflines and the occasional unexpected courtyard. Those staying here experience a more local, daily atmosphere than in the main squares, but still remain a short walk from the main sights.

Within a few minutes' walk, you can reach the Queen Astrid Park, a green city oasis with a pond, trees, benches and a small kiosk. The Minnewaterpark and the Begijnhof are also nearby, as are several museums and churches that underline the historic character of Bruges. The surrounding streets connect quiet residential areas with busier axes towards Begijnhof, Dijver and Markt, making it easy to choose between serenity and liveliness.

The location is also convenient for those traveling by car or train. You stay within the historic ring, but just enough out of the busiest streams to make arrivals and departures a little quieter. At the same time, various walking routes through the city center branch off near the Nieuwe Gentweg, so you can get to know the city almost by foot.

Things to do in the area

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• Visit the Ten Wijngaerde Begijnhof and Minnewaterpark, where white-painted houses, tree-lined lanes and mirrored water combine to form one of the most tranquil spots in Bruges. This is an ideal first introduction to the historical and religious dimension of the city.

• Head to the Groeninge Museum and Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk, where you'll find a rich collection of paintings by Flemish primitives and later masters, in addition to Michelangelo's famous Madonna and Child. The combination of museum visits and church interiors provides a compact but intense picture of Bruges as an art city.

• Walk along the canals towards Rozenhoedkaai and Burg, and add a cruise on the water if you wish. The narrow quays, low bridges and historic facades look different from the water than from the street, allowing you to experience the city from multiple perspectives.

Restaurants & cafes

Restaurants
• Den Heerd
Den Heerd, almost around the corner in the same street, is a stylish restaurant that works with fresh products and a kitchen that presents classic Flemish flavors with a contemporary twist. Guests appreciate the calm atmosphere, the well-kept signs and the opportunity to sit in the garden or on the terrace when the weather is nice.

• Brutal
Bruut is an intimate restaurant on the Groenerei, where the chef serves a fixed menu that changes with the seasons. The kitchen is creative, sophisticated and strongly focused on product quality, while the waterfront location provides a special atmosphere for both lunch and dinner.

• De Vlaamsche Pot
De Vlaamsche Pot in the Helmstraat is a living room-like restaurant that specializes in classic Flemish dishes such as beef stew, water zooi and sole. The portions are generous, the atmosphere warm and cozy, and the focus is on comfort food that is typical of Bruges and Flanders.

Cafes & bars
• I Love Coffee Espresso Bar
I Love Coffee Espresso Bar in Sint Jakobsstraat is a popular espresso bar with a relaxed, contemporary feel. It offers a wide range of coffee specialties, tea and sweet treats, often with a creative presentation and great attention to detail.

• Wine Bar
Cuvee Bar a vin is a wine bar and restaurant that focuses on natural wines and matching dishes. In an informal, intimate setting, you'll sample a changing selection of wines by the glass or bottle, paired with seasonal dishes and smaller snacks to share.

• Joeys Cafe
Joeys Cafe in the Zilversteeg is a small, characterful bar with a friendly atmosphere. It's a great spot for a coffee, a glass of beer or a simple cocktail, and there's regular live music or a small-scale performance, adding to the lively but not overwhelming atmosphere.

Lunch shops
• That's Toast
Thats Toast in Dweersstraat is a popular place for brunch and lunch, with a menu that revolves around toasts with creative toppings, breakfast dishes, salads and sweet options. The central location and friendly, smooth service make it an ideal stop during a day of sightseeing.

• Sanseveria Bagel Salon
Sanseveria Bagel Salon in Predikherenstraat is a hip bagel bar with a warm, slightly nostalgic interior. You can choose between sweet and savory bagels, complemented by breakfast and lunch dishes, coffee and light bubbles, making it a cozy spot for a longer break.

• Coffee Camel
Kaffee Kamiel bij het Zilverpand is a trendy brunch spot with a bright and inviting interior. The menu includes yoghurt bowls, american pancakes, inventive lunch dishes and cakes, while the car-free courtyard ensures that you can take a breather here in peace and quiet.

Accessibility
• You can travel by train to Bruges station, which has frequent connections to Brussels and Antwerp, among others. From the station, you can walk to the Nieuwe Gentweg in about fifteen minutes or take a city bus to the center and Begijnhof, followed by a short walk.

• Travellers arriving by car can use various central car parks around the historic center, including near the station and King Albert Park. From these car parks, it is an eight to ten minute walk to the city center and there are regular buses to the center.

• If you travel by plane, you can easily take the train to Bruges via Brussels or Ostend airports. From Bruges, you can continue your way on foot, by bus or by taxi to the Nieuwe Gentweg, which makes the property easily accessible even in the event of an international arrival.

Parking

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B&B Alphabet does not have a large private parking garage, but according to recent information, it does offer a parking solution for guests at a very short walk, at a fixed daily rate. This car park is located about a hundred meters from the house, so you can get inside quickly after parking. It is advisable to inquire about availability in advance, especially during busy weekends and vacation periods.

In addition, there are several municipal car parks in the immediate vicinity. Parking Pandreitje, near the Queen Astrid Park, is a logical choice for those who want to leave the car close to the property and still stay in an underground, secure environment. Parking Centrum Zand under the square of the same name near the Concertgebouw, and Parking Centrum Station next to the railway station, also offer a lot of capacity and are suitable for those who prefer to walk a little further or take the bus to the center. Charging points for electric cars are usually also available in these larger car parks.

For those who prefer to leave their car at the very edge of the city, there are P plus R car parks such as Coiseaukaai and Waggelwater. From these peripheral car parks, buses run to the center at fixed times, often with favourable or even free rates for visitors as part of urban mobility projects. This makes these locations interesting for guests who stay longer in Bruges and do not need their car every day.

Summary

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B&B Alphabet is a small-scale, carefully decorated guesthouse for travelers who appreciate peace, design and personal hospitality in the historic heart of Bruges. The two spacious rooms, the large bathrooms, the wall art and the thoughtful decor make for a stay that feels like staying in a stylish city home. The location in a quiet street near Begijnhof, Minnewater, museums, parks and a wide range of restaurants, coffee bars and lunch shops makes the house a strong base for those who like to discover Bruges on foot.

For visitors by car, there is a combination of a very nearby parking option via the property and multiple municipal car parks in the area, supplemented with P plus R solutions on the outskirts of the city. In combination with the good train connections and the short distance between the station and the city center, this makes planning a stay practical and organized. When you choose B&B Alphabet, you opt for a quiet and personal address in Bruges, without sacrificing comfort or accessibility.

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