Parking near your stay

About the hotel

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Hotel Maraboe is a small-scale, family three-star hotel in a historic building on the Hoefijzerlaan, built in 1723 and used as a brewery for a long time. Located just on the edge of the old town, the hotel combines a homely atmosphere with practical amenities such as free Wi-Fi, soundproofed rooms and a delicious continental breakfast with fresh fruit, cereal and egg dishes. Guests can choose between simple but comfortable double and triple rooms, making the hotel suitable for couples, families and small groups of friends. In addition to sleep, relaxation also plays a role: the old basement houses wellness facilities, including a sauna and a small gym, so you can take a break in the hotel itself after a day in the city.

For travelers with pets, it's a plus that dogs are welcome in selected rooms, at a modest cost per stay, according to the latest information from the hotel and specialized platforms. Drivers are also explicitly served: Hotel Maraboe has its own private car park at the back, where guests can park their car at a daily rate. The official hotel information mentions a rate of around twenty-five euros per car per night, which in Bruges is rather exceptional for a smaller city hotel. Combined with the warm, personal welcome, this makes Maraboe an accessible address for those who want to explore Bruges without sacrificing basic comfort and practical facilities.

The surroundings

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Hotel Maraboe's location is one of its strong strengths. The hotel is located on the Hoefijzerlaan, a few minutes' walk from't Zand Square, the concert hall and the main shopping streets of Bruges. From the front door, you walk in a straight line towards the historic city center: the Grote Markt and the Belfry are about seven hundred meters away, while charming streets with shops and cafes connect the hotel to the old city center. The area therefore feels urban and lively, but without the massive nature of the busier tourist axes directly around the Markt.

At the back of the hotel, there are smaller residential streets and green corners around Sebrecht Park, which provide a softer decor than you might expect from a location on the city ring road. The combination of easy access by car and short walking distances to canals, churches and squares is particularly useful for those who value both culture and practical mobility. The proximity to the Bruges Meeting and Convention Center and other business facilities also makes the hotel interesting for those who combine a conference or work appointment in the city with a multi-day stay.

Things to do in the area

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• Take a classic city walk to the Grote Markt and the Belfry, along't Zand and the Noordzandstraat and Zuidzandstraat shopping streets, and then return to Hoefijzerlaan via the narrower alleys. Along the way, you will pass historic facades, small boutiques and cafes that provide a good idea of daily city life in Bruges.

• Head to Minnewaterpark and the Begijnhof for a quieter part of the city: here, trees, water features and whitewashed houses are combined with the silence of the beguinage domain. Especially in the early morning or at sunset, this is an atmospheric walk from the hotel.

• For those who love museums and culture, the Groeninge Museum, the Gruuthuse Museum and the Sint Janshospitaal are easily accessible on foot. Combine a museum visit with a short boat trip on the canals, so you can also experience Bruges's facades and bridges from the water.

Restaurants & cafes

Restaurants
• Reliva
Réliva in Goezeput Street is a seasonal restaurant that works with organic and local products, often supplied by farmers in the region. The cuisine is contemporary, with a lot of attention to vegetables, sustainable fish and natural wines in a quiet, intimate setting.

• Locale by Kok au Vin
Locàle, a concept from the same team behind the former Kok au Vin, focuses on dishes with local ingredients served in a relaxed atmosphere. Expect creative sharing dishes and a menu that evolves with the season, within walking distance of the center.

• Cambrinus
Bierbrasserie Cambrinus, near the Markt, is a classic Bruges restaurant with an extensive beer list of hundreds of references. The menu offers hearty Belgian classics such as beef stew and other regional dishes in a warm, wooden interior that is reminiscent of a traditional beer room.

Cafes & bars
• Adriaan Coffee Bar
Coffeebar Adriaan is located in a stately former bank building near the Schouwburg and combines a wide range of coffee with breakfast, brunch and cake. The light, high space and slow pace make it a pleasant place to start your day in Bruges or take a lunch break.

• I Love Coffee
I Love Coffee in Sint Jakobsstraat is a hip espresso bar with a terrace within walking distance of the Markt. In addition to classic espresso and cappuccino, you will also find colorful latte variants, chocolate milk, matcha and other hot drinks, ideal as a stopover during a shop or museum day.

• Burgundy des Flandres Ale House
At the Bourgogne des Flandres brewery, returned to the city center after a long absence, you can not only visit the brewing facilities but also taste them in the accompanying bar. On the waterfront terrace or inside the tasting room, you can enjoy their reddish brown beer and other home creations, often combined with simple snacks.

Lunch shops
• Boho Brunch
Boho Brunch in the historic center is a light, airy brunch bar with a distinct journey and boho style. It offers breakfast dishes, açai bowls, american pancakes, eggs benedict and other creative lunch options, often with a healthy twist and vegetarian or vegan options.

• Lizzies Waffles
Lizzies Waffles in Sint Jakobsstraat is known for its oversized homemade waffles, served in a friendly tea room atmosphere. Sweet toppings, fresh whipped cream, and hot chocolate mean this can be either a dessert address or a hearty sweet lunch stop.

• House of Waffles
House of Waffles, near the Belfry Tower, specializes in both sweet and savory Belgian waffles. The menu includes Brussels and Liège waffles with a variety of toppings, from classic fruit and cream to variants with smoked salmon or Bruges cheese, making it a playful lunch option for those who want to try something typically Belgian.

Accessibility

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• By train, you can travel to Bruges Station, which is well connected to cities such as Brussels, Ghent, Antwerp and the coast. From the station, you can walk to Hotel Maraboe in about twenty to twenty-five minutes, or take a city bus to't Zand followed by a short walk to the Hoefijzerlaan.

• For visitors arriving by car, the hotel is conveniently located near the urban ring road, so you don't have to drive deep into the narrowest streets. Follow the signs to the center and't Zand and then navigate to Hoefijzerlaan, where you can load and unload directly at the hotel or drive to the private car park behind the building.

• Bruges is compact and very easy to explore on foot, but those who like to cycle can easily find a rental bike in the city or park their own bikes in designated bicycle parks near, among others, the convention center or station. From Hotel Maraboe, you can easily cycle to the city gates, the green vests and even to Damme or the polders around Bruges.

Parking

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For drivers, Hotel Maraboe is particularly convenient because it has its own private car park on site. According to official hotel information, you can leave your car safely at a fixed daily rate of around twenty-five euros, which is relatively beneficial for a location just outside the historic core. The number of seats is limited, so booking in advance is strongly recommended, especially during weekends and vacation periods. The car park is directly connected to the hotel, so that loading and unloading luggage remains easy upon arrival and departure.

Those who prefer to park in a public car park or no longer find a place at the hotel have several alternatives nearby. Parking Katelijne is an underground garage at the southern entrance to the city center, under a few hotels and close to sights such as the Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk and the Groeninge Museum. This car park is chargeable, offers places for the disabled and has charging points for electric cars.

On the side of the station, Oesterparking is located on Koning Albert I laan, a spacious car park that is ideal for those who prefer to leave their car just outside the busiest zone and continue to the center by public transport or on foot. Here, too, according to the manager, there are long-term parking facilities and often more favorable daily rates than in smaller city car parks.

A third option is Parking Langestraat, under the State Archives, just a few minutes' walk from the Markt. This underground garage is close to historic sites such as the Basilica of the Holy Blood and the Groeninge Museum and also offers electric charging points and places for people with disabilities. Thanks to this combination of hotel parking and public garages, guests at Hotel Maraboe can travel relatively carefree by car, as long as they think briefly about the desired parking strategy beforehand.

Summary

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Hotel Maraboe is a warm, family-run city hotel in an eighteenth-century building on the edge of the historic center of Bruges. With comfortable, soundproofed rooms, free Wi-Fi, a catered breakfast and extra features such as a small wellness area and a dog-friendly policy, it targets travelers who prefer a personal atmosphere over large-scale hotel chains. The location within walking distance of't Zand, the Grote Markt and the main shopping streets makes it easy to explore the city on foot, while the proximity to the station and conference facilities is also interesting for business guests.

Thanks to the hotel's private car park and the presence of several public garages such as Katelijne, Oesterparking and Langestraat, it is also a logical starting point for those who visit Bruges by car and still want to stay close to the center. In the immediate vicinity, you'll find a mix of seasonal cuisines, beer brasseries, coffee shops and brunch addresses, so you can easily combine your stay with varied food and drink experiences. All in all, Hotel Maraboe is a practical and characterful base for those who want to experience the charm of Bruges with a good balance between comfort, accessibility and local experience.

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