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About the hotel

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Residence 9 Bruges is a small-scale guesthouse in an authentic mansion in Sint Annakerkstraat, in the heart of the historic Sint Anna Quarter. The building is located between the Bruges canals and the baroque St. Anne's Church and combines the atmosphere of an ancient building with contemporary comfort. The house has three characterful lodgings, Penthouse Amélie, Suite Sacha and Room Aaron, which together can accommodate up to eight guests. Each unit has its own sanitary facilities, TV and WiFi and is arranged in such a way that you can stay comfortably for a short time or longer.

Penthouse Amélie, on the top floor, is the most spacious option at around seventy-five square metres and feels like an independent city apartment. Under the visible roof trusses, there is a bright living space, a separate bedroom and two modern bathrooms, making this penthouse suitable for couples who want extra space or small groups of up to four people. Suite Sacha, approximately forty-five square metres, offers a separate sitting area with a view of St. Anne's Church and the canals, a bedroom with desk, a private bathroom and a separate toilet. Room Aaron is more compact, with an area of around thirty square meters, but thanks to a cleverly arranged seating area, sleeping area and walk-in shower, it still offers full comfort for those looking for a quiet, attractive base.

The atmosphere at Residence 9 Bruges is personal and homey. The owners Lieve and Jan receive guests themselves and emphasize peace, care for details and a warm welcome. According to the reservation information, breakfast is provided in a nearby sister B&B around the corner, so you can start the day with an extensive continental breakfast without having to search for a breakfast address yourself. Reviews highlight the combination of hospitality, cleanliness and a very quiet location just outside the busiest tourist stream.

The surroundings

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Residence 9 Bruges is located in the Sint Anna Quarter, one of the most tranquil and atmospheric neighborhoods in Bruges. Here, narrow streets run along green canals, overlooking small city gardens, old chapels and brick facades. The district is located in the northeast of the city center, between the Kruisvest and the Langerei, and is distinguished as a separate quarter in the spatial structure plan of Bruges. The Saint Anne's Church is the historic heart of the neighborhood and is often literally visible from the guesthouse rooms.

Despite this quiet location, you can already reach the larger squares and shopping axes of the center after a short walk. The Burg with the town hall and the Basilica of the Holy Blood, the Market and the area around Jan van Eyckplein are a few hundred meters or a short ten minute walk away. From Sint Anna, you can walk along the canals and into the city center, overlooking bridges, courtyards and less touristy corners along the way that make the neighborhood a popular place for those who like to discover Bruges while walking and photographing.

Things to do in the area

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• Visit to St. Anne's Church, a baroque parish church with richly decorated interiors, paintings, and wooden furniture. From the guesthouse, you can get inside in a few minutes and get a good sense of the religious heritage that has shaped the Saint Anne Quarter for centuries.

• Architecture and heritage walk to Sint Walburga Church and Sint Maartensplein. This church is considered one of the purest Baroque achievements in Bruges and, together with surrounding streets, is an exciting mix of religious and urban history, ideal for those who like to explore lesser-known monuments.

• A themed trip to the Choco Story chocolate museum and the Frietmuseum. Both museums, located in historic buildings on the edge of the city center, introduce you to two Belgian icons of chocolate and fries and combine educational information with tastings or tastings in an accessible setting.

Restaurants & cafes

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The neighborhood around the Sint Anna Quarter, the Langerei and the central squares offers a wide range of places to eat, ranging from sophisticated tables to informal bistros and brown bars. The following are a few verifiable addresses in good standing and within an acceptable walking distance from Residence 9 Bruges.

Restaurants
• De Pepermolen — This intimate restaurant works with a seasonal multi-choice menu and combines Belgian and French classics with contemporary accents. The welcome is personal and the menu changes with the market's offerings, so that returning guests always discover something new.

• Franco Belge — On Langestraat, just outside the busiest tourist stream, Franco Belge brings a sophisticated interpretation of French Belgian cuisine into a sleek but warmly decorated interior. The chef works with elaborate menus that include classic sauces and local products in a modern way, which earned the restaurant a place in culinary guides.

• De Verloren Hoek — Close to the Bruges vests and windmills is De Verloren Hoek, a living room-like restaurant with a terrace. The kitchen focuses on aged meat, worldly tapas and a few seafood dishes; guests praise the relaxed atmosphere and the view of the historic windmills along the outskirts of the city.

Cafes & bars
• Café Vlissinghe — In a back street of the Sint Anna Quarter, you'll find Café Vlissinghe, according to various sources one of the oldest cafes in Bruges, with a history that dates back to the early sixteenth century. The combination of low beamed ceilings, historic objects and a garden makes it an attractive place for a quiet beer or a simple snack.

•'t Brugs Beertje — This legendary beer café, between Markt and't Zand, is known for its huge selection of Belgian beers and a distinct brown bar atmosphere. With hundreds of different bottled beers and a few taps, it's a logical stop for those who want to taste the local beer culture after a day in the city.

• De Garre — Hidden in a narrow alley between Markt and Burg is De Garre, a multi-layered beer café with wooden beams, small tables and its own beer. The intimate atmosphere and the extensive beer menu make it a fixed value for both locals and visitors looking for an authentic Bruges pub.

Lunch shops
• Blackbird — Blackbird is located on Jan van Eyck Square, a brunch boutique with a plant-based menu and colorful plates. You'll find creative breakfast and lunch dishes, from pancakes and toast to elaborate bowls, in a vintage interior with a view of the canal.

• Books & Brunch — In a mansion on the Garenmarkt, Books & Brunch combines a second-hand bookstore with a lunch and breakfast shop. The menu includes breakfast formulas, salads, sandwiches and seasonal dishes, often with an organic or vegetarian approach, in a quiet setting between the bookshelves.

• Margritt — Margritt in Sint Amandstraat is a breakfast and lunch bar with a casual atmosphere, where healthy breakfast formulas, salads, cakes and coffee are key. Thanks to its location in a traffic-free shopping street, you can escape the hustle and bustle during the afternoon peak and still watch people from the terrace.

Accessibility

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• By train, you can travel to Bruges Station, which is well connected to other Belgian cities and international hubs. From the station, the historic center can be reached by city buses or a taxi ride; you can count on a walk of about twenty to twenty-five minutes through the city center to Sint Annakwartier.

• The Sint Anna Quarter is compact and feels designed for pedestrians: once checked in, you can reach most sights, museums and shops on foot. Renting bicycles is possible from various rental companies in and around the center; this way you can easily get to the edge of the city and the vests without having to travel by car.

• For those arriving by car, it is practical to first briefly unload the luggage near St. Anne's Church and then drive to an underground car park or peripheral car park. Bruges has a paid parking system in the city center between nine and twenty hours; peripheral car parks and Park and Ride areas are usually cheaper and well connected to the center via bus routes.

Parking

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Residence 9 Bruges does not have its own private car park, which is typical of historic mansions in this district. In the Sint Annakerkstraat itself, there is largely paid short-term parking with a time limit during the day; in the evening and at night, parking in certain sections is free, but the number of places is limited and regulations can change. This street parking is particularly suitable for short loading and unloading or a short stay on arrival and departure.

For longer stays, the underground car parks are a logical choice. Parking Biekorf, under the library of the same name a short distance from the Markt, offers a central location for those who want to explore the entire historic center on foot. Parking Katelijne, on the southern edge of the center, is close to museums such as Sint Janshospitaal and Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk and is easily accessible via the access roads, so you don't have to drive deep into the city center. Both car parks are chargeable, usually also offer places for the disabled and, in some cases, charging points for electric cars.

If you want to park in a budget-friendly way, you can use a Park and Ride area on the outskirts of the city, such as P+R Boogschutterslaan in Sint Kruis. There you can park above ground and for free, and then take a bus to the center; the Sint Kruis Kerk stop is served by several city bus lines, so you can easily return to the quarter around St. Anne's Church. This combination of peripheral parking and public transport is interesting for those who prefer to leave their car behind during their stay and still want to remain accessible.

Summary

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Residence 9 Bruges is an intimate guesthouse in an authentic mansion, strategically located between the canals and St. Anne's Church in the quiet Sint Anna Quarter. The three accommodations Penthouse Amélie, Suite Sacha and Room Aaron combine historic details with modern amenities and can accommodate up to eight guests together. Thanks to the walking distance to the main squares, museums and churches, you can mainly experience Bruges on foot, while you can choose from a range of carefully selected restaurants, cafes and brunch addresses in and around the neighborhood for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With short-term parking in the street, underground central car parks such as Biekorf and Katelijne and a P+R option such as Boogschutterslaan, there are viable solutions for those coming by car. For example, Residence 9 Bruges is a quiet, small-scale and practical base for a city trip in historic Bruges.

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