Hostel Uppelink
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Hostel Uppelink offers accommodations in Ghent right next to the Saint Michael's Bridge. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and free Wi-Fi at the property. Complimentary walking tours are also offered.
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8.8Excellent
(3,078 Ratings)
"Great location, service and administrator. Nothing to add - highly recommend"
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Great location, service and administrator. Nothing to add - highly recommend
8.0 / 10.0
The hostel was in the middle of the center, the location was absolutly perfect.
The pillow was a bit of discomfortable and the bathrooms were quite small. Although, the hostel was clean and staff was extremelly friendly.
10.0 / 10.0
The location, the facilities and the staff! My room was lovely warm and comfortable. The common room played bangers all night long. The staff were so kind and lovely
There isn’t a lift so there is lots of stairs
10.0 / 10.0
This was my first time staying in a Hostel as a solo 34 female.
The location in Ghent and the views are unmatched! The staff are the most lovely and delightful people I have ever met! The toilets and bathrooms were always clean and tidy! Excellent facilities including a washing machine and dryer. I couldn’t fault this Hostel in anyway.
That I couldn’t stay longer lol
10.0 / 10.0
Super clean facilities and friendly staff!
6.0 / 10.0
location was amazing, right in the heart of the city
Rooms were clean
Staff was nice and helpful
you can rent a locker for only 50 cents an hour
Toilets has bad smell
8.0 / 10.0
Perfect view! I would never imagine to stay in a hostel with this magnificent view. Also the common areas for hostel are so cool and cozy
1. There are not enough bathrooms for all those people. And during our stay they didn’t fill the soap. Toilets were a bit dirty and unhygienic.
2. There are not covers for blankets and it felt so unhygienic. We actually didn’t understand why they didn’t give it, because the bed sheets and pillow case were fine
7.0 / 10.0
Grea location, clean, great view of Gent, clean, friendly staff
The room was little cold at night
10.0 / 10.0
ah the view from the room is stunning! Room was facing Saint Michael's Bridge. Room was spacious and clean!
1. Reception: Isnt 24hrs, i think they come 8am to 11pm only
2. Common area: Same schedule with reception. I kind of expected a 24hr common space
3. I think this is very random event-but, i happen to start working at 4am and a couple came to our 16mix bed room, doing the did. It was funny at first but eventually was annoying and cheap and disgusting of course! I stayed for 2 days only, didnt happen the next day tho.
4. Locker/Storage rooms - no free storage for customers, they have paid locker tho. Big enough it is able to keep my medium luggage, a backpack and eco bag
9.0 / 10.0
The staff was extremely friendly and gave us all the info we needed. The location and the view were just breathtaking. There was a good breakfast option. The rooms were nice but of course 16 beds are a bit much. The bathrooms are the best they can be. All in all, would recommend
Just the amount of beds and the type of showers
10.0 / 10.0
Great location, building has character, shared facilities always clean, the hostel bar had great Belgium beers and Richard at reception had some great knowledge of recommendations in Gent
10.0 / 10.0
The location is right in the middle of the town
10.0 / 10.0
It’s a great location. The staff was friendly and helpful . The
rooms were well laid out. Well done Common area on the ground floor.
I wish the room that had a small writing desk.
8.0 / 10.0
Wonderful location, in heart of old city | solid WiFi | lockers in dorm room | washer (€5) dryer (€2) available, accepts credit card | functional kitchen |
10.0 / 10.0
All staff members were exceptionally nice, friendly, and helpful.
The location of the hostel is perfect – you’re literally in the very centre of the city, and all the main sightseeing spots are within easy reach. The view from room 12 is simply exceptional! Honestly, it’s by far the best scenery I’ve ever seen from a hotel window.
The hostel itself is very clean. The shared bathrooms and toilets were by far the cleanest I’ve ever seen in public spaces, not to mention the room and the bed themselves.
Long story short, I really enjoyed my stay, and it offers incredible value for money.
Since the hostel is located in the very heart of the city, be prepared for some noise at night, as Ghent’s nightlife is lively and vibrant.
And, as with any hostel, your experience largely depends on your roommates. Be aware that this factor can significantly affect your stay.
Other than that, the hostel itself is simply awesome.
6.0 / 10.0
The location and the view on the “special view room” was dreamy. The cafeteria and the language room after check out was a life saver.
Room was so small we had to walk one person at a time but can’t change that. Pillows were uncomfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
The location is excellent, with an amazing view of the city center. Everything was clean and well organized, and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
The price was a bit high, but that’s understandable since it was during the city’s festival week.
10.0 / 10.0
Location was superb!! Right next to the main city/town centre and a short walk to all the attractions. It's a 40 min walk to Gent Station but that was a simple, easy walk along the canals. Amazing, friendly staff who were so cheerful and spoke perfect English. Kitchen was absolutely spotless and there were loads of common areas to enjoy. Staff kept toilets and showers clean, so they were very enjoyable to use. Also the view from my room window was absolutely stunning (see pic below)! A perfect birds eye view of the historic buildings of Ghent. Overall, I would definitely return and I'll recommend this hostel to all my friends!
10.0 / 10.0
Friendly staff, clean, services and location.
Can’t think of anything. Other then sometimes my phone died and did not have access to room.
5.0 / 10.0
Great location. Can't b better.
Bad odour around. No space to keep or store luggage. No table beside bed. Less spacious. Had to pay Xtra to store my baggage. Seems like expensive.
9.0 / 10.0
Spectacular position, right in the centre of Gand's old town and easily reacheable via tram. The key system is entirely digital and you can control the access from your own phone. It was hot, but the hostel predisposed fans for each guest and it was really helpful. The stuff were all gentle and ready to help and answer questions. It was possible to leave some food in the fridge even after check-out, and they have lockers (quite cheap) to leave your luggage after checkout. A toilet is also available to use just in the lobby!
Some sinks were a little clogged and I couldn't find the hairdryer listed in the room's description.
8.0 / 10.0
Location 10/10
Bed could be more comfortable
10.0 / 10.0
PERFECT location in Ghent. Couldn't pick a better spot.
8.0 / 10.0
Location was fantastic. Right in the city center with a fabulous view of the canals. The rooms were comfortable and clean. There were plenty of showers and they were very nice.
The lockers were pretty small and only big enough to put valuables in.
9.0 / 10.0
The hostel is situated in an excellent location, close to main attractions and easily accessible. The front desk staff are extremely friendly and always ready to assist. Highly recommended hostel for a short trip to Gent. It features a clean and comfortable social room where you can relax and enjoy a nice drink or coffee.
I was hesitant to book a hostel before the marathon in Gent, and I certainly won't take that risk again. Although the guests were surprisingly quiet and I was able to sleep, it is true that the room was located on the main street, which is quite noisy at night. Other rooms are situated along a quieter side street with no traffic, making them a potentially better choice for future stays.
7.0 / 10.0
Location and view were great, room was good too. The staff was really kind and hospitable.
The doors of the rooms are designed so bad that whenever someone would enter, the door would make an annoying noise which wakes you up, so you have a good sleep here. Except paying for a bed and sheets, most of the things in hostel such as towels or a luggage lockers you have to pay extra which I find terrible. Also, at the reception you don't get a duvet cover, but another sheet that you cover yourself with first and then you cover yourself with a duvet (without a cover for it ofc) over it, very unhygienic and I have never experienced this kind of "hospitality". The showers were constantly smelling bad. Another backside is that you don‘t get a physical key for entering a hostel, staircase, bathroom and room, but you get it on e-mail as digital key so you always have to keep your phone and charger with you and it makes you to minimize using your phone while you want to make a photos, videos or simply engage in a video call with someone. Not to mention that whenever you stop at a bar or restaurant for a break you have to ask for charging your phone. Modern, but not functional and smart nor relaxing.
9.0 / 10.0
Loved everything, the location, the exterior and the interior, super clean, nice staff, common areas are lovely.
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
amazing location of the hostel in the middle of the historical place. The equipment was wonderful, the social place was aesthetic and always full of people. The kitchen had all the necessary equipment. Beautiful view from the window. Beds comfortable. There is an extra charge for towels. If you want to use the locker, bring your own lock.
there was no lock for the locker available
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location with excellent walking tours that start outside the front of the hostel. Really friendly staff (especially Brian) and great facilities including lockers for luggage storage.
Nothing I didn't really like!
8.0 / 10.0
LOCATION IS EXCELLENT
NOTHING
8.0 / 10.0
* Nice location in the heart of the old town next to the river
* Very friendly staff
* I would have liked sheets that could cover the duvet, the sheets I got were not made to insert the duvet in.
* bed linen that would stay easily on the mattress, the linen where large enough to tuck under the mattress, but it came of during the night.
8.0 / 10.0
Good central location with character
Not directly connected with the property except that I was unaware that the Ghent festival was on and that the hostel was only a few meters from loud sound stages playing until the early hours of the morning
10.0 / 10.0
The experience started from the location of the hostel which literally at the middle of the centre, then to the kind and cool reception.
The place was super good, clean, comfortable and as they said the best of the best
Nothing
8.0 / 10.0
Location, comfy of bed, selection of private room available
The cleanliness of the toilet was off (compare to my previous stay few years back) Hairdryer could be better
9.0 / 10.0
it is high-tech tht i never use the technology in other hostel. Staffs were excellent. pillow was also good enough. Most importantly, the view was bloody good through the window. Overall it was super worth.
9.0 / 10.0
The staff is absolutely wonderful, help me to carry my luggage, the shower is big and clean. Amazing location and you can leave your luggage the the lockers with small fee.
The view outside is absolutely unforgettable. Will be back!
The top bunk is a bit hard to go up and not very easy to charge stuff.
9.0 / 10.0
one of the best hostels I even had.
Good location and vibe.
everything is clear.
nothing
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful setting and well maintained building with all the needed facilities. I appreciate the care and quality of accommodation that was given.
Everything was exceptional.
FAQs
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Hostel Uppelink. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Hostel Uppelink pet friendly?
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