This hotel blends an industrial history with elegant décor and modern facilities. Ghent River occupies several former factory buildings, less than half a mile from the Botermarkt. It features a sauna, gym free Wi-Fi and a riverside terrace. The rooms at Ghent River Hotel have a TV, minibar and a modern bathroom. Some of the rooms include original features such as high ceilings or wood- beam ceilings. The House of Alijn is only 300 yards from River Hotel. Gent-Dampoort Train Station is a 15-minute walk away. The center of Brussels is 40 minutes away by car. Each morning a buffet breakfast is served in the breakfast room which features panoramic views of Ghent. The buffet includes croissants and pancakes as well as bacon and scrambled eggs.