10 x Special and original places to stay in Belgium

Waking up in the morning with the birdsong in the background, the first rays of sunshine peeking through the trees. A cup of steaming coffee is waiting for you on the terrace. There is no one to be seen for miles around… are you looking for such a unique location to spend the night?

Or would you like to spend an original night on a boat, or floating on a lake? Or somewhere among a unique collection of works of art.

We compiled a list of our favorite original overnight stays in Belgium. Surprise your girlfriend or family with one of these top addresses!

Best places to stay in Belgium

10 unique overnight stays in Belgium

  • Spend the night in a cozy cabin among the trees in Warredal

In the middle of the Limburg forests, you will find the magical Warredal. Hidden among the trees are the cozy cabins and enchanting tree houses. Some of the cozy cabins have a hot tub that you can light yourself. Wait an hour and you can enjoy a lovely warm bath.

You can enjoy yourself by cutting wood, lighting the barbecue, and, above all, enjoying the fantastic surroundings. Once you have discovered this fantastic place you will never want to leave.

Breakfast is delivered in the morning so you don’t have to worry. Enjoy a long walk around the nature reserve during the day or book a few hours in the new wellness complex (completely private).

More information about this unique overnight stay can be found on the Warredal website.

  • Spend the night on a raft on the water at Sailcenter Limburg.

Spending the night on one of the rivers sounds fun, right? With the Treibgut camping raft, you can get on the water in a unique way. The raft is a holiday home, swimming island, sun deck, fishing location, or meeting place on the water.

There are two kinds. The Treibgut camping raft has room for 4 people and even a dog. If your family consists of 5 people, they have a larger volt type B. You do not need a boating license for it.

More information about an original overnight stay on a raft can be found on their website. You can also rent boats there.

Tips for On the road can be found in their information brochure.

The name says it all, you can disconnect from everything here like no other. Near Ghent (only 7 km by bike) you will find a beautiful tiny house nearby. It is hidden among nature, the only neighbor you have is the lord of the castle because the tiny house is in his domain.

You won’t find knights and princesses there, but you will find an oasis of peace and simplicity. Prepare a delicious meal yourself and finally read that exciting book that has been hanging around your house for months.

We are already completely devoted to this beautiful house.

Unfortunately, you can no longer make reservations for this unique overnight stay in Belgium.

  • Vintage houses Ronse

Discover these vintage houses in the heart of the Flemish Ardennes. Je wordt zomaar terug gekatapulteerd in de tijd door de inrichting met vintage spulletjes. Nothing is required here and everything is allowed according to their website!

All houses are located in Ronse, you can choose between Loft 24, Bel Etage 24, Herenhuis 24 or Hoeve 437.

Would you rather sleep in a glamping tent? This is also possible at Vintage houses.

Look here for more information about the nice Vintage houses

Back to nature, bake your own bread, and enjoy a drink by the campfire… that’s possible at Nomadsland in Massembre. It is located on the border with France in a vast nature park where you can find fallow deer, red deer, and wild boar.

You will find the pop-up campsite at the edge of the forest. In addition to a unique overnight stay, you will also enjoy the spa, workshops, and, above all… lots of fun!

At night you sleep in a yurt, which was made in Mongolia and was originally used by nomads to travel across the tundra. Thanks to a wood stove and sturdy insulation, the tent stays nice and warm all night long. In addition to comfortable beds, the tent also has a sofa, chairs, rugs, and a cupboard.

More information about this original overnight stay can be found on their website.

Mechelen is a fantastic city and ideal for a city trip nearby. If you are looking for an original overnight stay, you should go to Martin’s Patershof. This is located in a former church in the middle of the historic center of Ghent. From Brussels or Antwerp, you can get there in 30 minutes by train.

The rooms are very stylishly decorated with original elements. All rooms have a private bathroom and a refrigerator.

Prices and availability can be found on the Martins Paterhof website.

How about camping indoors? Hier heb je geen last van regen of vervelende muggen die je ‘s nachts wakker houden. The Treck hostel in Ghent came up with this unique concept and is the first indoor campsite in Belgium. You can spend the night there in a tent, caravan or dormitory.

All caravans have their own theme, from a beach holiday in Hawaii to a nostalgic retro caravan. A unique overnight stay for young and old.

View all the options for a unique place to stay at Treck Hostel in Ghent.

Located with a beautiful view of the Mehaigne valley and the surrounding forests you will find these inflatable bubbles. You can spend the night in this “Sleep in a Bubble” in Wanze, in the province of Liège.

The bubble is equipped with a double bed, electric heating, lighting, a table two chairs, and a bathroom. For a small surcharge, you also get a delicious breakfast.

More information and reservations for this unique overnight stay in a Bubble.

We end up in Mechelen again, because that is where this classic 19th century Mechelen mansion is located with fully furnished theme rooms and a beautiful luxurious bathroom.

All rooms are in Belle Epoque style, with lead glass windows, high ceilings, an oak Versailles floor, panel doors, etc.

The bathroom is the jewel of the house with a marble and wood floor, including underfloor heating, a ceiling painting with angels, and a stand-alone claw-foot bath.

You can have breakfast on request in the lovely garden.

More information about this nice princely overnight stay.

In the past, coal was transported with this beautiful ship or a “spits” in the sailor’s jargon. It is now moored on the “Muinkschelde” and has been transformed into a hip, unique holiday home on the water. You can find the Juno boat in Ghent, one of the most beautiful cities in Belgium.

You will find three separate bedrooms with a shower and/or bath overlooking the water. Inside you will also find a cozy sitting area and a fully equipped kitchen. Hats off to the renovation of the cargo ship that preserved its authenticity.

If you would also like to spend the night on this former cargo ship, view the prices and availability here.

Who hasn’t dreamed of spending the night in a castle? Imagine yourself as a real baron in this beautiful domain in Rochinne. The Château de la Poste dates from 1884 and is one of the most beautiful hotels in the Ardennes.

Located just 4 km from the picturesque village of Crupet and surrounded by a beautiful domain, you will stay in one of the elegant rooms. In the morning, a breakfast is prepared with local products from the farm. In the evening you can enjoy a buffet with regional specialties.

From the terrace, you have a wonderful view of the Condroz, one of the most beautiful regions of our Belgian country. In addition to good food, you can also enjoy a breakfast with local farm products in the morning and a buffet with regional specialties in the evening.

In addition to enjoying nature and good food, you can also do many activities, such as torchlight walks, tennis, and mini golf. Or simply relax completely in the wellness area!

You should also check out our road trip in the Ardennes, it has a lot of tips and information about the green southern part of Belgium.

View the availability and prices of the Chateau de la Poste.

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