The best luxury hotels in Bruges

1. The Notary, an intimate 5-star Bruges hotel with a stunning decor

If you're looking for privacy and exclusivity (with a hint of magic), this spectacular mini-boutique hotel has it all! Nestled in an elegant manor house - a former notary's office from which the establishment takes its name - in the heart of the historic ramparts, this Bruges hotel, one of Belgium's finest spa hotels, houses eight suites, as spacious as they are cozy. The result is ultra-personalized service.

The decor, designed by House of Porters studio, is richly detailed in Romanesque style, with lovely nods to the past: old parquet and terracotta tiles, antique objects, precious fabrics, copper taps and XXL baths... Each suite is unique, and modern 5-star hotel comforts (air conditioning, high-speed wi-fi and Sonos speakers) are discreetly integrated.

A chic restaurant, a confidential bar and a superb private garden complete the in-house experience. The garden is one of the city's largest: a romantic, lush setting where swans, ducks, bright flowers and fruit trees meet. And where you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the natural swimming pool or an exclusive interlude in the spa area. Everything at The Notary seems designed for a total, privileged and perfectly warm escape!

The Notary *****
8 keys, prices from 300 euros per night
Notarissenstraat 3, Bruges
+32 50 69 33 90

2. Hotel Sablon, a hotel in Bruges with relaxed urban chic

Right in the center of town, just a few minutes' walk from the Markt but slightly removed from the hustle and bustle of the tourist trade, the Sablon (CW Hotel Collection), despite being housed in the city's oldest hotel, is the perfect ambassador for urban, modern Bruges.

While the origins of the establishment date back to the 16th-century, this boutique-hotel in Bruges, completely renovated in 2019, now imposes its contemporary aesthetic: clean lines and large spaces, designer furniture, raw materials, graphic artworks and vibrant colors... Careful lighting transforms, at nightfall, the rooms and their open bathrooms into zen and cosy jewel cases.

But the heart of the Sablon is undoubtedly its bar-lounge, bathed in light thanks to a modern glass roof and embellished by a colorful, pop-decorated interior courtyard. It's here that a hearty, creative breakfast is served, where local produce rubs shoulders with the great classics, and where guests and locals gather in the evening for a signature cocktail. Alas, no spa or gourmet restaurant: the hotel in Bruges makes up for this by partnering with local restaurants and activities, for a stay rooted in the vibrant fabric of Bruges. Urban, hip and decidedly arty, the Sablon is an ideal base for travelers in search of relaxed modernity... and panache.

Boutique Hotel Sablon by CW Hotel Collection ****
43 keys, prices from 171 euros per night
Kopstraat 10, 8000 Bruges
+32 50 34 03 74

3. Hotel Heritage, the Relais & Châteaux experience in the heart of Bruges

An iconic Bruges hotel! The Hotel Heritage, housed in a 19th-century mansion in the medieval heart of the city (a very central location, just a few minutes' walk from the Grand-Place), is rated 5 stars and a Relais & Châteaux member, no less! Inside, patinated woodwork, high ceilings, chandeliers, gilding and luxurious fabrics make up a classic Louis XVI-style décor, designed like that of a (very) bourgeois private residence. In the same "little castle in the city" vein, the Bruges hotel has just 22 keys. Some rooms and the two suites offer a charming panorama over the rooftops of Bruges. Special mention for the royal marble bathrooms!

Another important asset of the Hôtel Heritage is its cuisine. Le Mystique restaurant is "a model of elegance that you fall in love with instantly", according to the prestigious Michelin guide. The menu, devised by chef Raoul De Koning, fuses local products with global influences. The breakfast buffet (including champagne) is rumored to be one of the best in town. And to round off this stay of pleasures on a 100% relaxing note, head to Le Moment by Sothys spa for a signature treatment or a soothing moment in the sauna. A great place to experience the opulence of Bruges.

Relais & Châteaux Hotel Heritage *****
22 keys, prices from 220 euros per night
Niklaas Desparsstraat 11, Bruges
+32 50 44 44 44

4. Hôtel Van Cleef, haute couture on the canal

Watch out, jewel! As soon as it opened in 2015, the Hotel Van Cleef was voted Best Hotel Concept at the Belgian Hospitality Awards. And now it has been awarded a Michelin key in the Michelin Guide 2025. Set in the heart of Bruges, on the banks of the canals, this superb villa with its Italianate allure has long been the home of the counts and dukes of the Van Cleef dynasty. Now, under the guidance of owner and interior designer Pascale Vanhaecke-Marcantuoni, it has been reinvented as a Bruges boutique-hotel as chic as it is shocking.

With 16 spacious rooms and suites, richly decorated and fashionably atmospheric (Missoni and Hermès fabrics, bespoke Italian furniture, marble bathrooms, fringed curtains, fur rugs, bold works of art), the address attracts lovers of style and personalized experiences. Services abound: valet parking, concierge, 24-hour reception, transfers on request, babysitting, bike rental, packed lunches and in-room amenities. In the evening, head for Le Saint Petersbourg, the Van Cleef's retro cocktail bar. And in the afternoon, we'll gladly give in to the call of tea time in the adorable green salon, bathed in light with its glass ceiling. Or better still, on the canal-front terrace.

Hotel Van Cleef ****
16 keys, prices from 200 euros per night
Molenmeers 11, Bruges
+32 50 34 64 64

5. Hotel De Tuilerieën, historic chic and luxury services

Not much for frills? The Hotel De Tuilerieën, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and recently upgraded to a 5-star hotel in Bruges, cultivates discreet luxury. Its location is ideal: along the Canal Den Dijver, one of Bruges' most beautiful and ancient canals, just a stone's throw from the Grand-Place.

Behind the wise facade of a 15th-century patrician house, the interior has preserved many of the heritage features of past centuries. Ancient vaults, exposed beams, centuries-old bricks and weathered wooden staircases are the real stars of the decor. The furnishings are classic, discreet and refined, and the colors very soft. It's as if everything has been thought out to sublimate the historic authenticity and inspire calm without overdoing it (which sets it apart from the very rococo style that dominates the Bruges hotel scene). The 45 rooms and suites, all different, perfectly cultivate this subtle contrast... And sometimes offer an enchanting view of the canal.

But the treasure of this 5-star address is hidden in the basement, where you'll find an intimate spa with a superb indoor pool under a glass roof, a sauna and a hammam. The perfect retreat after a day strolling the cobbled streets. The icing on the cake: the Tuilerieen's food offer is more than tempting. The hotel's gourmet restaurant, Mémoire, boasts a Michelin star, and you can also enjoy Belgian dishes and silky cocktails in the cosy bar, The Parlour. Good to know: for €35, you can enjoy the gargantuan breakfast buffet even if you're not staying on site. The hotel also has a lovely little terrace where you can enjoy a quiet moment.

Hotel De Tuilerieën *****
45 keys, prices from 170 euros per night
Dijver 7, Bruges
+32 50 34 36 91