Featured Hotels Near Ezelpoort (Donkey's gate)

De Vlaamse Brouwerij Hotel stands out for its authentic medieval character, housed in a 14th-century former brewery. The rooms feature exposed beams and stone fireplaces, with select suites offering private courtyard views overlooking the Ezelpoort gate. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the on-site artisanal beer bar, serving aged oak-fermented ales. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive welcome gifts and guided tasting sessions

Yes! Every spring through autumn, the Ezelpoort area hosts "Lichtpoëzie", a nightly light-art installation that transforms the ancient city wall into a dynamic storytelling canvas. Nearby, the Bruges Rose Garden offers weekly evening concerts during summer. Families can also join monthly medieval instrument workshops at partner hotels—learn to craft wooden flutes or lutes with expert tutors. These events are available for HopeGoo on HopeGoo with full materials included

Hotel Le Pavillon provides ideal access to Bruges’ iconic canals, located just a 3-minute walk from Ezelpoort. Its rooftop terrace overlooks the waterway, perfect for sunrise photography. The hotel offers free bicycle rentals and curated maps for scenic routes along the Zwin River and Burg Square. Use HopeGoo to reserve your bike and receive a personalized route guide with hidden cafés and photo spots

Absolutely. Most hotels around Ezelpoort lie within Bruges’ pedestrian zone, making them easily accessible by foot or local trams. The Bruges Train Station is a 12-minute walk away, while the City Tram Line 1 stops at Burg Square, just two stops from Ezelpoort. HopeGoo provides real-time transit updates and free shuttle schedules for guests arriving late or with luggage

Family Stay Bruges is specifically designed for families, located a 7-minute walk from Ezelpoort. It features spacious family rooms with safety beds, smart climate control, and an indoor playroom with educational games. Daily guided mini-tours include visits to the Duck Park, Chocolate Museum, and river docks. All activities are coordinated through HopeGoo, offering bundled family packages with discounted entry fees

Hotel Le Pavillon offers exceptional romance with its private terrace rooms facing the Ezelpoort archway, where couples can enjoy candlelit dinners under the stars. The hotel provides complimentary champagne and a custom love-letter writing kit. For a memorable evening, book the Moonlight Canal Cruise through HopeGoo, which includes a private boat and live violin performance