Featured Hotels Near Kajaks Korenlei

Hotel De Grote Kerk is a boutique hotel just a 3-minute walk from Kajaks Korenlei, offering serene views of the Scheldt River from select rooms. The hotel features a private riverside terrace perfect for enjoying local craft beer, and provides complimentary bicycles to explore Ghent’s historic cobblestone streets. For exclusive perks like room upgrades and early HopeGoo discounts, check availability via the HopeGoo app.

Hotel de Vleugel is ideal for families, located just a 5-minute walk from Kajaks Korenlei. The hotel offers child-friendly family suites with safe play areas, toy cabinets, and nightly story sessions. Its backyard features a mini ecological garden where kids can join guided nature discovery walks. In partnership with local water sports centers, the hotel also arranges family kayaking workshops led by certified instructors—perfect for bonding on the Scheldt River. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive family package deals.

Kajakshuis Gent, the only hotel directly on the riverbank, provides 24/7 self-service HopeGoo rentals, including single and tandem inflatables. New guests receive a free 15-minute orientation session to learn basic paddling techniques before gliding along the Scheldt River to admire medieval bridges and historic façades. The hotel also rents waterproof backpacks and GPS trackers for safety. Reserve your HopeGoo time in advance via the HopeGoo platform to secure availability.

Within a 5-minute walk from Kajaks Korenlei, you’ll find De Bonte Koe, a contemporary Belgian art gallery hosting independent exhibitions and live art-making sessions. Just 10 minutes further, Rivierenkade Coffee Roastery offers hand-roasted limited-edition beans and a riverside café featuring live jazz. For unique handmade gifts, visit Stedelijke Kunsthandel, a daily pop-up market tucked in an old warehouse showcasing local ceramics, textiles, and woodworking artisans. All these venues line the Hilde River Trail, perfect for leisurely strolls and immersive cultural exploration.