HOTEL MONSIEUR ERNEST, Bruges – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Building Details
Hotel Monsieur Ernest occupies a restored 14th-century patrician's residence and former brewery, originally documented as the '3 Keys' brewery. The property features an ornate staircase and grand public spaces, with contemporary art by Dean Recoules displayed throughout. Five connected houses that form the hotel appear on a Marcus Gerards map kept at the Gruuthuse Museum.
Rooms and Amenities
All guestrooms include laptop-compatible safes, free WiFi, free bottled water, a work desk, and private bathrooms. Rooms feature parquet floors, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, heating, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms offer views of the canal and garden, with family rooms containing 3 beds and triple rooms with 2 beds.
Dining and Services
The Monsieur Ernest bar serves local Belgian beers on a terrace overlooking the garden and canals. Guests receive an extensive breakfast buffet in a decorated breakfast room. The hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a library, and a roundtrip airport shuttle. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits.
Prime Bruges Location
Located on a side street off Noordzandstraat shopping street, the hotel sits along the canal near the Key-bridge and medieval city ramparts. It's 500 meters from Market Square and the Belfry, 2 minutes from Zand Square, and 15 minutes from The Beguinage and De Halve Maan Brewery. Nearby landmarks include The Markt, Basilica of the Holy Blood, and City Hall, all within 0.5 km.
Area Attractions Access
The hotel is surrounded by Queen Astrid Park, Minnewater Park, and the medieval chapel of the Minstrels. The Fish Market and Chocolate Line are nearby for shopping. Ostend-Bruges Airport is 35 km away. The Damme golf course is approximately 6 km from the property.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location was superb, overlooking a charming branch of the main canals, and the staff was exceptional with their friendly and helpful service. However, my room was a bit noisy being located almost in front of the reception desk, and the dining options, although plentiful, were very basic.
Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience overall. The location is superb, nestled in a quiet residential area yet close to all the main sights and shopping locations. The rooms were comfortable, albeit a bit tired-looking, and the service was excellent. The dining options were satisfying with a nice variety of choices. The facilities offered added convenience to my stay.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, although a bit stuffy initially, were modern and nice, and the staff quickly addressed the issue by providing a fan. However, the hotel could use some maintenance to freshen up its appearance, and the view overlooking the car park was not the most appealing.
