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Hotel Dukes' PalacevsRelais Bourgondisch Cruyce
Both properties are praised by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Dukes' Palace Bruges ranks slightly better than Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce - Luxe Worldwide Hotel. Hotel Dukes' Palace Bruges comes in at #1 in Bruges with endorsements from 10 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Oyster and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hotel Dukes' Palace
Concierge
Jetsetter
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Prinsenhof 8, Bruges 8000, Belgium
From $171/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge "When to go: Late spring and early summer are lovely in Bruges, and the city is charming at Christmas, too.
Which room to book: Splurge on one of the 22 suites with a decorative..."
Jetsetter "Former residence of Burgundian aristocracy in the heart of medieval Bruges with a spectacular garden, terraces, and beautiful lounges." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Deserving of its 5 stars, this former ducal palace is up to the usual Kempiski decorative standard, but the spa pool, art gallery and chapel make it something extra special."
Condé Nast Traveler "At the 93-room Kempinski, in a fifteenth-century castle in a cul-de-sac in the heart of town, the best rooms have fireplaces and original oil paintings." Full review
Star Service "In the center of this stunning medieval city, about 10 minutes' walk from The Markt, this is a stellar period establishment with blue-blooded provenance and a postcard aesthetic worth writing home about." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The explanation of the name of this smart, pleasant restaurant lies primarily in the traditional menu." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This is the only five-star hotel in Bruges." Full review
Fodor's "In terms of sheer grandeur, nothing in Brugge can compete with this, the only five-star accommodation in Flanders." Full review
Lonely Planet "It was massively rebuilt in 2008 – some guest rooms retain historical elements, but all the room decor creates a sense of timeless class." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The only five-star property in the city, Hotel Dukes' Palace oozes opulence with noble pomp and circumstance galore, but it’s not overly stuffy or fussy"
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Bruges, Belgium
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Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce Star Service
Oyster The Telegraph Fodor's Jetsetter Lonely Planet
Wollestraat 41 - 47, Bruges 8000, Belgium
From $191/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "This little coquette has conquered the hearts of many with its memorable waterfront location and unpretentious, old-world elegance; elegance is a key word at this hotel." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Offering one of the best views in Bruges, the 16-room Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce - Luxe Worldwide Hotel is a charming upscale boutique overlooking the bend of the Dijver Canal." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Behind the medieval façades are sumptuous but modern rooms, managed with refined professionalism." Full review
Fodor's "Situated in one of the most romantic nooks in Brugge, this lovingly and stylishly restored historic pair of houses offers enchanting views over the Reien." Full review
Jetsetter "Charming, boutique hotel on the banks of the most photographed canal in Bruges, with an art collection including works by Matisse and Klimt." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This luxurious little boutique hotel occupies a unique part-timbered medieval house that’s been tastefully updated and graced with art, antiques, Persian carpets and fresh orchids." Full review
