Die Swaene

This hotel is in a lovely 18th century Guild building with plush in-keeping decor and furnishings and large 18th c lounge. We had a large and comfortable ground floor room with good shower etc. Comfortable large bed. Room included safe, mini bar, kettle. All staff were lovely and helpful. We borrowed chess from reception. Breakfast was plentiful and good quality with tasty omelettes. There is a small pool which we used daily. Private parking was the other bonus for us, though not cheap. It is walkable to everywhere and right by canal but so quiet. Our room was pink which was fun but the pale pink carpet was very impractical and had got very dirty. They'd put rugs on it but these were trip hazards and it really needed a good shampoo or replacement. The room was at street level and very handy for the pool but you wouldn't have wanted to open the windows in summer as people were walking past. The lighting in lounge and room was barely bright enough to read by.

An absolutely beautiful hotel very near to the heart of Bruges. Wonderful room, with truly lovely areas such as a guest lounge, the breakfast room and a small swimming pool and sauna. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable of the area. One hostess, Marijke, showed us places on a map and offered wonderful insight on local attractions and eateries. I would, and have, recommend this lovely hotel.

We booked this hotel as its dog friendly and conveniently placed. Its a little quirky in its decor but thats part of its charm, its certainly not a modern hotel with a clinical finish. I really liked it. It has a pool, although we didnt use it but I did have a look and it seemed fine. Breakfast is mainly croissants, toast, cereal and fruit, although they do offer eggs and bacon. My other half tried the eggs and found them too greasy but that was our only real criticism. Staff were really helpful via email prior to our stay and very pleasant and helpful during our stay. The location is excellent, just a few mins walk to the main square. Would definitely stay here again.

Overnight stay in Brugge. Very pretty boutique hotel with beautiful common rooms, including honesty bar. Well situated to walk to all major attractions. Very friendly reception staff. Would highly recommend. Clean room and comfortable bed. Parking easily accessible.

We travelled to Bruges to spend new year at die Swaene. It is a wonderful hotel in a perfect location close to the historic centre. All the staff were very friendly and so helpful in particular those working at reception and those serving breakfast. Nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast incidentally is excellent with plenty of choice and warm egg dishes made to order. Perfect. A lovely historic and quirky hotel with many period fixtures and furnishings. However, if you like your hotel to be sparse and minimal then this is not a hotel for you.