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BRUGES ROMANTIK PANDHOTEL 8.2/10  |
Formerly an 18th century carriage house, this hotel has been converted to a 26-bedroom boutique hotel recommended by journalists around the world for its charm and refined, cosy atmosphere.
The Pand Hotel was featured in the Tatler Guide 2006 as one of the best 101 Hotels in the World and as the “Best Boutique Hotel in Belgium”. In October 2007, it was awarded “Best Charming Hotel in Europe” by the Prix Villégiature 2007, a very high distinction. It is privately run by the owner, whose pride is evidently expressed in the opulent choice of furnishings, objets d’art and many antiques. The hotel facilities include an intimate lounge, library, a cosy and romantic bar, and a Wi-Fi internet corner. There is also a green patio with fountain and a sauna to guarantee complete relaxation.
Bruges is arguably one of the most attractive cities in Europe and the hotel’s city centre location means that all of the best attractions and museums are close by. The canals and alleyways, the churches, almshouses and patricians' houses, the decoratively restored gables and the museums full of art treasures bring the past back to life. Furthermore, Bruges is a living, modern and romantic city which has something to offer the most demanding visitor.
The city centre of Bruges is formed by the impressive Market Place and the adjacent Castle. The fine façades give the atmospheric square an improbable air of class. The most impressive building is the Belfort bell-tower with its carillon. The tower offers a splendid view over the city and its environment. In the middle of the square stands the statue of the heroes of the Golden Spurs Jan Breydel and Pieter De Koninck.
Through Breydelstraat you can walk to the Castle or Burg. There you will find the Old Court of Justice, the Civil Registry, the City Hall and the Basilica of the Sacred Blood. This is where the relic of the Sacred Blood is kept. In the adjacent museum, you can admire the Shrine of the Sacred Blood.
The Groeningemuseum offers a remarkable picture of painting in the Southern Low Countries and Belgium from the 15th century to the present day. The Gruuthusemuseum opposite houses a treasure of old utensils and art works. Until 25 years ago, Sint-Janshospitaal was still used as a hospital, but now houses the Memling museum, including 6 masterpieces by Hans Memling. To the north of the city centre lies the Saint Anna district with the Lace Centre, the Jerusalem Church and the Museum of the Saint Sebastian guild. Here you can watch the famous lace-makers hard at work.
A visit to Bruges is not complete without having seen the idyllic Beguine Convent and the romantic Minnewater. In the Beguine convent, there are no longer any Beguines, but Benedictines in 15th century costume still maintain the historic atmosphere. The legendary swans swim on the Minnewater.
The Vanhaecke Family, very much in love with antiques and objects of art, wants to share their passion with you. The interior is full of charm and character, expressing a timeless, elegant, nice and comfortable atmosphere.
In the library, you can relax by the open fire between hundreds of old books, several Louis Vuitton suitcases, old framed deeds, wooden collectables. The pine panelled walls and old wooden floors give the lounges the singular elegance of an English house and the refined variety of an art lover room.
The bar, in dark and aubergine colours, with its mahogany furniture, leather chesterfield armchair and lighting by Jacques Garcia, lights up at nightfall in a cosy and nostalgic atmosphere.
The sauna with shower jets and waterfall help you to be calm in a Zen atmosphere.
Enjoy all this while listening to the gentle sound of the fountain in the adjacent patio.
All 26 bedrooms have been individually decorated with antiques and offer all the modern comfort that the discerning traveller expects (direct dial telephone with modem/fax-connection, mini-bar, remote control television with most European channels, clock-radio, laptop-safe, air-conditioning, marble bathrooms, hairdryer, magnifying mirror). The wonderful Junior Suites have a whirlpool, an ironing board, bathrobes and a CD stereo system. Each one is decorated with stunning Ralph Lauren fabrics, original antiques and various eccentricities.
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FACILITIES
Parking, Pets Allowed, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Garden, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Valet Parking, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, Airconditioning, Sauna, Massage, Jacuzzi, Library, Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Shoe Shine, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included
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