Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Bruges

An inexpensive option for those with a car, the 101-room Leonardo Hotel Brugge is a mid-range, chain hotel in the countryside far from public transportation. The hotel offers a variety of amenities including badminton, table tennis, and an outdoor pool in a pretty forested area. For young children, there is an indoor play room and an outdoor playground. The rooms are basic with inexpensive furnishings, but clean and spacious with free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, and wall-mounted flat-screen TVs. Being three miles outside the city, the hotel is cheaper than others in town and offers a peaceful country retreat.

The Adornes is a 20-room, mid-range, historic hotel in a choice location away from the bustle of the city center, but still within walking distance of restaurants, shops, public transportation, and tourist attractions. Rooms do not have air-conditioning and include only the essentials, but there are charming antique accents such as wood beams that make the space feel cozy and welcoming. Noise may be an issue for front-facing rooms, though there are beautiful views of the Potterierei Canal and other historic buildings from this vantage point. There is free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking; however, the Wi-Fi is only available in public areas and the parking is off-site. This hotel is pet-friendly (daily fee) and offers free rental bikes and an advantage card for discounts on attractions.

Occupying a 17th-century monastery, the NH Brugge looks quaint from the outside, though dated interiors and modern add-ons detract from the picturesque first impression. Its position is particularly convenient, however, as it's easily accessed by car, train, and especially bus -- and is also just 10 minutes' walk from Bruges' medieval center. Room quality can vary, with Standard Rooms looking tired and higher-tier rooms and suites finished with higher-end, period-inspired furniture. A cozy bar with a fireplace makes for a very pleasant place to unwind with a Belgian beer, and the restaurant caters to both families and business guests. 

The mid-range Academie Hotel is centrally located on a quiet street away from loud city noises, but still within walking distance of attractions, restaurants, shops, and public transportation. This historic hotel has vaulted ceilings with original brick in addition to a bright indoor Winter Garden and quaint outdoor courtyard. Rooms are mostly updated in style but sizes vary, and include seating areas, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and flat-screen TVs. An on-site bar/lounge is intimate and there is a good breakfast served in a pretty breakfast room daily.

The Bonobo Apart Hotel is an all-apartment hotel with 11 guestrooms, housed in a typically quaint building on a quiet cobbled street in historic Bruges. The location is excellent, with all of the city's main tourist attractions well within walking distance. Apartments are clean and modern, most with fully equipped kitchens, and a breakfast service is available for those without. A flower-filled courtyard makes a pleasant place to relax, and the owners are particularly welcoming and attentive. All in all, for simple and affordable apartment accommodation in a prime Bruges location, you can't do much better than this.