Hotel Portinari

I had a wonderful stay in Hotel Portinari, and a great Day visit in Bruges. Though it is a bit rainy and chilling outside, I felt fresh and relaxed. The hotel is modern, stylish, delicately designed with ideas, and most importantly has a wonderful crew of staff. From the check-in reception lady, to the morning breakfast madam, and the next day when I checked out, David(I hope I got his name right) can speak Mandarin! All of them are very polite and friendly! Lastly I have to highlight the breakfast, it was probably the best breakfast I ve had during this time Europe trip, and the cappuccino machine is like making a cloud 💭 dream.

Our stay at Hotel Portinari was truly delightful. We were on the top floor (5th) where the windows opened to a charming view of the plaza, a picture of Bruges that felt both lively and serene. Saturday morning a big market opened up and we enjoyed many delicious delights. The location of hotel is just perfect. Close to every beautiful places in Bruges center and even easy walk from the train station. The room itself was warm and inviting, perfect for an autumn visit. I loved the thoughtful design: spacious yet cozy, with an open-style bathroom that added a touch of modern simplicity. Every detail seemed carefully considered from the comfortable bed and excellent water pressure to the refillable glass water bottle, a small but meaningful gesture of sustainability. Even with a DJ event taking place right in the square below, the room remained peacefully quiet, with only the faintest vibration reminding us of the festivities outside. The staff’s kindness stood out most. The gentleman at the concierge greeted us with such genuine warmth, setting the tone for our stay. And each time we crossed paths with a lovely lady (perhaps the manager or owner) her gracious smile made us feel sincerely welcome, as if we were returning guests. We didn’t have breakfast, though the spread looked generous and inviting. Still, the comfort of the room, the quiet charm of the hotel, and the care in every interaction left a wonderful impression. Definitely recommend and happy to come back anytime.

We have just spent a relaxing weekend in Bruges and stayed at the beautiful, Portinari hotel. The location is perfect - a short walk from Bruges train/coach stations on a lively boulevard and close to central attractions and a great range of restaurants and bars.||The staff team is lovely, |all very welcoming and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. Good variety of hot and cold items for breakfast in a cosy, relaxed environment. I highly recommend this hotel for a short city break which is exactly as described on their website.

We checked in on early Monday evening and it was quick and hassle free. Our room is located on the third floor and the junior suite is quite spacious with separate toilet. The tub is large with shower nozzles with excellent water pressure. The king size bed is firm and we loved it; we were able to have a great rest on our first night and did not suffer the usual jet lag we endured in the past trips to Europe. The location of the hotel is excellent; adjacent to Zand square and easy walking distance to all attractions. Plenty of fine dining establishments in the vicinity. We were able to watch the La Machine performances from our window; it was very interesting. We still have one more night to go before heading to Lyon, and we are very happy with this excellent establishment. Further, house keeping did a great job throughout our stay and I would give this hotel a five star rating, but mobile version of TripAdvisor only allows me to gives a four star rating, which is bit strange. Perhaps there is a glitch on my aging I phone 13.

We loved this place. Great location, the breakfast is quite worth it, the staff was friendly and helpful. We really liked the concept of the room, travelling as a couple. A shout-out to Jerneja for helping me prepare a surprise for my girlfriend, a continent away.

Great stay at Hotel Portinari with my wife and child. The staff were very friendly and even let us check in a bit early and stored our luggage after checkout. Location is perfect, close to many popular spots. Comfortable and convenient — highly recommend!

A great little hotel right near the middle of Bruges. We had 3 Superior rooms beside each other with a great view overlooking the T'Zand square. The rooms were comfortable and reasonably sized. We ate breakfast out and didn't use any other amenities. It was an easy 5 minute walk to the BMCC where my conference was located. Fair value, pleasant and a great location.

Hotel Portinari's main advantage is its location, as it is conveniently situated within walking distance of Bruges' major tourist attractions, including the Belfort. Additionally, there is public parking nearby, although it does not belong to the hotel. The garage can be confusing to navigate, so I recommend asking the hotel for detailed directions before your arrival.||Unfortunately, that is where the positives end. The hotel feels outdated and lacks proper cleanliness. Our biggest issue was that our room had a strong smell of vomit. It was clear that someone had been sick near the door before our arrival. Although the area may have been wiped down, the stain and odor remained, making our stay feel unpleasant and unhygienic.||Another significant downside is the bathroom design. We stayed in a "Club Collection" room, and the bathroom consisted of a glass enclosure in the middle of the room. You can see directly into the shower and toilet area from the beds, providing zero privacy. This setup might be acceptable for couples, but it is definitely not suitable for families or anyone who values bathroom privacy.||I would not stay here again and strongly recommend considering other options in Bruges.