Snuffel Hostel

Snuffel Hostel is an independent hostel at Ezelstraat 49 in Bruges, in the Flanders region of Belgium. It lies in the western part of the old town, roughly fifteen minutes' walk from the Markt and the Belfry, in a residential area that is quieter than the central tourist streets. The Bruges railway station is around a thirty-minute walk, and buses connect the area with the centre. The hostel is a long-standing choice for budget travellers, backpackers and groups, with a sociable and informal atmosphere. Accommodation includes dormitory beds and private rooms, so solo travellers, couples and small groups can all be accommodated. Listed amenities are wifi, a bar and a shared kitchen, which help guests keep costs down in a city where restaurant meals can be expensive. There is no restaurant, spa or pool, and facilities are simple and practical. Rates are in the budget category, typically about €20 to €60 per night, with dormitory beds at the lower end and private rooms toward the upper end, and prices rise in summer, during holidays and at weekends. The service is relaxed and geared to independent travellers, with staff able to share advice on cycling routes, free sights, canal walks and budget food, as well as day trips to Ghent, Damme or the coast. Bruges is compact and flat, making cycling a popular way of reaching the windmills along the canal ring and the Minnewater. The old town is heavily visited by day-trippers, so staying slightly outside the core gives a calmer evening atmosphere. Guests should check linen, towel and breakfast arrangements when reserving.