Location. The Best Western Hotel Orchidee is located in Aalter, Belgium, one kilometre from Aalter railway station. The city of Bruges is 15 kilometres to the north, and Ghent is 30 kilometres south.
Hotel Features. This four storey hotel is a modern property. Guests can enjoy the sun on the rooftop terrace, relax with a sauna or massage in the wellness centre, and sample some of Belgium’s diverse beers in the hotel bar. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour reception can assist with travel and tourist arrangements, and coffee and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. Other amenities include shoe shine, laundry services, safe deposit boxes, airport transfers (surcharge) and complimentary parking. Childcare services are available on request.

A complimentary buffet style breakfast is served each morning. Restaurant Orchidee features international and Belgian dishes. Lunch is served Monday through Friday, and dinner is available Tuesday through Saturday.

Business amenities include conference rooms, high speed Internet connections and seating for up to 65 people.

Some of the recreational activities offered in the vicinity include swimming, tennis, horse riding and fishing. There is a playground nearby, and bicycles can be hired on site.

Guestrooms. The 30 air conditioned guestrooms have bright, contemporary decor with wood flooring and dark wood furniture. All include satellite television, direct dial telephones, high speed Internet connections, clock radios and desks. Bathrooms have hair dryers, complimentary toiletries and bathrobes.

Expert Tip. There are 47 chocolate makers in Bruges, and the tourist office at the Concertgebouw sells a walking guide to nine of the best. The book contains vouchers that can be exchanged for chocolates and admission to the Choco Story Museum.