The Bryghia is a small family run hotel set in a historical building dating from the 15th century, and situated in a quiet square overlooking the canal, less than half a kilometre from Bruges' central square and market. The 18 guestrooms have traditional style decor in soft colours with patterned fabrics. All guestrooms include satellite television, minibars, safes, tea and coffee making facilities, and bathrooms with hair dryers. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast in a traditionally decorated morning room with old oak woodwork, warm colours and soft tone lighting. A breakfast buffet is served consisting of fruit juice, cereals, bread, ham and cheeses. After a day's sightseeing, guests can chat over drinks in the bar or take advantage of room service. For those arriving by car, free parking is available directly in front of the hotel, or garage parking can be used for a surcharge. Practical amenities include currency exchange and a safe deposit box service. Multilingual staff at the front desk can assist with any queries and advise on local attractions. Guests can visit the lively daily market near the city's central square 450 metres away or take a trip to the seaside resort of Knokke, 18 kilometres away. Brussels National Airport is approximately 100 kilometres and a 70 minute drive from the hotel.