Adventure Alternative - GUEST HOUSE - Arts-Factory-Experience - For artists, makers and open minds - Attention, we are not a hotel and are not adapted for everybody - Read host warnings before reservation - PROVIDENCE,BE asbl
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Adventure Alternative - GUEST HOUSE - Arts-Factory-Experience in Charleroi offers adults-only homestay with free WiFi and a sun terrace. The property includes a lounge, shared kitchen, and full-day security. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy free on-site parking, bicycle parking, and bike hire. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dishwasher, and work desk. Local Attractions: Located 9 km from Charleroi Airport and 48 km from Walibi Belgium, the property is near an ice-skating rink. Walking tours are available. Guest Satisfaction: Guests appreciate the friendly host, attentive staff, and convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alexander
Georgia“Unique. You will never stay anywhere like this. The industrial views are interesting but most of all the place itself is just bizarre in a good way. And the guy in charge Serge is super friendly. Expert tip: He loves both socialism and the Davos...” - Lukas
United Kingdom“Quirky and in an industrial setting. It's what I wanted.” - Nigel United Kingdom“The Ghostel is quirky, location is good, the cat was cute and friendly. I would absolutely stay again. The environs is bleak heavy industrial or post-industrial and the accommodation is fairly basic but entirely acceptable and interesting. Good...”
Els
Belgium“Wow, what a cool, fun, artistic, place that was! I was completely surprised by the nice welcome and especially about the place where I stayed. I felt at home right away. Great if you travel alone. Very helpful. It is not an everyday place to stay...”- Victoria
Germany“We had a great time in this extraordinary place. We felt very comfortable and welcome and had a lot of fun exploring Serge's workshop and the rooftop. Thank you!” - Eveleen
Ireland“It was a very relaxed environment, serge was a very pleasant host. We only stayed one night, got in late, and left early so we didn't get a chance to spend much time there. Got to meet the cat and dog which I loved they are beautiful animal's and...” - Erwin Belgium“Nice cosy Twin peaksy vibes which drove away the cold from outside. Your friendly (g)hosts Mau Mau, Krotje, Mike and Serge warmed us with their special stories and we thank them for that!”
- Rebecca United Kingdom“Make sure you read the warnings, this is not a hotel.for everyone, it feels much more like staying over at your friend's house. If you're in to quirky curiosities and beautiful industrial architecture then this will become your home from the...”
- Aion Belgium“I don't know which one is better, the Ghostel or the host... We (3 young adults) had an amazing experience here, once in a lifetime. We saw Serge's (host) paintings and art, had philosophical talks, shared ideas about the world and how it...”
- Imants
Latvia“Location was good, close to the railway station Marcianne.”
Managed by Serge V
Company review score: 8.6Based on 234 reviews from 1 property
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Company information
--- PLEASE NOTE: If you are booking for others, if you are alone or as a couple and are booking a room for 6 or 12 people, if you are under 3 years of mental age, if you cannot read so far , if you have tiled floors in your living room or in your bedroom, if you plan to come to a hotel, if you want great luxury for this price, if you wear sandals with socks, if you have painted your living room in salmon color eggshell, if your car loses oil on the sidewalk, if you are grumpy or think you know everything, if you have false nails, or if you hunt elephants...! Would miss more, whether you hate dogs, or throw your trash in nature!!! : Please do not book instantly !!! and contact me first. it's simpler, and we avoid any misunderstandings.
- NOTE1: The general place is still under restoration, and some small works may be in progress. We do everything we can to avoid inconvenience to residents, as well as to cleanliness.
- NOTE2: We are in a quiet place, day and night. However, on Thursday evenings in summer and some Saturday evenings, noise can be heard following the events at Rockerill (Voisin), traffic jams for extreme sensitivity are provided.
- NOTE3: "WINTER"... (December-March), it is cold in the building, in the corridors and in the toilets. Only vital rooms and common areas are heated, so prepare accordingly. We are in "Warriors" mode. The heating in the rooms is with oil stoves (laser), and the sure consumptions are in extras. So you have to be prepared for all eventualities, in case of very cold weather. (it's not for everyone). And if despite this you still want to book, please enter the code “Warrior”;-). No need to come and cry...
Property information
Hello and welcome everyone. - PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR ALL! Please read everything (imperative) before booking.
We offer, in an unusual setting, a "unique" experience, 5 rooms on the 4th floor without elevator, homestay, a community place for artists and creators in residence.
We welcome you to an atypical mythical place in the heart of the Carolo industrial basin. In the former Providence design offices, built in 1963 and currently being restored, the place extends over 6 floors (no lift) and has an incredible 360° panoramic view from the roof. It is the refuge of choice for creators, intellectuals, artists, researchers and travelers on transhumance of all types. Alone or in groups (URBEX, students, etc.).
--- 45 minutes from Bruxelles-midi, by train. --- 500M from Marchienne-au-Pont station (BXL/CHARLEROI line). ---- 50 M from the PROVIDENCE Metro (Charleroi). We offer a Charleroi Airport lift, we pick you up or bring you back. - We rent bicycles (ideal transport), very practical for superb walks, going into town, or doing your shopping.
Neighbourhood information
We are in the middle of nowhere, in the heart of the industrial architecture site with views of the slagheaps. Place of inspiration for the film: "The conveyors are waiting", the photographs of Stephan Vanfleteren, the documentary "Marchienne de vie", Germinal de Zola, Van Gogh chez les gueules noirs and so many other creators. At night, the lights, the sound of the factories in the distance, it's heavy, real. The movie "Blade Runner" on the side is for grandmas who make apple cakes.
--- A TRAVELER'S COMMENT: We had a timeless stay with our friend Serge!!! The place is grandiose at the height of its host with his artistic soul and his big heart. Serge is really a great person who really takes care of his guests, you can really count on him for all our questions, advice on the region, etc… he will bend over backwards to satisfy you!!! Just a personal note, if you are looking for a 5-star palace where everything is polished to the nines, go your way, but if you want to spend an authentic moment in an extraordinary place full of richness of life, you are really in the right place. !!!! Will I come back? For my part, if I have to stay in the Charleroi region without hesitation I have found my palace!!! Even if I pass through the region, I will just say hello to Serge because he is a person with great values who inspires respect.
Nathan 08/28/2022
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House rules
Adventure Alternative - GUEST HOUSE - Arts-Factory-Experience - For artists, makers and open minds - Attention, we are not a hotel and are not adapted for everybody - Read host warnings before reservation - PROVIDENCE,BE asbl takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 05:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 05:00
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 250 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 3 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 250 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
License number: 0759777442
