Claw felt like a place built for students 🎓. It's spacious, and the staff is friendly 😊 the kind that makes your day a little better. What we love most is how easy everything is: you can order straight from your table 📱 with a QR code, and the service is fast, which is perfect for days you don’t want to interrupt your studying ⏳.

The vibe is chill without being silent 🌿. The music, the people, the terrace, and of course the huge, comfy couch 🛋️ create a comfortable environment. We also loved the student deals 🎉, which make you feel seen, not just tolerated.

Claw is one of those spots we always come back to 🔄. We’ve spent hours here typing, reading, procrastinating (a little 😅), and sipping ☕.

It’s the kind of place where you can open your laptop, order your coffee without moving, and stay productive for hours 🧠✨.

⏰ When to visit : 

• Tuesday to Friday : 8:30-17:30
• Saturday & Sunday : 9:30-18:30

📎 Website : Claw Coffee

📍Address : Oude Beestenmarkt 3, 9000 Gent

De Krook is one of the most iconic study spots in Ghent 📚✨ and honestly, it earns that reputation. It’s the most beautiful library we’ve ever seen 🏛️💛. It’s huge, well-located, modern, and offers a beautiful view on the water 🌊, making studying relaxing.

There’s free Wi-Fi 📶 for everyone and outlets 🔌 at almost every seat (perfect if you plan to stay all day 💻) making it accessible even if you’re not a student.

You can also reserve a table via the QR code 📱 on the desks or directly on the app, which is super convenient on busy days.

The atmosphere is pleasant, open, and motivating 🌟, and there’s even a dedicated IT area 🖥️ if you need computers or specific equipment.

⏰ When to visit:

• Monday & Wednesday : 10:00 - 19:00
• Thursday : 10:00 - 21:00
• Friday : 10:00 - 19:00
• Saturday : 10:00 - 18:00
• Sunday : Closed

📎 Website : Library De Krook

📍Address : Miriam Makebaplein 1, 9000 Gent

Aura Coffee gives us a totally different vibe from the bigger study spots in Ghent, and that’s why we love it so much ☕🌿

When we walk in, the first thing we notice is how calm and bright it is ✨. The space is small, cosy, and filled with natural light, making it super easy to stay focused 📝. The background music is quiet and gentle, so it’s not distracting 🎶. This place encourages concentration thanks to its peaceful atmosphere, no crowds, no loud chatter.

They keep things super simple: only coffee, matcha, and pastries 🍰. If you’re craving a hot chocolate… well, you won’t find it here 😅.

There’s also a cute little terrace 🌞, perfect for studying in warm weather.

For us, Aura is perfect when we want to write, read, or review notes without the noise and crowds of larger cafés 📖✍️.

⏰ When to visit : 

• Monday & Tuesday : 09:30 - 17:30
• Wednesday : 10:00 - 17:30
• Thursday & Friday : 09:30 - 17:30
• Saturday : 11:00 - 17:30
• Sunday : Closed

📎 Website : Aura Coffee

📍Address : Ketelpoort 1, 9000 Gent

Our experience at the Ghent University Library felt very « student mode on » 🎓📚. The library is calm and seriously good for productivity ⚡. You can use the Wi-Fi 📶, and the building has several floors, each with different types of spaces from silent corners 🤫 to bigger tables 🪑.

One thing that stood out was the locker system 🔒. Since bags aren’t allowed inside the study areas, you store everything at the entrance and only take what you need. It creates a clean, safe, and focused atmosphere, making concentration much easier. We got used to it quickly, and it sets a different study rhythm ⏳.

There’s a computer room 💻 and lots of books 📖 you can borrow to study. We loved it here, but we especially recommend it for solo work, as there aren’t many tables suited for group projects 👥.

⏰ When to visit : 

• Monday : 8.00-20.00
• Tuesday : Closed
• Wednesday & Thursday : 8.00-20.00
• Friday : 8.00-17.00
• Saturday & Sunday : Closed

📎 Website : UGent Library

📍Address : Blandijnberg 2, 9000 Gent

Take Five was actually our favorite spot out of all the study places we visited 💛☕. It’s one of those cafés where you walk in, sit down, and instantly feel like you could stay for hours 🕰️.

We loved the big spaces with lots of couches, tables for groups, and solo spots if you want to study alone 🪑📚. Students and locals of all ages mix here, creating a chill, vibrant energy ✨🎶 that makes this place unique.

We picked it as one of our top spots because it’s comfortable, has outlets 🔌, free Wi-Fi 📶, and the jazz background music 🎷 makes you want to study in a relaxed vibe.

It's the kind of place we could come back to study every day without getting tired of it. ❤️✨

⏰ When to visit : 

• Monday to Friday : 8.30-18.30
• Saturday & Sunday : 9.00-18.30

📎 Website : Take Five Espressobar

📍Address : Grote Huidevettershoek 10, 9000 Gent

We hope this tour of our favorite study spots in Ghent helps you find your own go-to place 📍. Each spot comes from afternoons spent hunting for warmth, Wi-Fi 📶, quiet corners 🤫, comfy couches 🛋️, and a little motivation ✨.

Studying in Ghent isn’t just about books 📚 it’s about the vibe 🎶. Whether you crave a quiet library, a lively café, or a cozy sofa with jazz, there’s a spot for every mood 🌟.

Don’t forget to check out the top 5 coffee bars to study in Ghent here ! 💛