Terms and Conditions

General Terms and Conditions & Internal Regulations (Belgium – legally adapted)

 

1. General

  • The accommodations “OYO Rooms” (Hoveniersstraat 46, Kortrijk) and “OYO Apartments” (Karmelietenlaan 18, Kortrijk) are operated by Oliver Vandenbussche (“OYO”).
  • Guests must be at least 18 years old and have a permanent residence.
  • By making a reservation, these conditions apply.

2. Liability

    • Guests are responsible for damage they cause to OYO’s property.
    • OYO is not liable for loss, theft, or damage of guests’ belongings unless caused by OYO’s own fault, negligence, or failure to provide safe accommodation.
    • Guests must report any damages immediately.

3. Reservation & Confirmation

  • Reservations can be made by phone, email, online form, or booking platforms.
  • A reservation is final after written confirmation (usually by email).
  • No additional booking fees apply.

4. Costs & Payment

  • Payment is due at check-in, unless prepaid. Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, AmEx, PayPal, Payconiq, Vlaanderen Vakantieland cheques, bank transfer, or cash (EUR).
  • For bookings of >2 days, a deposit up to 40% may be requested.
  • Tourist tax of the City of Kortrijk applies (rate as published).
  • Damage, theft, or missing items will be invoiced within 7 days and must be reimbursed.
  • Smoking in rooms: €200 surcharge.
  • Lost key: €50 (higher costs may be claimed if proven).

5. Cancellation & No-Show

Individual bookings

  • Refundable rate:
    • Cancel ≥4 days before arrival (18:00): free.
    • Cancel <4 days before arrival / no-show: first night charged.
  • Non-refundable rate:
    • No refund in case of cancellation/no-show.
    • If booked directly, reservation may be moved ≥4 days before arrival.

6. Complaints & Disputes

  • Complaints should be reported immediately to OYO so a solution can be found.
  • If unsolved, a written complaint may be sent to OYO.
  • If still unresolved, guests may contact Tourism Flanders (Visit Flanders), Grasmarkt 61, 1000 Brussels – the competent authority for tourist lodging.
  • Disputes fall under the jurisdiction of the courts of Kortrijk.

7. Arrival & Departure

  • Check-in: 16:00–21:30. Earlier/later only by prior agreement.
  • Check-out: by 11:00. Late check-out/early check-in may incur €35 or one night, depending on timing.
  • No refunds for early departures.

8. Breakfast

  • Served 07:15–09:30 in the common room.
  • Only included if rate specifies.
  • Allergies must be communicated the evening before.

9. House Rules

  • Quiet hours: 22:00–07:00.
  • No overnight visitors without permission.
  • Third-party use of accommodation is not allowed.

10. Facilities

  • Facilities are used at guests’ own risk.
  • Children <16 must be supervised.
  • Terrace: use permitted sunrise–sunset, respecting neighbors.

11. Safety & Environment

  • Keep accommodation clean and orderly.
  • Dispose of waste properly.
  • Towels/bed linen replaced on request for multi-day stays.
  • First aid kit and fire extinguishers available (see signage).
  • Report suspicious persons to the operator.
  • No smoking, open fire, or unauthorized pets (guide dogs allowed).
  • OYO Rooms: max. 2 persons. OYO Apartments: max. 3 persons.

12. Accessibility

  • Guests have access with the provided key or code.