Backstage² Upkot

142 student rooms

Right in the heart of the student district 

Urban jungle

Monthly fixed costs

Welcome @ Backstage² Upkot

Hi! My name is Litze, coach at Backstage² Upkot, right in the heart of Ghent's student district. Once the printing house ‘Dagblad Vooruit’, now the second home of 142 students. Want a peek backstage? You curious little bean! Alright then: a panoramic rooftop, an urban jungle and 12 extra chill spots. How's that for a teaser?

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Location

Distance By foot By bike Public transport
UFO
0.01 km 1 min / /
UGent - Campus Tweekerken
0.50 km 7 min 2 min 5 min
UGent - Campus Aula
0.85 km 9 min 3 min /
UGent - Campus Aula
0.85 km 10 min 3 min 7 min
UGent - Campus Ledeganck
1.40 km 17 min 4 min 8 min

Room types

Whatever type of room you choose, a bed, a wardrobe, a desk, a sink, curtains and the unique Upkot atmosphere are always included!
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Uproom

    12 -16m2
  • Bed
  • Desk
  • Wardrobe
  • Wash basin
  • Shared showers
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared toilets
  • Curtains and lighting
Monthly rent
€ 549
Monthly cost*
€ 119

Fees for the 2026–2027 academic year.

*These costs are all-inclusive and not variable: electricity, heating, water and internet.

Uproom+

Uproom+ (toilet)

    15 -17m2
  • Bed
  • Desk
  • Wardrobe
  • Sink
  • Shared shower
  • Toilet
  • Shared kitchen
  • Curtains and lighting
Monthly rent
€ 599
Monthly cost*
€ 119

Fees for the 2026–2027 academic year.

*These costs are all-inclusive and not variable: electricity, heating, water and internet.

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Upcomfort

    18 -21m2
  • Shower and toilet
  • Bed
  • Desk
  • Wardrobe
  • Wash basin
  • Shared kitchen
  • Curtains and lighting
Monthly rent
€ 629
Monthly cost*
€ 119

Fees for the 2026–2027 academic year.

*These costs are all-inclusive and not variable: electricity, heating, water and internet.

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Upstudio (1p)

    22 -27m2
  • Bathroom and kitchen
  • Bed
  • Desk
  • Wardrobe
  • Curtains and lighting
Monthly rent
€ 759
Monthly cost*
€ 134

Fees for the 2026–2027 academic year.

*These costs are all-inclusive and not variable: electricity, heating, water and internet.

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Upstudio (2p)

    20 -38m2
  • Bathroom and kitchen
  • Double bed
  • Two desks
  • Two wardrobes
  • Curtains and lighting
Monthly rent
€ 819 - 869
Monthly cost*
€ 164

Fees for the 2026–2027 academic year.

*These costs are all-inclusive and not variable: electricity, heating, water and internet.

Extra facilities

Much more than only your room

Bike storage
Eat & Chillrooms
Garden
Laundry room
Terraces
Waste room
Wifi
Sustainable kot life

A future-proof room

Geothermal
Heat pump
Solar panels
Biodiverse city garden
Upcycling
Rainwater recovery

Availabilities

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2026-2027
Backstage² UpkotGhent
22 - 27m²
Bathroom and kitchen
Bed
Desk
€759 /month
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2026-2027
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12 - 16m²
Bed
Desk
Wardrobe
€549 /month
Litze - Upkot coach
Meet Litze

Your upkot coach

When Litze’s around, you’ll definitely hear her. Her loud laugh brings Upkotters together, from quiz nights to kitchen parties. A cure for study stress, or an extra push when practical issues pop up. Litze’s enthusiasm knows no limits. And neither do her dance moves. You’ve been warned.

Always something going on

Upkot community

Living together means creating everyday memories that last a lifetime. Spilling spaghetti and feeding the Upkot chickens. Silent disco in the kitchen. Pre-drinks and post-party hangovers. Laughing till you cry. Netflix & chill. The Big Upkot Party and a quick football match.

Welcome to our community.
 

Update event by Upkot for Valentine's Day.
Students at an Upkot prom night.
Students masked at an Upkot masquerade ball.
Students dancing at an Upkot party.
Students at an organised padel tournament by Upkot.
Upkot students at a football tournament organised by Upkot.
Spaghetti night as an activity at Upkot.
Upkot party van Upkot.
Foodbreak as a community activity at Upkot.
Padel cup as community activity for students of Upkot.
Questions? Answers!

Why choose Backstage² Upkot for student accommodation?

Backstage² Upkot is in the best location ever, right in the heart of Ghent’s student district, close to a range of restaurants, a supermarket, cosy cafés and even a Basic Fit gym right next door. In short, everything you need as a student is within easy reach. 

Backstage² Upkot features cosy kitchens and relaxation areas on every floor. There is also a secure bicycle storage area, a laundry room and even a green outdoor space with picnic benches. 

No, Backstage² Upkot doesn’t have a study area or, as we call it, a ‘study café’. However, it is within walking distance of several libraries, such as the Boekentoren or the Rozier, where students can study for free. You can also study together with other students in the shared kitchens.

The following campuses are within walking and/or cycling distance of Backstage² Upkot: 

  • UFO: 0.01km
  • UGent - Campus Tweekerken: 0.5km
  • Arteveldehogeschool - Campus Kantienberg: 0.85km
  • UGent - Campus Aula: 0.85km
  • UGent - Campus Ledeganck: 1.4km
     

Yes, definitely. Gent-Sint-Pieters station is just a 10-minute bike ride from Backstage² Upkot. You can also take various buses or trams from the Zuid (to Korenmarkt, for example), which is within walking distance of our Upkot building. 

The Upkot coach is responsible for the social activities organised in the building. Many public holidays are celebrated at Upkot, for example. Think of: a fun Christmas market, a visit from Sinterklaas, a welcome drink with all the students, etc. In addition, the coach also organises smaller, fun activities for the students throughout the year. Feel free to plan your own activities or organise something fun with your housemates.

 

Backstage² Upkot is home to 142 students. A lively, fun bunch guaranteed!