GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

On this page, you will find the general terms and conditions applicable to the use of our website and to stays at our hotels. These terms and conditions have been established to ensure clear agreements and to guarantee a pleasant, proper, and transparent stay for all our guests. By using our website or by making a reservation, you agree to these terms and conditions.

Article 1 – Definitions

1.1 Hotel
The natural or legal person providing hotel and hospitality services under the name Rastelli Hospitality Group, operating under the brand names Hof van Aragon and Villa Monte.

1.2 Hotel Services
The provision of accommodation, breakfast, facilities, and additional hotel services, in the broadest sense of the word.

1.3 Client
The natural or legal person who enters into a hotel agreement with the hotel.

1.4 Guest
The natural person to whom the hotel services are provided.

1.5 Hotel Agreement / Reservation
The agreement under which the hotel provides hotel services for payment.

1.6 Reservation Value
The total value of the reservation including VAT and any tourist tax.

1.7 No-show
The non-appearance of the guest without prior valid cancellation.

Article 2 – Applicability

2.1 These general terms and conditions apply to all hotel reservations, offers, and agreements.

Other terms and conditions are expressly excluded.

2.2 Deviations are only valid if confirmed in writing by the hotel.

Article 3 – Formation of the Agreement

3.1 A hotel agreement is concluded as soon as the reservation has been confirmed by the hotel.

3.2 The hotel reserves the right to refuse a reservation, unless this conflicts with mandatory law.

3.3 Reservations made through third parties or intermediaries remain fully payable by the client; the client and any intermediary are jointly and severally liable.

Article 4 – Check-in and Check-out

4.1 Check-in from 3:00 PM, check-out no later than 11:00 AM, unless otherwise agreed.

4.2 If the guest arrives later than midnight, this must be reported in advance.

4.3 In case of non-arrival without notification before 6:00 PM, the hotel may release the room, without prejudice to the right to charge cancellation fees.

Article 5 – Cancellation and No-show

5.1 Standard Rates

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the day of arrival (local time), unless otherwise stated.

  • Cancellation within 24 hours before arrival: 100% of the reservation is due.

  • No-show: 100% of the reservation is due.

5.2 Non-refundable Rates

  • For non-refundable rates, 100% of the reservation value is immediately and definitively due upon booking.

  • Cancellation, modification, or no-show does not entitle to a refund.

5.3 Modifications

Changes to date, duration, or room type are subject to availability and may incur price changes or additional costs.

5.4 Group Reservation Cancellation Policy

For group reservations of 3 rooms or more, the following cancellation conditions apply, regardless of the booked rate:

  • More than 21 days before arrival: €25 administration fee per room

  • 21 to 8 days before arrival: 50% of the reservation value

  • 7 to 0 days before arrival or no-show: 100% of the reservation value

These conditions supersede the standard cancellation conditions for individual guests for group reservations.

Article 6 – Payment, Security Deposit and Payment Card

6.1 At the time of booking or check-in, the Guest may be required to provide a valid payment card (credit card or, where supported, debit card) as a guarantee.

6.2 The Hotel is entitled to pre-authorise and/or charge the payment card for any amounts arising from the reservation or the stay, to the extent permitted by law and in accordance with the rules of the relevant card scheme and payment service provider.

6.3 The payment card may, among other things, be charged for:

  • accommodation charges;
  • cancellation and no-show charges;
  • consumption charges and additional services incurred during the stay;
  • outstanding invoices;
  • damage to the accommodation or its furnishings and equipment;
  • missing items;
  • exceptional cleaning or repair costs;
  • other amounts contractually due in connection with the reservation or the stay.

6.4 If a third party (such as an employer, client, or travel agency) is designated as the payer, the Guest shall remain jointly and severally liable for all amounts due until the Hotel has received full payment. If the third party fails to pay, the Hotel shall be entitled to charge the outstanding balance to the payment card provided in accordance with this Article.

6.5 By providing a payment card as a guarantee, the Guest agrees that the Hotel may retain the payment card details or a secure payment token for as long as necessary to perform the agreement, settle any outstanding amounts, or comply with applicable legal obligations, in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws.

6.6 If a valid payment card cannot be provided, the Hotel reserves the right to refuse the reservation or require full payment in advance.

Article 7 – Stay and House Rules

7.1 The guest undertakes to:

  • use the hotel room and common areas carefully

  • comply with the house rules and reasonable instructions from the hotel

7.2 Smoking is prohibited in rooms and indoor areas. Violation may lead to additional cleaning costs.

Article 8 – Pets (Dogs)

8.1 Admission

Dogs are only permitted with prior consent from the hotel. Other pets are not allowed.

8.2 Surcharge

A surcharge per night per dog will be charged for each dog. The applicable rate will be communicated upon reservation.

8.3 Behavior and Supervision

  • Dogs must always be kept on a leash in all common areas.

  • Dogs may not be left alone in the room without permission.

  • Nuisance or aggressive behavior is not permitted.

8.4 Restricted Areas

Dogs are not allowed in the breakfast area, dining and beverage areas, and other collective facilities, with the exception of legally recognized assistance or guide dogs.

8.5 Liability

The guest is fully liable for damage, nuisance, or extra cleaning caused by the dog.

8.6 Refusal

In case of non-compliance, the hotel may refuse entry or terminate the stay without refund.

Article 9 – Liability

9.1 The hotel is only liable for damage that is the direct result of intent or gross negligence on the part of the hotel.

9.2 The hotel is not liable for damage to vehicles or personal belongings of guests, except where mandatory law applies.

9.3 The guest is jointly and severally liable for all damage caused by themselves, fellow travelers, visitors, or pets.

Article 10 – Force Majeure

10.1 In case of force majeure (unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances), the hotel is not liable for non-fulfillment of obligations.

10.2 The party invoking force majeure shall inform the other party as soon as possible.

Article 11 – Lost and Found

11.1 Lost and found items are kept for a maximum of 30 days.

11.2 Shipping is solely at the risk and expense of the guest; the hotel is not obliged to do so.

Article 12 – Applicable Law and Disputes

12.1 Belgian law applies to all hotel agreements.

12.2 Only the competent court of the hotel’s place of business has jurisdiction, unless mandatory law dictates otherwise.

12.3 Claims expire 1 year after their occurrence.

Concluding Provision

If one provision proves to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain fully in force. The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely approximates its purpose.

Definitions

In these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions shall apply:

– “We”, “us” or “HOF OF ARAGON”: Rastelli Hospitality Group BV, a legal person under Belgian law, having its registered office at Aragonstraat 6, 2500 LIER, registered in the

Commercial Register under number BE0417963694.

– “Buyer” or “Customer”: Any natural or legal person who places an order with Rastelli Hospitality Group BV, excluding those who book a hotel stay (see General Hotel Terms & Conditions).

“Order” means an order transmitted to us for the provision of services, goods, catering or use of our banquet halls.

Article 1. Applicability of the General Conditions.

1.1. The signing of the purchase order or quotation constitutes acceptance of these General Terms and Conditions, including their receipt and perusal. The General Terms and Conditions take precedence over any purchase conditions of the client.

1.2. Upon signing the order form, each party gives permission to Rastelli Hospitality Group BV to process personal data in the context of the organization of the event and settlement. This data will be processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The privacy statement is available at

https://hofvanaragon.be/privacybeleid.

Article 2. Reservations, Advances and Payment

2.1. Quotes and Advances

Quotes are indicative and only binding after the order form is signed by both parties and payment of the first advance of 40% of the estimated total price. In case of non-payment, the advance payment may be increased to 90% of the estimated total price. If the client fails to fulfill its payment obligations, Rastelli Hospitality Group BV reserves the right to unilaterally break the agreement and release the date. The client will in that case owe compensation of at least 30% of the estimated total price.

2.2. Manifest Incapacity

Hof van Aragon BV may terminate the agreement without prior notice of default in the event of the Customer’s apparent insolvency, unless the Customer pays 100% of the order confirmation in advance.

2.3. Joint and several liability

Clients are jointly and severally liable for the total payment. Split invoices or partial payments do not release either party from their joint and several liability.

2.4. Payment Terms and Cash Payments

Invoices are payable in cash without discount. Cash payments are accepted only up to the legal maximum.

2.5. Default

Default interest and liquidated damages are due in the event of default:

– Entrepreneurs: Statutory interest rate in commercial cases and liquidated damages of 12% of the unpaid amount (€125 min., €2,500 max.).

– Consumers: After a first, free of charge reminder, in accordance with Book XIX of the Economic Law Code.

2.6. Billing at Firm

Billing on a firm must be communicated in writing at least one week before the event. Subsequent changes will incur an administration fee of €75 per invoice.

2.7. Complaints and Invoice Protest

Acceptance of services and goods constitutes acceptance of the invoice. Complaints will only be accepted on the day of the event. Invoice protests must be made in writing within eight days of invoice date.

2.8. Price adjustments

Prices are based on the menu book at the time of quotation. They may be indexed according to the consumer price index.

Article 3. Number of Persons and Changes.

3.1. Number of Persons

Changes in the number of persons must be made in writing and no later than 7 calendar days before the event. From then on, the last transmitted number will be the minimum.

3.2. Non-emerging Persons

Non-attendees will be billed.

3.3. Table Planning

The table schedule must be remitted no later than 7 days prior to the event.

3.4. Additional Guests

Rastelli Hospitality Group BV is not responsible for shortages of food, beverages, equipment or staff in case of more guests than passed on. Additional guests will be charged proportionately.

Article 4. Cancellations

4.1. Cancellation terms

Cancellations must be made in writing. The day of receipt determines the cancellation fee:

– More than 1 month before the event: you are not entitled to a refund, but retain the value of the deposit. You can spend it at a later time at Rastelli Hospitality Group BV.

– Less than 1 month: 50% of the quotation

– Less than 7 days: 100% of the quotation

4.2. Compensation for Actual Loss

Reimbursements may be increased to the actual loss and lost profits upon proof.

4.3. Force majeure

Force majeure (fire, storm, etc.) releases Rastelli Hospitality Group BV from liability. In case of temporary force majeure, the event will be moved to a later date by mutual agreement.

Article 5. General Rules during Events

5.1. Own Consumptions

Own consumption is allowed only with written permission. If violated, a fee will be charged.

5.2. Changes to the Hall

Changes to the hall are possible only with written permission.

5.3. Abandoned Materials

Rastelli Hospitality Group BV is not responsible for materials left behind. These will be kept for one month.

5.4. Additional Work Hours

Any additional labor not part of the order will be charged.

5.5. Time overrun

Exceeding the time schedule due to speeches, skits, etc., will result in additional service hours.

5.6. Forbidden Materials

Self-brought fireworks, fire sticks or confetti are prohibited.

5.7. Liability for Damages

The client is liable for damage to the building or property by him or his guests.

5.8. Noise standards

Noise standards must be adhered to. Fines are the responsibility of the client or outside parties.

Article 6. Disputes

Disputes fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Antwerp, Mechelen Division.

Privacy Policy and Collection of Personal Data.

Rastelli Hospitality Group BV values the privacy of its customers and undertakes to collect and process personal data in a lawful, honest and transparent manner.

Personal data is collected only for specific, clear and legitimate purposes, and is not further processed in a manner incompatible with those purposes.

We collect and process personal data exclusively for the performance of our services, including the organization of events in our banquet halls. The data collected is not shared with third parties, unless it is necessary for the performance of our services or required by laws and regulations.

The security of personal data is of great importance to us. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, theft or alteration.

Customers have the right to access, correct, delete or transfer their personal data. Requests regarding personal data can be sent to info@rastelligroep.be

1. Conditions

By visiting this website via https://hofvanaragon.be, you agree to these terms of use, all applicable laws and regulations, and acknowledge that you are responsible for compliance with any local laws.

If you do not agree with one or more of these terms, you are not permitted to use or access this website.

The materials contained on this website are protected by applicable copyright and trademark law.


2. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily download one copy of the materials (information or software) available on the Hof van Aragon website for personal, non-commercial, and temporary viewing only. This constitutes the grant of a licence, not a transfer of ownership.

Under this license, you may not:

  • modify or copy the materials;

  • use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display (commercial or non-commercial);

  • attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the website;

  • remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials;

  • transfer the materials to another person or “mirror” the materials on any other server.

This licence shall automatically terminate if you breach any of these restrictions and may be revoked by Hof van Aragon at any time.

Upon the termination of this license, you must destroy any downloaded materials in your possession whether in electronic or printed format.


3. Disclaimer

The materials on the Hof van Aragon website are provided “as is”.

Hof van Aragon makes no express or implied warranties and hereby disclaims all other warranties, including, without limitation, any implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other rights.

Furthermore, Hof van Aragon does not warrant or make any representations regarding the accuracy, expected results, or reliability of the use of the materials on its website or on any websites linked to from its website.


4. Limitations of Liability

In no event shall Hof van Aragon or its suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use of, or inability to use, the materials on this website, even if Hof van Aragon or an authorised representative has been advised, orally or in writing, of the possibility of such damages.

Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on implied warranties, or limitations of liability for consequential or incidental damages, these limitations may not apply to you.


5. Accuracy of Materials

The materials on the Hof van Aragon website may contain technical, typographical, or photographic errors.

Hof van Aragon does not warrant that the materials on its website are accurate, complete, or up to date.

Hof van Aragon may make changes to the materials on its website at any time without prior notice but undertakes no obligation to update such materials.


6. Left

Hof van Aragon has not reviewed all websites linked to this website and is not responsible for the content of any such linked websites.

The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement of the linked website by Hof van Aragon.

Use of any such linked website is at the user’s own risk.


7. Modifications

Hof van Aragon reserves the right to amend these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice.

By using this website, you are agreeing to be bound by the then current version of these terms of use.


8. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Lier, Antwerp, and Flanders, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that State or location.

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