Bruges is not one of the most popular destinations for most travelers and, perhaps, that is why you haven't received many suggestions in response to your request. I've never been there myself, but you might get some helpful advice by visiting the city's official website, which is: http://www.brugge.be/internet/en/index.htm

For your hotel, one of the best options in Bruges is the Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce. It's an exquisitely charming and relaxed boutique hotel in a great location. Their excruciatingly slow virtual tour on their website shows nearly every room in the hotel. Well worth a look. http://www.relaisbourgondischcruyce.be/

As for dining, I highly recommend making a reservation far in advance at De Karmeliet. It's one of the top restaurants in Belgium and is delightful with an excellent wine list. It holds 3 Michelin stars, (which is really the equivalent of one or two stars in Paris, in my opinion). Still, very good. http://www.dekarmeliet.be/

If you can't get in there, I also recommend Den Gouden Harynck
http://www.goudenharynck.be/

Even if you only do one of the above, you'll have a wonderful time there. Very quaint and relaxing place to spend time.

I didn't realize it when I recommended it to you, but it seems that the Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce was used as one of the sets in the new Colin Farrel/Ralph Fiennes movie, "In Bruges".

I'm not sure if the movie is any good, but it certainly gives you an up-close and personal view inside the hotel as well as the city of Bruges.

Even the trailer for the movie shows a few scenes inside the hotel.

I have a feeling that the Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce is about to become a lot more popular once the movie comes out!

Hotel de Orangerie is a beautiful place. Interiors by Pieter Porters...fabulous rooms (but stay away from canal, a bit noisey)

Bruges was a very pleasant surprise! Walking across the small bridges at night with the lights glowing was a beautiful sight. We stayed at a lovely little place called The Swan. We were put across the canal in one of their new rooms which was charming. Begijnhof is worth a visit and the park, with flocks of white swan, was worth the vist. Enjoy! Also, we felt the restaurant De Kramelist was overrated.

If you are a beer connisseur, Bruges (and Belgium in general) is your place - the complex brews created by the Trappists are especially noteworthy, and Rochefort is my personal favorite. You should definitely try a few, though, and make your mind yourself. Oud Vlissinghe is a charming little pub that dates back to the 1500s, and you can samples lots of local favorites.

Bruges is beautiful town - you will have a great time.