The 149-room Radisson Red Brussels is a funky upscale property situated near the European Parliament and close to public transportation. As part of Radisson's newer Red brand, it features ultra-modern, hip design with colorful comics and art throughout. The lobby and events spaces are open and designed to be interactive and social. Rooms feature bright details like red-and-black graphics, with high-tech features such as smartphone apps, multiple USB ports, and streaming wireless services for easy connectivity. The restaurant and bar are open all day, and there's a small fitness center with a sauna. Travelers looking for something more conservative in this area could check out the Renaissance Brussels Hotel, which has an indoor swimming pool.
The 149-room Radisson Red Brussels is a funky upscale property situated near the European Parliament and close to public transportation. As part of Radisson's newer Red brand, it features ultra-modern, hip design with colorful comics and art throughout. The lobby and events spaces are open and designed to be interactive and social. Rooms feature bright details like red-and-black graphics, with high-tech features such as smartphone apps, multiple USB ports, and streaming wireless services for easy connectivity. The restaurant and bar are open all day, and there's a small fitness center with a sauna. Travelers looking for something more conservative in this area could check out the Renaissance Brussels Hotel, which has an indoor swimming pool.
From the mid-1930s until 2010, Le Berger operated as a "rendez-vous" hotel -- a meeting place for lovers. In 2012, it was renovated into a conventional mid-range hotel, but it retained much of its original romantic style, adding a second building in 2013. Most of the hotel's 66 rooms are small -- some even tiny -- and there are no desks, mini-fridges, or coffeemakers, and storage space is scarce. But but they're charming all the same, with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a nice Italian restaurant, an outdoor terrace, a bar, and a daily breakfast buffet (for a fee). And the location is a 15- to 20-minute walk to most tourist sights. Travelers seeking a romantic hotel could also consider Made in Louise, an airier spot but without the same historic charm.
From the mid-1930s until 2010, Le Berger operated as a "rendez-vous" hotel -- a meeting place for lovers. In 2012, it was renovated into a conventional mid-range hotel, but it retained much of its original romantic style, adding a second building in 2013. Most of the hotel's 66 rooms are small -- some even tiny -- and there are no desks, mini-fridges, or coffeemakers, and storage space is scarce. But but they're charming all the same, with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a nice Italian restaurant, an outdoor terrace, a bar, and a daily breakfast buffet (for a fee). And the location is a 15- to 20-minute walk to most tourist sights. Travelers seeking a romantic hotel could also consider Made in Louise, an airier spot but without the same historic charm.
The Renaissance Brussels Hotel is an upscale, 262-room business-oriented property set in the center of the city's European Quarter -- with easy access to all the European Union institutions. Rooms are modern and chain-like, though there's a fee for in-room Wi-Fi and the lack of stocked minibars is a shortcoming. A heated indoor pool is a real bonus and drivers will find on-site parking particularly useful in this part of town. All in all, it's a solid option for those with business in the area, though for a little more character compare with the nearby Stanhope Hotel or Made in Louise. Leisure travelers may find the location a bit too far from tourist sights such as The Grand Place.
The Renaissance Brussels Hotel is an upscale, 262-room business-oriented property set in the center of the city's European Quarter -- with easy access to all the European Union institutions. Rooms are modern and chain-like, though there's a fee for in-room Wi-Fi and the lack of stocked minibars is a shortcoming. A heated indoor pool is a real bonus and drivers will find on-site parking particularly useful in this part of town. All in all, it's a solid option for those with business in the area, though for a little more character compare with the nearby Stanhope Hotel or Made in Louise. Leisure travelers may find the location a bit too far from tourist sights such as The Grand Place.
This charming hotel has a cozy bed-and-breakfast vibe. The 111 rooms include suites and apartments in various sizes for singles, families, and business guests. They are simple and functional in design with a muted color scheme of white and taupe, while some suites are decorated with cottage-like accents such as plaid furniture and four-poster beds. The hotel is located in Ixelles and near the European Quarter, within a 15-minute walk of many sights; comparable hotels right in the center tend to be only slightly more expensive. There are multiple restaurants including the breakfast room, solarium, and Leopold Bar; room service is available. Just note that some rooms experience street noise, and Standard Rooms are tiny.
This charming hotel has a cozy bed-and-breakfast vibe. The 111 rooms include suites and apartments in various sizes for singles, families, and business guests. They are simple and functional in design with a muted color scheme of white and taupe, while some suites are decorated with cottage-like accents such as plaid furniture and four-poster beds. The hotel is located in Ixelles and near the European Quarter, within a 15-minute walk of many sights; comparable hotels right in the center tend to be only slightly more expensive. There are multiple restaurants including the breakfast room, solarium, and Leopold Bar; room service is available. Just note that some rooms experience street noise, and Standard Rooms are tiny.
Located on a chic avenue in the Euro-centric Ixelles neighborhood, this modern 142-room, four-pearl property maintains the high standards guests expect from the Thon brand, a small but well-respected Norwegian-based chain. During the week, the hotel fills with business travelers, many of whom take advantage of its high-tech meeting facilities. Yet vacationers are also drawn by reasonable rates, a convenient address, and stylish, surprisingly large rooms. On-site perks like a fine bistro-style restaurant and fitness center with sauna help seal the deal. Those preferring a historic setting should try the luxe Stanhope, a nearby sister hotel.
Located on a chic avenue in the Euro-centric Ixelles neighborhood, this modern 142-room, four-pearl property maintains the high standards guests expect from the Thon brand, a small but well-respected Norwegian-based chain. During the week, the hotel fills with business travelers, many of whom take advantage of its high-tech meeting facilities. Yet vacationers are also drawn by reasonable rates, a convenient address, and stylish, surprisingly large rooms. On-site perks like a fine bistro-style restaurant and fitness center with sauna help seal the deal. Those preferring a historic setting should try the luxe Stanhope, a nearby sister hotel.
The 48 guest rooms in this early 20th-century building built around a spiral staircase are individually decorated with tasteful, modern decor consisting of gray-and-white palettes or splashes of color with contemporary textiles. The boutique, family-run hotel is situated in a southern neighborhood on the outskirts of Brussels, some distance from the center of town. Most visitors say that the rooms are clean and beds comfortable, with some complaints about the small size of certain units and the removed location of the property.
The 48 guest rooms in this early 20th-century building built around a spiral staircase are individually decorated with tasteful, modern decor consisting of gray-and-white palettes or splashes of color with contemporary textiles. The boutique, family-run hotel is situated in a southern neighborhood on the outskirts of Brussels, some distance from the center of town. Most visitors say that the rooms are clean and beds comfortable, with some complaints about the small size of certain units and the removed location of the property.
The lower-middle-range Floris Ustel Midi, housed in four renovated Art Nouveau buildings near the Midi train station, covers the basics. Its 114 rooms are modern if a bit utilitarian-looking, but not all have air-conditioning, and some show wear and tear. Larger rooms include mini-fridges. A breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, and gluten-free options are available for an extra fee. A relaxation lounge packs in iMacs, an Xbox, a pool table, and a reading corner, and a lovely outdoor patio beckons in the warmer months. The location is a little off the standard tourist track in a neighborhood that can feel a little gritty -- some guests have reported feeling uncomfortable walking around there. Travelers could consider Motel One, which has a hip design, lobby bar, and a location that’s closer to the Grand Place and Central Station.
The lower-middle-range Floris Ustel Midi, housed in four renovated Art Nouveau buildings near the Midi train station, covers the basics. Its 114 rooms are modern if a bit utilitarian-looking, but not all have air-conditioning, and some show wear and tear. Larger rooms include mini-fridges. A breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, and gluten-free options are available for an extra fee. A relaxation lounge packs in iMacs, an Xbox, a pool table, and a reading corner, and a lovely outdoor patio beckons in the warmer months. The location is a little off the standard tourist track in a neighborhood that can feel a little gritty -- some guests have reported feeling uncomfortable walking around there. Travelers could consider Motel One, which has a hip design, lobby bar, and a location that’s closer to the Grand Place and Central Station.
This hip, upscale hotel with 60 rooms is a 10-minute walk from the Midi train station, in a mixed-use neighborhood consisting of hotels, cafes, and businesses. Its aesthetic calls to mind a nightclub; the common areas, hallways, and rooms have shiny black surfaces, avant-garde artwork, low lighting, and metallic accents on lamps, bars, and walls. Generally the rooms get high marks for bed comfort and cleanliness, though there have been complaints about street noise. A few visitors have also noted that the surrounding area can feel deserted at night.
This hip, upscale hotel with 60 rooms is a 10-minute walk from the Midi train station, in a mixed-use neighborhood consisting of hotels, cafes, and businesses. Its aesthetic calls to mind a nightclub; the common areas, hallways, and rooms have shiny black surfaces, avant-garde artwork, low lighting, and metallic accents on lamps, bars, and walls. Generally the rooms get high marks for bed comfort and cleanliness, though there have been complaints about street noise. A few visitors have also noted that the surrounding area can feel deserted at night.
Hotel Housing is a mid-range property offering affordable rates and plenty of free perks. The 12 guest rooms, suites, and apartments are spacious and homey, with full kitchens and living rooms in the apartments and suite units. Rooms only offer flat-screen TVs, however their bathrooms are sleek and modern. The hotel is overflowing with freebies including a daily breakfast buffet, on-site parking, kitchen with snacks and drinks, laundry service, Wi-Fi, and bike rentals. The only drawback for some may be the location, which isn’t within walking distance of the city center. Marivaux Hotel might be a good alternative for those who want to be close to the city center, plus it offers more features like a restaurant, gym, and meeting rooms.
Hotel Housing is a mid-range property offering affordable rates and plenty of free perks. The 12 guest rooms, suites, and apartments are spacious and homey, with full kitchens and living rooms in the apartments and suite units. Rooms only offer flat-screen TVs, however their bathrooms are sleek and modern. The hotel is overflowing with freebies including a daily breakfast buffet, on-site parking, kitchen with snacks and drinks, laundry service, Wi-Fi, and bike rentals. The only drawback for some may be the location, which isn’t within walking distance of the city center. Marivaux Hotel might be a good alternative for those who want to be close to the city center, plus it offers more features like a restaurant, gym, and meeting rooms.
Martin's Patershof is a historic neo-Gothic church converted into a scenic upper-middle-range hotel. The 79 rooms range from suites with vaulted ceilings and stained-glass windows to cozy chambers with fewer architectural flourishes. Its central location is great for tourists who want to stroll to the historic sites of Mechelen. A breakfast room set around the church's alter serves a full buffet (for a fee) and the lobby bar serves Belgan beers, but there's no full restaurant. Rental bikes, free Wi-Fi, meeting spaces, and room service are also on offer.
Martin's Patershof is a historic neo-Gothic church converted into a scenic upper-middle-range hotel. The 79 rooms range from suites with vaulted ceilings and stained-glass windows to cozy chambers with fewer architectural flourishes. Its central location is great for tourists who want to stroll to the historic sites of Mechelen. A breakfast room set around the church's alter serves a full buffet (for a fee) and the lobby bar serves Belgan beers, but there's no full restaurant. Rental bikes, free Wi-Fi, meeting spaces, and room service are also on offer.