Rue Veydt 40, Ixelles, Belgium | (888) 551-4925
Bright, airy common areas in white and gray
Guest rooms are quiet and clean, some offering views of interior courtyard
High-end shopping of Avenue Louise a few blocks away
Free Wi-Fi
Business corner and meeting rooms available
Combination pool table room and reading room
Small snack area and bar with 20 different Belgian beers
A bit removed from city center
Small rooms according to many
Several steps lead to lobby and hotel elevator
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.
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Scene
Airy interior spaces reminiscent of a private home
Tasteful black, white, and gray decor -- whether
in the form of striped or flowered wallpaper, wicker or beanbag chairs, or
small whitewashed trinkets -- abound in the cozy common areas here, which harbor a
decidedly domestic feel inside this refurbished early 20th-century edifice. The
reception area has seating and a wood-burning stove as well as a selection of
drinks, wine, beer, and coffee. Multiple guests have commented that the vibe in
the common areas is like relaxing at the home of a friend. A white and
gray stairwell with brown carpeting leads up to other floors and the property elevator, while walls feature
inscribed signage giving directions to various in-house spaces.
Location
About 35 minutes by foot from the center of Brussels, in the neighborhood of Ixelles
Made in Louise is situated in the
outer-Brussels neighborhood of Ixelles, near the tram. There are a significant number
of restaurants and bars in the neighborhood surrounding the hotel, as well as
an express grocery and pharmacy within walking distance. An array of sights and
shopping destinations can be found on Avenue Louise, directly flanking the
property, while the Abbaye de la Cambre, a 15- to 20-minute tram ride
southeast, hosts the Belgian National Geographic Institute. The Grand Place, the city's central square, is a six-minute drive or half-hour walk. Made in Louise is
also about an hour and 15 minutes from Brussels Airport via public
transportation with two transfers, or a bit more than 20 minutes by car northeast.
Rooms
Stylish and minimalist decor, with a few quaint touches and splashes of color
Individually styled guest rooms are accented by rough-hewn wood bed frames, desks, and the
occasional decoration like handmade statuettes, with the overall look depending
on room categories. The smaller Cozy units have simpler decor and brightly-colored
wall accents while the larger Executive spaces feature white and blue floral wallpaper along with quaint furnishings. The in-between Comfort and Charming
rooms rely more on a serene gray and white decor that feels quietly
elegant. All
units have reading lamps, safes, hairdryers,
botanical toiletries available in pump bottles, rain showerheads, and large
bathrooms with white subway tiles and combination shower/full tubs. Some have
noted that initial pillow selections may be paltry, but the hotel will generally provide more upon request.
Features
Pleasant breakfast room along with access to billiards and Belgian beers
Made in
Louise’s breakfast often garners high marks from guests and is served in an
eating room with a glass ceiling and glass wall providing a courtyard view of
a lovely garden. The Made in Bar & Market offers a wide selection of
Belgian beers and is open until late evening. There are also a number of
pleasant, light-filled areas in the hotel where guests can sit and relax, including a room
with a pool table and loaner books. A couple of meeting rooms are on hand for business
travelers as well. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
