The best hotels in Brussels are…subjective, really.
The Belgian capital has 200+ public squares which means you can find loads of Brussels hotels with those charming “European” views you see on IG (at the full range of price points, too).
The Grand-Place is undoubtedly the square to set your sights on so go on, but you’ll find other luxury hotels in Brussels that your black card will feel right at home in.
Backpackers, parents, solo travelers with a social personality, the city hasn’t forgotten about you or your needs, either. Let’s take a look at the best hotels in Brussels for romantic getaways, maiden Euro trips, and families who may or may not regret taking their children to a place overflowing with chocolate shops.
Image Location: Grand-Place, Brussels
Best Hotels in Brussels for First-Time Visitors
Easyhotel
‘Easy’ is in the name and Easyhotel is near the Grand-Place—doesn’t get any simpler than that. Easyhotel, owned by the very Easy company that provided you with cheap Easyjet plane tickets. Straightforward hotel rooms to fit your size and budget make it a great hotel for first-time visitors to Brussels. The 24-hour paid luggage storage is also clutch for exploring without dragging your bags around.
Latroupe Grand Place
Not sure where to stay to make sure you can see and do everything in the guidebook? Latroupe Grand Place is an ideal Brussels hotel for first time backpackers, solo travelers, or friends via shared dorms, group rooms, and private rooms. Latroupe is on a pedestrian street which winds right to Manneken Pis, Choco-Story Brussels, and the Grand-Place. Basically, Latroupe is where you want to be, how you want to stay, and what you want to pay.
Image Credit: Design HotelsTM. Image Location: The Dominican, Brussels (www.designhotels.com)
Best Hotels in Brussels for Couples
Vintage Hotel Brussels
An uptown locale. A boutique wine bar. Classically styled suites that elicit the oohs and aahs your partner loves. Vintage Hotel is a great hotel in Brussels for couples who would rather spend their time body to body with each other and not random tourists. This minimal room hotel tempts you to get farther away from shared walls by glamping in their on-site airstream. The ‘58 caravan is fully renovated with a comfortable shower and an even comfier bed so you can keep the airstream rocking long into the night.
The Dominican
The Dominican flat-out says on its website that it wants you to sleep with them so it’s naturally one of the best hotels in Brussels for couples. This building used to house a 15th century monastery, so you can’t blame them for being so forward after centuries of overnighter celibacy. Book the Loft suite, if not for the split-level room than for the view of the opera house. Sunday brunch will unwind your legs and coax you out of the king sized bed with honey braised pumpkin, vegetarian quiche, and all drinks included.
Image Location: Hotel Amigo, Brussels. © Rocco Forte Hotels 2023
Best Hotels in Brussels for Families with Kids
Hotel Amigo
More like Hotel Niño Amigo. Yes, it’s a five-star hotel, but if their naughty baby squirrel, Rene, is any indication, Hotel Amigo is one of the best hotels in Brussels for families with kids. Teens get a mocktail voucher to feel like the dope globetrotter they are. Kids get a special Rocco Forte passport, their own slippers/robe set, and free juice and cookies from the bar. Babies get teddies, cots, and loads more, all while parents get an exceptional five-star Belgian getaway.
Hotel Barsey by Warwick
Parents, don’t stick your kids in the “boring” city center. Stay at Hotel Barsey by Warwick and let them experience the kid-friendly side of Brussels. This family-friendly hotel in Brussels has a family room for three adults and three kids, though it’s our pick for its perfect proximity. A park and playground are directly across the street; the larger Tenbosch Park is walled and also steps away. The Children’s Museum of Brussels? You guessed it: a short stroller push away.
What’s the best way to get around Brussels from my hotel?
Brussels is lined with public transport like the metro, tram, and bus which are super convenient from almost any hotel you choose. If you’re going beyond Brussels, use Europe’s extensive and affordable train network to get across the continent with free WiFi, relaxed luggage restrictions, and lots of room to roam while you ride.
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Header Image Credit: Design HotelsTM. Image Location: The Dominican, Brussels (www.designhotels.com)