Hotel Metropole
Built in 1895, the luxurious 5-star Hotel Metropole is located steps from the Grand Place. The lobby was designed as a monument to the palaces of the French Renaissance, with sweeping marble staircases, crystal chandeliers, stained glass, and wrought iron furnishings. The 283 rooms follow this decorative theme, with French belle epoque and art deco furnishings. Each room contains Wi-Fi, satellite TV, mini bar, and 24-hour room service. The Hotel Metropole also has fitness facilities, and a 24-hour concierge to arrange outdoor activities and tours. Situated 1 mile west from the hotel is the Parc de Bruxelles, a great place for a run or bike ride.
N.V. Hotel Metropole
S.A.
31, place de Brouckère
B-1000 Brussels, Belgium
+32 (0)2 217 23 00
metropolehotel.com
Floris Arlequin Grand'Place
Located on a cobblestone side street, off of the Grand Place, the Floris Arlequin Grand Place is a comfortable, contemporary hotel. Each of the 93 rooms focuses on comfort with overstuffed duvets, the hotel's trademarked "spoiling pillows," so soft that you won't want to get out of bed, and large rooms with sitting areas. The staff provides complimentary maps of Brussels to guests, and will work with you in planning outdoor excursions. A fitness room is available at all times free of charge.
Floris Arlequin Grand'Place
77 Boulevard Poincaré,
1070 Brussels, Belgium
+ 32 (0)2 520 60 53
florishotels.com/Floris_Arlequin_GrandPlace_Brussels
Hotel La Madeleine
The Hotel La Madeleine is a budget hotel, located steps from the Grand Place. The 52 cozy rooms are decorated in clean, white bed linens with large velvet curtained windows. Not all rooms have private bathrooms; therefore, if this is an issue, request a private bath when booking your reservation. Noted for its friendly reputation, the staff will gladly recommend favorite parks for running and picnics, reasonable local restaurants, and book rental car and train reservations to other cities in Belgium for you. Pets are welcome. A quick jog south of the Hotel La Madeleine is largest park in Brussels, the Bois de la Cambre, a favorite with runners and cyclists.
Hotel de la Madeleine
Rue de la montagne 22,
Brussels, Belgium
+32 (0)2 513 29 73
hoteldelamadeleine.com