Brussels is the beautiful capital city of Belgium well known for tasty waffles, delicious beer, unique attractions such as Manneken Pis (the peeing boy statue) and of course the European Union headquarters.
Brussels attracts over 3 million visitors every year, peak times being the Flower Carpet in August and the Christmas Markets in December.
There are hundreds of hotels in Brussels so finding a top accomodation can sometimes be overwhelming so we’ve put together a list of the 20 best and boutique hotels in Brussels to take the pressure off your stay.
Real Quick : The best luxury hotel in Brussels city centre is the Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo, located in the real heart of the city just near the Grand Market Place. The best boutique hotel can be considered Harmon House, located in the Saint-Gilles district not far from Avenue Louise. Read on below.
Our Recommended Hotels in Brussels City Center
- Best 5 Star Hotel in Brussels
Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo - Best 4 Star Hotel in Brussels
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre - Best Value 3 Star Hotel in Brussels
Motel One Brussels - Best Bed & Breakfast in Brussels
Art de Sejour – B&B
What are the Best Hotels in Brussels?
1. Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo ★★★★★ (Near Grand Place)
Grand Place, 1 min. from Rocco Forte Hotel
2. Sofitel Brussels Europe ★★★★★ (European Quarter)
European Quarter
3. NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon ★★★★ (Top)
Square du Petit Sablon, 3 min. from NH Collection Hotel
4. Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU ★★★★ (Top)
Square Marie-Louise, 6 min. from Courtyard by Marriott
5. Hotel Hubert Grand Place ★★★★ (Very Popular)
Grand Place, 5 min. from Hotel Hubert
6. Thon Hotel EU ★★★★ (European District)
European Quarter
7. The Hotel Brussels ★★★★ (Top)
8. Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre ★★★★ (Top)
Mont des Arts, 5 min. from Pillows City Hotel
9. The Dominican, Brussels, a Member of Design Hotels ★★★★ (Near Grand Place)
Grand Place, 5 min. from The Dominican
10. Hotel Le Châtelain ★★★★★ (Luxury)
11. Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher’s ★★★★★ (Luxury)
12. Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie ★★★★ (Avenue Louise)
13. Warwick Brussels – Grand Place ★★★★★ (Popular Hotel Near Grand Place)
Grand Place, 3 min. from Warwick Brussels
14. Motel One Brussels ★★★ (Affordable)
Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert, 3 min. from Motel One
15. Aloft Brussels Schuman ★★★ (Great Value)
Jubelpark and the Cinquantenaire Museum, 7 min. from Aloft Hotel
What are the 5 Best Boutique Hotels in Brussels ?
1. Harmon House ★★★★ (Top)
2. Hotel Made In Louise ★★★ (Top)
3. Hotel Agora Brussels Grand Place ★★★ (Affordable)
4. Hotel Le Dixseptième ★★★★ (Top)
5. numa l Lief ★★★★ (Top)
Brussels City Centre
Brussels, which is located in the center of Belgium, is easily reached from all areas of Europe and further afar. The official languages in Brussels are French and Flemish, however visitors can easily get around by speaking English, German. Visitors should please note the street signs can be in either language so navigating may get tricky at times.
The city centre of Brussels is bustling hub of tourists, locals and business people. There are a number of exciting attractions and museums. Amongst the recommended must sees are the Manneken Pis, Comic Book Strip Museum (home of Tin Tin) and the Natural History Museum where is is possible to see fully reconstructed real-life dinosaur skeletons. It is easy to navigate the city center by using public transport like the Brussels Metro. Tickets can be purchased in the stations or in local kiosks. And what would a trip to Brussels be without sampling some delicious Belgian beer? Beer lovers should definitely check out Dilerium Bar, a fascinating basement bar that proudly stocks over 2500 beers at a time. For chocolate enthusiasts there are many chocolate shops, tours and workshops that can be found within the city center of Brussels. For those looking to get a quick taste of all that Brussels has to offer, Brussels city center is served by the hop-on hop-off tour bus company that covers all major attractions at ones ownone’s own pace.
Best Hotels in Brussels City Centre
- Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo
- Hotel Made In Louise – Boutique Hotel
- FunKey Hotel – Affordable
- Motel One Brussels – Affordable
What are the Best Hotels near Brussels Grand Place?

Grand Market Square and the surrounding neighbourhood are a stunning representation of Belgian architecture. Grand Market Square is considered one of the most beautiful squares in Europe and has been a UNESCO world heritage site since 1998. The square features the Town Hall, Kings House and the museum of the City of Brussels. The most famous event hosted in the town square is the Flower Carpet which takes place every two years in August. For a few days a million beautiful begonias are set up and displayed in the middle of the square. This tradition started in 1971. During the winter, the Grand Market Square is home to joyous and traditional Christmas Markets selling gifts, Christmas decorations, hot wine and culinary delights. The Grand Market Square is always an enjoyable visit regardless of the time of year.
Top Hotels on Brussels Grand Place Square
- Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo – Luxury
- Résidence Le Quinze Grand Place Brussels – Affordable
- 2GO4 Quality Hostel Brussels Grand Place – Cheap Hostel
What are the Top Hotels on Avenue Louise?
Avenue Louise is a major thouroughfare in Brussels stretching for over 2,5 kilometers. If is considered the most exclusive and expensive retail streets in Belgium. There are many boutiques, top rated designer stores, high end restaurants and luxury hotels to be found on the Avenue Louise. The Avenue Louise is served by buses and the Brussels Metro. Not just about consumerism, the Avenue Louise also features a huge amount of embassies and landmarks. The Avenue Louise has a interesting history and role in the Nazi Occupation of Belgium in World War 2, so history enthusiasts can also find their feet here. The Avenue Louise offers something for every type of tourist and local and is often compared to the Champs-Élysées in Paris and is every bit as glamourous.
Finest Hotels near Avenue Louise
- Hotel Le Châtelain – Luxury
- Hotel Agenda Louise – Affordable
- Hotel Odette en Ville – Boutique Hotel