Brussels accommodation
Hotels and accommodation in Brussels
Brussels is not only the capital but the heart and centre of the country. It is one of the largest and most beautiful cities in Europe and is no surprise that it was chosen to be the political centre for the headquarters of much of the European Union's institutions, as well as the political seat of NATO, the Western European Union (WEU) and other European organisations. Today, it is considered the de facto capital of Europe. Brussels architectural jewel is the
Grand Place with its lovely 17th century buildings and 15th century Town Hall. Nearby is the well known little statue of Manneken Pis, the most popular citizen of Brussels. The collegiate church of SS Michel and Gudule (Gothic) with its 16th century stained glass windows, the church of Our Lady of the Sablon (late Gothic) are magnificent monuments to be visited. Other points of interest are the House of Erasmus in Anderlecht, the 17th century Cambre Abbey, the Royal Palace and Park, Parliament Buildings, the Archway of the Cinquantenaire and the 19th century Palais de Justice. The Battle of Waterloo, with its painted panorama of the famous battle and the Napoleonic relics, is a short distance from the capital, as is the castle of Gasbeek, which belonged to the Count
d'Egmont.
The
Hotel Metropole located very near to the center of Brussels a few meters away from the Grand Place
. The Hotel has all the modern facilities like lifts,
air condition, newspapers and magazines,24 hours service ,internet access ,car
hire ,conference room ,valet service and more. From the Hotel Metropole you can
start your sightseeing tour in Brussels.
Hotel
Belmont has very attractive prices starting from only 75 Euro.If you
travel to Brussels for business or as a tourist the hotel Belmont is ideal
.Located in the center of the city and provides a lot of amenities like
restaurant and city tours ,internet access ,air condition as well with many other services.
The
Potiniere hotel is ideal for business travelers very cheap prices starting
from 65 euro and easy access to all places in Brussels due to its position
direct at the front of the station.
Alternative accommodation near Brussels
Bekersveld farm house lodging B&B
If
you're looking for a different type of accommodation in the country side
near Brussels, we can recommend this charming restored old farmhouse.
Vlezenbeek is a small village only a few miles southwest from Brussels,
the European capital. You will have the opportunity to
enjoy the beautiful green landscapes of the Belgian country side and you
will meet a friendly Belgian family that is very helpful. The bed and
breakfast Bekersveld located in the area Pajottenland. Pajottenland is
ideal for hiking and bicycle riding along the country roads, the
parks and historical sides like the castle of Gaasbeek and the castle of
Beersel. Nearby there's also a castle at Coloma with his famous rose
garden. From June till October there are at least 200.000 flowers
blooming each day. The famous Belgian painter Pieter Bruegel
used to paint landscapes of the Pajottenland and the area where he liked
to make his paintings is now called the Bruegelvalley.
The
bed and breakfast Bekersveld offers 3 rooms with double beds, 1 single
room and a big independent studio with private entrance. The rooms have
there own bathroom, television, refrigerator. The landlady can cook an
evening meal on demand, the generous
Belgian breakfast is included in the price. The studio is self-catering
and has 2 floors, on the ground floor is the bathroom and the entrance
hall and on the upper floor is a double bedroom as well as a small
kitchenette. The visitors can have their meal and breakfast in the
garden.
Getting there: The B&B Bekersveld is located in the Bekersveldstraat 3,
1602 Vlezembeek. Coming from Brussels Gare Midi you can take the bus 142
direction Leerbeek, get off at De vijfhoek' after 15-20 minutes. Go to
your left taking the 'Appelboomstraat'. Take the
second road at your right after 10 minutes, this is the
Bekersveldstraat.You can also take the metro from Gare Central,
direction Erasmus (1B), until the terminal and there you can take the
same bus as above.
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