Le Châtelain ★★★★★

Just a stone's throw away from Avenue Louise, one of the most prestigious and expensive streets in Brussels, Hotel Le Châtelain ***** is ready to show you a calmer side of this city. Within this attractive neighbourhood, filled with brasseries, wine bars and quaint terraces, you will spot plenty of classic Brussels architecture and streets lined with elegant façades, all with their own private little gardens.

Begin by relaxing within the peaceful haven of the walled Florentine-inspired hotel garden and courtyard, the ideal spot for a morning coffee. Shaded by growing grapevine, the luscious garden helps you create your own little hideaway within the bustling city. Take advantage of the 5-star facilities, like the top floor fitness centre and sauna, before discovering the ‘cosy-chic’ atmosphere of the bar and savouring a few well-earned glasses of Belgian beer.

From there, indulge your taste buds at La Maison du Châtelain, which serves up innovative cuisine in an intimate dining environment. End your night in one of the spacious Executive Rooms, which come with a sofa area, marbled bathrooms and welcome extra touches, like a Nespresso coffee machine and L’Occitane toiletries.

Louise metro station is only a 15-minute walk from the hotel, giving guests easy access to all the different sides of the city. The historic, multicultural and cosmopolitan capital is home to some of Europe’s grandest architecture, such as the opulent guildhalls that surround the Grand Place, as well as the futuristic steel atom structure Atomium and comic strip art. This establishment is the perfect base, from which to explore and live like the locals do.