Hotel
Hotel Amigo
A five-star Rocco Forte hotel between the Grand-Place and the Manneken Pis, with an Italian restaurant, the jazz-filled Bar Magritte and family suites.
Hotel Le Dixseptième
A characterful four-star boutique hotel behind a discreet façade between the Grand-Place and Brussels-Central, spread across a historic house and garden wing.
At a glance
- Type
- Boutique hotel
- Area
- Mont des Arts (City Centre), Brussels, Belgium
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Hotel class
- 4-star
- Official site
- ledixseptieme.be
Good to know
- 24-hour reception
- Breakfast
- Fitness
- Air conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Patio and garden wing
Why we recommend it
Hotel Le Dixseptième is a four-star boutique hotel that feels like a hidden retreat in the heart of the city. It sits behind a discreet façade on the Rue de la Madeleine, the short street that climbs from the Grand-Place area towards Brussels-Central station and the Mont des Arts. Its historic main house preserves the charm of a bygone era.
The hotel spans three buildings: the historic main house, and rooms arranged around a patio and a garden wing. This layout gives it a calm, residential feel that is rare so close to the Grand-Place. Rooms and suites vary in size and character, reflecting the different buildings, so it is worth reading the room descriptions on the hotel's website and choosing according to whether you prefer period atmosphere or a quieter garden-facing room.
Facilities are those of a comfortable boutique hotel rather than a large resort. Guests have Wi-Fi, air conditioning, breakfast and a fitness area, and reception is staffed 24 hours a day, which is reassuring for late arrivals. There is no large restaurant, but the surrounding streets offer an enormous choice of places to eat, from traditional brasseries on the Rue des Bouchers to cafés around the Sablon.
The hotel suits couples, culture-focused travellers and anyone who values character and location over extensive facilities. It is a good choice for a romantic weekend, and its position between the lower and upper town makes it easy to walk to both the Grand-Place and the museums of the Royal Quarter. Prices are mid-to-upper range.
Brussels-Central station is a few minutes' walk uphill, which makes arriving by train from the airport or from other Belgian cities particularly convenient. Request a quiet room when you book if you are a light sleeper, as the old centre can be lively in the evenings.
From the door, the Grand-Place, the Manneken Pis, the Royal Galleries of Saint-Hubert, the Mont des Arts and the Royal Museums of Fine Arts are all within easy walking distance, so you can leave public transport behind for most of your stay. As Brussels is a busy business destination, hotel rates often vary between weekdays and weekends, so compare dates if your plans are flexible.
Hotel Le Dixseptième FAQs
What star rating does Le Dixseptième have?
It describes itself as a four-star boutique hotel.
Where is it?
At Rue de la Madeleine 25, between the Grand-Place and Brussels-Central station.
What is the hotel like?
It spans three buildings, with a historic main house and rooms around a patio and garden wing.
Is reception open 24 hours?
Yes. Reception is staffed around the clock.
Is breakfast available?
Yes, breakfast is offered.
Is there a fitness room?
Yes. A fitness facility is listed among the amenities.
Is it close to the station?
Yes. Brussels-Central station is a few minutes' walk away.
Who is it best for?
Couples and culture-focused travellers who value character and a central location.