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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.
The Dominican
A 150-room design hotel on the site of a former abbey, incorporating the façade of the house where painter Jacques-Louis David lived.
At a glance
- Type
- Design hotel
- Area
- City Centre (near La Monnaie), Brussels, Belgium
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- thedominican.be
Good to know
- Grand Lounge restaurant
- Sunday brunch
- Cocktail bar
- Gym
- Meeting rooms
- Design Hotels member
Why we recommend it
The Dominican is a design hotel in the heart of the old town, built on a site with a long history. It occupies the location of an ancient abbey, and its design incorporates the former Brussels home of the neoclassical painter Jacques-Louis David, whose original façade has been preserved and integrated into the hotel. The result is a contemporary hotel that keeps a strong sense of place, and it is a member of Design Hotels.
There are 150 bedrooms and suites, decorated in a modern, refined style. The heart of the hotel is the Grand Lounge, its main dining venue. Breakfast is served here, and the hotel offers an exclusive Sunday brunch, while in the evening the lounge offers cocktails and tapas. A gym and a range of meeting and events spaces complete the facilities.
The Dominican suits couples and city-break visitors who want style and comfort within walking distance of the sights, as well as business travellers who need meeting space in the centre. It is mid-to-upper range in price, and the hotel promotes weekend packages and a discount for direct bookings on its website, so check there before booking elsewhere.
Its location is excellent. The Rue Léopold is a quiet street beside the La Monnaie opera house, just north of the Grand-Place, so you can walk to most of the old town's attractions while sleeping away from the noisiest streets. Book a table for Sunday brunch in advance through the hotel's website if you want to try it.
Brussels-Central station is around ten minutes' walk away, and the De Brouckère metro and premetro stop is close by. The Royal Galleries of Saint-Hubert, the Grand-Place, the shopping street Rue Neuve and the Sainte-Catherine district are all within easy reach on foot.
For art lovers, the link with Jacques-Louis David, one of the leading painters of neoclassicism, adds an extra layer of interest to a stay. As Brussels is a busy business destination, hotel rates often vary between weekdays and weekends, so compare dates if your plans are flexible. Booking directly also lets you check the current weekend packages and any special offers.
The Dominican FAQs
How many rooms does The Dominican have?
150 bedrooms and suites.
What is the history of the site?
It stands on the site of an ancient abbey and includes the preserved façade of Jacques-Louis David's former home.
Is there a restaurant?
Yes. The Grand Lounge serves breakfast, Sunday brunch, cocktails and tapas.
Is there a gym?
Yes, the hotel has a gym.
Are there meeting facilities?
Yes. The hotel has meeting and events spaces.
Is there a discount for booking direct?
The hotel's website promotes a discount on the best available rate for direct bookings.
Where is it?
At Rue Léopold 9, beside the La Monnaie opera house and close to the Grand-Place.
Is it a design hotel?
Yes. It is a member of Design Hotels.