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Downtown-BXL

118, rue du marche au charbon, Brussels 1000, Belgium
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Downtown-BXL
Ranked #18 of 129 Brussels B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
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  • Very good(4)
  • Gay district(3)
  • Grand place(3)
  • DVD players(3)
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Chicago, Illinois
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2012 NEW

Our experience here was great. It starts with a perfect location. On arrival we were warmly greeted and oriented to our room. The rooms are spacious and comfortable with a nice bathroom. Having stayed in a few bed and breakfasts in the past with a varying quality of the breakfast, I can hands down say that breakfast here was the... More

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Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The location is very good, you can walk to the Grand Place in 3 minutes! Our room was on the third floor and the stairs were quite narrow (no lift) but we managed with the suitcases and the owner helped us. When we arrived, we loved or room! The room was very clean and spacious but the bathroom was quite... More

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Hasselt, Belgium
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed here for 3 nights, last weekend and absolutely loved it. Discovering our capitol could not have been better. Theo and his friends warmly welcomed us in their gorgeous house, which situated in the beating heart of Brussels. A 5 minute walk takes you everywhere you need for a perfect city trip, real cosy bars, delicious Belgian and fusion... More

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Prague, Czech Republic
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2012
5
people found this review helpful

* Great location - close to underground or tram, walking distance from Grande Place (it doesn't have a big sign on the door, so don't forget the address and number otherwise you could be looking for it some while:) * Typical Brussels house with narrow staircase, which is beautiful, but for older or bigger people could be a bit uncomfortable:)... More

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Los Angeles, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This B&B is a little hard to find (it's on the corner, steps from the train stop with the name of it in really tiny writing on the door). Look for the address on the wall, right next to a book store on the corner as well. To me it felt more like a townhouse with 3 rented out bedrooms... More

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Jersey City, NJ
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20 reviews 20 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2012

Most of the reviews I read were complaining about the steep stairs, well get over it because every place has the same space saving stairs. We were welcomed and explained the details of the house as soon as we arrived. The rooms, bathrooms and common areas were very clean and comfy. The breakfast assortment was worth not having to seek... More

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Ft Walton Beach, Fl
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

The location was great. It was close to the Metro, (which is easy to learn riding the system) right on the main blvd, along a street of trendy bars and resturants, and super close to the Grand Palace. The room was clean, comfortable, and spacious. The staff was sweet and accomodating. Only downside was the multiple keys and winding stairs.... More

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Thessaloniki, Greece
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

A very ideal spot in the centre of Brussels!! You can go everywhere in the centre in 10 minutes maximun. A bed&breakfast choise in a very reasonable price. You won't regret it, trust me!Very cozy, very clean with comfort spaces in bedroom and bathroom! Even the very narrow stairs have their own taste. If the breakfast area could be a... More

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Lawrence Kansas
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The Downtown BXL hotel is located at the heart of Brussels, a convenient five minute walk from the Grand Platz, and right across the street from Metro station Anneessens, Place Fontainas exit. Upon arrival, the owner greeted us and immediately made us to feel welcome. When we were shown to our room, we were absolutely stunned by the size and... More

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Sydney, Australia
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2011

We paid about 79E per night, for a two night stay. In terms of location, it is quite good, can walk from Central Station if not too much luggage, or otherwise can take the underground metro. A few interesting eateries nearby, and very close to the "manneken pis". Also quite easy to walk to Grand Place. A couple of large... More

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David MONTERO GONZALEZ, Propietario at Downtown-BXL, responded to this review
November 3, 2011

Thanks for your review which headline perfectly summarizes what we are aiming at: a good value for money! Your review gives me the opportunity to make this clear in order to help Trip Advisor users who will note that other B&B's located in the Brussels city centre are 30% to 40% more expensive than Downtown-BXL. This is why I am... More

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118, rue du marche au charbon, Brussels 1000, Belgium
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