This used to be our favourite spot in Antwerp. But it is over the hill, unfortunately. Very noisy, (make sure that in any event you don’t get a room on the front side!), rooms are not up to standard anymore (leaky showers, curtains don’t close), and staff unhelpful (if already visible). Breakfast was yesterday’s bread.
My husband and I recently had the joy of staying four nights at Hotel De Witt Lelie in Antwerp. We were there because it was my 50th birthday, and we wanted to celebrate in style. My husband booked a junior suite, and we were assigned room 9, which is definitely the funkiest room I've ever stayed in at a hotel. Long and triangular, this room has an excellent bed, a well stocked complimentary minibar, and wallpaper that made me feel like I was in a glass of champagne! The bathroom had a wall decorated with Marilyn Monroe's face on wallpaper and beautiful shiny turquoise tile. We loved the Hermes toiletries, huge bathtub, and the great shower. We required parking, and I will warn that the garage is small, and has a steep incline/decline that can be tough to maneuver, especially if you have a SUV, as we do. However, there are nine spaces available for ten rooms. I had thought we might drive somewhere outside of Antwerp, but given the crazy one way streets, we decided to just enjoy the city. We also booked breakfast, which was very substantial and of high quality. I particularly enjoyed the fresh orange juice and excellent breads. On the morning of my birthday, I was even presented with a delicious strawberry tart and champagne! While the facilities at Hotel De Witte Lelie are certainly first class, I especially enjoyed the very friendly, helpful, and welcoming staff. Nothing was too much trouble. They really helped make my big day special! I hope we can visit again, as Antwerp is an awesome city, and we really did enjoy the hotel very much! Thanks so much to the staff for showing us such a great time! We hated to leave!…
We were in Antwerp for a mother and daughter trip. De Witte Lelie is a charming hotel in a beautiful central location in Antwerpen. When we checked in my daughter could choose a room from the ones available: it was her birthday. The staff is professional, polite, kind, friendly and charming. There was always a smile from Nem for us when we left the hotel in the morning and a smile from William when we came back in the evening. We would have stayed a fourth night (last minute) but, unfortunately, the hotel was fully booked. The last night we found a lovely birthday cake upon our return at the hotel. It was such a kind and thoughtful surprise! The rooms are stunning, all with a different design. The hotel is clean, the room service impeccable. There is attention for details at all levels. We can’t wait to be back here next time! …
Ring the gigantic red doorbell and arrive in a lavish palace. This must have been someone's villa once upon a time, but now it's a trendy boutique hotel. We spent several nights in a zany, chic room up several flights of stairs overlooking the garden. I think it was considered a suite, but we loved the space and the unique style of the decor. The other rooms we peeked into were equally cool and inviting and an employee took us to look at the "presidential suite" which I would definitely return to if we ever came back. The breakfast was delicious and was served by the kitchen staff, I wish I was home. The staff was extremely charming and I'm sure we would have done anything we needed, but I don't think it's a full service hotel (concierge, for example). Regardless, it's very well located in Antwerp, close to everything, very central. I would love to have the opportunity to stay here again. Thanks to Hotel De Witte Lelie for a fabulous experience!…
We went to Antwerp and had our stay in “de witte Lelie”. It was my youngest sixteenth birthday. The hotel knew this and after giving us choice of one of their spectaculair rooms, that were shown to us each and every one, we picked a gorgeous room. When our room was cleanend we entered and had baloons on the bed! Cake in the morning for breakfast.. what a thoughtful and hearty staff. Our special thanks goes out to Chakra Rose Brouwn for being the host with the sparkle and unstopable perfection in all that she does with a big heart. Leaving the Hotel was more than checking out. It was the completion of an experience that we take with us in dear memories.
We just left after a three night stay in room 3, the “Presidential Suite.” This hotel purports to be a “small luxury hotel,” but most of the details that define such an establishment are simply not present. On arrival, we were greeted by a sign on the otherwise unmarked and locked front door that the doorbell was only working intermittently and giving a phone number for entry. With only one employee on duty to cover the entire hotel, this led to patrons waiting outside in the rain waiting for someone to open the door. My wife and I also got stuck in their tiny two person elevator for almost an hour until the one employee on duty could summon a repair person to free us…and then the sole elevator remained unusable for the remainder of our stay. Our suite lacked bath towels when we checked in, and the area outside of our door was filled with crates containing all of the hotel’s clean linens. I might also add that the suite’s air conditioning was bizarre, as the bedroom remained freezing cold while the sitting area was unvented and barely cool despite the freezing bedroom. The staff was friendly but this is by no means a real luxury hotel in any respect…and fails in the all important value for money category as well.…
It was our first trip to Antwerp. The service is excellent. The rooms are beautifully decorated, and the hotel's location is perfect. Only a 5 minutes walk to the heart of the historical center and shops. Excellent breakfast in a lovely setting, but the great plus for the hotel was the extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Service was fantastic and all staff were lovely to chat with. my room (8) was heavenly. Loved the bath, the lounge with fireplace and bar ambience. Location was great for shopping, restaurants and sightseeing. It’s worth the price for the luxury they deliver here. Decor is fab!
Our stay was amazing! The staff does such a great job, they exceeded expectations, the breakfast was very cute. The rooms are absolutely cool and unique and the location is great. We will definitely be back when in Antwerpen.
This hotel seems nice on the outside and offers some luxury but if you want to enjoy a nice and quiet stay this is not recommendable at all. The hotel tend to organise loud garden parties. Hard to sleep. Best stay away from this hotel.
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