Brussels
Accommodations in Brussels are of a very high standard and tend to be pricey. There are a number of places where you can find a good value, but take into account the fact that lodgings in Brussels tends to cater to the upper eschelons.This international destination has more good hotels than most world cities. You'll find everything here from an inexpensive room at a hotel such as Hotel Galia to an executive five-star hotel like the Amigo Hotel, where you can enjoy all the hotel’s facilities or just relax with an exquisitely served breakfast. What could be better?
Finding a room shouldn’t be a problem in Europe’s diplomatic and commercial heart. There is an abundance of accommodations, as Brussels often hosts international conferences. At these times the city fills with visitors, so it is a good idea to book your accommodations as soon as your know your itinerary.
Most hotels here are child-friendly, and many offer services such as children's clubs and babysitting. There are also many places where dogs are welcome. If you are coming from abroad, don't forget your pet's passport, and the conditions for re-entry.
The price of breakfast is usually, though not always, included in the hotel costs. Breakfast in Belgium is generally in the continental style, consisting of coffee or tea, juice, and bread with an assortment of different fillings and spreads such as cheese, cold meats, and sometimes a boiled egg. European hotels seldom offer a traditional English breakfast but the traditional local breakfast is well worth trying. Coffee is mostly filtered and served in small cups with whipped cream or coffee cream. Tea comes in all flavors, so if you prefer it the English way, just ask for unflavoured tea with a small jug of fresh milk, as tea is traditionally drunk black in Europe.
If all these chic hotels are not for you, then perhaps you would find one of the youth hostels more attractive. An above-average hostel in Brussels is Jacques Brel which features 100 beds. It offers an inexpensive restaurant and more facilities than most.
Overseas visitors may be interested in lodging in the area close to the airport. Hotels such as Holiday Inn and Novotel are very popular with both leisure and business travelers. The airport is situated just 20 minutes from Central Station.
Flemish television stations broadcast movies and overseas programs in the original language with subtitles, and the BBC is available almost everywhere. English newspapers are available at most newsstands, as are women's magazines and business periodicals such as ‘Time’ and ‘The Bulletin’.
In short Brussels is unique, has a great atmosphere, is very friendly towards foreign visitors, and most people speak at least a little English. Brussels’ enormous amount of hotels are amongst the world's best. Although Brussels is a traditional city, it has not dragged its heels in the progress department. It’s continually updating and modernizing, so you'll never find a building or government establishment that isn't well maintained. Enjoy your stay!
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