Hotel de France

Hotels
6.9 (4717 reviews)
Bld Jamar 21-23 , Brussels , be

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location close to Bruxelles-Midi/station
Friendly, helpful reception and staff
Rooms described as clean in many reviews
Good price/value for short stays mentioned by several guests
Some rooms noted as spacious
Cons:
No air conditioning (only fan) / very warm rooms
Elevator problems and maintenance issues
Limited or no on-site parking
Noise and nearby construction affecting comfort
Missing amenities (no fridge, shampoo dispenser) and some room wear (shower curtain, TV issues)

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Multiple reviews explicitly state rooms were clean and tidy; a few mention overall worn room condition but cleanliness is generally positive.
Service
8
Reception and staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and accommodating (offered breakfast as compensation); a minority noted somewhat relaxed/unwelcoming behaviour.
Location
7.8
Many reviewers highlight excellent proximity to Bruxelles-Midi / station and convenient access to shops/transport; a few report nearby construction/noise affecting comfort.
Room Quality
5.5
Several comments mention issues: small/narrow toilets, sticky shower curtain, worn flooring, limited/small windows and noisy rooms — overall mixed to below-average room quality.
Amenities
4.5
Frequent complaints about lack of air conditioning (only a fan), no fridge, problematic lift, missing shampoo dispenser and limited parking — amenities are a clear weak point.
Value for Money
6.5
Some guests mention good price and value for short stays, while others felt the quality/price ratio was poor during busy periods — mixed but slightly below target.
Food and Beverage
6.9
Not widely mentioned; one report of breakfast offered as compensation. No strong positive or negative consensus, assigned the target rating.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall sentiment balances very positive staff and location against notable amenity and room-quality issues; guests often satisfied with convenience and service despite shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 23:56

Property Description

Convenient Location
Hotel de France is ideally situated just 600 metres from Brussels-South Railway Station and the Eurostar terminal, making it a perfect choice for travelers relying on public transportation. With Lemonnier Metro Station less than 100 metres away, exploring the city is effortless.

Comfortable Accommodation
The hotel offers simply furnished rooms equipped with essential amenities such as a flat-screen cable TV, work desk, and private bathroom with a shower. Guests can also take advantage of ironing facilities and luggage storage, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Near Major Attractions
Within walking distance, guests can visit iconic Brussels landmarks like the Grand Place and the Manneken Pis Statue, both less than a 20-minute walk away. Immerse yourself in the charm of the city during your stay at Hotel de France.

Important information:

Please note that for bookings made with a credit card from a third party, the hotel will contact the guest in order to request the necessary documents.

Please note that late check-out up to 13:00 is possible upon request and for a EUR 25 extra charge.

Please note that a Covid Safe Ticket (CST) needs to be presented to have breakfast in the hotel.

Please note that breakfast booked online cannot be cancelled at the property. Changes must be made online only.

Please note the following information about our parking option :

* Parking fee: €15 per night.
* Capacity: 4 spaces only.
* Terms and conditions: Parking requires a reservation in advance.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BRU

Location

Guest Reviews

6.9
Based on 4717 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 5.5
Amenities: 4.5
Value for Money: 6.5
Food and Beverage: 6.9
Overall Experience: 8.5
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mediaturnpike • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable bed and a great shower. Just perfect after a day's wandering the city. Greay location too,

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • fr
7
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Prasamsha • couple • be
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Mina • solo_traveller • eg
8
Pros:

Everything was perfect

Cons:

No ac

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Aida • solo_traveller • be
10
Pros:

Tout était parfait

Cons:

Rien

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Cross • solo_traveller • cd
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Yvan • couple • be
4
Pros:

Rien

Cons:

Le service.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Palash • family_with_children • de
7
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Louisoma darel • couple • fr
5
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Anju Anie • couple • gb
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Rober • couple • hn
8
Pros:

Queda cerca de la terminal de trenes

Cons:

Queda un poco alejado del centro en una zona desolada por la noche

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • fr
4
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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ullivarri • solo_traveller • ar
7
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Muchos movimientos raros de personas

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Musa • solo_traveller • ch
7
Pros:

It’s Direct in the City just the Room Small from the Toilette and the people don’t respect others are sleeping

Cons:

The cleanness in the Room and WC

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jacques • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Pas d’aut conditionné malgré ma chaleur intense, même à la réception.

Cons:

Le manque d'air conditionné. Revoir également le petit déjeuner.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jayesh • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Eugenia • family_with_children • it
6
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jerome5488 • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Charles • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

chambre très correcte

Cons:

table pour écrire très petite surtout avec le téléphone et une boulloire sur la table.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Véronika • couple • be
2
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee