ibis Brussels Groot Bijgaarden

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ibis
8.2 (878 reviews)
E40 RICHTING GENT , Groot-Bijgaarden , BE
+32 3 376 68 22

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient motorway/Brussels location
Comfortable beds
Clean and new-feeling rooms
Free/ample parking (covered and EV charging)
Good breakfast
Quiet rooms suitable for overnight stays
Modern/practical for short stops
Cons:
Small rooms and bathrooms
Very small pillows
No bar and sometimes no in-room fridge
Occasional long check-in or absent staff
Some guests felt it was slightly too expensive
At least one unresolved refund complaint
Traffic on the ring can make reaching points of interest less direct

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Repeated positive mentions of 'propre', 'clean and tidy', 'Netjes, nieuw, schoon' — rooms reported very clean and well maintained.
Service
8.3
Mostly praised as friendly and attentive ('personnel sympathique', 'heel vriendelijke dame','l’accueil'), but isolated negatives: slow/long check-in, one report of absent staff and an unresolved refund complaint.
Location
9
Consistently noted as very convenient for motorway travel and quick access to Brussels, Gent and Bruges with ample parking; some reviews note ring traffic makes certain journeys less direct.
Room Quality
7.6
Comfortable beds and quiet rooms commonly praised, but several mentions of very small room/bathroom dimensions, tiny pillows and limited wardrobe space; some missing in-room fridge.
Amenities
7.9
Good practical amenities: free/covered parking, EV charging and basic facilities; negatives include lack of bar, occasional missing fridge and limited in-room extras.
Value for Money
7.6
Mixed signals: considered affordable and ideal for a one-night stop by many, while a few guests felt it was slightly overpriced for what was offered.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Breakfast repeatedly described as very good with attentive staff; limited beverage options on site (no bar) noted as a drawback.
Overall Experience
8
Overall positive for short stays and business/transfer travellers: clean, quiet, convenient and comfortable, with occasional service or amenity issues impacting some stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:25

Property Description

Garden Views and Modern Comforts
Experience the tranquil beauty of Groot-Bijgaarden at ibis Brussels Groot Bijgaarden. Enjoy garden views from the terrace of this 3-star hotel, offering air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms.

Convenient Amenities
Relish in the convenience of flat-screen TVs with cable channels, cozy bed linens, and towels in every room. Start your day right with a buffet breakfast featuring continental and vegetarian options.

Exceptional Service and Accessibility
Benefit from 24/7 guidance in multiple languages at the reception. Explore nearby attractions like Mini Europe and Atomium, with Brussels Airport just a short drive away. Book your stay at ibis Brussels Groot Bijgaarden for a memorable and comfortable experience.

Important information:

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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BRU

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 878 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 8.3
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8
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Christopher • family_with_children • at
7
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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CLAUDE • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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JAMBEAU • family_with_children • fr
1
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Nathan • family_with_children • be
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Kassandra • couple • fr
6
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Yvette • solo_traveller • nl
8
Practisch en prima
Pros:

Heel vriendelijke dame

Cons:

Gewoon prima

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Umut • solo_traveller • nl
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Bruno • solo_traveller • be
6
goed voor 1 nacht maar iets te duur
Pros:

de douche

Cons:

geen bar
net iets te duur

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Hans • couple • nl
7
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Perego • extended_group • it
9
Pratica del check in troppo lunga
Pros:

La posizione

Cons:

Mancanza del frigorifero nella stanza

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Georges • solo_traveller • be
9
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner était très bien et le personnel très attentif et aimable. Très bien reçu.

Cons:

L'emplacement un peu compliqué pour rejoindre les point d'intérêt en raison des nombreux embouteillages sur le ring.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Henri • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Très bel hôtel, belle chambre bien décorée et au calme, parking gratuit, le personnel sympathique

Cons:

oreillers petits

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Vaidas • solo_traveller • no
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Marie-Agnès • couple • be
9
Très agréable - aux portes de Bruxelles
Pros:

Le calme - le confort de la literie

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Claude • solo_traveller • at
9
das war sehr nice und man kann direkt daneben etwas zu Essen tanken, wenn man es braucht
Pros:

das Bett, der design, die Lage,...

Cons:

Keine Sendung auf französisch, nur holländisch

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Riddhi • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Nathan • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Stal • solo_traveller • nl
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Edwin • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Luc • couple • fr
8
Pros:

L’accueil, la literie, le pt déjeuner, l’emplacement
Aucun bruit

Cons:

La Clim un peu trop forte ds la salle du restaurant

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee