Steigenberger Wiltcher's

Steigenberger Wiltcher's is a classic five-star grand hotel at Avenue Louise 71 in Ixelles, on the avenue long regarded as the most elegant address in Brussels, Belgium. Avenue Louise is lined with designer boutiques, galleries and townhouses, and the hotel sits close to Place Louise, so shopping, cafes and the Toison d'Or district are on the doorstep. The Sablon antiques quarter and the Royal Museums are a short tram ride away, and the Grand Place can be reached in about fifteen minutes by public transport. The hotel's character is traditional and formal: a grand-hotel atmosphere with attentive staff and a concierge desk rather than a minimalist design concept. Accommodation is offered as Superior rooms, Deluxe rooms and Junior suites, with rates typically around €160-280 per night in low season and €190-330 in high season. Facilities include air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi, a restaurant, a bar and a fitness room. The restaurant and bar serve guests throughout the day, and the breakfast service is a main feature for visitors who prefer to start the day in the hotel before heading out on the avenue. The service character suits couples, shoppers and travellers who want a traditional luxury setting with a central but relatively calm location; business visitors also use it because of the proximity to the Louise business district and the EU institutions. Avenue Louise has a wide range of restaurants, from brasseries to fine dining, so evening options are plentiful without leaving the neighbourhood. The Bois de la Cambre, Brussels's large park, lies at the far end of the avenue and is a pleasant destination for a morning walk or run. Trams on the avenue connect to the Midi and the centre, making the location practical for visitors arriving by Eurostar or Thalys.