Le Dixseptième

Le Dixseptième is a boutique hotel at Rue de la Madeleine 25, a short street near the Grand Place and Gare Centrale in the Belgian capital. The building is a 17th-century townhouse that once served as the residence of the Spanish ambassador, and the name refers to the century of its construction. The location is among the most convenient in Brussels, as the Grand Place, the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert and the Manneken Pis are all within a few minutes on foot, and Gare Centrale is a very short walk for train and airport links. The vibe is intimate and historic, with antiques, period furnishings and a sense of a private residence rather than a large chain hotel. Room categories include Classic rooms, Superior rooms and suites, and the rooms are known for being quiet despite the central position. Amenities include a lounge, a bar and Wi-Fi, and the historic building gives each room its own layout and character. Dining at the property is limited compared with larger hotels, but breakfast is served and the surrounding streets offer many restaurants, from Belgian brasseries to chocolate shops and waffle houses. The service character is personal, with a small team who can recommend restaurants and arrange practical help such as taxis and luggage storage. Rates usually run from about €180 to €300 per night in low season and from €210 to €340 in high season, so the hotel is priced at the upper end for boutique stays in Brussels. It suits couples and independent travellers who value history, quiet and a central address over extensive facilities such as a pool or fitness room. Because the building is historic, room sizes and layouts vary, and light sleepers should ask for a room away from the street.