Hotel Matelote
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US$151
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff.
Dining
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Matelote in Antwerp (Old Town), you'll be steps from Antwerp Market Square and Antwerp City Hall. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from National Maritime Museum and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Steen Castle.
What's nearby
Antwerp Market Square(0.1 Miles)
Antwerp City Hall(0.1 Miles)
Cathedral of Our Lady(0.1 Miles)
National Maritime Museum(0.2 Miles)
Plantin-Moretus Museum(0.2 Miles)
Steen Castle(0.2 Miles)
Antwerp Flea Market(0.2 Miles)
Green Square(0.2 Miles)
Nationalestraat(0.3 Miles)
ModeMuseum(0.3 Miles)
St. Carolus Borromeus Church(0.3 Miles)
St. Paul's Church(0.3 Miles)
Sint-Andrieskerk(0.3 Miles)
Farmers' Tower(0.4 Miles)
Kloosterstraat(0.4 Miles)
Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.)(6.1 Miles)
Brussels Airport (BRU)(28 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Cycling
Live music
Location
Haarstraat 11a, Historisch Centrum, Antwerp, Belgium
Antwerp Market Square (0.1 Miles)
Antwerp City Hall (0.1 Miles)
Cathedral of Our Lady (0.1 Miles)
National Maritime Museum (0.2 Miles)
Plantin-Moretus Museum (0.2 Miles)
Steen Castle (0.2 Miles)
Room options
14
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
269 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
17
Junior Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
344 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Deluxe Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
484 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Hotel Matelote
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 637 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
21%
Couple
57%
Family
5%
Group
8%
Solo
7%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Hotel Matelote, travelers highlight a superb old-town location on a quiet lane, warm and knowledgeable hosts, and characterful rooms in a historic building where steep staircases replace any elevator.
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At Hotel Matelote, travelers highlight a superb old-town location on a quiet lane, warm and knowledgeable hosts, and characterful rooms in a historic building where steep staircases replace any elevator.
Guests often receive room upgrades and describe suites as spacious and comfortable, though a few note dated decor or worn furnishings. Cleanliness is praised overall, but occasional issues like shower mold or thin towels appear, and bed comfort varies. Breakfast is generally enjoyable yet limited in choice and starts at 8 a.m.; reception hours can be limited in the evening. Expect a charming boutique stay with personal service, best suited to those comfortable with stairs.
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Facilities
Historic building with no elevator; access is via steep, narrow staircases. A few reviews mention complimentary coffee or tea and minimal extras.
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10
Kymm
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
the location is perfect, the lack of an elevator compensated by the quaintness and care that is given by the staff is offset. We will definetely stay here again.
the location is perfect, the lack of an elevator compensated by the quaintness and care that is given by the staff is offset. We will definetely stay here again.
10
Geoffrey
9 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
6
LOURDES
22 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
8
kevin
22 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic location in a semi funky boutique hotel. Large comfortable room and huge bathroom. Good bed with nice linens. Friendly staff but aren’t there in the evening. You would need to call them. Very steep steps to rooms.
Fantastic location in a semi funky boutique hotel. Large comfortable room and huge bathroom. Good bed with nice linens. Friendly staff but aren’t there in the evening. You would need to call them. Very steep steps to rooms.
10
Heinz
3 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
En super lækker gemt perle midt i byen Morgenmad starter dog først kl 8
En super lækker gemt perle midt i byen Morgenmad starter dog først kl 8
10
Nele
1 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Het hotel voor de tweede keer geboekt gehad, kamer is groot en heerlijk stil, het hotel is erg centraal gelegen bij de Grote Markt & Groen plaats. Super handige bagage opslag, niets te klagen.
Het hotel voor de tweede keer geboekt gehad, kamer is groot en heerlijk stil, het hotel is erg centraal gelegen bij de Grote Markt & Groen plaats. Super handige bagage opslag, niets te klagen.
10
Robert
7 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
We received an upexpected upgrade to our booking to a larger room on the top floor of the hotel. This meant negotiating three flights of stairs but it was worth it for the extra room. Lots of nice touches including complimentary water and a small bottle of wine in the fridge. The quirky hotel was just what we wanted and there was a free coffee machine in the reception area where soothing classical music was always playing. The owner was very friendly and explained the building's history. The Matelote is in a great position, close to Het Steen, the Grote Markt and lots of Antwerp's shops, cafes and bars.
We received an upexpected upgrade to our booking to a larger room on the top floor of the hotel. This meant negotiating three flights of stairs but it was worth it for the extra room. Lots of nice touches including complimentary water and a small bottle of wine in the fridge. The quirky hotel was just what we wanted and there was a free coffee machine in the reception area where soothing classical music was always playing. The owner was very friendly and explained the building's history. The Matelote is in a great position, close to Het Steen, the Grote Markt and lots of Antwerp's shops, cafes and bars.
10
Warren
9 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
10
Petra
15 Jul 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
We were on a 'late decision' trip to Antwerp and found this pearl. Very good value for money with the perfect location, extremely friendly staff, cleanliness and nice details like a complimentary small prosecco. A small fridge always come in handy as well. We'd rather seen some soap/schampoo dispensers on the wall than the small plastic bottles, but still nice to have it included. We really enjoyed our stay in this cosy place.
We were on a 'late decision' trip to Antwerp and found this pearl. Very good value for money with the perfect location, extremely friendly staff, cleanliness and nice details like a complimentary small prosecco. A small fridge always come in handy as well. We'd rather seen some soap/schampoo dispensers on the wall than the small plastic bottles, but still nice to have it included. We really enjoyed our stay in this cosy place.
10
Raymond
23 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We got upgraded to suite room. Very unique , modern, and very spacious. The rooms we had were accessed by a small spiral staircase, which is ok by us but perhaps not ideal for person with mobility issue. Receptionist and Eric were very helpful giving recommendations. Few steps away from the center of Antwerp. Breakfast was good and unlimited coffee and tea during the day. Very recommend this hotel. Paid parking 4 min walking distance.
We got upgraded to suite room. Very unique , modern, and very spacious. The rooms we had were accessed by a small spiral staircase, which is ok by us but perhaps not ideal for person with mobility issue. Receptionist and Eric were very helpful giving recommendations. Few steps away from the center of Antwerp. Breakfast was good and unlimited coffee and tea during the day. Very recommend this hotel. Paid parking 4 min walking distance.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are generally clean and well kept. A few guests reported maintenance or hygiene lapses, such as worn carpets, thin towels, or mold in the shower.
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10
Alexandru
9 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Het hotel is zeer goed gelegen, met gemakkelijke toegang tot het openbaar vervoer en diverse toeristische bezienswaardigheden. Het personeel is erg vriendelijk en laat je je meteen welkom voelen. ( Big shout-out to Maarten ). 😎 De kamers zijn zeer schoon en het bed waarin we sliepen was uiterst comfortabel. Ik ben blij dat we dit hotel hebben gevonden, want we komen regelmatig terug naar Antwerpen.
Het hotel is zeer goed gelegen, met gemakkelijke toegang tot het openbaar vervoer en diverse toeristische bezienswaardigheden. Het personeel is erg vriendelijk en laat je je meteen welkom voelen. ( Big shout-out to Maarten ). 😎 De kamers zijn zeer schoon en het bed waarin we sliepen was uiterst comfortabel. Ik ben blij dat we dit hotel hebben gevonden, want we komen regelmatig terug naar Antwerpen.
6
LOURDES
22 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
6
Vincent
31 May 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Rapport qualité-prix très moyen. Très bien situé proche de la grand place et au calme. Chambre non rénovée : moquette usée, lits fatigués. Bouteille d’eau offerte. Surclassement possible avec les Rewards. Petit déjeuner quelconque avec pain industriel, portions individuelles au choix très limité, œufs bio frais. 12€ en supplément.
Rapport qualité-prix très moyen. Très bien situé proche de la grand place et au calme. Chambre non rénovée : moquette usée, lits fatigués. Bouteille d’eau offerte. Surclassement possible avec les Rewards. Petit déjeuner quelconque avec pain industriel, portions individuelles au choix très limité, œufs bio frais. 12€ en supplément.
8
Margaret
26 May 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
8
Jeannette
27 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Heerlijk verblijf gehad, schoon, geweldige locatie, midden in het centrum van de stad.
Heerlijk verblijf gehad, schoon, geweldige locatie, midden in het centrum van de stad.
10
Petra
15 Jul 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
We were on a 'late decision' trip to Antwerp and found this pearl. Very good value for money with the perfect location, extremely friendly staff, cleanliness and nice details like a complimentary small prosecco. A small fridge always come in handy as well. We'd rather seen some soap/schampoo dispensers on the wall than the small plastic bottles, but still nice to have it included. We really enjoyed our stay in this cosy place.
We were on a 'late decision' trip to Antwerp and found this pearl. Very good value for money with the perfect location, extremely friendly staff, cleanliness and nice details like a complimentary small prosecco. A small fridge always come in handy as well. We'd rather seen some soap/schampoo dispensers on the wall than the small plastic bottles, but still nice to have it included. We really enjoyed our stay in this cosy place.
6
Stephanie
19 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
On nous a offert une chambre plus grande avec plus grand lit. Malheureusement, le lit était mou et on roulait vers le centre durant la nuit. De plus, il y avait de la moisissure dans la douche.
On nous a offert une chambre plus grande avec plus grand lit. Malheureusement, le lit était mou et on roulait vers le centre durant la nuit. De plus, il y avait de la moisissure dans la douche.
10
Caroline
22 Mar 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great room, clean and superb bathroom, very hospitable
Great room, clean and superb bathroom, very hospitable
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Rooms
Many rooms and suites feel spacious, comfortable, and characterful, with some quiet courtyard outlooks. However, a few note dated decor, variable bed comfort, or occasional noise.
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10
Alexandru
9 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Het hotel is zeer goed gelegen, met gemakkelijke toegang tot het openbaar vervoer en diverse toeristische bezienswaardigheden. Het personeel is erg vriendelijk en laat je je meteen welkom voelen. ( Big shout-out to Maarten ). 😎 De kamers zijn zeer schoon en het bed waarin we sliepen was uiterst comfortabel. Ik ben blij dat we dit hotel hebben gevonden, want we komen regelmatig terug naar Antwerpen.
Het hotel is zeer goed gelegen, met gemakkelijke toegang tot het openbaar vervoer en diverse toeristische bezienswaardigheden. Het personeel is erg vriendelijk en laat je je meteen welkom voelen. ( Big shout-out to Maarten ). 😎 De kamers zijn zeer schoon en het bed waarin we sliepen was uiterst comfortabel. Ik ben blij dat we dit hotel hebben gevonden, want we komen regelmatig terug naar Antwerpen.
10
caroline
1 May 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely room high amongst the roof tops of Antwerp near the cathedral. Lots of space , well designed. Very friendly management.
Lovely room high amongst the roof tops of Antwerp near the cathedral. Lots of space , well designed. Very friendly management.
10
Geoffrey
9 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
6
LOURDES
22 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
8
kevin
22 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic location in a semi funky boutique hotel. Large comfortable room and huge bathroom. Good bed with nice linens. Friendly staff but aren’t there in the evening. You would need to call them. Very steep steps to rooms.
Fantastic location in a semi funky boutique hotel. Large comfortable room and huge bathroom. Good bed with nice linens. Friendly staff but aren’t there in the evening. You would need to call them. Very steep steps to rooms.
10
Nathalie
23 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Personnel tres agréable. Chambre spacieuse. Fenêtres mal insonorisées du coup la nuit a ete bruyante.
Personnel tres agréable. Chambre spacieuse. Fenêtres mal insonorisées du coup la nuit a ete bruyante.
8
Margaret
26 May 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
10
Warren
9 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
10
David
18 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly located on a street with no cars, so it was quiet and peaceful. The suite had a skylight so we could see the stars. Felt more like family than a guest there.
Perfectly located on a street with no cars, so it was quiet and peaceful. The suite had a skylight so we could see the stars. Felt more like family than a guest there.
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Stephanie
19 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
On nous a offert une chambre plus grande avec plus grand lit. Malheureusement, le lit était mou et on roulait vers le centre durant la nuit. De plus, il y avait de la moisissure dans la douche.
On nous a offert une chambre plus grande avec plus grand lit. Malheureusement, le lit était mou et on roulait vers le centre durant la nuit. De plus, il y avait de la moisissure dans la douche.
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Service
Service is warmly praised as friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, with several complimentary upgrades mentioned. Reception hours can be limited in the evening, requiring phone contact for late arrivals.
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Peter
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was great and the owner was personable and helpful in guiding on our stay. We would stay there again
The room was great and the owner was personable and helpful in guiding on our stay. We would stay there again
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Barry
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Matelote. Erik was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Hotel is situated right by the cathedral and is central to everything.
We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Matelote. Erik was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Hotel is situated right by the cathedral and is central to everything.
8
Jeremy
2 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful little hotel in a quiet street in the city, great room, nice and spacious and super cozy. You can tell they really care about your stay and if you're comfortable, only thing would change is a smoother check-in since we arrived late and there was no one there, although they did allow us to get in awesome breakfast started at eight so we didn't get to enjoy it since we had to leave early.
Wonderful little hotel in a quiet street in the city, great room, nice and spacious and super cozy. You can tell they really care about your stay and if you're comfortable, only thing would change is a smoother check-in since we arrived late and there was no one there, although they did allow us to get in awesome breakfast started at eight so we didn't get to enjoy it since we had to leave early.
8
kevin
22 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic location in a semi funky boutique hotel. Large comfortable room and huge bathroom. Good bed with nice linens. Friendly staff but aren’t there in the evening. You would need to call them. Very steep steps to rooms.
Fantastic location in a semi funky boutique hotel. Large comfortable room and huge bathroom. Good bed with nice linens. Friendly staff but aren’t there in the evening. You would need to call them. Very steep steps to rooms.
10
Jaz
22 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent staff. Very central and convenient location.
Excellent staff. Very central and convenient location.
10
Alasdair
12 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
If you are ok with stairs then this is the place to stay in Antwerp. A quirky old building right in the heart of the city. Eric made us very welcome and gave us great advice about where to visit. The hotel is only a few minutes away from the amazing museum Plantin, which celebrates printing , the early production of books, maps and atlases, the early development of medicine and pharmacy, and as an aside it is full of Ruben's paintings. It is possibly the best museum I have ever visited, unfortunately we only had an hour but we could easily have spent much more time there .
If you are ok with stairs then this is the place to stay in Antwerp. A quirky old building right in the heart of the city. Eric made us very welcome and gave us great advice about where to visit. The hotel is only a few minutes away from the amazing museum Plantin, which celebrates printing , the early production of books, maps and atlases, the early development of medicine and pharmacy, and as an aside it is full of Ruben's paintings. It is possibly the best museum I have ever visited, unfortunately we only had an hour but we could easily have spent much more time there .
8
Margaret
26 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
10
Mats
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastisk gästvänlig ägare som gör vistelsen minnesvärd.
Fantastisk gästvänlig ägare som gör vistelsen minnesvärd.
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Warren
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
10
Fay
3 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Maarten was there to check us in even though it was Sunday with a marathon running, making our arrival a challenge. Everything was great
Maarten was there to check us in even though it was Sunday with a marathon running, making our arrival a challenge. Everything was great
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Location
Excellent central base near the Cathedral, Grote Markt, and sights, yet set on a quiet lane. Easy to explore on foot and close to public transport.
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Alexandru
9 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Het hotel is zeer goed gelegen, met gemakkelijke toegang tot het openbaar vervoer en diverse toeristische bezienswaardigheden. Het personeel is erg vriendelijk en laat je je meteen welkom voelen. ( Big shout-out to Maarten ). 😎 De kamers zijn zeer schoon en het bed waarin we sliepen was uiterst comfortabel. Ik ben blij dat we dit hotel hebben gevonden, want we komen regelmatig terug naar Antwerpen.
Het hotel is zeer goed gelegen, met gemakkelijke toegang tot het openbaar vervoer en diverse toeristische bezienswaardigheden. Het personeel is erg vriendelijk en laat je je meteen welkom voelen. ( Big shout-out to Maarten ). 😎 De kamers zijn zeer schoon en het bed waarin we sliepen was uiterst comfortabel. Ik ben blij dat we dit hotel hebben gevonden, want we komen regelmatig terug naar Antwerpen.
10
Barry
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Matelote. Erik was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Hotel is situated right by the cathedral and is central to everything.
We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Matelote. Erik was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Hotel is situated right by the cathedral and is central to everything.
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Geoffrey
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
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LOURDES
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
Location is great and you can walk to most of the downtown attractions, although we don't recommend walking from the train station (20-min walk through cobblestone streets rolling luggage). The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. The room was quiet facing the courtyard, rather than the street. We didn't try the breakfast because there are lots of cafes around. The stair steps are very narrow and I got nervous going up/down with our suitcases. The A/C wasn't cool enough and the bed wasn't very comfortable.
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Margaretha
21 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Locatie op steenworp afstand van het oude centrum, de Grote Markt. Gezellige omgeving. Zeer vriendelijk ontvangen, upgrade naar de suite gehad.
Locatie op steenworp afstand van het oude centrum, de Grote Markt. Gezellige omgeving. Zeer vriendelijk ontvangen, upgrade naar de suite gehad.
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Richard
17 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice place right in the old town. Close to lots of food and drink and all the sights of Antwerp. The staff were also super nice and helpful.
Very nice place right in the old town. Close to lots of food and drink and all the sights of Antwerp. The staff were also super nice and helpful.
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Nele
1 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Het hotel voor de tweede keer geboekt gehad, kamer is groot en heerlijk stil, het hotel is erg centraal gelegen bij de Grote Markt & Groen plaats. Super handige bagage opslag, niets te klagen.
Het hotel voor de tweede keer geboekt gehad, kamer is groot en heerlijk stil, het hotel is erg centraal gelegen bij de Grote Markt & Groen plaats. Super handige bagage opslag, niets te klagen.
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Warren
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
10
David
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly located on a street with no cars, so it was quiet and peaceful. The suite had a skylight so we could see the stars. Felt more like family than a guest there.
Perfectly located on a street with no cars, so it was quiet and peaceful. The suite had a skylight so we could see the stars. Felt more like family than a guest there.
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Carol
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Central location but quiet. Very helpful staff
Central location but quiet. Very helpful staff
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Dining
Breakfast is enjoyed by many and includes simple, fresh items, but the selection is limited and service typically starts at 8 a.m. Complimentary coffee or tea is mentioned.
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Geoffrey
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
8
Jeremy
2 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful little hotel in a quiet street in the city, great room, nice and spacious and super cozy. You can tell they really care about your stay and if you're comfortable, only thing would change is a smoother check-in since we arrived late and there was no one there, although they did allow us to get in awesome breakfast started at eight so we didn't get to enjoy it since we had to leave early.
Wonderful little hotel in a quiet street in the city, great room, nice and spacious and super cozy. You can tell they really care about your stay and if you're comfortable, only thing would change is a smoother check-in since we arrived late and there was no one there, although they did allow us to get in awesome breakfast started at eight so we didn't get to enjoy it since we had to leave early.
10
Heinz
3 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
En super lækker gemt perle midt i byen Morgenmad starter dog først kl 8
En super lækker gemt perle midt i byen Morgenmad starter dog først kl 8
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Vincent
31 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Rapport qualité-prix très moyen. Très bien situé proche de la grand place et au calme. Chambre non rénovée : moquette usée, lits fatigués. Bouteille d’eau offerte. Surclassement possible avec les Rewards. Petit déjeuner quelconque avec pain industriel, portions individuelles au choix très limité, œufs bio frais. 12€ en supplément.
Rapport qualité-prix très moyen. Très bien situé proche de la grand place et au calme. Chambre non rénovée : moquette usée, lits fatigués. Bouteille d’eau offerte. Surclassement possible avec les Rewards. Petit déjeuner quelconque avec pain industriel, portions individuelles au choix très limité, œufs bio frais. 12€ en supplément.
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Margaret
26 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
The hotel was very central and quiet and the staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh but limited choice. The room was spacious with a comfortable bed but the decor needed refreshing, quite a few scratches on paintwork and the towels a little thin and scratchy.
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Robert
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We received an upexpected upgrade to our booking to a larger room on the top floor of the hotel. This meant negotiating three flights of stairs but it was worth it for the extra room. Lots of nice touches including complimentary water and a small bottle of wine in the fridge. The quirky hotel was just what we wanted and there was a free coffee machine in the reception area where soothing classical music was always playing. The owner was very friendly and explained the building's history. The Matelote is in a great position, close to Het Steen, the Grote Markt and lots of Antwerp's shops, cafes and bars.
We received an upexpected upgrade to our booking to a larger room on the top floor of the hotel. This meant negotiating three flights of stairs but it was worth it for the extra room. Lots of nice touches including complimentary water and a small bottle of wine in the fridge. The quirky hotel was just what we wanted and there was a free coffee machine in the reception area where soothing classical music was always playing. The owner was very friendly and explained the building's history. The Matelote is in a great position, close to Het Steen, the Grote Markt and lots of Antwerp's shops, cafes and bars.
10
Jonathan
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel Matelote is a small boutique hotel in the old town, nice hotel, nice breakfast, nice location, a great place to stay in old Antwerp.
Hotel Matelote is a small boutique hotel in the old town, nice hotel, nice breakfast, nice location, a great place to stay in old Antwerp.
10
Bert-Ola
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Läge mitt i centrum tyst bra frukost
Läge mitt i centrum tyst bra frukost
10
Raymond
23 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We got upgraded to suite room. Very unique , modern, and very spacious. The rooms we had were accessed by a small spiral staircase, which is ok by us but perhaps not ideal for person with mobility issue. Receptionist and Eric were very helpful giving recommendations. Few steps away from the center of Antwerp. Breakfast was good and unlimited coffee and tea during the day. Very recommend this hotel. Paid parking 4 min walking distance.
We got upgraded to suite room. Very unique , modern, and very spacious. The rooms we had were accessed by a small spiral staircase, which is ok by us but perhaps not ideal for person with mobility issue. Receptionist and Eric were very helpful giving recommendations. Few steps away from the center of Antwerp. Breakfast was good and unlimited coffee and tea during the day. Very recommend this hotel. Paid parking 4 min walking distance.
8
Sacha
18 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Super aardige meneer. Met prettig ontbijt.
Super aardige meneer. Met prettig ontbijt.
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Geoffrey
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
This hotel is ideally situated near to the Grote Markt and Cathedral. It is in a handsome old building, which has a peaceful central courtyard for sitting in (to cool down in summer? - we were here in autumn, so didn't need it but it would be delightful were one to need a rest from sightseeing). The interior has been tastefully modernised. Because the building is listed, no lift has been installed (no problem for us, who are keen walkers). The owner/manager has lived in the district a long time, knows the city very well, and is willing to give friendly and reliable advice. Cooks an excellent boiled egg. Breakfast a pleasure. We were upgraded free of charge and our room - at the top under the eaves - was large and well-appointed. Thoroughly recommendable - a real enhancement to our stay. Should we return, we will definitely choose this hotel.
10
David
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly located on a street with no cars, so it was quiet and peaceful. The suite had a skylight so we could see the stars. Felt more like family than a guest there.
Perfectly located on a street with no cars, so it was quiet and peaceful. The suite had a skylight so we could see the stars. Felt more like family than a guest there.
10
Barry
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Matelote. Erik was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Hotel is situated right by the cathedral and is central to everything.
We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Matelote. Erik was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Hotel is situated right by the cathedral and is central to everything.
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Warren
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
We ended up with a really spacious suite. Great staff and well located in the center of town, down a small alley (with restaurants etc down it.. a nice alley) and super walkable and close to public transport. Had a great time, just wish we could have stayed longer. There are only stairs in the building (no elevator) due to the historic nature of the building. and the stairs are steep and narrow in this area of the world, with a slight curvature to the base of the stairs in this building, so just be mindful if you have big clunky suitcases. Would totally stay again.
10
Peter
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was great and the owner was personable and helpful in guiding on our stay. We would stay there again
The room was great and the owner was personable and helpful in guiding on our stay. We would stay there again
FAQs about Hotel Matelote
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 14 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for a fee and should be requested in advance.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Antwerp's Old Town, steps from Antwerp Market Square and Vlaeykensgang. It is approximately 0.3 mi from Steen Castle and 0.5 mi from the Cathedral of Our Lady.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids under the age of 12 can stay for free.
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The front desk is open during the following times:
- Monday - Saturday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 14 per person
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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