Expert reviews
“Craves, a boutique hotel in a historic building right off Grand-Place, opened its 75 rooms (with interiors by the London design studio Saar Zafrir) in 2022.”
“Having had a complete makeover and rebranding, it doesn’t take long to appreciate the selling point of Craves, whose stylish, speakeasy-style Art Deco bar and accompanying Middle Eastern restaurant draw the eye as you make your way to the reception.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Craves Hotel in Brussels is this really cool boutique spot smack in the heart of the city, just a stone’s throw from the Grand Place. The whole vibe feels like stepping into a chic burlesque dream.
Think deep petrol blues, velvet textures, floral wallpaper, and Art Deco touches everywhere. There are 75 rooms, some even with a private entrance, and the interior design is all about ambience: cozy, intimate, and a little bit bold.
But it’s not just about the looks. Craves has a full culinary side, too. On the ground floor is Le Conteur, a restaurant that feels like a celebration every night, with bold flavors and a “joie de vivre” kind of spirit.
For late-night drinks, there’s Scène, their speakeasy-style bar tucked away in the hotel. It’s perfect place to chill, sip a crafted cocktail, and soak in the moody, sophisticated atmosphere.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
9 April 2026
A relaxing stay in a tidy room, in a central area, would recommend.
Comfortable beds in a spacious, well-furnished and -decorated room. The clean and big bathroom was a big plus. The location is very central, close to shops, restaurants, and public transport.
It got pretty cold in the evenings in the room and the provided heaters could not really heat the room effectively. The fact that the bathroom lights also bring in cold air at the same time was not particularly pleasant either.
30 March 2026
I recommend this hotel.
The location of the hotel was excellent and very convenient. The beds and sheets were clean and very comfortable, which made the stay more pleasant. However, we were placed in a building across the street from the main hotel, as the staff informed us there were no rooms for four available in the main building. The bathroom was not very clean, and there were no slippers provided, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, a good stay mainly because of the location and comfortable bed.
The bathroom was not very clean, and there were no slippers provided, which was a bit disappointing.
29 March 2026
A little oasis in the centre of Brussels - with character and ambience
Very good location, central but quiet. Comfortable room, plenty of space and nice little touches, not generic or modern. Beautifully decorated and good sized bed.
The bathroom tended to flood, there was no fan and the condensation was a little problematical. The only other negative was that the towels were really thin.
29 March 2026
Nice stay
Thé location was perfect! Nice staff overall.
The walls and doors are quite thin so we could hear almost everything in the tower rooms, also at least in our room the window was very small and up high in the wall therefor very minimum of natural light.
26 March 2026
Very good
Nice hotel. Great Location.
21 March 2026
Very good
Decoration, location, vibe, service, breakfast
You could hear the noise of the garbage trucks going on all night, inside of the room with the windows closed
21 March 2026
Excellent location, good breakfast
Kind staff, excellent location, good breakfast
Too dark corridors and walls
20 March 2026
Great location but noisy
Nice room, good shower.
It's opposite noisy bars which stayed open almost all night. Could do with better double glazing! Quite difficult to sleep.
18 March 2026
Very good
The staff was very helpful and always willing to assist us. The room was cleaned daily, and the location is excellent, right in the center, with a nice restaurant on the ground floor.
The room did not have a refrigerator or a kettle, and although it was cleaned every day, the bed sheets were not changed during our stay.
17 March 2026
The breakfast was delicious and the room was nice and clean. We had a very good time here!
We had an overall pleasant stay. The room was clean, nicely decorated, and comfortable. The breakfast was very good, with a good variety of options and fresh products. The staff was polite, the hotel has a nice atmosphere, and the location is excellent for visiting Brussels. Overall, we would recommend this hotel.
The only inconvenience I experienced was during check-in. My girlfriend arrived before me and initially she was not allowed to enter the room until I arrived. However, after some time, they eventually allowed her to go into the room, which she appreciated. Aside from this, everything else was perfectly fine.
15 March 2026
Fabulous
Breakfast was very simple, almost no vegetables or fruits. No bread. But otherwise OK.
14 March 2026
Fabulous
Beautiful decor
Noise windows did not close and near construction site. Weird that restaurant and hotel not associated but at least there were coffee stations in the hotel.
9 March 2026
Good option to Brussels
Location and the spacious room
A lot of carpet even in the walls. Quite old fashioned. I’m a bit allergic to it
7 March 2026
Perfect Location and Timeless Elegance
I recently stayed at Hotel Craves in Brussels, and I can’t recommend it enough! The location is absolutely perfect—right in the heart of the city, on the main pedestrian street. Although the hotel feels intimate when you first step in, it actually spans two floors with plenty of space—so it’s cozy but not small. The staff is incredibly helpful—always smiling, eager to assist with luggage, and they even let me leave my bags both before check-in and after check-out. The whole place has a unique charm—not your standard chain hotel. It has a kind of baroque, vintage French vibe—think old-fashioned rotary phones, a clawfoot bathtub, and a darker, atmospheric feel. The rooms are tastefully decorated, spotless, and I found everything I needed. On the first floor, there’s a communal coffee station, which was a nice perk, and I also used the ironing room—everything was fine there. Breakfast was fantastic—lots of variety, so everyone can find something they like. In the evening, there’s a restaurant downstairs—we didn’t dine there, but we had drinks, and they were great. Overall, I highly recommend Hotel Craves for anyone looking for a cozy, charming, and character-filled stay in Brussels!
6 March 2026
A nice experience, well located in Brussel's transportati, especially if you are there for business.
Excellent location and very good and supportive staff.
Very small, but comfortable bed.
5 March 2026
Charming but too expensive for what it is
Old fashion vibe, nicely decorated.
Quite dirty, especially the carpets.
2 March 2026
We loved staying here, we’ll book it again if we come back.
The hotel is located in town center, just a few steps from the Grand Plaza. Very clean and comfortable.
The room they gave us wasn’t really in the hotel but in front of it, but is was ok anyway.
2 March 2026
Very good
Comfortable bed
Room was small
2 March 2026
Overall, we had a wonderful stay and are grateful for the hospitality.
We really liked the staff — attentive, friendly, and always ready to help. The hotel is beautiful, with a pleasant atmosphere, and the breakfasts were truly delicious and varied.
After the cleaning, there was an unpleasant smell in our room — it felt as if the floors had been cleaned with a dirty mop. Also, the curtain at the bottom was very dirty, which slightly affected our overall impression.
26 February 2026
A perfect experience!
I liked the hotel, the way it was decorated and furnished, the nice atmosphere and kindness of the employees. Although my room was small, it was great and also the breakfast was wonderful with fresh fruits etc. So I have recommended the hotel already to 3 persons and will for sure come again!
nothing
25 February 2026
Ok
Good location
It was a tiny room
19 February 2026
Very good
It was cute place
There was a moon on the wall and the window
17 February 2026
Great location!
The location was right in the middle of the city and a block from the Holiday Markets. We LOVED that we could walk one block to all the attractions, square, and restaurants. The metro was around the corner, allowing us to quickly get to tours outside the city. The breakfast was also very nice, with plenty of options and the dinner menu had delicious choices, with a very friendly staff, whobmade our holiday very special. We definitely recommend this as an option.
The hotel is center city, so driving (Ride shares) is limited, because driving is prohibited during certain hours, so be prepared to walk and meet your driver. The area can be a bit loud, which could've been because of the holiday season, so if you prefer a quieter stay, you may need a different option. The windows in the rooms were pretty high, and you couldn't see out of them. Overall our stay was very nice!
17 February 2026
OK stay in central location
Location is central.
Rather indifferent customer service. The overall cleanliness could be improved.
17 February 2026
Pleasant
Location is the main advantage and the breakfast was also good.
The baroc style of the hotel needs a renovation.
16 February 2026
Great location and great value as long as you're not a light sleeper.
Location is perfect. Directly in the city centre and a short walk (10 mins) to the Central station although it's no fun pulling suitcases over cobbled streets. My room was large and met all my expectations.
Woken up each morning at 05:00 by delivery trucks and road sweeping trucks outside my window.
16 February 2026
Pleasant
Location was amazing. We we're in the second building across the street which had a weird vibe. We also didn't have breakfast at the hotel but at the woodpecker restaurant which was amazing.
14 February 2026
Great location
Great location and a lot of thought given to style/ambience. Good-sized room for a solo traveller and good bathroom.
Decor was a bit on the dark side. While a breakfast was available, the dining area isn't actually run by them. So, if you wanted a dinner there, you don't get any priority.
13 February 2026
Pleasant sray
The staff was very helpful and polite. The location is great, too.
The is no refrigerator in the room.
12 February 2026
Perfect location and the restaurant within the hotel (although not actually part of the hotel) was great; lovely ambianc
Amazing location, right in the centre where we wanted to be however not noisy.
Quite dark decor but we knew that beforehand and my daughter liked it.
10 February 2026
Comment and nice!
Ideally located, and the room was quite nice!
We faced the road, so it was really loud with people talking and yelling at night! Some areas in room could be cleaner, like headboards.
10 February 2026
Perfect location.
Wide. Clean. Perfect location! Room for four!
Wi-fi didn’t work.
7 February 2026
Fabulous
The staff were lovely, the area was amazing and everything was right on the doorstep
While I loved the tea/coffee area, it would have been nice to have had something like that in my room.
4 February 2026
Not for light sleepers but very pleasant else
Very elegant room, well-designed interior and friendly staff make this a pleasant hotel to choose
Not great insulation between windows and streets means every noise is heard. The doors to the rooms also insulate quite badly and you can hear people talk at low volume in the hallway during the night quite easily.
2 February 2026
Pleasant
The style of the rooms and the hotel is beautiful, there is the resto and bar and a club as well.
Price quality ratio a bit high. They claim they have parking but it is not true. Is just the public underground parkings in the neighborhood, which costs 25-28 euro a day.
2 February 2026
Very good
Location is excellent, comfortable room and very quiet.
Nothing
1 February 2026
My go to hotel in central Brussels fun lively and stylish
Stylish boutique decor I am excellent location
No coffee in room
27 January 2026
Nice experience
I like the stay, the people in the Bar are soo friendly.
The breakfast can be better, we eat out of the hotel for better price and more options.
26 January 2026
Fine, but would not stay here again.
Location
Dark decor throughout. Furnishings in pubic areas badly maintained: chipped paint, dead plants, curtains hanging of rails.
25 January 2026
Pleasant
Location
16 January 2026
Great visit
Quiet tidy and comfortable room
12 January 2026
Very good
Stylish decor Comfortable & clean V central location
Noise from the nightclub goes through to the bedrooms
9 January 2026
Fabulous
Very nice location near the Grand Place.
The hallway was a bit dark, needs more lighting.
5 January 2026
Pleasant
Very good location. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Unfortunately, this hotel is very tired and needs an update, even down to the toaster at breakfast barely working, with the function knob dropping off all the time Bathroom very dated.
2 January 2026
Perfect location but could be nosy at night
The location was perfect (but you cannot get a taxi right too it so have to walk a bit with cases). And the buffet breakfast was really good
The restaurant/bar on the ground floor is incredibly nosy in the evenings - cannot sit to have a quiet drink (cannot hear anyone talking) and I’d hate to be on the floor above it
1 January 2026
Very good
Good location and very clean rooms, nice breakfast and kind staff. Good vibes by night in the weekend and very nice deco. I'd definitely come back whenever in Brussels
The fact that you have a very late check in at 2 is not flexible for people who come earlier
29 December 2025
Fabulous
I liked the hotel's location. The room is too small for a double, and you can hear everything very loudly—people walking in the hallway and a baby crying through the walls... This makes the hotel a two-star hotel. The breakfast is very modest.
I эThe room is too small for a double, and you can hear everything very loudly—people walking in the hallway and a baby crying through the walls... This makes the hotel a two-star hotel. The breakfast is very modest.
27 December 2025
Fabulous
Location was really nice. Room was clean and spacious, overall nice place to stay.
27 December 2025
Good
Good
Good
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Wine/champagne
Services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Ironing service
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
- - Luggage storage
- - Daily housekeeping
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
Reception services
- - Invoice provided

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10 April 2026
Great location but very noisy during night