Astrid Centre Hotel

Location. Centrally located in Brussels, Belgium, the Astrid Centre Hotel stands less than 400 meters from the Grand Place and the historic Mannekin Pis statue. The museum of Modern Art and the Museum of Ancient Art are also located 400 meters from the hotel.

Hotel Features. Buffet-style breakfasts are served in a brightly designed breakfast room each morning (surcharge), and a variety of beverages and cocktails are offered in the lobby bar. A small business center houses a computer and print facilities. Two function rooms accommodate gatherings, and wireless Internet access is available in the lobby. Practical hotel amenities include laundry services.

Guestrooms. This six-story hotel offers 100 guestrooms equipped with wireless Internet access, in-room safes and satellite television. Room décor is uncomplicated, with either neutral color schemes or earth tones accented with vibrantly hued bedspreads and draperies. Floors are carpeted, and small sitting areas are provided. Private bathrooms feature handheld showerheads.

Expert Tip. The De Brouckere metro station, located 100 meters from the hotel, is one of few commercial stations that offers complete maps of the city and sells STIB/MIVB cards. These cards allow travel throughout the city on the metro, bus, tram and train systems, with the exception of Line 12 that offers service to Brussels International Airport.