Hotels in Belgium

When planning a trip to Belgium, you may be considering which are the best cities to visit. Some of them have great public transport systems, such as the country’s most populated city, Antwerp. Most tourist attractions are walking distance from each other, although Antwerp does have bus and tram routes. Individual tickets that are valid for multiple routes for one hour chunks of time are very affordable, and there are also multiple-day passes. Book hotels in Belgium near central public transportation stops like the Antwerp Business Suites near the Groenplaats station in the historic Old Town. The capital city of Belgium, Brussels, also has an extensive public transport system that makes all parts of the city easily accessible. Find hotels in Belgium cities like Brussels, around the Bruxelles-Central Station near the historic center.

Belgium is world-famous for being the home to NATO headquarters as well as the EU Commission and Parliament and, of course, Belgian waffles. In the capital city of Brussels, visitors can explore the outdoor market place, the Grand Place, which is free of charge unless they decide to bring home some souvenirs. The Manneken Pis statue is another famous Belgian site that attracts plenty of visitors. There are cheap hotels in Belgium right nearby, like the Guesthouse Bxlroom. In the port city of Ghent, take in the medieval architecture in the historic center of the town and consider exploring the inside of the medieval Gravensteen Castle. Visitors can expect to pay a fee for a basic entry ticket. It’s possible to find cheap hotels in Belgium right by the Gravensteen castle, like the Hotel Gravensteen. If you go to the city of Bruges, the Belfry of Bruges bell tower is a must. It’s beautiful from the outside, but with an entrance fee, you can explore the interior.

Both Antwerp and Brussels are known for their lively nightlife. Belgians love their beer, so while you’re in the country, you’ll have to taste different local beers. In Belgium, they also love their music festivals. One of the most awaited ones, Tomorrowland, is celebrated in the town of Boom, between Brussels and Antwerp. To be near the daily nightlife in Brussels, stay in Belgium hotels like the Aris Grand Place Hotel, centrally located in the city. As for the foodies visiting Belgium, there are a few dishes that you have to try while you’re in town. For instance, mussels with fries is a very popular dish, even just to order at a casual restaurant. Belgium is also globally known for its waffles as well as its chocolate. You’ll come across various waffle stands as well as eateries, no matter where you are in Belgium, offering this delicious dessert.

A lot of the historical buildings and landmarks are concentrated in the country’s capital city, Brussels. While you’re in Brussels within the historic city center, you’ll find museums such as the Belgium Jewish Museum, the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium and Magritte Museum. All of them have an admission fee and, in general, get busier during the high season, which is mainly during the summer months. Find a hotel in Brussels near the area where the museums are, like the NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon. Close to the city of Liege, there are a couple castles you can visit, which have been transformed into museums for all to see. The Franchimont Castle lays in ruins while the Reinhardstein Castle has been preserved. This last one has an admission fee to visit.

Visiting Belgium in July would make for the least expensive trip at just R1 169 per night on average. To save on your trip, avoid planning it during December, as this is the most expensive month on average.

As many would assume, more people stay in Antwerp than in any other city while visiting Belgium.

Prices of luxury hotel rooms fluctuate based on the location and hotel brand that you stay at, but in Belgium you can expect a nightly rate of about R1 686, which is 21% above the average hotel room cost of R2 157 per night.

At R2 345 per night, Ghent is the most expensive city in Belgium to book a hotel room in. The average cost of R2 345 is about 9% above the country's average price per night.

If you are travelling to Belgium on a budget, plan to stay in Antwerp which boasts the lowest average hotel room cost in the country. Charging about 75% lower than the country’s average, hotel room rates in Antwerp are typically around R527 per night.

As of April 2024, there are 24 608 operators available to choose from for hotels in Belgium.

Prices for hotels in Belgium refresh daily.