Nightly rates from $151
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Feb 25, 2012 Check-out: Feb 26, 2012

The Dominican Hotel Brussels

4 stars
Leopoldstraat 9, Brussels, 1000
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.6
out of 5
26 reviews
Pleasant stay

I found this hotel excellent. The room was first class. It was close to the metro and loads of good... See full review

  • JEMireland
  • Feb 3, 2012
Brussels visit

Everything was great! Staff and Hotel were just right. See full review

  • Brussels Visit
  • Jan 12, 2012
Indulge in upscale, contemporary styling in city center

French painter Jacques-Louis David produced beautiful masterpieces in the present day location of The Dominican, which incorporates the façade of David's home into its exquisite design. Award-winning architects designed the distinctive, elegant hotel, featuring soaring ceilings, oversized metal and glass interior windows in the lobby, restaurant, and courtyard. Décor is contemporary and warm, and each suite is individually appointed with a unique personality for discerning guests. Apartment rentals for a month or longer are also available.

Highlights
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
  • Two restaurants and a bar on site
  • Central location
  • Original architectural features
  • On-site sauna and fitness center
Rooms

The standard room is called Deluxe, and includes a pillow menu, indicating the level of luxury at The Dominican. All 150 rooms and suites include free Wi-Fi, complimentary Nespresso coffee and tea, plasma television with video-on-demand, 24-hour room service, a mini-bar, IP telephony, and laptop safe. The bathroom features either a rain shower or a bath, with bathrobes and slippers. Four suites -- Grand Place, Jaques-Louis David, Opera, and Junior Courtyard -- each provide guests varying levels of luxury in uniquely decorated and furnished spaces. Suites feature EX VOTO bathroom amenities and a separate bedroom and living space. All rooms are non-smoking.

Features

The rich history of The Dominican's location, on the site of a 15th century Dominican Abbey, provides the inspiration for the hotel's name, design, and architecture, including soaring ceilings, original stone floors, sweeping archways, and tranquil cloisters. The site was also home to French painter Jacques-Louis David, who painted here his last masterpiece, "Mars disarmed by Venus and the Three Graces." Architects integrated the façade of David's house into the design of The Dominican.

 

Voluminous ceilings, high windows, natural lighting, and intricate metal work only heighten the experience of dining at The Grand Lounge, the heart of The Dominican. Guests enjoy an innovative menu and extensive selection of drinks. The Lounge Bar offers a perfect combination of a traditional café and stylish lounge, with a cutting-edge interior design, inventive drinks, and an a la carte menu. A 300-year-old fig tree shades diners in warmer weather in The Courtyard.

 

A fully equipped gym enables guests to maintain a healthy lifestyle, while the Finnish sauna and Turkish steam bath provide for relaxation.

 

Business and conference services and facilities contributed to The Dominican being named in 2008 among the Top 25 Business Hotels by CNBC European Business magazine.

Transportation
  • Gare de Bruxelles Central rail station (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Metro station de Brouckère (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Brussels National Airport (9.5 mi/15.3 km)
  • Transport from the airport to the city by bus, train or taxi
  • 600 taxi ranks throughout the city
Nearby attractions
  • Botanic Gardens (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Grand Place (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Royal Palace (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Cocoa and Chocolate Museum (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Museum of Natural Sciences (2.2 mi/3.5 km)
  • National Theater (0.5 mi/ 0.8 km)
Business
  • Three multifunctional meeting stations
  • 300-delegate capacity
  • Voted amongst the 25 top business hotels in Europe by CNBC European Business magazine
  • AV equipment

The Dominican Hotel Brussels Rooms

DELUXE - ROOM
Deluxe rooms offer a warm and relaxing feeling in a beautifully designed interior.The rooms are equipped with all modern amenities. WIFI & HSIA (complimentary), Airconditioning, IP Telephony, Safe, Mini-bar, Video on demand, Flat screen TV, Room service, Ironing facility.The bathrooms are relax areas with rain shower or bath, hairdryer and toiletries.
EXECUTIVE - ROOM
The spacious tranquillity of our Executive Rooms is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Enjoy the views over our peaceful and secluded inner courtyard. The Dominican Executive rooms offer exceptional space for guests to unwind in. Our unique inner courtyard of our hotel forms the perfect backdrop to the quiet comfort of our spacious Executive Rooms. Our complimentary mini-bar, Nespresso coffee machine and video on demand make The Dominican Executive rooms a home away from home.

Hotel Map

Leopoldstraat 9, Brussels, 1000

Area served
Brussels has an integrated metro, tram and bus network serving the city and suburbs. The system is a fast, cheap and efficient way of getting round the city. Tickets must be validated before boarding. There are more than 600 taxi ranks.
Nearby airports
Brussels Airport, (BRU), 13.00, NE, Km; Deurne - Antwerp Airport, (ANR), 40.00, N, Km; Charleroi Brussels South Airport, (CRL), 42.00, S, Km; Liege Airport, (LGG), 80.00, E, Km; Lesquin Airport, (LIL), 93.00, W, Km; Eindhoven Airport, (EIN), 100.00, NE, K
Area description
The Dominican is centrally located in a historic heart of Brussels, within walking distance of the distinguished guild houses of the magnificent Grand Place. The Dominican is on the Rue Léopold behind the theatre La Monnaie, a unique destination for elegance from which to discover the delights of Brussels.

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities
  • Fitness center
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Grand Lounge
The Dominican's welcoming Grand Lounge is located in the heart of our building facing the intimate inner courtyard. Enjoy outstanding freedom of choice at the Grand Lounge. The Grand Lounge is available for superb dining or just for guests to relax. The voluminous ceilings, high windows, natural lighting and intricate metal work make The Grand Lounge a stylish setting for a romantic meal or business meeting. Our innovative menu and extensive drinks menu ensure something for all tastes. Enjoy al fresco dining in the central courtyard in warmer weather.
Lounge Bar
The Lounge Bar at The Dominican offers a perfect combination of a traditional café atmosphere with the comfort of a stylish lounge atmosphere. The Lounge Bar features cutting-edge interior design, inventive drinks and an a la carte menu. A delectable selection of food and drinks are available throughout the day. Mingle with stylish guests and the local in-crowd at the Lounge Bar. Enjoy an exotic cocktail at our sophisticated bar in Brussels.

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
3 Conference Rooms. The Dominican presents the ideal conference location in central Brussels. Ever sensitive to our surroundings, The Dominican caters for business needs. State-of-the-art conference rooms with the latest facilities can host a variety of talks and gatherings. Voted among the top 25 business hotels for 2008 by CNBC European Business magazine, The Dominican will ensure a professional meeting or conference.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (26)

Ratings and reviews for The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Overall score

4.6 / 5
26 out of 26
Amenities:
4.4
Room cleanliness:
4.8
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.5

100% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

4
JEMireland
Business
Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Feb 3, 2012

Pleasant stay

I found this hotel excellent. The room was first class. It was close to the metro and loads of good shopping and restaurants.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

5
Brussels Visit
Atlanta
Jan 12, 2012

Brussels visit

Everything was great! Staff and Hotel were just right.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

5
loloferrari
Boston, MA, USA
Oct 30, 2011

sweet spot

beautiful, grand, friendly, well-located, well appointed hotel. stay here!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

eat @ belga queen!

Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

4
don'task
nyc
Aug 8, 2011

exceptional reception staff!!!

wonderfully helpful and charming staff, excellent location, housekeeping less than perfect

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

5
MC
Geneva
Mar 24, 2011

Excellent hotel and location

Central location Friendly and supportive staff Nice and intimate hotel

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

5
Leporello
Business
Rome, Italy
Feb 22, 2011

Close to perfection

I just stayed for 1 night, but it was perfect. I worked a bit and the desk, though tiny, was OK. Free WiFi. The bed was very comfortable and it's a pleasure to wake up and be able to have a Nespresso. The shower is wonderful. All the amenities, from bathrobe to flip-flaps, are included.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

5
Ronny
Not Provided
Dec 21, 2010

Very funky and beautiful hotel

Very funky and beautiful hotel in the center of Brussels. Luxury allover, from the bar with fireplace to the reception area. Rooms were huge with a cosy sitting area and bathroom with a walk in rainshower. Bed with sumptuous linen, great matrass and pillows. Staff very helpful, multilingual and friendly. Our stay was just perfect and the best we ever had in Brussels. Highly recommended !!!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

4
Happy Traveler
Miami, FL
Nov 21, 2010

Nice for a weekend in Brussels

Great location for a weekend in the center of the city. Most attractions are within a 5 - 20 minute walk. The rooms are very large by European standards. It's a good choice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

4
Jack
Hertfordshire
Oct 29, 2010

Perfectly placed oasis

Walk into a small but stylish reception, beautifully decorated. The check-in desk is small with space for two terminals. Sometimes you have to wait for your turn but the staff are patient and helpful. Check in and out was smooth and quick. We liked that you need your cardkey to operate the lifts. A cosy bar and lounge with atrium dining space was popular with guests and locals alike. Stayed in room 233 & 235 which overlooked the dining atrium so it was a pleasant view. The bedrooms were a compact size with wall mounted central flat-screen TV panel and cupboard under it, armchair, desk+chair, mini-bar, tea/coffee, safe and iron + board in wardrobe. They had a topper on our kingsize bed but it didn't help that the mattress was sagging in the middle and should be replaced (we told them) We asked for a shower in our very compact ensuite. The glass side panel wasn't wide enough to stop water splashing out so place the mat by the entrance to the shower cubicle. Also the tray holding your toiletries is at the opposite end to the shower head so you have to stretch or turn around to reach it. Minor point - cleaners didn't clean off drips from shower tray so limescale marks made it look "dirty". Everything is in walking distance, attractions, restaurants, shopping... even minimart is 1 min away. If you drive, park in multi-storey car park on Rue de l' Ecuyer (approx £14.50/day), also 1 min walk away. Bring good walking shoes as most tourist areas are cobble-stoned!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Beware restaurant row on Rue Marche Aux Herbes - prices are v high and they charge for every little thing - paid £3 for a thin glass(4cm x 12/13cm) of Coke. Even tried to charge for the free cocktails and deserts we didn't order. Paid for what we did eat and left. Go to Arcadi, a typical French style cafe on same road as car park for breakfast. Full English, lovely open omelettes, hot chocolate.

Review of The Dominican Hotel Brussels

Reviewer score

5
biship
Phila, PA
Oct 11, 2010

Freaking amazing.

Very nice hotel. Sweet monk chanting in the lifts. Rooms lovely. Beds a little soft, but ok.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Short walk up a hill to everything.

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