Hotel FRANQ is a four-star hotel in the Old Town, at Kipdorp 10-12, and it places guests within a few minutes’ walk of nearly everything that matters. The Antwerp Market Square and the Cathedral of Our Lady are each about six minutes on foot, the City Hall seven, the Meir shopping street six and the Green Square five, while Antwerp Central Station is about fifteen minutes away on foot. On site there is a restaurant, described as Michelin-starred, a bar and a gym, and free Wi-Fi in every room. The hotel offers seven room types, so you can choose between a simple stay and something roomier, and covered parking is available in limited numbers for a fee. It is a fine pick for travellers who want to walk to the main sights.
Location and getting around
The Kipdorp address is in the heart of the centre. Walking is the right way to move around here: the Meir, the Rubens statue area and the Grote Markt are all within minutes, and the historic streets around the cathedral begin practically at the door. The airport is around twenty-three minutes by car, and trams run nearby for longer journeys.
The hotel
Guests can eat at the restaurant on site, which is described as Michelin-starred, or have a drink at the bar. There is a gym for workouts, and breakfast is a full spread served in the morning for a fee. Wi-Fi is free, and covered self parking is offered in limited numbers with a height limit, so check dimensions if you arrive by car. There is no pool or spa listed.
Who it suits
Couples and food lovers who want to dine at the hotel, and first-time visitors who prefer to walk to the cathedral and the Grote Markt. It also suits business guests who want an elegant central address. If you need a spa or a pool, the Botanic Sanctuary is the stronger choice; if you prefer a smaller, simpler Old Town stay, Hotel Matelote offers that at a lower level.
Why stay here
- ✓Restaurant on site
- ✓Bar
- ✓Gym
- ✓Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- ✓Seven room types
- ✓Covered parking (limited, fee)
- ✓Full breakfast (fee)
- ✓Old Town location
Good questions
Where is Hotel FRANQ?+
At Kipdorp 10-12 in the Old Town, about six minutes on foot from the Cathedral of Our Lady and the Grote Markt.
Does it have a restaurant?+
Yes, it has an on-site restaurant described as Michelin-starred, plus a bar and a gym.
Is parking available?+
Covered self parking is available in limited numbers for a fee, with height restrictions.
