Hotel Rubens - Grote Markt is a four-star hotel in the Old Town at Oude Beurs 29, within three minutes of the Antwerp Market Square, the Cathedral of Our Lady and City Hall, and within three minutes of Het Steen. The Green Square is four minutes away, while Antwerp Central Station is about nineteen minutes on foot. The hotel offers five room types, a bar and lounge, a garden and a terrace, free Wi-Fi, and covered self parking on site for a daily fee, which is rare in the old centre. A buffet breakfast is shown as free of charge in the rates, served in the morning on weekdays and a little later at weekends. There is no pool, spa, restaurant or gym listed.
Location and getting around
The address could hardly be better for a first visit. Step out and the Grote Markt, the Brabo fountain, the cathedral and the quayside are all a few minutes’ walk, and the diamond museum DIVA is nearby. The station is a longer walk, so use a tram or taxi with luggage. Brussels Airport is about forty-seven minutes by car.
The hotel
The garden and terrace are a welcome retreat after sightseeing, and the bar and lounge provide an easy place for an evening drink. Wi-Fi is free throughout, and the buffet breakfast adds value to the rate. Covered parking on site is useful if you arrive by car, though spaces are limited and a fee applies. The hotel notes that construction at a neighbouring building may cause some noise, so ask about quieter rooms.
Who it suits
First-time visitors, couples and anyone who wants to be in the middle of the historic centre without paying five-star prices. It works well for art lovers who want to walk to the cathedral and the Rubens sights. If you want a restaurant and gym on site, look at Hotel FRANQ; if you want a smaller, simpler base with a similar location, Hotel Matelote is the alternative.
Why stay here
- ✓Four-star Old Town location
- ✓Bar and lounge
- ✓Garden and terrace
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Buffet breakfast
- ✓Covered parking (fee)
- ✓Five room types
- ✓Steps from the Grote Markt
Good questions
Where is Hotel Rubens - Grote Markt?+
At Oude Beurs 29 in the Old Town, about three minutes on foot from the Grote Markt, the cathedral and City Hall.
Does the hotel have parking?+
Yes, covered self parking is available on site for a daily fee, subject to availability.
Is there a garden or terrace?+
Yes, the hotel has a garden and terrace, plus a bar and lounge.
