Hotel in zona Ixelles Libraire Sans Souci, Ixelles

When I chose Aqua Hotel I had in mind the proximity of a means of public transport (about 5 min walk is the subway station Porte de Namur), the positive reviews of other travelers and it caught my attention in the photos posted on booking.com and TripAdviser a large decoration inside the hotel. Arriving on the spot, the first impression was of a decent hotel, but because I already have some experience in traveling and after talking to the reception staff and the hotel manager, I can say that it is a very good hotel. The hotel was made 12 years ago. In the building, which was completely renovated to meet the new use, the offices of a branch of Kodak were previously located. I understand that the owner of the hotel is a great art lover and even had an art gallery before the hotel where works of contemporary Belgian plastic artists were exhibited/sold. Paintings that were not sold now decorate the hotel rooms. In my room I have a 2014 Yorik Efira. This explains the decoration that I mentioned before. In fact, it is a work of art belonging to Arne Quinze. It is made of wooden planks painted in a shrill blue that contrasts with the whiteness of the walls. The work symbolizes several streams of water that are found both outside and inside, seeming to penetrate through the glass roof of the hallway at the reception. The work follows the elements of the building and gives the impression of dynamism. Quite unusual for a hotel! The bed is comfortable, all the installations in the room / toilet work flawlessly, cleaning is done every day. Breakfast is rich, diverse, and the omelette is present. Next to it sausages, or small slices of roasted ham. And the pastry, a miracle! The staff is very kind and provides accurate and useful information about the problems you may have as a tourist in Brussels.

Super séjour! La chambre était spacieuse même si nous n'avons pas apprécié qu'il y ai 2 couettes. Néanmoins la sale de bain n'était pas propre car il y avait des taches de colle. Je recommande et retourner dans cet hôtel.

Esperienza davvero fantastica a Bruxelles. L'hotel è facile da trovare dopo la metropolitana, un po' lontano dalla stazione centrale, ma va bene così! La stanza per una persona singola è davvero bella.

Séjour d’1 nuit en Janvier 2023 L’établissement fait le choix de conduire une rénovation (bien nécessaire) en restant ouvert. Les travaux occasionnent l’arrêt du chauffage dans l’ensemble de l’établissement. La chambre single n°14 était équipée d’un chauffage d’appoint …. qui n’est pas fonctionnel lorsque l’on n’est pas dans la chambre dans la mesure où l’absence du badge d’accès coupe l’électricité. Au coucher la température est donc glaciale et lit de 80 cm (!), équipé d’une couette à peine plus large ne permet pas de se réchauffer. L’eau de la baignoire ne s’écoule pas. La poussière est présente partout (escalier de l’accès de nuit, ascenseur …). Le petit-déjeuner n’apporte aucun réconfort car quelques chauffages d’appoint ne parviennent pas non plus à réchauffer la pièce. Des regrets me sont opposés à la réclamation que j’ai formalisée à la suite de cette expérience désastreuse. L’établissement me répond au bout de 5 jours et m’informe qu’aucun dédommagement ne peut m’être accordé prétendant « ne pas être au courant de cet inconfort » et affirmant que dans le cas contraire « ils auraient changé ma chambre ou trouvé une solution satisfaisante (sic) ». A fuir …. au moins juqu’à la fin des travaux

4 of us stayed here in a quad room which was surprisingly very spacious. The hotel is located within walking distance from Bruxelles-Midi Brussel-Zuid train station and bus depot where we caught the Flixibus. At the time the hotel was surrounded in scaffolding and looked like a building site but on entry the inside was clean although slightly cluttered as there was a lot in such a small reception. As you entered, a massive information stand stood separating the reception from the narrow breakfast area. The wooden reception area looked welcoming as lots of plants around and interesting pictures on the wall. Check in was quick & easy. The smallest and oddest lift and I've ever been in took us 2 at a time to the narrow corridors where we found our room. As we entered the room, there was a single bed to the left and the bathroom on the right. Long side the bed was a mirror and at the end of the bed was a chair, a large 5-headed lamp and a desk that held a fridge on one side with a flat screen TV above the desk. The TV could not be properly viewed from the single bed as it was in line with it so it would have probably been best viewed if the TV was placed in the corner for all sleeping areas to view. In front of the desk was a large L-shaped settee which was also wrongly set up to watch the TV as half of the settee meant you had your back to the TV. The settee was used as a bed and situated by a coffee table under a large window that had a city view. To the left of the settee was the large double bed with a headboard that had built in bedside drawers with bedside lamps on each one. Opposite the settee was a large, old-fashioned double wardrobe. There was another window in the room that was small and showed a small balcony which you couldn't access. The mosaic bathroom has 2 sinks with a glass shelf and a large mirror above plus a hairdryer next to them. There was also a bath with a shower hose attached to the bath taps and another small window viewing the inaccessible balcony. We didn't have breakfast but the breakfast area looked clean and basic with a coffee and vending machine and all with table settings for 2. At the end of the breakfast area was a large garden with some artistic statues and at the beginning was a small lounge area with armchairs and a coffee table. The hotel was also located within walking distance to the main shopping, restaurants, bars and club areas.

Stai qui 2 notti con la famiglia di 4. L'hotel è moderno, pulito e spazioso. Il cibo (ad esempio, pizza) e le bevande sono disponibili nel lobby in qualsiasi momento della giornata. Questo hotel è a circa 30 minuti di auto dalla Gare du Nord. Pros: - Circa 5-10 min passeggiata alla stazione ferroviaria più vicina e un altro 10-15min treni a città (2.10 euro per un singolo biglietto) - Lavanderia (con ferro) e palestra situato nel secondo piano - Le letti e le mutandine sono lussuosamente comode. Molto impressionato con la qualità delle camere e il grande servizio clienti - Carrefour grocery 1 min walk Uber è molto economico in questa città rispetto ad altri paesi dell'UE. Si prega di notare che questo hotel è situato accanto (o è collegato) ad un ospedale. Ciò significa che i taxi sono disponibili tutto il giorno, ma sirene saranno sentite durante il vostro soggiorno. In generale, consiglio questo hotel a coloro che visitano la zona. Tuttavia, la prossima volta resterò in un hotel nella città di Bruxelles.

The hotel was nice and friendly. I ordered room services and food from the hotel restaurant was delicious. Highly recommend and also there’s vegetarian options in the menu. Room was clean and the atmosphere in hotel is chill. But the room we selected had no proper wardrobe. I personally liked their interior style. Would visit again when I come to Brussels :)

La mia esperienza complessiva è stata ok. La camera d'albergo e la posizione erano buone con il prezzo che ho pagato. Tuttavia, il Wi-Fi ha avuto un problema durante il mio soggiorno, il che è stato davvero problematico perché avevo bisogno di lavorare. Inoltre, sull'app diceva che la stanza doveva essere dotata di cassetta di sicurezza e congelatore, ma nella realtà non esisteva una cosa del genere. Ho contattato l'addetto alla reception e mi sono rivolto al direttore dell'hotel, ma nessuno mi ha ricontattato.

Had an amazing stay. The room was beautiful with a very comfortable bed. The cocktails at the bar made by Benjamin and Sarah were amazing. In regards to the food, the cardo burger, ”the fish” plate and the chocolate cake dessert were all delicious. It's always a big plus to have a bar with friendly staff and good drinks. Will definitely stay here again.

Hotel nella periferia di Bruxelles ma a 15 minuti a piedi dal centro. Camera spaziale e funzionale, senza rumore e con letti abbastanza comodi. Colazione corretta, con involucri, formaggio, latte, cereali e un po 'di bollitore. Il personale è piacevole e alcuni di loro, parla spagnolo. Tempo di soggiorno decorato con buon gusto. Wifi corretto.