Hôtel des galeries
Where elegance sleeps soundly
Brussels is a city of contrasts. Between European institutions and neighborhood friteries, Art Nouveau facades and glass skyscrapers, cobbled alleys and traffic tunnels, the city balances eras without ever losing its footing. The same goes for its hotels: on one side, the giants of the business world; on the other, the hidden gems whispered among seasoned travelers. And right between the two, a jewel of elegance and authenticity: Hôtel des Galeries.
A cozy retreat above history
It doesn’t get more central than this: perched at the intersection of Galerie du Roi and Rue des Bouchers, this 23-room boutique hotel radiates discreet Brussels charm. From its windows, a postcard-worthy view: the Grand Place and its golden-stone Town Hall, the glass rooftops of the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, the buzzing gourmet scene of the cobbled streets… Brussels at its finest.
But what truly stands out when you step inside is the contrast between the city’s vibrant energy and the serenity of the hotel. Hôtel des Galeries is a haven of classic hospitality: warm wooden floors, charming shutters, tiled showers, plush duvets, and carefully curated vintage furnishings. No ostentatious luxury, no flashy décor—just refined simplicity and a design built for comfort.
A living book of the city
Sleeping in a hotel above the Galeries Saint-Hubert feels like stepping inside the pages of a novel you never want to close. After all, these arcades have long been a sanctuary for great minds: Baudelaire wandered their halls, Alexandre Dumas filled them with sword-fighting tales, and Victor Hugo poured his literary musings into exile.
Just a few steps away, Galerie Bortier, the bohemian younger sibling of the Saint-Hubert arcades, continues to house booksellers and print collectors, offering a perfect bridge between centuries. Literature lovers can extend the experience at La Librairie, the charming café adjacent to the hotel, where a fresh breakfast pairs beautifully with a Simenon novel.
Chic without frills, comfort without compromise
Hôtel des Galeries strikes the perfect balance between elegance and intimacy. Neither a cold, impersonal luxury hotel nor an overly bohemian inn, it charms guests with its refined yet unpretentious atmosphere. A place where you sleep well, eat well, and take the time to simply enjoy life.
And if Brussels is a book meant to be read, then Hôtel des Galeries is surely one of its most beautiful chapters.
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
Rue des Bouchers 38, 1000 Brussels