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About the Hotel

Schapenstraat 1, Leuven, Belgium, 3000

Rooms & Accommodations

Guestrooms include air conditioning, box-spring bedding, and private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers. All rooms feature free WiFi, safes, mini-bars, and flat-screen TVs. Some units offer a seating area. Modern decor with desk and telephone.

Dining & Drinks

The hotel has an on-site bar for drinks. Various restaurants are within walking distance, including options near Pater Damiaanplein and the Old Market Square.

Location & Transportation

Located at Pater Damiaanplein next to Sint-Antoniuskapel, in central Leuven. Walking distance to Old Market Square, University Hall, St Michael's Church (0.3 km), and Grote Markt (0.5 km). Brussels Airport is 25 km away, accessible by train in 20 minutes. Secure on-site garage parking available.

Services & Facilities

Services include dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a business center with a 430 sq ft meeting room. The hotel has a terrace, elevator, and locked bicycle storage. Free WiFi throughout property. No pets allowed.

Nearby Attractions

Within walking distance: Stella Artois brewery, Kessel-Lo Provincial Park, historical Leuven Town Hall, Saint Peter's Church, Grand Beguinage of Leuven (1 km), and STUK arts center. Close to university campus and shopping streets.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

185 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

Shower

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Single Room

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

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1 Single bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Leuven1700 ft

Airports

Zaventem (BRU) 14.7 mi

Deurne (ANR) 37.2 mi

Train

Leuven Train Station5000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Location

Schapenstraat 1, Leuven, Belgium, 3000

Map view

Schapenstraat 1, Leuven, Belgium, 3000

City landmarks

Church

Grand Beguinage of Leuven

2700 ft

Landmark

Saint Gertrude Church

3000 ft

Landmark

Stuk

2700 ft

Landmark

University Library & Bell Tower

3800 ft

Botanical Garden

Hortus Botanicus Lovaniensis

3200 ft

Landmark

Park Abbey

1.7 mi

Castle

Arenberg Castle

1.6 mi

Church

Saint Jacob's Church

2400 ft

Landmark

Diestsestraat

3800 ft

Landmark

Vallend paard

2500 ft

Landmark

Ladeuzeplein

3800 ft

Nearby

Naamsestraat 57a

Saint Michael's Church

700 ft

Public Building

Historical Leuven Town hall

1700 ft

Square

Grote Markt

1700 ft

Church

Saint Peter's Church

1700 ft

Park

Sint-Donatus Park

1700 ft

Museum

M-Museum Leuven

1700 ft

Great Market Square 9

Town Hall

1700 ft

Oude Markt

Old Market Square

1700 ft

University

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

1700 ft

Square

Old market

1700 ft

Square

Leuven Old Market

1700 ft

Naamsestraat z/n

Renee

600 ft

Art object

Kotmadam

1100 ft

Klein Begijnhof 3000 Leuven

Petit beguinage de Louvain

1700 ft

LeuvenBelgium

Great Market Square

1700 ft

Church

Sint-Antoniuskerk

300 ft

Diestsestraat Corner of Vanderkelenstraat

Dorre The Baker

2000 ft

Event hall

The Roman Gate

1700 ft

Art object

Fons Sapientiae

1700 ft

Restaurants

amici miei

1200 ft

Naamsestraat 24

Het Hoekske

1100 ft

Naamsestraat 36

Donki

1200 ft

Oude Markt 48

Vesper

1000 ft

Oude Markt 39

Wereldcafe.coop

1100 ft

Joris Helleputteplein 2

Den Brosser

1100 ft

Oude Markt 45

Plaza

1200 ft

Oude Markt 47

Quick Asia

1400 ft

Zeelstraat 6

Vangrootloon

1500 ft

Naamsestraat 12

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

88%

enjoyed their stay & would return

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

6.6

Location

9.4

Service

8.8

Dining

6.6

Adam

United States, August 2024

7.4/10

I recently stayed at this hotel, and overall, it was an okay experience. The location was perfect, right in the city center and quiet, which I really appreciated. The rooms were clean, but I found them a bit small and a bit noisy during the week. The service was friendly and supportive, and I enjoyed the breakfast. However, the dining options could be better, as it didn't exceed my expectations. For the price, I think it offers decent value, but there are aspects that could be improved.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean, but they were a bit small and had some noise from the elevator. I also noticed the ventilation wasn't great, leading to a moist feeling if I didn't keep the window open.

Service

8.0

The staff was really nice and offered me a welcoming drink, which was a pleasant surprise. They were supportive throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, being very close to the city center yet still surprisingly quiet. It's just a 5-minute walk to the old market and central plaza.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was good, but it didn't really wow me. It was more average than anything else.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, though nothing stood out as particularly luxurious or modern.

Neil

United States, August 2024

7.8/10

The hotel was in a great central location, just a short walk to the cathedral and town center, making it convenient for exploring. The rooms were a bit small but offered good value for the price, although it did get too cold the first night. The staff was incredibly accommodating and friendly, which made our stay enjoyable. However, I wish the dining options had extended hours, as they closed too early for our liking.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small but perfect value for money; however, it was too cold the first night.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, making us feel welcomed and valued.

Location

10.0

The hotel is very central, just minutes from the city center and close to the University, which was great for our travel needs.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was reasonable with a nice variety of choices, but it only ran until 10 PM, which was a bit early for us.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing too standout; it could have been better with more amenities.

John

United States, July 2024

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, thanks to its perfect location near the Oude Markt and my favorite bar. The rooms were tidy and spacious enough for the three of us, which was a plus. The service from the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. However, I found the dining options to be a bit lacking in variety, and the closet space was a bit too basic. Overall, it offered great value for the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and spacious enough for the three of us without any trouble, though the closet space was quite basic.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful, making our stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, just a short walk from the city center and close to many fun bars and restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was decent but could have used a better variety.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, but nothing overly luxurious.

Ira

United States, July 2024

7.2/10

The hotel has a great central location that's really convenient, but the rooms could use some updates, especially the bathrooms. I was really impressed with the friendly and accommodating staff, which made my stay much more enjoyable. While the dining options were decent, I felt they could be improved. Overall, it's a good value for money considering the location, but there's room for improvement in the facilities.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean and tidy, but the bathroom was quite outdated and in need of renovation, with noticeable rust in places.

Service

9.0

The service was wonderful; the staff was very friendly and accommodating, even showing us different room options when we needed to switch from a room next to the elevator.

Location

8.0

The hotel is perfectly situated just outside the city center, making it easy to explore, though it can be a bit noisy at night with students nearby.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, with a good buffet of hot and cold items that were restocked frequently, but it wasn't remarkable.

Facilities

6.0

The overall facilities were adequate, but there is definitely a need for updates to enhance the comfort and appeal of the hotel.

Linda

United States, July 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is spot on, just a short walk to the conference center and within reach of many attractions. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making my stay more pleasant. However, the noise level in the rooms was quite disruptive, especially at night, which made it hard to relax. Additionally, while the breakfast was included, the options were quite limited and could use a little improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were decent but on the smaller side and quite loud, even on the fourth floor. I could hear noise from outside, especially from the street and the nearby cafe.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic! The staff were young, always smiling, and super attentive. They really knew the local area and were eager to help with any questions I had.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was excellent. It was very central, just 200 meters from the conference building, making it super convenient for exploring.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was part of my deal, but I found it a bit lacking in variety, offering mainly bacon and scrambled eggs every day. I expected a bit more creativity.

Facilities

7.0

I didn't make much use of the facilities, but overall they seemed adequate for what I needed. I wouldn't call them luxurious, but they were functional.