The best hotels in Antwerp

Antwerp has 8,000+ places to stay, and most of them aren't worth your money. We reviewed the standouts. these 10 made the cut.

Our Top Picks in Antwerp

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Pulcinella B&B hotel in Antwerp
#1
Budget Pick
7.8

Pulcinella B&B

Borgerhout, Antwerp

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Antwerp Youth Hostel Pulcinella hotel in Antwerp
#2
Best Value
8.1

Antwerp Youth Hostel Pulcinella

City Center, Antwerp

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Hotel Rubens Grote Markt hotel in Antwerp
#3
Best Location
8.6

Hotel Rubens Grote Markt

Grote Markt, Antwerp

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Matelote Hotel hotel in Antwerp
#4
Hidden Gem
8.9

Matelote Hotel

Old Town, Antwerp

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Hotel Antigone hotel in Antwerp
#5
Most Popular
8.3

Hotel Antigone

Het Eilandje, Antwerp

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Hotel Postiljon hotel in Antwerp
#6
Romantic Stay
8.5

Hotel Postiljon

Zuid, Antwerp

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Hotel Julien hotel in Antwerp
#7
Top Rated
9.1

Hotel Julien

Old Town, Antwerp

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Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel Antwerp hotel in Antwerp
#8
Business Pick
8.4

Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel Antwerp

Central Station, Antwerp

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Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp hotel in Antwerp
#9
Luxury Pick
9.4

Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp

Theaterbuurt, Antwerp

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The Penthouse Antwerp hotel in Antwerp
#10
Top Rated
9.3

The Penthouse Antwerp

Zuid, Antwerp

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All Hotels Compared

Side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right hotel. Prices reflect shoulder season averages.

# Hotel City & Area Price/Night Score Best For
1 Pulcinella B&B Borgerhout, Antwerp $55–80/night 7.8/10 Budget Pick
2 Antwerp Youth Hostel Pulcinella City Center, Antwerp $72–95/night 8.1/10 Best Value
3 Hotel Rubens Grote Markt Grote Markt, Antwerp $110–175/night 8.6/10 Best Location
4 Matelote Hotel Old Town, Antwerp $130–190/night 8.9/10 Hidden Gem
5 Hotel Antigone Het Eilandje, Antwerp $145–200/night 8.3/10 Most Popular
6 Hotel Postiljon Zuid, Antwerp $155–210/night 8.5/10 Romantic Stay
7 Hotel Julien Old Town, Antwerp $175–240/night 9.1/10 Top Rated
8 Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel Antwerp Central Station, Antwerp $185–245/night 8.4/10 Business Pick
9 Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp Theaterbuurt, Antwerp $280–420/night 9.4/10 Luxury Pick
10 The Penthouse Antwerp Zuid, Antwerp $320–500/night 9.3/10 Top Rated

Why These Hotels Made Our List

Every hotel earned its spot. Here's exactly why we picked each one.

Pulcinella B&B hotel interior
#1

Pulcinella B&B

Borgerhout, Antwerp $55–80/night 7.8/10

A small, family-run B&B just outside the ring road in Borgerhout, about 15 minutes on foot from the central station. Rooms are basic but spotlessly clean and the hosts are genuinely welcoming. Breakfast is homemade and generous, which makes the price feel like a real bargain. Not the place for hotel-style amenities, but perfectly comfortable for a few nights. Ideal if you want affordable access to the city without paying old-town prices.

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Antwerp Youth Hostel Pulcinella hotel interior
#2

Antwerp Youth Hostel Pulcinella

City Center, Antwerp $72–95/night 8.1/10

Situated on Bogaardeplein, right in the heart of the city, this is one of the best-positioned budget options in Antwerp. Private rooms are compact but tidy, and the common areas are lively without feeling chaotic. The bar downstairs is a genuine meeting point for travelers passing through. Walking distance to the Grote Markt and the MAS museum. Good value for solo travelers and pairs who just need a clean base.

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Hotel Rubens Grote Markt hotel interior
#3

Hotel Rubens Grote Markt

Grote Markt, Antwerp $110–175/night 8.6/10

This hotel sits directly on the Oude Beurs square, a short walk from the Grote Markt and the Cathedral of Our Lady. The building has real historic character and the rooms feel thoughtfully furnished rather than generically modern. Front-facing rooms can get some street noise on weekends, so request a quieter courtyard room if that matters to you. Staff are attentive and genuinely knowledgeable about the city. A solid mid-range pick with a location that is hard to beat.

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Matelote Hotel hotel interior
#4

Matelote Hotel

Old Town, Antwerp $130–190/night 8.9/10

Tucked into a narrow street near the Steen fortress and the Scheldt riverfront, Matelote is a genuinely charming small hotel with only ten rooms. Each room is individually designed with quality textiles and a relaxed, residential feel. The location puts you steps from the riverside promenade and a short walk from the old harbor area. Breakfast is excellent and served in a cozy ground-floor space. Book early because it fills up fast and is worth the premium over generic mid-range options.

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Hotel Antigone hotel interior
#5

Hotel Antigone

Het Eilandje, Antwerp $145–200/night 8.3/10

Located in the Het Eilandje district near the MAS museum and the old docks, this hotel draws a mix of business travelers and design-minded tourists. Rooms are clean and contemporary with good light and decent storage space. The neighborhood has transformed significantly in recent years and has good restaurants and bars within easy walking distance. The tram stop nearby connects you to the city center in under ten minutes. A reliable and well-priced choice for the area.

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Hotel Postiljon hotel interior
#6

Hotel Postiljon

Zuid, Antwerp $155–210/night 8.5/10

Situated in the Zuid neighborhood on Nationalestraat, this boutique hotel is surrounded by the best of Antwerp's fashion and gallery scene. The interior is warm and stylish without being overdone, and room sizes are decent for a city-center property. The breakfast spread is one of the better ones in this price range in Antwerp. Restaurant and bar options within a few blocks are excellent. A good pick for couples who want to be in the middle of the creative side of the city.

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Hotel Julien hotel interior
#7

Hotel Julien

Old Town, Antwerp $175–240/night 9.1/10

Hotel Julien occupies two 16th-century townhouses on Korte Nieuwstraat, a quiet street just off the main shopping thoroughfare. The interior design balances the historic shell with genuinely sophisticated modern furnishings and the result feels considered rather than contrived. The rooftop terrace with views over the cathedral spire is a legitimate highlight. Service is personal and attentive in a way that larger hotels rarely manage. One of the most consistently well-reviewed stays in the city across all categories.

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Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel Antwerp hotel interior
#8

Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel Antwerp

Central Station, Antwerp $185–245/night 8.4/10

Directly across from Antwerp Central Station on Koningin Astridplein, this large hotel is one of the most convenient options in the city for arrivals by train. Rooms are well-maintained and reliably comfortable in the way Radisson properties tend to be. The fitness center and business facilities are above average for the price point. The diamond district is immediately around the corner, and the old town is a ten-minute walk. Not a lot of local character, but highly functional and well priced for a chain of this standard.

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Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp hotel interior
#9

Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp

Theaterbuurt, Antwerp $280–420/night 9.4/10

Set within a cluster of historic buildings including a former hospital chapel near the Botanical Garden on Leopoldstraat, this is the most architecturally remarkable hotel in Antwerp. The spa is exceptional and the indoor pool inside the converted chapel is genuinely unforgettable. Rooms vary in style across the different buildings but all are beautifully appointed with high-end linens and thoughtful detail. The restaurant holds serious culinary credentials and is worth booking a table at even if you are staying elsewhere. Prices reflect the ambition of the property and most guests feel it is justified.

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The Penthouse Antwerp hotel interior
#10

The Penthouse Antwerp

Zuid, Antwerp $320–500/night 9.3/10

Perched above one of the most sought-after addresses in the Zuid district near the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, this boutique luxury property offers sweeping rooftop views and a genuinely private atmosphere. The suites are large by any standard and finished with locally sourced materials and custom furniture. A small but attentive team handles everything from dinner reservations to private tours of the city. The neighborhood is excellent for art galleries, independent restaurants, and the best of Antwerp's fashion scene. A special occasion choice that delivers on its considerable price.

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Where to Stay in Antwerp

The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.

Old Town vs. Zuid: which side should you pick?

Old Town wins on convenience. You're walking to the Cathedral, Rubenshuis, and Grote Markt in under 10 minutes, and the streets between Hoogstraat and Groenplaats are some of the best in Belgium for an evening wander. Hotels here run $110-240/night, and most of them earn it.

Zuid is for people who've done the tourist circuit and want to eat and drink well. Vlaamsekaai and Waalsekaai are lined with restaurants and bars that locals actually use. You're 25 minutes walk from Grote Markt. a bit far if you're on a tight itinerary, but totally worth it if you're staying 3+ nights.

The neighborhoods most visitors get wrong

Everyone books near Centraal Station because the photos look great. Big mistake. The station itself is spectacular, but the surrounding blocks. especially north of De Keyserlei toward the Diamantwijk. are not where you want to spend your evenings. The diamond district closes at 6pm and takes all the energy with it.

Borgerhout gets dismissed as too far out, but it's a 10-minute tram ride from Meir on line 9 and genuinely interesting. The best budget hotel in our list sits here, and the Draakplaats square has better café culture than most places tourists actually visit. Don't write it off.

How to save money on Antwerp hotels without suffering

Book Sunday-Thursday nights. Antwerp fills up hard on weekends, especially in spring and autumn, and prices jump 25-40% from Friday night. A room at Hotel Rubens Grote Markt that costs $110 on a Tuesday can easily hit $175 on a Saturday. Same room. Same view.

Also, avoid booking during Antwerp Fashion Week in September or the Christmas market weeks in December. Those two periods compress availability and inflate prices across every price bracket. If you can visit in late January or February, $55-130/night covers a wide range of solid options.

Antwerp by foot: what's actually walkable?

The Old Town core is small. Grote Markt to the Cathedral is 3 minutes. Cathedral to Rubenshuis is 8 minutes. Rubenshuis to Groenplaats is 5 minutes. You genuinely don't need transport within this triangle, and most of our top picks sit inside or just outside it.

Het Eilandje to Grote Markt is 20 minutes along the river. doable, and the MAS museum on Hanzestedenplaats is worth building into the walk. Zuid to Old Town is 25 minutes on foot or 10 minutes on tram line 8. Centraal Station to Meir is 12 minutes walking. further than it looks on the map.

The honest guide to Antwerp hotel quality tiers

Under $100/night gets you a clean, social hostel or a no-frills B&B in Borgerhout. Don't expect much beyond a good bed and a decent shower. The Antwerp Youth Hostel Pulcinella is the outlier. it's genuinely good at this price point, with a location near Centraal Station that works.

$110-200/night is where Antwerp gets interesting. Hotel Rubens Grote Markt gives you an unbeatable address. Matelote Hotel gives you boutique charm in Old Town for $130-190/night. Hotel Antigone in Het Eilandje delivers design and a waterfront setting. This range is where most visitors should be spending.

When to visit Antwerp: a realistic breakdown

May through June is the best window. Temperatures sit at 15-20°C, the terraces on Hendrik Conscienceplein are open, and hotel prices haven't hit their summer peak. July and August get busier and slightly more expensive, but Antwerp never reaches Amsterdam-level tourist overload.

September is genuinely great if you're into fashion. the Royal Academy of Fine Arts shows attract an interesting crowd and the city feels electric. Just book hotels early: Fashion Week in mid-September fills the city fast, especially anything in Old Town or Zuid. Winter has its charms too. the Groenplaats Christmas market is actually beautiful, if you don't mind the crowds.


Antwerp's best neighborhoods

Old Town and Grote Markt are where most first-timers should base themselves. you're walking distance from everything that matters. But if you want character over convenience, Zuid and Het Eilandje punch well above their weight.

Old Town & Grote Markt 3 vetted hotels

The historic core. walking distance from everything that matters.

This is where Antwerp shows off. The Cathedral of Our Lady on Handschoenmarkt, the guild houses on Grote Markt, Rubenshuis on Wapper. it's all here, and it's all walkable from any hotel in this zone. Staying here means you're never more than 10 minutes from the city's best.

Three of our picks are in this zone: Hotel Rubens Grote Markt sits literally on the square, Matelote Hotel is tucked into a quiet Old Town street near the river, and Hotel Julien occupies a pair of 16th-century townhouses on Reyndersstraat. Prices range from $110 to $240/night, and the top end earns every euro.

Weekends get busy. Groenplaats and Handschoenmarkt fill with day-trippers from Brussels and the Netherlands. Book ahead and don't expect peace and quiet on Saturday afternoons. but the evenings, once the tour groups leave, are genuinely lovely.

Best areas Grote Markt, Groenplaats, Handschoenmarkt
Price range $110-240/night
Best for First-time visitors, couples, culture seekers
Avoid Streets directly behind the Cathedral after midnight. noisy bar strip
Best months May-June, September
Het Eilandje & Waterfront 1 vetted hotel

Antwerp's coolest reinvention. old harbour, new energy.

Het Eilandje used to be the city's working docks. Now Hanzestedenplaats is home to the MAS museum, one of the best in Belgium, and the quays along Bonapartedok and Willemdok are lined with restaurants and converted warehouses. It's the most interesting part of the city to walk through.

Hotel Antigone is the standout option here. $145-200/night for a design hotel with real waterfront character. You're 5 minutes walk from MAS and 20 minutes from Grote Markt along the river. The walk itself, past the old Steen fortress and along Steenplein, is worth doing at least once.

Evenings are quieter here than in Old Town or Zuid. That's not a flaw. it's a feature if you want to sleep well. But if you need nightlife on your doorstep, look elsewhere. The best restaurants are within easy walking distance on Verversrui.

Best areas Hanzestedenplaats, Bonapartedok, Verversrui
Price range $145-200/night
Best for Design lovers, couples, museum-goers
Avoid The industrial blocks north of Sint-Aldegondiskaai. nothing there for visitors
Best months May-September
Zuid & Nationalestraat 2 vetted hotels

Where Antwerp's locals actually live, eat, and drink.

Zuid is the anti-tourist district, and that's exactly why it works. Vlaamsekaai and Waalsekaai run along the river with some of the best bars and restaurants in the city. Nationalestraat cuts north through the fashion district. this is where the Royal Academy of Fine Arts graduates open their first stores.

Two of our picks are here: Hotel Postiljon ($155-210/night) for couples who want a romantic, design-led stay, and The Penthouse ($320-500/night) for anyone who wants a private rooftop and the best view in the city. They're 5 minutes walk apart on opposite ends of the price spectrum.

Getting to Old Town from Zuid takes 25 minutes on foot or 10 minutes on tram line 8 from Vlaamsekaai. Don't let that put you off. The restaurants on Graaf van Egmontstraat and Leopold de Waelplaats alone are worth basing yourself here.

Best areas Vlaamsekaai, Nationalestraat, Leopold de Waelplaats
Price range $155-500/night
Best for Foodies, fashion lovers, couples, luxury travelers
Avoid The stretch of Amerikalei near the ring road. noisy and charmless
Best months April-June, September-October
Centraal Station & Theaterbuurt 2 vetted hotels

Grand architecture, business convenience, and one genuine luxury legend.

Centraal Station is one of the most beautiful railway stations in the world. full stop. And the Theaterbuurt just southwest of it, around Arenbergstraat and the Bourlaschouwburg theatre, has real neighbourhood texture. These two zones house two of our most different picks: the Radisson Blu Astrid and Botanic Sanctuary.

The Radisson Blu Astrid sits on Koningin Astridplein, a 2-minute walk from the station concourse. It's a business hotel that does its job very well at $185-245/night. fast check-in, a proper gym, and a location that makes early trains painless. Not romantic, but not pretending to be.

Botanic Sanctuary is something else entirely. A converted 19th-century monastery on Leopoldstraat, with a spa, rooftop pool, and rooms from $280-420/night. It's Antwerp's best luxury stay. The Theaterbuurt around it. cafés on Arenbergstraat, the opera house at Opera Square. adds up to a genuinely great address.

Best areas Koningin Astridplein, Arenbergstraat, Leopoldstraat
Price range $185-420/night
Best for Business travelers, luxury seekers, train-dependent visitors
Avoid The budget strip on Van Stralenstraat. overpriced for what you get
Best months Year-round for business; May-September for leisure
Borgerhout & Outer Districts 1 vetted hotel

Antwerp's real neighbourhoods. budget-friendly and more local than anything in the center.

Borgerhout gets overlooked because it's not on the postcard. But Draakplaats has better café culture than most tourist squares, the local restaurants on Turnhoutsebaan don't have English menus because they don't need them, and tram line 9 gets you to Meir in 10 minutes flat.

Pulcinella B&B is the one hotel we've listed here, at $55-80/night. the best budget option in our entire Antwerp selection. It's not central, but it's real. And sometimes real is exactly what you need after a long trip.

This zone works best for travellers who've been to Antwerp before and want to see what locals see. First-timers should probably start in Old Town. But if you're on your second visit and tired of paying $200/night to sleep 50 metres from a tourist queue, Borgerhout is the answer.

Best areas Draakplaats, Turnhoutsebaan
Price range $55-80/night
Best for Budget travellers, repeat visitors, locals-at-heart
Avoid Blocks east of Gitschotellei past the ring road. too far from everything
Best months April-October

Best Areas by Vibe

Tell us how you travel and we'll point you to the right part of Antwerp.

Romantic

Zuid's Vlaamsekaai at golden hour, with a candlelit dinner on Graaf van Egmontstraat after. Hotel Postiljon and The Penthouse both deliver the kind of setting that makes weekends feel earned.

Culture & History

Base yourself in Old Town, within 8 minutes walk of Rubenshuis, the Cathedral, and the Plantin-Moretus Museum on Vrijdagmarkt. The entire neighbourhood is a Unesco World Heritage site waiting room.

Family

Het Eilandje works well for families. the MAS museum on Hanzestedenplaats has excellent kids' programming, and the waterfront is safe and open. Hotel Antigone gives you space without the chaos of Old Town.

Budget

Borgerhout and the Centraal Station hostel zone are where you spend least and still eat well. Pulcinella B&B at $55-80/night is the honest choice, with tram line 9 keeping you connected to everything.

Foodie

Zuid's restaurant strip from Vlaamsekaai to Kloosterstraat is where Antwerp's best chefs open up. Stay in this zone and you'll never run out of good reasons to leave your hotel room hungry.

City Break

Grote Markt and Groenplaats put you at the centre of everything: shopping on Meir, drinks at Café Den Engel, and the Cathedral spire visible from half the streets you'll walk. Three days here covers the essentials.


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Location Quality

Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.

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Value for Money

We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.

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Guest Experience

We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.


When to Visit Antwerp

When to visit Antwerp and what to pay.

Peak

Summer (June-August)

Avg hotel: $145-280/nightCrowds: HighTemp: 17-25°C

Summer is warm and lively. 20-25°C in July. and Antwerp's outdoor dining scene is at its best along Vlaamsekaai and the waterfront in Het Eilandje. But hotel prices spike hard, especially in Old Town. The Zomer van Antwerpen festival runs all summer with free outdoor concerts, which is great, but it also fills the city on weekends. Book 8-10 weeks out for anything under $175/night.

Budget Friendly

Winter (December-February)

Avg hotel: $70-155/nightCrowds: Low-HighTemp: 1-7°C

December is a tale of two cities. The Christmas market on Groenplaats and Grote Markt packs the Old Town from late November through early January. budget hotels sell out and mid-range prices spike above $150/night. But January and February are dead quiet, prices drop to $70-120/night even for solid mid-range picks, and the city's café culture comes into its own. If you can handle 3-5°C and some drizzle, it's genuinely one of the best times to visit.


Booking Tips for Antwerp

Insider tips for booking hotels in Antwerp.

Don't book weekends near the station without checking the area

Centraal Station looks perfect on Google Maps. it's not. The blocks north of De Keyserlei toward Seefhoek attract a crowd that's fine in daylight and less fine at 1am. If you're arriving Friday or Saturday night, spend the extra $30 to sleep in Old Town on Reyndersstraat or Kloosterstraat instead. You'll thank yourself.

Use tram line 3 or 5 as your baseline transport

These two De Lijn tram lines cover the spine of the city: Centraal Station, Meir, Groenplaats, and down toward Zuid. A single trip costs €2.50 with contactless. Buy a day pass for €6 if you're moving around a lot. The trams run until midnight and are genuinely reliable. unlike the night buses, which run hourly after midnight and skip stops when it rains.

Fashion Week in September means book 8 weeks out

Antwerp Fashion Week, centred on the Royal Academy of Fine Arts on Mutsaardstraat, runs mid-September and pulls in buyers, press, and designers from across Europe. Hotels in Zuid and Old Town fill up fast. anything under $200/night disappears first. If you're visiting in September without a booking, assume you're paying a premium or sleeping in Borgerhout.

Skip the hotel breakfast. seriously

Most Antwerp hotels charge €16-22 for a breakfast that a bakery on Kloosterstraat or a café on Nationalestraat will do better for under €6. The exceptions are top-tier spots like Botanic Sanctuary, where the morning spread in the monastery courtyard is actually worth it. Otherwise, walk out and eat where the locals eat.

The Christmas market is beautiful but destroys hotel availability

Groenplaats and Grote Markt host one of Belgium's better Christmas markets from late November through early January. It's worth seeing, but it compresses hotel availability across the whole Old Town zone and pushes prices up 30-50%. Book in October for December stays, or shift your visit to January when the market's gone and prices drop by half.

Ask your hotel about parking before you drive in

Antwerp has a Low Emission Zone (LEZ) covering almost the entire city centre. older diesel cars get hit with a daily fine of €150 if they enter without registration. The city also has a controversial parking ban on many central streets. If you're driving, confirm your hotel has a garage or that you've pre-registered your vehicle at the Antwerp LEZ portal. Most visitors are better off taking the train from Brussels, which runs every 30 minutes and costs €17 one-way.


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Hotels in Antwerp — FAQ

Everything you need to know before booking hotels in Antwerp.

What's the best neighborhood to stay in Antwerp?

Old Town, around Grote Markt and Groenplaats, is the sweet spot for most visitors. You're within 10 minutes walk of the Cathedral, Rubenshuis, and a dozen good restaurants on Hendrik Conscienceplein. If you want more of a local vibe, Zuid along Vlaamsekaai is worth the extra 15-minute walk from the center.

How much does a hotel in Antwerp cost per night?

Budget beds start at around $55-80/night in Borgerhout or a hostel dorm near Centraal Station. Mid-range hotels in Old Town and Grote Markt run $110-200/night. Luxury options like Botanic Sanctuary in the Theaterbuurt go up to $420/night, and The Penthouse in Zuid hits $500/night on busy weekends.

Is it safe to stay near Antwerp Centraal Station?

The area directly around Centraal Station has improved a lot, but the blocks north of De Keyserlei toward Seefhoek can feel rough after dark. Stick to hotels on or south of De Keyserlei and you'll be fine. The Radisson Blu Astrid sits right on Koningin Astridplein. as close to the station as it gets, and totally safe.

When is the best time to visit Antwerp?

May and June are the sweet spot: temperatures hit 16-20°C, crowds are manageable, and hotel prices haven't spiked yet. September is a close second, especially during Antwerp Fashion Week which pushes mid-range hotel prices up by 20-30%. Avoid late December if you hate crowds. the Christmas market on Groenplaats packs the Old Town completely.

How do I get around Antwerp without a car?

The tram network is excellent. Lines 3, 5, and 9 connect Centraal Station, Meir, Groenplaats, and Zuid in under 20 minutes. A single De Lijn ticket costs around €2.50 if you tap with a contactless card. Taxis from Centraal Station to Het Eilandje run about €8-12, and the city is compact enough that most Old Town hotels are walkable from each other.

Which hotels are closest to the Grote Markt?

Hotel Rubens Grote Markt is literally on the square. you can't get closer. Matelote Hotel and Hotel Julien are both in Old Town, within 8-10 minutes walk of Grote Markt via Handschoenmarkt. Book at least 6 weeks ahead for weekends in summer, especially if you want a room under $175/night.

Are there good budget hotels in Antwerp?

Yes, and they're better than you'd expect. Pulcinella B&B in Borgerhout starts at $55/night and is a 12-minute tram ride from Groenplaats. The Antwerp Youth Hostel Pulcinella near Centraal Station is the best hostel in the city, with private rooms from around $72/night. Don't pay more than $90/night for a budget stay. there's no reason to.

What areas should I avoid when booking a hotel in Antwerp?

Skip hotels in the generic business blocks around Berchem or far north of the ring road in Ekeren. you'll spend 30+ minutes commuting for no good reason. The strip of cheap hotels on Frankrijklei looks convenient on a map but puts you between the station and nowhere. Pay a bit more to sleep inside the old city walls or in a real neighborhood like Zuid or Het Eilandje.

Do Antwerp hotels include breakfast?

Some do, most mid-range and budget ones don't. or they charge €15-22 extra for it. Skip the hotel breakfast unless it's included. Walk instead to a local bakery on Kloosterstraat or grab a proper coffee and croissant at one of the cafés on Groenplaats for under €5. It's a better experience anyway.

Is Het Eilandje a good place to stay in Antwerp?

It's genuinely one of the most interesting parts of the city right now. Het Eilandje is the old harbour district, home to the MAS museum on Hanzestedenplaats and a growing restaurant scene along the waterfront. Hotel Antigone is the main option here, running $145-200/night, and the 20-minute walk along the river into Old Town is actually a highlight. Just know that after 10pm, it's quiet. not dead, but quieter than Meir or Zuid.

What's the luxury hotel scene like in Antwerp?

Antwerp punches above its weight for luxury stays. Botanic Sanctuary in the Theaterbuurt is a converted 19th-century monastery with a proper spa, running $280-420/night. The Penthouse in Zuid offers private rooftop terraces over the city from $320-500/night. Both are worth the price. neither needs your sympathy for it.

How far is the airport from central Antwerp hotels?

Antwerp International Airport in Deurne is only 7 km from Grote Markt, about a 15-20 minute taxi ride costing €20-28. But many visitors fly into Brussels Airport instead. that's 45 km away, around 50 minutes by train to Antwerp Centraal Station. The Brussels Airport train runs every 30 minutes and costs about €17 one-way.