The Hotel Metropole is a superbly renovated hotel located on the Place de Brouckère in Brussels just steps from Grand Place, the Bourse and the Theatre de la Monnaje. Hotel Metropole is a three-minute walk from the fashionable Brussels shopping area, Rue Neuve. Guests can discover the natural and historical beauty of the area by taking a stroll in the nearby Parc de Bruxelles, which boasts an impressive central fountain and is surrounded by some of Brussels' most opulent buildings. Brussels Zaventem Airport is 16 kilometers from the hotel.
The only remaining 19th century hotel in Brussels, the Hotel Metropole showcases French and Italian Renaissance, Empire and Art Deco styles featuring marble-covered walls and fireplaces, wrought- and cast-iron arches, stained-glass windows, marble columns with bronze and gold inlays and coffered ceilings painted in bold colors. Situated in the lobby area, the Excelsior Lounge's dark wood furniture complements leather chairs in burgundy and racing green. Classic French cuisine is served later in the day in L'Alban Chambon. The spectacular stained glass windows and extravagant interior décor of ochre marble and gold columns make it a glamorous setting in which to relax and dine. The bar area, situated in the lobby, serves fine wine and champagne in a relaxed setting. Café Metropole features a unique year-round heated terrace where guest can take their meals and drinks. Ten function rooms that can accommodate from five to 600 people are air-conditioned and equipped with audio- visual equipment. The concierge helps guests with everything from planning excursions and purchasing theater tickets to arranging babysitting. Photocopy, secretarial and translations services are also available.
Hotel Metropole's 305 air-conditioned guestrooms have high ceilings and are decorated with Art Deco touches. Guestrooms have private bathrooms and are equipped with high-speed Internet access, direct-dial telephones, complimentary toiletries and minibars.
