Hotel Metropole - A Summit Hotel: The best place to go back in time.
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By melissa_bel on June 9, 2004
The lavish lobby of the Metropole
by melissa_bel
Stepping into the Metropole is like going back in time, at the turn of the century. The lavish lobby floor has become a classic in Brussels, With its marble floor, high ceiling adorned by marble columns, stained glass, palmetto and large and inviting leather couches, close your eyes and you could almost believe that Sarah Berhart will be strolling by shortly (she really stayed here). Even the old style metal elevator has been preserved (I used to take it just for fun). If you don’t plan to stay, you can have a nice drink at the Café Metropole. It has a special place in my heart because it was the first café I went to when I first arrived in Brussels. It is as beautiful as the rest of the hotel.
The most historical (and probably beautifullest) hotel in town.
This has always been my favourite spot to stay or to enjoy a refreshment at the heated terrace. .............. It's the city's only remaining 19th century hotel, perpetuating a uniquely Belgian character. It has very big rooms which are decorated in that same spirit. So is the beautiful lobby. ............. It's terrace (heated in wintertime) is a tradition for locals and tourists even if prises are little higher :-) !! ............ For more pictures and details check the link below ...........................
Hotel Metropole - A Summit Hotel: Brussels has got the same...
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By maksim_caine on August 25, 2002
Brussels has got the same 'hotels grand luxe' that Paris is famous for, but in contrast to the French capital they are still somehow affordable here. If you want to treat yourself to one or two really enjoyable and very, very comfortable nights, you should go for a weekend, summer (July/August) or winter (January) rate at Hotel METROPOLE at Place de Brouckčre (a real art déco palace with a great hall and breakfast room full of ornaments and marble, but some rooms which would need a renovation!) or at Hotel LE PLAZA nearby in Boulevard Adolphe Max which is more modern (fax on every room) but also has a hall which is reminiscent of Versailles.
Hotel Metropole - A Summit Hotel: Beautiful experience
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By annarborsef on October 9, 2003
Outstanding value, if you can get a discounted room (try bookings dot nl and others). The rooms have nice detail & very high ceilings. Spacious bathroom, but the bedroom is just adequate. The lobby is spectacular, and the front patio makes for interesting people watching.
This is the second time we have stayed here, and we look forward to our next visit.
There's a subway entrance right in front of the hotel. The Grand Place is a slow 10 minute walk.
Hotel Metropole - A Summit Hotel: Have breakfast at the Metropole for 8.50 €
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By moussbiland on April 23, 2006
Can't afford a night at the Metropole? Have breakfast there instead for only 8.50 € as at April 2006. The breakfast itself is nothing amazing - bread, butter, jam and a bit of cheese - but it's a cheap and comfortable way to admire the fabulous architecture.
I've got nothing to add to other people's descriptions of this famous hotel.
Hotel Metropole - A Summit Hotel: Great Place To Stay
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By zeusapollo on November 27, 2007
I stayed here for a few days for a friends wedding. The rooms were large by European standards, the bathrooms were modern. The hotel has that old world European charm, so do not expect everything to be gleaming and new. The staff was friendly.
The location is fantastic. It is within a few blocks of the central part of Brussels including many restaurants. I walked from here all around central Brussels on one morning. Parking is available. I would recommend the valet. They kept my car right out front the entire time I was there.
The lobby is very impressive. I wish I knew more about architectural history, because I could tell you the style of architecture. There were several mirrors, marble, chandeliers. Very nice.
Here is were I sat to plan for the weekends....were I received my friends, were i watched television, make music with the computer......my living room....