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Sticky A weekend in Brussels

by stephanisk ^Pro @ 2008-10-14 – 05:43:23

hotels in Brussels

A CITYTRIP TO BRUSSELS

Brussels is not only our European Capital, it is also one of the oldest cities in Europe. Business aswell as regular tourism to Brussels has grown enormously over the past years. Citytrips to Brussels are absolutely in for the moment. Although Brussels has a vast amount of hotels, on busy days there is still a shortage of accomodation. Most hotels in Brussels are situated in the citycenter but there are a few new upcoming projects in the European quarter because of ever growing business tourism concerning the EU.

Brussels is situated in the heart of Belgium, and competes with other most beautiful cities like Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp and Ostend as Belgium's most important touristic city. Bruges is certainly one of the major competitors of Brusses as Bruges counts also more than 80 hotels in Bruges in its ciy center. Bruges is an absolute must see when visiting Belgium, many consider this city to be more beautiful and charming than Brussels. This is why often a hotel in Bruges is choosen as a base to visit Brussels.

Brussels is easiest visited and reached using public transport. Rush hour in the capital starts very early and the entire day it is quiet busy. Brussels has excellent trainconnections with all major European cities like Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin, London,... Brussels National Airport is about 20 min away from Brussels city center by train.

Brussels is absolutely worth a visit. Here are some examples of places to visit.

The Main Market Square
the worldfamous " Manneken Pis"
The national museums
The Atomium and mini-Europe
and of course so much more ...

The offer of hotels in Brussels is very large, but some hotels pop out as preferred accomodation to stay in Brussels. A few of them can be found here on this blog.

Hotel le Plaza Brussels

by stephanisk ^Pro @ 2008-10-12 – 05:45:05

Brussel le plaza hotel Hotel le plaza in Brussels can be found close to the Place De Brouckere, also on a short distance of the Grand Place of Brussels and the shopping areas, There is always easy access to the main train stations, North, Central and Midi (South). Built in 1930, it has recently been completely renovated to exude a typical old European style luxury while also facilitate the top of the range equipment. The Hotel Le Plaza in Brussel is ideal for either business or leisure travellers being, as it is, right in the cultural and historical heart of Belgium
A Citytrip in Brussels starts in le plaza.

Sheraton Brussels

by stephanisk ^Pro @ 2008-10-11 – 06:00:06

Rising high above the Brussels skyline, the Sheraton Brussels Hotel is a four-star hotel in the heart of the city’s business district. We are a short stroll from Brussels’ main shopping area as well as the renowned Grand Place. Situated on the Brussels city centre ring, with Brussels North station a mere five-minute walk away and direct metro access, we are a great choice for business or pleasure in the European capital city.