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Le Louise MGallery Hotel Review: City Break in Brussels Le Louise MGallery hotel

By Julie — Rescue Diver, 1,500+ dives, 135 countries

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Le Louise MGallery is a great hotel for a city break in Brussels. Read my Le Louise MGallery hotel review to find out more about the hotel

 

Le Louise MGallery at a Glance

My rating4.5 / 5 — my pick for a Brussels city break; the full verdict is below
Price from≈ $244/night (Superior King Room, city view) — see the cost section below
LocationOn Brussels’ Avenue Louise, in the city’s smartest shopping-and-dining quarter, an easy tram or walk from the centre
Good to knowFormerly the Sofitel Brussels Le Louise, relaunched under Accor’s MGallery collection — same address, refreshed identity
Best forCouples and solo travelers who want boutique polish over big-chain anonymity in Brussels

Why Trust This Le Louise MGallery Review?

I stayed at Le Louise MGallery myself, and everything in this review comes from that stay — the photos included, shot on my own camera. I’ve traveled to 135 countries, from Tuscany to Fiji, and I only review the places I’ve actually stayed — this is one of them. After a career of near-weekly hotel stays as a management consultant, and more than 30 liveaboard trips as a diver, I judge hotels on what actually matters — beds, breakfasts, service recovery and value — and I publish the cons alongside the pros. More on how I review on my author page.

How Much Does Le Louise MGallery Cost?

A Superior King Room with City View at Le Louise Hotel Brussels starts from around $244/night, while the Botanic King Suite with Garden View runs closer to $449/night with a separate living room and lovely garden views. Rates shift often with availability and platform promotions, so it’s worth a quick check across sites before booking — we’ve seen genuine swings of 10–20% for the same dates. Taking 5 minutes to compare the websites below can save you hundreds of dollars. To save time, you can simply click on the links below where we have already entered the info for Le Louise MGallery.

Check the rate on Booking.com — free cancellation on most room types, no prepayment needed.
Compare on Trip.com — often worth a look for travelers based in Asia.
See it on Expedia — useful if you’re bundling flights with your stay, and they sometimes have better prices than Booking.com.
Also on Traveloka — a strong option to get good rates on hotels in Asia, particularly Indonesia.

Getting to Le Louise Hotel in Brussels

Le Louise hotel has one of the best locations in Brussels. It is on the small ring road, where most luxury shops are located.

I came by train from London and took a Taxi from Brussels Midi, which was frustrating. I had to get in the queue and wait 45 minutes to get a Taxi. I also tried to order a Uber car, but the wait was also very long, and a few Uber drivers canceled on me.

TIP: Fortunately, Le Louise hotel is located a minute’s walk from the Subway station. So if you see a long line at the taxi stand, the subway is also an option ( Stop Louise). It is a direct line from the Gare du Midi and will take less than 10 minutes.

Once in the hotel, check-in was a breeze. The lobby is above an escalator. A porter was waiting downstairs by the street and took my bags.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

The lobby is decorated with images and art from Belgium. The Smurf sculpture is a nice touch!

Check-in was fast and friendly, and within 5 minutes, I was in my room with my bags.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Review of the Room at Le Louise Hotel in Brussels

The rooms, in particular, are one of the best features of the hotel. The hotel has just been renovated, and the renovation is a success. The architecture of the room is kept minimal yet modern. Most importantly, the colours, furniture, and the whole setting of the room offer instant comfort to its guests. The room has a stylish wooden floor, classic white walls with blackout curtains, and is lit with both natural and artificial light. So while the room is not the biggest you can find in Brussels, it is highly comfortable.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

The room has a king-size bed with a super comfortable double mattress. The feather duvet is divine, and I slept so well! The room is equipped with many furniture pieces, such as a comfy grey couch and a coffee table. Despite getting a room on the 5th floor, the view was not fantastic as it faces the building in the street opposite.

Every room has tea and espresso facilities with a coffee/tea maker and an electric kettle. The coffee machine is Nespresso, and high-quality tea is also offered.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

The rooms also have a flat-screen TV, radio, and Wi-Fi facilities. The room was impeccably clean. The minibar was empty but for two bottles of complimentary drinking water.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

I liked the “Belgian specialties offered in the room. The babeluttes and speculoos are too typical Belgian delicacies, and they are a must-try!

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

The room has a large safety box with a charging plug inside, which is an excellent idea if you want to charge your laptop while it is in the safety box. Overall, the room offers a subtle and comfortable atmosphere to its guests.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Review of the bathroom of Le Louise Hotel Brussels

The bathroom is compact but stylish and equipped with all the essentials. The bathroom is well-lit. All the fixtures are brand-new, clean, and hygienic. You will like the rainfall showerhead. The shower has high-pressure water. I like that they separated the showerhead from the faucet so you can turn on the shower without getting soaked.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Along with it, you get your bathrobes, slippers, and hairdryer. Plenty of plush towels are available.

Amenities are from Loccitane. They did away with small plastic bottles, which is excellent for the planet. I loved the smell of the body soap and the shampoo.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Review of the Facilities at Le Louise Hotel Brussels

The Louise Hotel is a city hotel. It, however, offers a large outdoor terrace. The terrace was being renovated during my stay, but it should be ready by June, and it looks like it will be spectacular.

The Gym

If you are one of those fitness freaks who cannot skip their gym routine even when traveling, you have nothing to worry about at the gym at le Louise hotel. It is small but well equipped. The hotel’s gym provides advanced gym equipment. You will find the most essential fitness machinery that suits your regime, from free weights to cardiovascular equipment. Overall, the gym has a modern athletic vibe with a silver metallic outlook. It is spacious and well-lit.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

The bar and the restaurant

The lobby is surrounded by a bar and a restaurant called Maison Louise.

The bar is stylish and has a great selection of Belgian beers and cocktails. It was often busy during my stay.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

The hotel has a gourmet restaurant. It is a spacious dining area and has a contemporary architectural style. The restaurant has a great ambiance with large windows facing the avenue. Besides ordering from the A la carte menu, you can also enjoy their breakfast buffet and brunch on Sundays.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Sunday brunch at Maison Louise at le Louise hotel.

I tried the Sunday brunch at Maison Louise, and it was a great experience. The buffet is small, but don’t let that fool you. The quality on offer is very high. Cold cuts, cheeses, and small dishes are available. They even had burrata cheese. Besides the buffet, you can also order eggs. The eggs Benedict with truffles was very popular.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

 

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

The brunch costs 40 Euros per person. It includes a glass of sparkling wine and a tea or coffee. It is an excellent value for a relaxed Sunday meal.

Tip: If you want the best table in the window, make sure you book ahead

It is an excellent option for families with kids, as a room is fully dedicated to kids with games and entertainment.

Hotel review Brussels Le Louise MGallery

Le Louise MGallery FAQ

Was Le Louise previously the Sofitel Brussels Le Louise?

Yes — the hotel ran as the Sofitel Brussels Le Louise before Accor relaunched it as Le Louise MGallery. It is the same building at the same Avenue Louise address; the rebrand brought a refreshed, more boutique identity under Accor’s MGallery collection, so older Sofitel reviews describe this property.

Does Le Louise have a gym?

Yes — it is small but genuinely well equipped, with free weights and cardio machines in a bright, modern space, so keeping a travel routine is easy. The full walk-through of the hotel’s facilities is in the review above.

Is Le Louise a good base for exploring Brussels?

Yes — Avenue Louise puts you in the city’s best shopping-and-dining quarter with trams on the doorstep: the Grand-Place and the centre are minutes away, and the Sablon antiques district and Bois de la Cambre park bracket the neighbourhood. It’s the rare Brussels base that’s both quiet at night and connected by day. If you are timing a trip, my Les Nuits Botanique festival review covers one of the best excuses to be in the city in spring.

In conclusion to my review of the Le Louise hotel

Le Louise Hotel is an excellent option for a city break in Brussels. Its newly refurbished rooms are super comfortable.

The hotel offers a subtle and comfortable atmosphere to its guests. Combine that with an outstanding location, and you have a great place to stay in Brussels.

To book the Louise hotel, check out their website here

If you are travelling to Brussels in May, also check out my article about attending the Nuits botanique festival

My Top Travel Tips

  1. To find the best hotel price, I always compare the same room on Booking.com, Trip.com and Expedia before booking. No platform is always the cheapest — Trip.com often wins on Asia, Expedia on flight-and-hotel packages — and the five-minute check regularly saves 10–20% on the same stay.
  2. For flights, I compare on WayAway. It surfaces fares the airline sites do not show, which matters most when your dates are flexible.
  3. I book tours and experiences with GetYourGuide for the 24-hour free cancellation, check Viator when it doesn't have what I want, and read the newest reviews on Tripadvisor before booking anything.
  4. Never travel without insurance. VisitorsCoverage compares policies for your specific trip — and if you dive, confirm the policy actually covers it.
  5. For airport lounge access, sign up for Priority Pass — over 1,300 lounges worldwide, and it pays for itself in two trips.

The full strategy is in my guide to finding hotel and flight deals without sacrificing luxury.

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