Hotel Les Bluets - Saint-Gilles — Hotel in Saint-Gilles - Sint-Gillis

My husband and I stayed at Les Bluets at the beginning and end of a bike tour we made around the the Low Countries. I could tell at first the hostess was a bit unsure about us--we are younger (32) and ended up here after the other hotel we booked was closed for a holiday when we arrived, and sent us to Les Bluets last minute. Our bikes were delayed getting to Brussels, and Madame Myriam was very helpful, calling the airport for us several times. After our bikes arrived, she seemed decide that we were OK, and she let us store the bags we brought our panniers in while we made our tour, agreeing to have us back again. She is definitely a somewhat strict hostess (understandable since it is her home as well), but we both liked her a lot and found her to be quite helpful and accommodating on numerous occasions. We were charmed by the bric-a-brac, and enjoyed both the rooms we ended up staying in. The price was very reasonable, especially since it included breakfast, and it was a peaceful place to sleep. Overall, it helped make our stay in Brussels even more pleasant...

we almost dont want to write this review but its only fair to share the wealth. a lovely hotel B&B. yes, its overloaded with 'antiques' and vintage charm; yes, the owner can be a bit quirky; but she was wonderful to us, treated us like royalty; breakfast was delightful -- fresh croissants, yogurt, cheeses, coffee, fresh squeezed OJ, etc. -- and each morning we got to chat with others. our room [#3] was remarkably spacious [with a loft and kitchenette], the bathroom was so charming and the shower worked well; the bed was extremely comfortable, the decor inviting and unique. we especially loved all the plants and orchids, and loved coming back to the hotel every evening [we spent a week here].||||we've travelled to so many places, so many hotels, but none is as memorable as this one, and if we return to brussels, we will certainly...

I discovered les Bluets around 20 years ago as a student and have recently returned to it as work has taken me to Brussels for several overnight stays. I was delighted to find it still there and Madame Myriam still in charge hardly looking any different to how I remember her, although I think she may have softened somewhat over that time. I have certainly not experienced so many instructions on recent visits! (And to be fair that is part of the charm of the hotel for without Madame's care and passion for this wonderful place which can occasionally manifest itself in a jarring rebuke or instruction - the jam must be put back on the carousel! - it would not be what it is - a jewel!). Read other reviews for descriptions etc but believe me what I say this is an almost magical,please with a genuine...