Auberge de Jeunesse Jacques Brel
The friendly, rather ramshackle hostel has the reputation of being the best one in Brussels. It’s near Botanique, but even better it's on a small road leading up to the delightful place des Barricades. Because the hostel is inside an old house, rooms are of odd shapes and sizes. It's not that large: the total bed capacity is 170, spread over 40 rooms, which hold from two to eight beds and are sold either on a bed basis, or as entire rooms. The décor is basic; you're here for the value and the company of like-minded travelers, most of them young. The bar, open from 7pm to 1am, gets packed at busy times. Dishes like pastas are on offer at around 7 to 8 euros, and there's also a daily special. The very good breakfast is organic where possible. Meeting rooms equipped with projectors and sound systems ensure a steady supply of groups; computers and free Wi-Fi are on the main level, and you can use the Laundromat for €5. There's also a paved courtyard garden that's perfect for sunny evenings.
The friendly, rather ramshackle hostel has the reputation of being the best one in Brussels. It’s near Botanique, but even better it's on a small road leading up to the delightful place des Barricades. Because the hostel is inside an old house, rooms are of odd shapes and sizes. It's not that large: the total bed capacity is 170, spread over 40 rooms, which hold from two to eight beds and are sold either on a bed basis, or as entire rooms. The décor is basic; you're here for the value and the company of like-minded travelers, most of them young. The bar, open from 7pm to 1am, gets packed at busy times. Dishes like pastas are on offer at around 7 to 8 euros, and there's also a daily special. The very good breakfast is organic where possible. Meeting rooms equipped with projectors and sound systems ensure a steady supply of groups; computers and free Wi-Fi are on the main level, and you can use the Laundromat for €5. There's also a paved courtyard garden that's perfect for sunny evenings.
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