267ANTWERP ‘t Sandt h 0 å z ¡¡¡¡
Zand 13-19, 2000 Antwerp Tel (03) 2329390 Fax (03) 2325613 Rooms 29 Road Map C1
A cosy four-star hotel in Antwerp’s historical centre, ‘t Sandt occupies a protected mid-19th century building. The
stylish decor is aptly called Louis-Philippe Neo-Rococo. Suites are set around a courtyard garden. The Cathedral
Penthouse has one of the city’s best views. Breakfast is included in the price. http://www.hotel-sandt.be
DIEST De Fransche Croon h å z ¡¡
Leuvensestraat 26, 3290 Diest Tel (013) 314540 Fax (013) 333159 Rooms 28 Road Map D2
A whitewashed 19th-century coaching inn has been adapted into this agreeable, unpretentious hotel. It is within
walking distance of all the sights, shops, restaurants and bars. Six of the rooms have been given a modern makeover;
the rest are more traditional, but all are comfortable. Breakfast is included. http://www.defranschecroon.be
HALLE Warandehof h 0 å ¡¡
Warandestraat 34, 1755 Oetingen Tel ((054) 566104 Rooms 7 Road Map C2
Just 12 km (7 miles) from Halle, this hospitable hoevetoerisme hotel, set out in a modernized farmhouse and stable
blocks, caters to families and business clients. Buffet breakfast is part of the price. There is a help-yourself bar and
open fire in the communal dining area, where wholesome evening meals are served. http://www.warandehof.be
HASSELT Radisson Blu Hotel 7 h 0 S ÷ å z ¡¡
Torenplein 8, 3500 Hasselt Tel (011) 770007 Fax (011) 770099 Rooms 126 Road Map E2
A 1970s towerblock in the town centre has been turned into a sleek modern hotel. Views from the upper floors are
exhilarating. The rooms radiate high international standards, and have Jan van Eyck artwork. The Koper restaurant
provides Flemish cuisine with a modern touch. A fitness centre with pool is available. http://www.radissonblu.com
LEUVEN Martin’s Klooster 7 h å z ¡¡¡¡
Predikherenstraat 22, 3000 Leuven Tel (016) 213141 Fax (016) 223100 Rooms 40 Road Map D2
A beautifully renovated 16th-century monastery provides spacious suites and rooms, each with plenty of character,
without forgoing a sense of monastic purity. Peace and calm pervade the stylish public rooms. Lying just west of the
Grote Markt, the hotel is within easy reach of all the sights. http://www.martins-hotels.com
LIER Hof van Aragon 0 å ¡¡
Aragonstraat 6, 2500 Lier Tel (03) 4910800 Fax (03) 4910810 Rooms 20 Road Map C1
Occupying a renovated building in a quiet canal-side street, this small hotel offers simple well-presented rooms, with
en suite bathrooms. Buffet breakfast included. It is also possible to make half-board arrangements with a fixed menu
at a very reasonable price. Walled garden for summer relaxation. http://www.hofvanaragon.be
MAASEIK Hotel Aldeneikerhof^ ¡¡
Hamontweg 103, 3680 Maaseik Tel (089) 566777 Fax (089) 566778 Rooms 8 Road Map E1
A solid, four-storey 19th-century residence just east of the town has been prettily renovated to make a charming
guesthouse with garden. Breakfast included. Gastronomic dinner and half-board available by arrangement. Also on
offer are 2- to 4-night cycling holidays, with packed lunch. http://www.aldeneikerhof.be
MAASEIK Kasteel Wurfeld 7 h 0 å ¡¡¡
Kapelweg 60, 3680 Maaseik Tel (089) 568136 Fax (089) 568789 Rooms 33 Road Map E1
A vast country mansion dating from the 19th century, surrounded by 2.5 hectares (6 acres) of park. Some of the
rooms are in a new wing, but all offer spacious comfort. It is also possible to book half-board accommodation to
take advantage of the excellent veranda-restaurant. Breakfast is included. http://www.kasteelwurfeld.be
MECHELEN Hotel Vé 7 h ¡¡¡¡
Vismarkt 14, 2800 Mechelen Tel (015) 200755 Fax (015) 200 760 Rooms 36 Road Map C2
A 1920s fish-smoking factory in the old fish market has been imaginatively converted into a stylish hotel, where
minimalism meets comfort – a refreshing contrast to all the medieval wonders outside. The warm welcome is
extended equally to visitors and business travellers. A buffet breakfast is included in the price. http://www.hotelve.com
TONGEREN Ambiotel 7 h å ¡¡
Veemarkt 2, 3700 Tongeren Tel (012) 262950 Fax (012) 261542 Rooms 22 Road Map E2
A modern hotel in the middle of one of Belgium’s oldest cities and a good base from which to explore sights
on foot. Rooms are straightforward, but spacious and well presented. Breakfast included in the price. Lunch and
dinner available at the brasserie Den Ambi – a reference to Ambiorix, the Gallic chieftain. http://www.ambiotel.be
TONGEREN De Tornaco h ¡¡
Romeinse Kassei 5, 3840 Voort-Borgloon Tel (012) 672600 Rooms 6 Road Map E2
A rambling collection of farm buildings stands on the site of an old Roman inn, 8 km (5 miles) from Tongeren.
This has been made into a quiet and delightful hoevetoerisme B&B, with emphasis on horse riding and country
produce. Spacious rooms with boutique-hotel standards. Restaurants in nearby Borloon. http://www.detornaco.be
TURNHOUT Priorij Corsendonk h 0 å ¡¡
Corsendonk 5, 2360 Oud-Turnhout Tel (014) 462800 Fax (014) 390260 Rooms 78 Road Map E2
A 17th-century priory, 15 km (9 miles) from Turnhout, converted into a comfortable hotel surrounded by gardens. There
is a monastic air to the rooms, which are spread over several annexes. Although geared up for events, the hotel
welcomes individual guests. Breakfast included. Restaurant is open at weekends. http://www.priorij-corsendonk.be
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