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La vieille Lanterne

1.0 star property
Hotel in Brussels, 4-minute walk to La Grand Place

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Nestled close to Manneken Pis Statue, La vieille Lanterne offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi. Discover the charm of this Brussels hotel by exploring its gift shop, using tour/ticket assistance to plan your day and stay refreshed with luggage storage and a water dispenser.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
29, Rue Des Grands Carmes, Brussels, 1000

What's nearby

  • Manneken Pis Statue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • La Grand Place - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Brussels City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Place du Grand Sablon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Brussels Christmas Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bourse-Beurs Station - 5 min walk
  • Brussels-Chapel Station - 6 min walk
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poechenellekelder - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nüetnigenough - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Signé Cricotte - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪C'est ma tournée - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Au Soleil - ‬2 min walk

About this property

La vieille Lanterne

Hotel near La Grand Place
Close to Avenue Louise, La vieille Lanterne has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a water dispenser, and a front-desk safe
  • A gift shop, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at La vieille Lanterne have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Heating and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 per person

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 16.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.24 per room, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 12 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 16.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is La vieille Lanterne pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at La vieille Lanterne?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La vieille Lanterne?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is La vieille Lanterne located?

Located in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Manneken Pis Statue and La Grand Place. Brussels Christmas Market and Avenue Louise are also within 1 mi (2 km). Bourse-Beurs Station is 5 minutes by foot and Anneessens Tram Station is 5 minutes.

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La vieille Lanterne Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 61 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excelent Location

The location is very good. Near to the all the main tourist points, only some blocks of the main Plaza. The staff are really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was well located and I was able to sleep well. The owners were very kind but were lacking a little in their organization of organization. I would stay there again if I ever went back to Brussels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No air conditioning but fan supplied worked well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Cecille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Narrow spiral staircase, no kettle in the room so no coffee,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location

Fantastic location, across the street from Mannekin Pis and about a 2 block walk to the main square. Easy commute from at least two train stations. Numerous waffle, fries, and chocolate shops in spitting distance. Although on a main pedestrian street, everything quieted down before 10pm and so I had no problems sleeping. You do need to climb stairs to reach your room, so if you have mobility issues or extra large bags, this might not be for you. I travel with a backpack so a non-issue. Staff was very friendly and check-in was easy. I arrived early and they held my bag until the room was ready. Room included hair dryer, soap, and shampoo. (No conditioner, common in Europe.) Room had a safe. Room was clean, if slightly dated.
room
bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nandara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O quarto é bem espaçoso, tudo estava bem limpo, exceto pelo forte cheiro de cigarro. O hotel é super bem localizado, fizemos todos os passeios a pé e isso pra mim foi de grande importância. Me hospedaria novamente nesse hotel com certeza.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Erilene de Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Achei muito bom ficar neste hotel, pq a localização é muito boa. O hotel é confortável e os atendentes são muito amigáveis. Só há um inconveniente, a escada que dá acesso aos quartos é muito estreita dificultando o acesso com malas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Si non récupération de ma gourde, je ne recommande

Séjour à Bruxelles …. J’ai oublié une gourde dans la chambre … Je ne l’ai toujours pas récupéré Je n’ai pas apprécié la manière dont a été gérée la récupération de ma gourde avec l’hôtel ! Affaire en cours - à suivre …
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Otima localização

Ótima localização, bom custo-beneficio Pode ser desafiador para que tem algum problema de locomoção por não ter elevadior e a escada ser bem ingreme e estreita
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bien
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara, Granada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tuvieron muchos detalles, nos subieron las maletas y nos dejaron un regalazo la Nochevieja y se ofrecieron a guardarnos las maletas el último día. Nuestra habitación es preciosa y con vistas a Menekeen y cerca de todo. INCREÍBLE!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute Place in a Great Location

My mother and I stayed here for two nights (as tourists) and we loved it. The staff member who greeted us was really friendly. She later helped us book our train tickets to Paris, which we greatly appreciated. Our room was basic but cute. The best part of this place is the super convenient location that allows quick access to various points of interest for tourists.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent, room clean and staff great. Stairway narrow and a little intimidating when carrying luggage. I would recommend this hotel and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

一人旅むけかな？

一人旅でブリュッセルの治安も少し心配だったため立地と予算でここに決めましたが、結果正解だったな！と思いました。 ホテルと言え6部屋しかなく、まるで下宿のような感じでしたが、快適に過ごすことができました。 一人旅もしくは女性二人ぐらいで立地重視、多くを求めない人向けのホテルです。 レセプションは1階のお土産屋さんで行うため、お店が開いている時間しか対応できないようです。早朝や夜遅くなる時は事前にチェックされることをオススメします。 ホテルの方(お土産屋さんの方)は気さくで親切でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Le personnel est très aimable et accueillant, l'emplacement est très proche de la grand place ce qui est très pratique pour visiter à pied Bruxelles.La chambre est propre, la douche à revoir, la chambre est exiguë pour 3 personnes, difficile pour circuler. Pas de clim mais un ventilateur... si vous laissez la fenêtre ouverte, il y a beaucoup de bruit car le manneken pis est à 15 m et il y a des bars autour. Donc, cet hotel est très bien pour des personnes qui veulent tout avoir à proximité et qui ne veulent pas un "relais du silence"
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Olga la recepcionista es una persona muy amable y lista para ayudar en cualquier momento. Una excelente ubicación del hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would not describe this accommodation as a "Hotel", it is more on the basis of a Hostel. To begin with, the cover picture should had been much of an indication about the property. The cover picture is what it is, the front of the store that the family also runs. The welcoming & reception area is right outside the store as there is no room inside. One you step inside, it immediately leads you to the rooms by the extremely narrow and steep windy stairs. The room is ok for one person, no more than two. The extra bed that was charged for was nothing else than a very thin mattress cot. The "double/queen" bed was two twins put together in a full size bed frame which prompted the mattresses to sink in the middle for not having the adequate size support. The rooms were superficially clean as the bathrooms had mold and the shower drain clogged. There was too much noise from the outside & guests very early in the morning. Needless to say, location did not compensate how uncomfortable this hostel was. It is classified as non-smoking rooms but due to the structure of the building/rooms, there was a lot of cigarette smoke filtering to the rooms which exacerbated my breathing problems. This is probably inappropriate to mention but on the day we needed to pay for the stay, the owner had an extremely unpleasant alcohol breath that it was hard to handle. Being that this place DOES NOT MEET the american (USA) accommodation standards, I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND IT, not even because of location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Raisa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are tiny, in very bad need of new furniture , and no elevator have a lot of luggage! the stairs up to the rooms are windy , it is VERY noisy. The street is popular into the late night because of a bar next door , and we had loud conversations floating up to our room both nights until at least 3 am
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 nights at the EC in Brussels

Nice simple hotel, no wifi!!! No lift. Clean and comfy, and basic. I got there late, and no-one was there, you had to phone and get a code for key box, that was realty difficult to see in the dark. But, you did get an overview of the Mannekin Pis, if that is your thing, and right in the old center
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Situation centrale - Bon Accueil - Peu de chambres - Petit déjeuner servi dans la chambre
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small and local

V. Small and cosy hotel right in the heart of Brussels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parfaite localisation. je conseille personnel charmant et serviable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

DUBOIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trés bon rapport qualité-prix.

Un accueil très convivial. Le quartier est très agréable (plein centre ville). Possibilité de laisser les bagages dans une consigne gratuite le jour du départ (très appréciable).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Montréal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is super well-located in the heart of the city, close to everything a tourist needs. The rooms are simple, but clean. Everything work. The woman who runs the place was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Muy bien

Excelente ubicación! Desde la ventana se ve el manneken pis, llegas caminando a la gran plaza.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
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