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Train Cabin Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Train World

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 8.00 per person)
Exterior
Basic Cabin (Train Compartment) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Located near the iconic Atomium, Train Cabin Hostel offers a lively vibe with a terrace, library, and bar. Savor breakfast to dinner at Train Bistro restaurant or unwind with in-room WiFi and BBQ grills.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Basic Cabin (Train Compartment) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Basic Cabin (Train Compartment)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
14 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • 14 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in a 9 Person Room)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in a 9 Person Room)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
6 Avenue Georges Rodenbach 6, Brussels, 1030

What's nearby

  • Atomium - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Mini-Europe - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Belgian Comic Strip Center - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • European Union Parliament Building - 11 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • La Grand Place - 11 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Schaerbeek Station - 2 min walk
  • Princesse Élisabeth Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Alexander - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Riga - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marcon Vini - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Matiate - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Train Cabin Hostel

Hostel near Belgian Comic Strip Center
Located close to Train World and Atomium, Train Cabin Hostel provides a terrace, a library, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Train Bistro, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Train Cabin Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries

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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 buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Train Bistro

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 11 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Bed linens and sleeping bags not included in the room rate. Bed linens and sleeping bags are available for a surcharge or guests may bring their own.
Please be advised that this property is a Train and not a standard hotel.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8.00 per person
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 11 PM and midnight

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Train Cabin Hostel Brussels
Train Cabin Brussels
Train Cabin Hostel Brussels
Train Cabin Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Train Cabin Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Brussels

Frequently asked questions

Is Train Cabin Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Train Cabin Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Train Cabin Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available from 11 PM– midnight for a fee of EUR 20.

What time is check-out at Train Cabin Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Train Cabin Hostel located?

Located in Schaerbeek, this hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Train World and within 3 mi (5 km) of Belgian Comic Strip Center and St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral. La Grand Place and Museum of Musical Instruments are also within 3 mi (5 km). Schaerbeek Station is only a 2-minute walk and Princesse Élisabeth Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

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Train Cabin Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 59 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Loralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is fantastic. Tram is very close. 2min walk. Very fun concept of staying in a train. Staff lovely. The negatives were dragging suitcases up three very long staircases. Also we were in C31 which was supposed to sleep 2 people. No working ladder to the top berth. Bottom bed would maybe sleep two 8 year old kids. Not two adults. Should not be considered a double room. Had to sleep feet to head so that we could fit. If trying to sleep an adult this should be a single room. Bed wasn’t even a double bed. Also second night we froze. Heat couldn’t be controlled in the room. We’re really glad we tried it but likely would stay somewhere a bit more comfortable next time
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christelle

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

Allez découvrir Train cabin Hostel !

Nous avons passé une nuit, une cabine adultes et une cabine pour nos 5 enfants (10, 12, 15, 17 et 19 ans). Le concept est très fun, avec peu de bagages et une bonne organisation ! Le personnel est vraiment sympa et professionnel. Mension spéciale pour la propreté des sanitaires et le buffet du petit-déjeuner, joliment présenté, varié et bon ! Bravo, nous reviendrons visiter Bruxelles !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

albane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

⚠️ cabines de train sans drap et couette

Il n’était pas précisé sur le descriptif de l’hôtel que les cabines dans les wagons n’ont pas de drap ni couverture ou couette ni de serviettes de toilettes. Nous avons donc dû ajouter 15€ par duvet et 2€ pour 2 serviettes, ce qui n’était pas prévu dans notre budget. (L’hôtel le précise dans sa confirmation mais le site Hotels.com n’en parle pas en amont). Par ailleurs l’hôtel est proche de l’aéroport et de la gare donc en plus des voisins qui claquent les portent des cabines et parlent fort jour comme nuit, l’environnement est très bruyant. A part ça l’accueil est très pro et le petit déjeuner très bon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Banheiros limpos Quartos de cabine apertados e colchão duro, estreito
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einfach schlecht Kabinen ohne Heizung ohne decken
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Un séjour fort sympathique, le cadre dans lequel nous sommes plongez est atypique ce qui est plaisant. Le seul problème est la chambre, ne prenez pas les train cabines si vous êtes grand, vous risqueriez de passez une mauvaise nuit comme moi.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

raineri

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

Une belle expérience

Accueil super,le concept est génial, les enfants et nous même avons adorer, nous avons dormi dans les cabines couchettes c'était super,toutes les pièces sont décorées d'objets anciens, en un mot génial
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Christiane

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

Séjours familial avec mes Fils enzo Matheo louis

Grande Chambre Avec lits individuels , hôtels familial, personnel courtois, cuisine familiale, Bien situé sécurité propre👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Sonia

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

Expérience dépaysante

Petite escapade avec nos petites filles de 16 et 19 ans pour visite de Bruxelles. Expérience dépaysante et hors du commun. Confort sommaire mais en accord avec le concept du train couchette.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bonjours ils nous ont arnaquer nous sommes tres deçu .des photos mensongaires un personnel tres impoli qui nous rigoler en plaine figure un manque de respect incroyable nous somme rentrer nous attendons notre remboursement faites le au plus vite merci.bonne journee
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Super weekend avec les enfants !

Hotel vraiment sympa avec des enfants (nous étions en cabine de train couchette) malgré le bruit des voisins mais ça fait partie du jeu vu que c'est un vrai train ! (pas d'isolation) Mes enfants ont adoré ! Petit dej un peu cher pour 3, beaucoup déjeunaient en "hors sac" sur la terrasse et c'est une bonne idée pour la prochaine fois :-) Sinon très bien situé, possibilité de rejoindre la gare centrale de Bruxelles en train en 10 minutes en sachant que le train est gratuit pour 4 enfants de moins de 12 ans voyageant avec un adulte ! Et il y a vraiment beaucoup de trains. Sanitaires modernes et propres, Wifi top aussi !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique experience with helpful attentive staff. Very clean and very well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
l'hôtel est très original et surprenant. L'accueil est très chaleureux.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Deze accommodatie is niet aan te raden. Kamers zijn erg klein.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Hostel mit spannender Übernachtungs möglichkeiten

Personal sehr freundlich und versucht zu helfen. Aber sonnst seht laut und man kommt kaum zu schlafen in den Abteilen. Wer Ruhe sucht ist hier total falsch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Otavio Augusto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Atente aos detalhes da reserva

Ao chegarmos ao local, fomos informados que nossa reserva não incluía toalhas, lençóis, cobertor ou travesseiros. Não havia toalha para alocação e os sacos de dormir (único item que podia ser locado) custava 15,00. As moças da recepção foram solícitas em nos mostrar a acomodação e o conceito do hostel. Acredito que a falha foi do site, em não deixar claros essas restricoes. Fora isso , banheiros compartilhados extremamente limpos e acomodações também !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Alina, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beware of this dump. Keep out!!! Don't ever sleep in their train cabins. It is the most unsanatary place I have ever seen in a hostel. All night and a half a day the sink was clogged in the women's bathroom. There was no toilet paper from 12 am to 2 pm in the same women's bathroom. The hallways were full of garbage from 6 am to 2 pm until I had had it and booked a new place. I am surprised that this place has not been shut down for not meeting European Union standards. It is a scam for what they charge for complete disgust.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
le caractère insolite et la qualité de l'accueil dommage que le stationnement soit un vrai problème
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hele kleine kamer zonder muziek . De rest van het hotel was wel goed ook het ontbijt. Voor de traincabine moet je 3 lange trappen oplopen, ook een nadeel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like that it didn’t have any heater and they don’t have blanquets for the room I got
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rodolphe

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

Parfait très dépaysant !!

!! Attention juste à ne pas oublier votre couchage !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Serge

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

Souvenir des wagons lits!!!

Très bon accueil, personnel professionnel et souriant, lieux propres, enfants ravis par les installations ludiques et par les couchettes. Passé les portes de l'hôtel, environnement sécurisé ; seul bémol, absence de parking dédié.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Noel

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

Je l'ai recommande vivement.

Mon séjour s'est bien passé, une équipe chouette et amicale. L'hôtel est sur la route, facilité des mouvements, les chambres sont spacieuses avec une bonne aération.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Davide

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

Pulito e 'speciale'

Ostello molto pulito,ho soggiornato in una delle 'cabine' con altre due persone e siamo stati un pò strettini ma niente di grave.Consiglio però di prendere delle camere più ampie per 4 persone e oltre.Personale molto accogliente e struttura molto caratteristica.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

sandrine, avril

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

Hôtel charmant original

Une expérience jamais vécu auparavant dormir dans un train c était la première fois. Les enfants étaient ravis mais en ce qui concerne mon conjoint , le lit était trop petit car il mesure 1m85. Cependant , c était un bon séjour . Merci
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

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