Name: The Standard Brussels
Address: Brussels, BE
Price range: From $178

The Standard Brussels, BrusselsThe Standard Brussels in Brussels, Belgium has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 45 of 162 hotels we score in Brussels. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.8, Tripadvisor 3.2. Rooms from about $178 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Standard Brussels is a new five-star hotel located in the Northern Quarter near Brussels North Station and Tour & Taxis. It offers 180 rooms and 20 extended-stay apartments, all featuring soundproofing and city views. The property includes a 24-hour gym, a rooftop restaurant called Lila29, a lobby bar, and a garden. Live entertainment such as concerts takes place on-site, making it suitable for travellers seeking a lively atmosphere. Business guests can use the dedicated meeting rooms and laptop stations. While the facilities are modern, some guests have reported issues with breakfast variety and cleanliness. The hotel is pet friendly and provides on-site parking.What stands out

Soundproofed rooms with city views

Rooftop restaurant and terrace

On-site gym open 24 hours

Live music and entertainment

Watch out for

Limited breakfast selection

Occasional cleanliness issues

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