Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near La Grand Place in Brussels

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Terrace/patio
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Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Rue de la Sablonnière 30, Brussels, 1000
  • Place, La Grand Place
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Brussels Christmas Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, European Union Parliament Building
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brussels (BRU-Brussels - National)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Brussels

Heart of Brussels.Within a 10-minute walk of this Upper Town hostel, you'll find Cirque Royal and Le Botanique. City 2 Shopping Mall and Rue Neuve are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Belgian Comic Strip Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Palace of Brussels - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • La Grand Place - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Brussels Christmas Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • European Union Parliament Building - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Botanique-Kruidtuin Station - 3 min walk
  • Brussels-Congress Station - 7 min walk
  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Caberdouche - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar A Pain - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Petit Coin Royal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oasis | Gay sauna - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Better than Hungry - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel

Hostel near La Grand Place in Brussels
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel.

This Brussels hostel is smoke free.

  • 170 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel offers 170 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Jacques Brel Youth Hostel to the airport?

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel is 9.4 mi (21-min drive) away from the Brussels Airport (BRU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $112.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Jacques Brel Youth Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel.

Does Jacques Brel Youth Hostel offer free breakfast?

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Grand Casino Brussels (18-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Jacques Brel Youth Hostel have a pool?

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Jacques Brel Youth Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Jacques Brel Youth Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Jacques Brel Youth Hostel to downtown Brussels?

Jacques Brel Youth Hostel is 0.7 mi away from Brussels.