Our favorite romantic stays and hidden gems
Le Made in Louise (MIL to its friends) is a charming 3* hotel located in Ixelles, in the heart of the Art Nouveau district, near the center of Brussels, 8 minutes from the Grand Place. This is our favorite place to sleep in Brussels, and we've stayed here a dozen times.
Reservation
We recommend booking your stay at Made in Louise via Booking.com, which often offers free cancellation. Send us a message on Instagram if you go, it would make us super happy.
If le Made in Louise is full, we recommend the Made in Catherine, which is more central. It's her little sister, a little more rock'n roll. It's the same team and the same attention to detail.
History
Le Made in Louise is a family story. Mélanie and Martin Duchateau are inseparable brother and sister. Both graduates of the École Hôtelière de Lausanne in Switzerland, they bought the former Hotel Louise in 2011. Together with their mother, an interior designer, they completely renovated the hotel, respecting the style and charm of this 20th-century Brussels house.
The arrival
On site, you'll discover a warm and inviting interior with an eye for detail. We welcome you in French, Dutch, German, English or Spanish. The team is young, smiling and absolutely charming. Special mention goes to Amandine, a pearl of kindness and professionalism.
The rooms
There are 48 rooms, all very comfortably furnished: palatial beds, contemporary furniture, colorful wallpaper (we love it!), wooden shutters and soft carpets. The beds are fitted with 100% cotton sheets from a Belgian brand that's so good to wake up to in the morning. The bathroom is stocked with Clarins welcome products.
Some of our favorite rooms:
1 • Comfort Room • Photo • ☁️
2 • Charming Room • Photo • 🌸
3 • Executive Room • Photo • ✨
Some rooms open directly onto a pretty tree-lined courtyard with a life-size chess set, while others overlook Rue Veydt. Tip: ask for a room overlooking the rear courtyard, as these are the quietest and most pleasant.
The hotel
On the first floor, you can enjoy a game of billiards, a puzzle or a glass of wine by the fire. Croissants and pains au chocolat are available. You can make your own cappuccino to take away, free of charge. There's also a mini-bar with a selection of artisanal Belgian beers, fine wines by the glass and some light snacks.
Breakfast
Every morning, enjoy a delicious optional breakfast featuring fresh, organic and often Belgian produce. The buffet is served on the bright veranda. On the menu: Belgian specialties, waffles, Liège syrup, chocolate vermicelli, Belgian granola from GR'EAT, bacon, eggs, jams from Pipaillon, pancakes, French toast and lots of other goodies.
Location
Le Made in Louise is quietly located in the Châtelain district of Brussels, just a few minutes from Avenue Louise and the center of Brussels. Private parking is available for €20 a day, subject to availability. Alternatively, go to the Indigo public parking lot 2 minutes away. You can also park in the surrounding streets. Our favorite neighborhood restaurant? 65 Degrees on Avenue Louise!
The nearby Bois de la Cambre is undoubtedly Belgium's most beautiful wooded park. We love taking walks there on the weekends. Designed in the English style, it feels like a real forest. The most beautiful part of the park is the lake surrounding Chalet Robinson, a magnificent rustic restaurant (it has a bit of a Canadian feel to it) that's accessible only by boat.
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Yes, some rooms and suites at Made in Louise have a lovely bathtub in the bathroom.
Le Made in Louise offers 48 rooms, each with its own character and decoration. Enjoy the beds with their 100% Belgian cotton sheets, a real pleasure!
Yes, there is a wood stove surrounded by comfortable armchairs, right across from the reception. The perfect place to share a glass of wine and chat for hours.
No, breakfast is extra at Made in Louise , but it's well worth the detour, with its local, often Belgian and organic products.
Arrival is from 3pm and departure is between 7am and 12pm.
It varies according to the period, but you can start to find rooms from €73 a night without breakfast, making it a very affordable hotel. It's great value for money in Brussels.
Yes, the hotel works with a private car park from 15€ per day. Other public car parks are also close by (such as the Indigo public car park 200m away) and it is also possible to park in the neighbourhood. A Tesla charger is available in the private car park.
Yes, that's right, and the hotel has coupon codes for the Billy Bike application.
