ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

A nice stylish looking hotel. The rooms could do with a bit of a refresh, particularly the bathroom which seemed a little run down but they are very spacious and comfortable. We had an issue with our window not closing properly and someone was up within minutes to fix it. Similarly someone also came to check everything was okay with our room and when we told them a couple of the light bulbs weren't working someone was up again within minutes to fix the issue. So the staff do try and fix any issues you have which was appreciated. As mentioned in other reviews the area is not ideal but we had no issues. It's unfair to book a hotel in that area then complain about the area as the hotel can't be held responsible for what goes on outside its doors. I would suggest if you don't want to be in a busy area near a train station then maybe you should look elsewhere. The breakfast was good as with plenty to choose from. There's also snacks available from reception. I would say the reception staff could maybe be a bit friendlier. They didn't say hello or anything to is when we were coming in and out which was a bit unusual but the cleaning staff were very friendly and always said hello.

Good hotel. Good staff. Close to the railway station and bus. So easy to commute. Only con being, no lockers available in the room and the drainage system is not good. Leaves some unwanted smell in the bathroom.

I know Brussels quite well having lived there. I also speak one of the national languages. So no surprises that close to the Gare du Midi there are a variety of social issues, and the hotel does its best to isolate itself from what is going on outside. Deals were going down, but I could not see exactly of what substances. Anyway this does not bother me so much, but it might for other residents. The hotel itself was fine, I do not have particularly high standards but it was nice to relax in a room with facilities. Much cheaper than the Novotel just down the road. I lived in the city seven years ago and one change is the availability of electric scooters and electric bikes almost everywhere. These get you away from the station area, Stalingrad and the surrounding suburbs fairly easily. The traffic is currently appalling due to huge road projects in the areas close to the hotel (Bd Maurice Lemonnier, Av de Stalingrad). I do not know what they are doing, but it is BIG and not finished.

Old hotel with a scary elevator. Rooms are not very clean and the hotel is located in a bad part of town. Strange people always lurking around at the entrance. Hotel front door is closed until 8am and nobody tells you this, so one time I went out for coffee and got locked out with all those vagrants lurking at the entrance. Took the reception a long time to open the door. I really see no reason to stay at this place.

Our main purpose for booking a hotel for our Brussels trip was to have a place to stay, where we can freshen up and relax after long days of exploring the city and country. We didn´t order breakfast, since there were quite a few different locations for food around the hotel that we wanted to try out, so I can´t comment on that. But the service was nice, staff were helpful and the rooms were clean and big. The location is great if you´re travelling around with the train, since the Brussels South (midi) train station is right outside. There was some traffic noise coming from the outside, but nothing unexpected when your hotel is located right next to a train station. Over all a good experience with helpful staff, clean hotel with a nice lobby and bar as well.