A contemporary hotel with stylish interiors. Fashioned out of two town houses linked by a green patio, it is located between Meir, the main shopping area, and the cathedral.

A quiet, romantic option located just behind the Grote Markt. Spacious one-bedroom suites have separate living rooms and lovely views. There is an attractive terrace where guests can enjoy breakfast in warm weather. The hotel is suitable for business travellers too.

Located just behind the Meir shopping street, this chain hotel is fresh, modern and efficient. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. There is a delicious breakfast buffet and a cosy bar with a good choice of wines.

This converted town house near the River Scheldt offers nine dazzlingly white rooms all with minimalist decor and modern facilities. Breakfast is taken in the neighbouring Gin-Fish restaurant, which used to be called De Matelote (hence the name).

This modern hotel lies in a convenient location close to the Rubenshuis, and is a short walk from the cathedral via some of Antwerp's best shopping streets.

A highly respected family run hotel in a 1920s Art Deco mansion. Although located further out of the centre than other options, Firean’s unique charm makes the journey worthwhile. Rooms are spacious and feature rich fabrics.

This hotel in an old patrician mansion has been elegantly kitted out in a style you might call ”Neo-Rococo”. All the suites, including the luxurious penthouse, are set around a courtyard garden. It lies just to the west of the cathedral, and close to the river.

This is a large and well-run hotel, close to the Centraal Station, east of the city centre. It offers extensive conference facilities, and is well suited to the business traveller. It has a fitness suite and swimming pool.

Located in the up-andcoming docklands a 15-minute walk north of the centre, this Best Western-owned hotel sports a black-and-white colour scheme in the rooms and public areas. There is a well-stocked breakfast buffet, but no other meals are available. However, there are plenty of dining options nearby.

This is possibly the smartest youth hostel in Belgium, featuring a minimalist interior with a mix of two-, four- and six-bed rooms and a designer bar. It is accessible to disabled travellers and has no curfew.