Discover Irish College Leuven's unique charm, where a delicious continental breakfast and lovely garden await. Relax in the bar, take advantage of free WiFi, or get work done with 7 meeting rooms and a banquet hall. Guests have praised the hotel’s great location.
UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Brussels Airport (BRU) - 35 min drive
Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.) - 64 min drive
Charleroi (CRL-Brussels South Charleroi) - 78 min drive
Herent Station - 9 min drive
Heverlee Station - 22 min walk
Leuven Station - 24 min walk
Restaurants
Noir Koffiebar - 4 min walk
Café Allee - 5 min walk
Bardot - 5 min walk
Café Manger - 4 min walk
Karément - 5 min walk
About this property
Irish College Leuven
Irish College Leuven is a great choice for a stay in Leuven. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
58 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
The front desk hours vary at this property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Secured uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Working away
7 meeting rooms
Conference space (1722 square feet)
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs EUR 30 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Irish College Leuven Hotel
Irish College Leuven Leuven
Irish College Leuven Hotel Leuven
Frequently asked questions
Does Irish College Leuven offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Irish College Leuven does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Irish College Leuven?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Irish College Leuven?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 30 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Irish College Leuven?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Irish College Leuven and nearby?
Irish College Leuven has a garden.
What's the area around Irish College Leuven like?
Irish College Leuven is a short 5-minute walk from Old Market Square and 8 minutes' walk from Grand Beguinage of Leuven.
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Reviews
Irish College Leuven Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as fantastic, good, and amazing with plenty of choice and high-quality options. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2026
Very good stay for the price. Good breakfast and nice staff. Great with the private parking and close to all the restaurants and bars
Lars
Lars, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 26, 2025
Simple rooms; fantastic breakfast and staff
John
John, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Great location, decent room
Ekaterina
Ekaterina, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 26, 2025
Simple place, good location.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Clean, friendly, helpful and good environment.
John
John, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
An unconventional but comfortable place to stay, convenient to restaurants and shopping. Rooms are a bit stripped down, but quiet and clean. If you have a group, the quad might be an affordable option.
Heather R
Heather R, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 11, 2025
Good location, nice breakfast. They need to renew the curtains.
E.
E., 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
The property is located an easy and quick walk from anything you may need - the city centre, cafes, restaurants, bars and even supermarkets. It’s clean, spacious and breakfast is good. I’d definitely stay here again
Melisa
Melisa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2024
Really nice place old monastery staff were great.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2024
Visit to Leuven
Wonderful historical place near center. Excellent breakfast and very helpful staff. Room was spacious and comfortable.
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4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2024
Nicest and most helpful people! Great breakfast.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
Historic lodgings in Leuven
We spent two lovely nights in the Irish College. Even got an impromptu tour and history from one of the staff. Breakfasts were amazing, and the room, though not fancy, was spacious, clean, and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Kendall Dunkelberg
Kendall Dunkelberg, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
As advertised. Convenient
Good location central.
City centre walkable.
Room clean. Reception very helpful
Lutfi
Lutfi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 17, 2025
The Irish College is centered in the middle of Leuven.
Verry beautiful building and location, nice and luxery room, with private shower and toilet.
Parking next to the building, verry private with a solid gate. They only did not mangane the parking is € 30,- per night. Adding to the bill.
Rob
Rob, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 17, 2024
Great stay , watch out for car park charges
It is a really good hotel as the name says part of the Irish College with lecture being taken while we were there.
The staff were really friendly at reception and the building supervisor was really helpful as on our arrival most of the room electrics did not work but he sorted it qickly.
In the room there was no Kettle tv or radio. The shower room was very good with soap supplied. Breakfast was continental style with plenty to eat.
The hotel is fairly central to the city which i suppose accounts for car parking being 30euros for just 1 night, but the car park was behind a security gate and totally safe.
I had never heard of Leuven before booking but it is an amazing city with fantastic architecture. I hope to go back
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Football in Leuven
I was a little dubious having booked the Irish college, rather than a hotel, but it was for convenience to get to the Den Dreef Stadium.
I need not have been dubious. Staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were great. Basic, but functional and clean. No kettle or hairdryer though.
As requested a car park space had been reserved for me. Marked with my name and the date.
Breakfast was fantastic. Plenty of choice, good quality and helpful staff on hand.
My only suggestion/request would be for better directions for both the hotel entrance and car park. Some roads around are closed to traffic at certain parts of the day, and it is not easy (at all) to navigate around those. I had to park the car and walk around to find it and then explore a route to get there. I’m still not sure I didn’t drive a route I shouldn’t have!
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 11, 2024
No TV, less facility, but confortable to sleep. And the staffs are friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
It’s a very comfortable place
Olena
Olena, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2025
No a/c but other than that, stay was perfect.
Claudia
Claudia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
VERY NICE
Thomas
Thomas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2022
Excellent stay (second time)
Excellent stay, easy 24h check-in, nice breakfast. Modest but sufficient (a comfortable student hall of residence) and well located. It’s my second stay there and will return!
Joao Pedro
Joao Pedro, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 10, 2024
good breakfast
Tatsuya
Tatsuya, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2022
A good choice
A very interesting (in a good way) place to stay. Charming, beautiful grounds (visit the garden for a moment) super friendly and accommodating staff. I will stay again on my next trip to Leuven.
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4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
No a/c and no mosquito netting made it less pleasant in hot weather
Guy
Guy, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 9, 2023
Rooms were very nice , beautiful location and gardens, breakfast was very nice in nice surroundings. However the rooms could be better, some lights didn't work, tea/coffee making facilities in the room would be a excellent addition, extra pillows / duvet wasnt available.
However overall a great location with friendly staff.