In the heart of the business district, Novotel Leuven Centrum offers a unique blend of relaxation and entertainment. Unwind at the bar, indulge in dry cleaning/laundry services, or challenge yourself at the arcade/game room. With free in-room WiFi and a playground for kids, this upscale eco-certified hotel is perfect for families and professionals alike.
Located near a train station, Novotel Leuven Centrum is a great choice for a stay in Leuven. After getting a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
At a glance
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Hotel size
139 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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Children
Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (3348 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2002
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
Arcade/game room
Locally sourced food is prioritized
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Uses some LED lighting
Waste recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 34
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
31-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Twin sofa bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
Uses some LED lighting
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 50 per night
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.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 24 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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 and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Belgium. This property is rated 4 stars.
Also known as
Leuven Novotel
Novotel Centrum Hotel Leuven
Novotel Leuven
Novotel Leuven Centrum
Accor Leuven Centrum
Novotel Leuven Centrum Hotel Leuven
Novotel Leuven Centrum Hotel
Novotel Leuven Centrum Hotel
Novotel Leuven Centrum Leuven
Novotel Leuven Centrum Hotel Leuven
Frequently asked questions
Does Novotel Leuven Centrum offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Leuven Centrum 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 Novotel Leuven Centrum?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Leuven Centrum?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Novotel Leuven Centrum.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Leuven Centrum?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Novotel Leuven Centrum and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Leuven Centrum?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Novotel Leuven Centrum like?
Novotel Leuven Centrum is in the heart of Leuven, a short 10-minute walk from Leuven Station and 6 minutes' walk from Stella Artois.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as very good, great, and perfect. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 16, 2026
Good breakfast options
paul
paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
It was a very clean hotel with nice staff.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Room was great. Bed was so comfortable best nights sleep ever. Found the beer prices expensive at 11 euros for 2 half pints. Hotel staff very helpful and pleasant
Thomas
Thomas, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 16, 2024
Nice place to stay in the centre of Leuven. Close to plenty of shops and travel options.
Was great for my business trip.
Nathan
Nathan, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 2, 2024
Friendly staff, clean rooms
MOHAN
MOHAN, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 23, 2024
Great stay in Leuven!
Close proximity to food outlets, cafe, bars and public transport.
Natalee
Natalee, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2023
Front desk team was really friendly.
Gregory
Gregory, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
The room was beautiful and big enough for my family of 4. The breakfast menu was perfect for me. Enjoyed my stay.
Ashraf
Ashraf, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2024
Good breakfasts
sathinee
sathinee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Friendly and warm staff who are very efficient. Property was very clean and safe
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2023
The staffs are very accommodating and very supportive.
Adeola
Adeola, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 19, 2024
Long weekend stay
Great location. Friendly staff on reception. Good size rooms with a decent view at the rear of the hotel. Cleaning of the room was a little amiss at times. Have stayed twice before and would stay again.
JULIE
JULIE, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 29, 2025
Recommend but slightly expensive
Very good location! Helpful staffs.
Room is clean.
But price is a bit high.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Easy from the station, 10 min walk. Same back into the town. Very good surroundings lots of things to do. Staff helpful and a really great barman in the main bar of an evening
Karl
Karl, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 15, 2024
We had a comfortable stay. The room was cosy and suited our needs perfectly. The beds were comfortable, and both the room and bathroom were clean and well-maintained. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, and we would consider staying here again.
Managed to get a parking spot outside the hotel, but carpark would have been expensive,
Mansoor
Mansoor, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2025
Okay place but nothing special
Very nice staff. Clean. Good size room. Nice breakfast.
Overpriced for what you get. Premium price for average to slightly above average everything. Very firm mattress. Unable to control temperature of the room. Not a very good location for accessing Leuven centre. It was just kind of plain. If I compare to places that are half the price the things are marginally better but not worth the price increase.
James
James, 9-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2024
The staff were friendly and the room was clean with a comfortable bed. The hotel is a 15 minute walk to the centre so not that convenient. The road was noisy as was the Stella factory outside, The small bar was nice but there was no lounge for guests to relax and the rooms are small for relaxing even though I had an executive room. I did not eat at the hotel so cannot comment on the food.
Katrina
Katrina, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 28, 2024
You can do better!
Really needs an overall service/staff and breakfast wise. The teams are not motivated and hard to find, the breakfast for the price is simply ridiculous. The hot food is stone cold, the bacon looks boiled and the scrambled eggs have been cooked until any moisture has been removed.
The rooms are decent, good shower and the beds are comfortable.
Price value isn’t right and never has been at the Novotel in Leuven, they make a lot money from InBev head office and don’t see the need to changer, sad.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2023
The room was a nice size, and the beds were comfortable. When we arrived at 2 pm for check-in, they told us it would be another hour -- the hotel was fully booked, and housekeeping had gotten behind. But they were able to let us in at 2:30 pm, so it really wasn't too bad -- they were very apologetic. It's a short walk to the train station and bus station, and Oude Markt and Grote Markt are about a 20-minute walk. (You can also take one of the city buses for 2 euro -- but I'm not sure how late or frequently they run. There's a restaurant and bar at the hotel, and it is essentially next door to the Stella Artois brewery, if you're interested in doing a tour there. Overall, my husband, son, and I had a comfortable and pleasant stay.
Maura
Maura, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2026
Fantastic all around, great location and well maintained - perfect for my work trip.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Mar 20, 2026
Room carpet was dirty so was the toilet. Restaurant food was expensive and atrocious. Seemed like heated frozen food
Rajat
Rajat, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2023
Great place to stay!
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 6, 2026
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Mette
Mette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2024
Great family hotel
Lovely hotel in Leuven, good location near station and Stella brewery and short walk into town, good family room and breakfast options
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 19, 2024
Nice and modern hotel, just a quick walk/bike from the large breweries and downtown Leuven.