In the heart of Brussels, Jacques Brel Youth Hostel offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and on-site Belgian cuisine restaurant. Explore the arcade/game room, relax in the garden or connect to in-room WiFi; past guests rave about their stay.
Charleroi (CRL-Brussels South Charleroi) - 54 min drive
Brussels-Congress Station - 7 min walk
Brussels Central Station - 13 min walk
Brussels-North Station - 19 min walk
Botanique-Kruidtuin Station - 3 min walk
Madou Station - 5 min walk
Gillon Tram Stop - 7 min walk
Restaurants
Fedorest FINTO - 4 min walk
Le Petit Bon Bon - 3 min walk
Al Solito Posto - 4 min walk
Le Petit Coin Royal - 2 min walk
Better than Hungry - 4 min walk
About this property
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel
When you stay at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Avenue Louise and Tour & Taxis. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Botanique-Kruidtuin Station is 3 minutes and Madou Station is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
170 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
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
Free buffet breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Arcade/game room
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Belgian cuisine.
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 5.60 per room, per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Gîte-Auberge Jeunesse Jacques Brel Hostel Brussels
Gîte-Auberge Jeunesse Jacques Brel Hostel
Gîte-Auberge Jeunesse Jacques Brel Brussels
Gîte-Auberge Jeunesse Jacques Brel
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel Brussels
Jacques Brel Youth Brussels
Jacques Brel Youth
Jacques Brel Youth Hotel Brussels
Gîte Auberge de Jeunesse Jacques Brel
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel Brussels
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Jacques Brel Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Jacques Brel Youth Hostel 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 Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Brussels (18-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Jacques Brel Youth Hostel and nearby?
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Jacques Brel Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Belgian cuisine.
What's the area around Jacques Brel Youth Hostel like?
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel is in Upper Town, a short 3-minute walk from Botanique-Kruidtuin Station and 17 minutes' walk from La Grand Place.
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Reviews
Jacques Brel Youth Hostel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Jun 24, 2025
Very friendly staff, nice bar area with activities. Very comfortable beds. During our visit there was an ongoing renevation in progress so it will be even nicer in the future.
Ossi
Ossi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
The staff was efficient and helpful. The rooms were super clean and everything seems very eco friendly and self conscious. You put your own linens on and just return them when you leave. Super easy and comfortable all around.
Solange
Solange, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
An overnight in Brussels
An amazing place with a peaceful vibe and the atmosphere of the hostel is big old house meets modern and the staff were so friendly and professional,the room was super warm and comfortable and lots of space ,we will be back again
Joey
Joey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
tartan army germany stop off
great place for a night room was basic but had private bathroom and was very clean staff very friendly and attentive wasn’t too impressed with breakfast but didn’t expect a free breakfast so wasn’t bothered all staff i interacted with were Brilliant
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 26, 2025
The property is decent and a typical hostel. We got a room with 3 beds. The bed sheet was a bit too thin, almost felt like it was just a mattress cover. Free breakfast was decent. Overall it's good enough when travelling on a budget. Room facility needs updating.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2025
Beautiful area and a delightful hostel!
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Dec 12, 2025
Staff were rude and not accommodating
Randal
Randal, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2022
Excellent
Good quiet well located hostel. Only downside was that towels weren’t included.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Very nice
Daanish
Daanish, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Very practical and secure
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2025
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Yessica
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
Personnel super sympa
Olivier
Olivier, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2025
Chambre dortoir de 6lits. Sommaire mais correspondant à l’esprit auberge de jeunesse. Animation des espaces communs jusqu’à tard. Échanges sympathiques toujours dans l’esprit de l’auberge de jeunesse. Belle expérience.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Chambre 114 pour 6 personnes. Bonne aération car fenêtres sur deux coins. Grande chsmbre de bains. Bon dejeuner froid inclus dans le prix. Bien situé car près de plusieurs modes de transport collectifs. Excellent rspport qualité-prix
Brigitte
Brigitte, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
Le personnel est aidant et souriant. Nous avons eu 3 jours de grosse pluie, le système de drainage a été surchargé, ce qui a amené des odeurs nauséabondes pendant 3 jours. Pour tout le reste, c’erait parfait.
Brigitte
Brigitte, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 25, 2025
Posizione abbastanza comoda ma pulizia assolutamente da rivedere. Lenzuola bucate e sporche, idem per i pavimenti e anche il bagno non era pulito. Bagno cieco e senza ventola, molto umido e con muffa.
Serena
Serena, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 28, 2024
Mucha suciedad
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2024
Simple et efficace
Sejour simple et efficace dans cette auberge de jeunesse. Tout est propre et le service est très agréable. Commodités sur place avec un bar accessible etc. Chambres équipées du minimum mais ça nous suffit (pas de serviettes de toilettes incluses mais 1.5 euros en sus). Pas très bien isolé donc peut être bruyant en fonction de vos voisins
Très bien placé car places tout le long dans la rue (payante sauf le soir et dimanche) et à 30 min à pied du centre ville.
Emeline
Emeline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2023
Lugar legal
Eder
Eder, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 22, 2023
Boa experiência. Recomendo. Bom custo benefício. Ponto negativo. Toalhas tem pagar. Acho que isso deveria fazer parte do custo.
Francisco Alberto Cavalca
Francisco Alberto Cavalca, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2022
Bon auberge
Bon emplacement à 20 minutes du centre à pied. Confort acceptable mais on a eu un problème avec les sanitaires, apparemment les déchets des toilettes en commun à côté de notre chambre ressortaient au niveau de nos sanitaires privatives.
Petit déjeuner très correct pour un auberge.
Je trouve le rapport qualité-prix un peu élevé
Samir
Samir, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2022
Standard features could have been present like iron, ice, Tv
Tuan anh
Tuan anh, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 15, 2022
HORRIBLE RECEPTION SERVICE
When we arrive the attention and service at the reception was the worst in traveling life.
The AM lady at the reception has such a TERRIBLE attitude, with a very negative and bad service.
The lady in the afternoon was the opposite, very kind friendly and respectful. The guy at the bar was very good.
Breakfast is bad. Please is not clean.
FERNANDO CESAR
FERNANDO CESAR, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2022
Hostello Super!
A 10 minuti dalla Grand Place, l'ostello è molto carino e pulito. La camera doppia con bagno privato era perfetta.
Buona anche la colazione a buffet e comodi gli spazi comuni, sia al chiuso che all'aperto.
Consigliato!
Victoria
Victoria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2021
Mérite des étoiles
Situation pas très loin du métro, accueil excellent.
Nous avions une chambre pour 2 avec SdB privative très propre et spacieuse.
C'est la première fois qu'une auberge de jeunesse nous donnes cette impression d’être dans un hôtel de 2 voir 3 étoiles.
Le petit déjeuner offert est lui aussi a la hauteur d'un hôtel.