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Hotel PilarvsHotel Julien
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Julien ranks significantly better than Hotel Pilar. Hotel Julien comes in at #2 in Antwerp with recommendations from 7 publications like Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
Hotel Pilar
Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
Wallpaper
Leopold De Waelplaats 34, Antwerp 2000, Belgium
From $172/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "A hotel just across from the Fine Arts Museum. It has an unusual architectural style that fits in well with this artistic neighbourhood in the southern part of town."
The Telegraph8.0
"Hotel Pilar is a homely and eclectic place to bed down in Antwerp’s busy and trendy ‘t Zuid neighbourhood." Full review
Wallpaper "Set amongst the scenic squares of Het Zuid, the historic 17-room corner building was transformed by the hotel’s owners, interior architect Sam Peeters and hotel manager Christophe Ysewyn." Full review
Hotel Julien
Concierge
Insight Guides
Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Korte Nieuwstraat 24, Antwerp 2000, Belgium
From $408/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
Concierge "Style-meisters love this place for the Eames chairs covered in black and white cowhide, pale oak floors, whitewashed furnishings, and beamed ceilings. It's just so…perfect."
Insight Guides "A stunning boutique hotel located in two restored houses near the cathedral. The 11 rooms are furnished in a cool minimalist style."
Travel + Leisure "The two charcoal-colored town houses of the Hotel Julien are surrounded by 17th-century churches, gabled mansions, and cobblestoned alleys." Full review
Michelin Guide "Hidden behind its carriage entrance this hotel is a real gem. It boasts a warm welcome, cosy atmosphere and very refined Scandinavian-style rooms."
Fodor's "Informality is the trademark of this elegant hotel... the peaceful setting provides a relaxing refuge." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located in a pair of centuries-old Flemish townhouses in the center of town, Hotel Julien epitomizes Antwerp today: traditional on the outside, cutting-edge modern on the inside." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This very discreet boutique mansion-hotel exudes an exquisitely tasteful understated elegance." Full review
