Brussels, Belgium
Corinthia Brussels: Historic 1909 Grand Hotel Astoria Belle Époque palace on Rue Royale with fine dining, indoor pool, and spa
Reigning majestically along the prestigious Rue Royale in the royal and diplomatic heart of Brussels, Belgium (just steps from the Royal Park, Royal Palace, and Grand Place), Corinthia Brussels opened following a monumental restoration of the historic 1909 Grand Hotel Astoria. Originally built by legendary architect Henri van Dievoet for the 1910 Brussels International Exposition, the 126-room Belle Époque palace preserves soaring stained-glass domes, gilded Corinthian colonnades, and grand marble staircases. Featuring the signature gastronomic restaurant by a Michelin-Starred master chef, the historic glass-domed Palm Court for afternoon tea, an indoor heated swimming pool, and the 1,200-square-metre holistic luxury spa, this property is Belgium’s premier luxury grand palace.
Arrival introduces travelers to unvarnished 1909 Belle Époque European royal splendour: liveried doormen greet guests beneath the ornate wrought-iron marquee on Rue Royale before entering the breathtaking Palm Court beneath the stained-glass dome with chilled Belgian champagne, cold scented towels, and dedicated in-suite check-in. Day-one logistics focus on coordinating bespoke Brussels cultural, chocolate, and diplomatic pursuits: walking directly to the Royal Palace and Royal Park (2 minutes on foot), exploring the UNESCO Grand Place and Magritte Museum (10 minutes away), browsing the antique galleries of Sablon and luxury boutiques of Boulevard de Waterloo, swimming in the indoor heated pool, indulging in botanical therapies at the 1,200 m² spa, enjoying classic afternoon tea in the Palm Court, and reserving dinner at the signature restaurant.
Palace living balances European diplomatic energy with serene holistic wellness: the 1,200-square-metre spa features private treatment suites, vitality pool, Finnish sauna, Turkish hammam, the indoor pool, and therapies utilizing organic botanicals and master massage techniques. Dining is a celebrated culinary summit: refined modern European gastronomy curated by a master chef (featuring Belgian North Sea sole, Ardennes venison, caviar, and Grand Crus), world-class afternoon tea in the Palm Court, and artisan cocktails at the Astoria Bar.
Accommodations comprise 126 palatial rooms and luxury suites designed by Francis Sultana in contemporary Belle Époque grandeur ranging from 42 to 240 square metres. Each residence features custom silk wall coverings, bespoke bronze lighting, high ceilings, plush king beds with custom linens, and Italian marble bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs and custom luxury amenities.
Palace purists, architecture lovers, and luxury travelers seeking 1909 Grand Hotel Astoria history, Palm Court afternoon tea, and Corinthia Spa in Brussels should book Corinthia Brussels without hesitation. Travelers seeking generic airport glass high-rises should look elsewhere. Grounded review consensus confirms legendary standing with a 4.9 out of 5 on Tripadvisor across 340 reviews and a 4.9 out of 5 on Google across 420 reviews.
First day
- Arrive on Rue Royale in central Brussels, enter the grand marble lobby of Corinthia Brussels, and check in.
- Check into your Royal Suite, admire the Belle Époque moldings, and visit the Palm Court.
- Dine at the signature restaurant.
What guests say
Hotel Flock Score
Exceptional
Based on 760 published ratings
Category breakdown
Guests Love
1909 Grand Hotel Astoria Restoration & Rue Royale
Guests revere the Belle Époque architecture, stained-glass Palm Court, indoor pool, gourmet dining, and Corinthia staff.
The Palm Court Afternoon Tea & 1,200m² Spa
Reviewers consistently praise the tea under the glass dome, heated pool, peaceful rooms, and Royal Palace proximity.
Guests Warn
Belgium’s Grandest Luxury Palace
Visitors love the historic prestige, grand marble staircases, and modern luxury finishes.
Francis Sultana Interior Glamour
Travelers celebrate the exquisite silk fabrics, custom bronze lighting, and palatial scale.
The overall score is a review-count-weighted average of named public platforms, normalized to /10. Category scores — including cleanliness and location — are Hotel Flock editorial readings of those reviews, not a platform's private formula. Hotel Flock is not affiliated with Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trivago, or any other review site.
Awards & Recognition
Historic 1909 Grand Hotel Astoria Belle Époque Palace
Corinthia Brussels
Rue Royale Grand Architecture Landmark
Architectural Digest
Top Luxury Palace Hotel in Belgium
Condé Nast Traveler
In the stay
- Full access to indoor heated pool, 1,200 m² spa thermal suites, sauna, and 24-hour gym
- Full cooked-to-order gourmet European breakfast daily in the Palm Court
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and 24-hour dedicated concierge and butler assistance
Usually extra
- –Signature multi-course tasting dinners and sommelier Grand Cru wine pairings
- –Customized spa therapies, hammam rituals, and private fitness training
- –Private chauffeured transfers to/from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels-South Midi Station
Good to Know
- The 126-room 1909 Grand Hotel Astoria palace sits on Rue Royale in Brussels, Belgium, Corinthia.
- Includes master chef fine dining, stained-glass Palm Court, 1,200 m² spa, and indoor pool.
- Located on 103 Rue Royale in central Brussels, a 20-minute drive from Brussels Airport (BRU).
Editor's Note
Book a Royal Suite on the piano nobile with high ceilings, a separate living salon, and deep marble soaking tub, and enjoy afternoon tea under the historic stained-glass dome of the Palm Court.
Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026