5-star hotel
Eurostars Montgomery
Forget the glass-and-steel sterility of the main EU quarter. Eurostars Montgomery is where Old Europe goes to hide. Situated on the frantic edge of the Montgomery roundabout, this property functions less like a transient hotel and more like a private Victorian club for the diplomatic corps. The aesthetic is fiercely traditional—think heavy mahogany, polished brass, and a library that actually feels used. Starting at a generous 30sqm, the rooms are cavernous by Brussels standards, draped in thick fabrics that effectively silence the trams screeching outside. It is not without its eccentricities: the windows are hermetically sealed (a non-negotiable trait of the building's architecture), and the heating controls require a PhD to master. Yet, these quirks are easily forgiven once you settle into a Chesterfield armchair at Monty’s Bar with a rare single malt. Dining at La Duchesse offers a curious but successful juxtaposition: razor-thin Spanish cured cuts—a nod to the brand’s Iberian roots—served alongside stoic Belgian seasonal menus. **Verdict**: It is uncool in the most confident way possible. A sanctuary for power players who prefer privacy over trends.
