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70 Traversiere Bed & Breakfast Brussels
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FAMILY LOUNGE - Where you'll be welcomed with a cup of tea or coffee or with a drink, depending on your mood
DINING ROOM - Breakfast is served !
The room : Called LA TERRASSE, this ancient guest room is located on the 2nd floor. Its huge terrace overlooks the inner gardens, a chapel and a monumental magnolia [UNAVAILABLE UNTIL JULY 2005]
LA TERRASSE - you will have private use of the house's original bathroom (now with shower) located near the 1st floor. The toilet, still with its original 19th century Tournai tiles, is just nearby [UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FEBRUARY 2006]
We do live in a large and comfortable house. Take a virtual tour : here L'ATTIQUE located under the roof (4th floor); its 1920 vintage furniture struggles against the ancient beams to catch one's eye.
We do live in a large and comfortable house. Take a virtual tour : this is the bath room associated with our ATTIQUE room, in harmony with this house of character.
We do live in a large and comfortable house. Take a virtual tour : this is our family guest room, called L'INTENDANT. Located in the basement (we swear it is !), its 1950 vintage furniture is nested in a field of flowers.
We do live in a large and comfortable house. Take a virtual tour : this typical early 20th century styled shower room and toilet is located just next to the INTENDANT room.
THE GARDEN - We should give it more attention but with the neighbours 100 yards away with more gardens and tall trees in between you hardly believe to be so close to the city centre !
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Nightly Rate
€ 59 - € 69
, - Reviews 14
- Rooms 2
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Address
Rue Traversiere 70
1210 - BRUSSELS,
Belgium - Phone+32-2-2192058
- EmailContact Innkeeper
Charm of a time past and contemporary comfort close to the city center (20' walk to Grand Place) Ideally located near the heart of the city (a mere 20 minutes promenade to the historical Grand'Place), and close to the MADOU Metro station, the "70 Traversiere" is a 1850 bourgeois house offering you the charm of a time past and comtemporary comfort. Breakfast is served in our gorgeous dining room at about any time. Set breakfast time only happens if the total of guests outnumbers the seating facility (8). Cash payment only as we do not take credit cards nor cheque. Besides our B&B rooms (all with private bathrooms) the house also holds 3 student rooms, sharing a bathroom and a kitchen. They sometimes are available in B&B mode, at a lower rate. Get in touch for any special requirements, we might well meet them.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 14 Reviews
3.8 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 3
Award Winner: 2008 - 20094.4 out of 5A real gem!
June 14, 2012
My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay at this B&B. It has a really beautiful charm and the room we had was absolutely gorgeous. The whole interior of the the building is just beautiful. The B&B was pretty centrally located. It was just about a 10 minute walk from downtown Brussels which was something that was really important for us. It made it easy to go out and site see on foot. Our only real complaints are that the shower wasn't capable of running warm water-it was either hot or cold, therefore we had to take baths instead of showers. Also-for breakfast we were served fresh juice, coffee and bread with jam/other spreads. If the breakfast could have been a little more substantial, that would have been nice.
2.6 out of 5Travelers, BEWARE!
August 14, 2010
While my husband and I agree with many of the positive comments that have been made about 70 Traversiere B&B, we had a negative experience which negated anything positive that we could have possibly added. We were traveling with our 10-year-old granddaughter and had made detailed and specific arrangements with the innkeeper, Jeanine, via email, for a particular room which would accommodate the 3 of us with 2 separate full beds in 2 adjoining parlors: the Baldaquin Room on the 2nd level. When we arrived we paid cash in advance for a "split booking" where we would stay a number of days, depart to do a week of travel in France & Italy, and return to Brussels for one night before our early-morning flight back to the States. When the first part of our stay was complete, we removed all of our belongings from the room, were assured that our room would be awaiting us upon our return, said our goodbyes, and left for the airport. A week later, the afternoon before our return to Brussels I, by chance, happened to check my email and discovered a message from Jeanine stating that the Baldaquin room, which we had prepaid for, had been booked to another party for 4 nights! She went on to say that the only room that was available that would have an extra bed for our granddaughter was the "Attique" Room. My husband and I are both seniors and I have a heart condition. The Baldaquin Room was on the 2nd level, but the Attique was at the top of the house on the 5th level and up 7 flights of stairs. Our granddaughter's "bed" was a cot. Since we had returned late at night there was no time to find other accommodations, so we were stuck. Jeanine never offered us a refund, a discount, an explanation or an apology. We will never again stay at 70 Traversiere, nor can we ever recommend that anyone else stay there. It was a terrible way to end what would have been a perfectly lovely trip.
3.4 out of 5An experience, indeed!
January 06, 2009
All in all, I enjoyed my stay at this b&b. I reckon the place has the absolutely craziest interior I have ever seen anywhere :) And this is, I think, can be both a good and a bad thing, depending on your sense of humor. Personally I enjoy all that kitchy stuff, so I found it just wonderful with all these crazy objects all over the place. The room alone was bigger than my own flat, and the private bathroom was huge, too, so at least you get enough space! The only thing to complain about was that you couldn't lock the door, which made me a bit susceptible about leaving my property there (nothing got stolen, though). The breakfast was very simple, a bit of a disappointment. But despite some bad sides, I would stay there again and recommend it to my friends!
3.4 out of 5I'd recommend this to my friends
October 14, 2008
We were both a bit disappointed when we arrived as the street is quite dark and gloomy but our room was lovely and light, Jeanine is charming and very helpful, the bed comfortable (even for my husband who's 6ft4) and in fact the area is handy for transport and the Botanical Gardens (and the bar there) are lovely. I'd recommend this B&B to my friends
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Jeanine Ravoson Ravomandroso
Innkeepers Description:
Not literally as engraved on Robert Louis Stevenson's grave "Home the sailor, back from the sea, and home the hunter, back hom from the hills" - but nevertheless quitting both a profession and a hobby to better welcome you in our home and among ... a few old telephones
The innkeepers speak:
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Malagasy
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English
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French
Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Family owners - Family welcome !
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Laura Ashley decor dining room/lounge
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Preserved pretty much intact after 150 years
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Typical mid-19th century town house
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Vintage furniture in bed rooms
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Family Travel
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Honeymoons
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Peaceful getaway
On-site
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Computer
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Conference Rooms
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Fax Machine
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Internet Service
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Library
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Satellite/Cable TV
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Secretarial services
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TV
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TV Video games
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Telephone
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VCR
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Videos
Other
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Limited telephone facilities
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Limousine Services
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Complimentary coffee or tea
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Nightly Rate
€ 59 - € 69
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
€ 59 - € 69
L'Attique/The Attic
Located under the roof (4th floor) you will occupy a 25m² room where the 1920 vitage furniture will struggle against the ancient beams to cath your eye. Private en suite bath room with toilet in a 19th century style, in harmony with this house of character. Check our accurate single/double rates (in €uros) on our web site and visit our full photo galery.
- Maximum Capacity: 3
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Double
Contact for Availability ContactLa Terrasse - The Terrace
Former 25m² guest room oriented to the south on the 2nd floor, its huge terrace overlooks the inner gardens, a chapel and a monumental magnolia. You will use the original (shared) toilet and bathroom (shower) located near the 1st floor. Check our accurate single/double rates (in €uros) on our web site and visit our full photo galery.
- Maximum Capacity: 3
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 2 Twin
Contact for Availability ContactL'Intendant/The Intendant
Located in the basement close to the ancient 19th century kitchens (now turned into a television lounge), you will occupy a 20m² room where the 1950 vintage furniture is nested in a field of flowers. Private room with shower and toilet in a typical 19th century style located just next to the room. Check our accurate single/double rates (in €uros) on our web site and visit our full photo galery.
- Maximum Capacity: 3
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Double
Contact for Availability ContactPolicy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: Let us know ! Check Out: Noon
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Deposit Amount Required: None unless you book for long periods. Then a 30% deposit might be required, and guests will be invited to at least settle once a week
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Cancellations: We merely rely on courtesy and common sense : if you change your plans, be kind enough to let us know as soon as possible. Thank you !
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Allowed: Limited
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Drinking Description: Modest availability and charges unless we invite you !
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Drinks Available: Limited
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Children Allowed: One additional bed possible in each of the three rooms
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Suitable For Children: Yes
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Childcare Provided: No : We have our own twins (1993) but what can we do for you ?..
Discount Type
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Monthly rate
Percent Off: 25% Days Required: 28 -
Weekly rate
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 5
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Nightly Rate
€ 59 - € 69
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 14 Reviews
3.8 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
Award Winner: 2008 - 20094.4 out of 5A real gem!
June 14, 2012
My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay at this B&B. It has a really beautiful charm and the room we had was absolutely gorgeous. The whole interior of the the building is just beautiful. The B&B was pretty centrally located. It was just about a 10 minute walk from downtown Brussels which was something that was really important for us. It made it easy to go out and site see on foot. Our only real complaints are that the shower wasn't capable of running warm water-it was either hot or cold, therefore we had to take baths instead of showers. Also-for breakfast we were served fresh juice, coffee and bread with jam/other spreads. If the breakfast could have been a little more substantial, that would have been nice.
2.6 out of 5Travelers, BEWARE!
August 14, 2010
While my husband and I agree with many of the positive comments that have been made about 70 Traversiere B&B, we had a negative experience which negated anything positive that we could have possibly added. We were traveling with our 10-year-old granddaughter and had made detailed and specific arrangements with the innkeeper, Jeanine, via email, for a particular room which would accommodate the 3 of us with 2 separate full beds in 2 adjoining parlors: the Baldaquin Room on the 2nd level. When we arrived we paid cash in advance for a "split booking" where we would stay a number of days, depart to do a week of travel in France & Italy, and return to Brussels for one night before our early-morning flight back to the States. When the first part of our stay was complete, we removed all of our belongings from the room, were assured that our room would be awaiting us upon our return, said our goodbyes, and left for the airport. A week later, the afternoon before our return to Brussels I, by chance, happened to check my email and discovered a message from Jeanine stating that the Baldaquin room, which we had prepaid for, had been booked to another party for 4 nights! She went on to say that the only room that was available that would have an extra bed for our granddaughter was the "Attique" Room. My husband and I are both seniors and I have a heart condition. The Baldaquin Room was on the 2nd level, but the Attique was at the top of the house on the 5th level and up 7 flights of stairs. Our granddaughter's "bed" was a cot. Since we had returned late at night there was no time to find other accommodations, so we were stuck. Jeanine never offered us a refund, a discount, an explanation or an apology. We will never again stay at 70 Traversiere, nor can we ever recommend that anyone else stay there. It was a terrible way to end what would have been a perfectly lovely trip.
3.4 out of 5An experience, indeed!
January 06, 2009
All in all, I enjoyed my stay at this b&b. I reckon the place has the absolutely craziest interior I have ever seen anywhere :) And this is, I think, can be both a good and a bad thing, depending on your sense of humor. Personally I enjoy all that kitchy stuff, so I found it just wonderful with all these crazy objects all over the place. The room alone was bigger than my own flat, and the private bathroom was huge, too, so at least you get enough space! The only thing to complain about was that you couldn't lock the door, which made me a bit susceptible about leaving my property there (nothing got stolen, though). The breakfast was very simple, a bit of a disappointment. But despite some bad sides, I would stay there again and recommend it to my friends!
3.4 out of 5I'd recommend this to my friends
October 14, 2008
We were both a bit disappointed when we arrived as the street is quite dark and gloomy but our room was lovely and light, Jeanine is charming and very helpful, the bed comfortable (even for my husband who's 6ft4) and in fact the area is handy for transport and the Botanical Gardens (and the bar there) are lovely. I'd recommend this B&B to my friends
3.6 out of 5Met my expectations for a short staying
October 11, 2008
I enjoyed my staying, because I had calm and confortable staying without distorbing and problems. The service was flexible and friendly.
3.8 out of 5quirky accommodation
October 09, 2008
A strange b&b. stayed in attick room, lots of stairs. no room key but place to attach own padlock and a chain for the inside. shower water pressure was great. floor sloped a bit which was strange. but at this price 69EUR it was good. rather charming.
4.0 out of 5Great place to stay
September 16, 2008
My partner and I enjoyed our stay here. Our room was huge! Our room, and the entire house for that matter, had a 'period' feel to it, like walking into a movie. Jeanine was very helpful as well. Would definately stay there again.
3.0 out of 5Convenient location, adequate accommodations
August 16, 2008
We checked in before noon after an overnight flight; while our room was ready, the backyard was being excavated and jackhammered all day, which made it impossible to try to nap for a couple hours. The room itself was fine (large double bed and a fold-out sofa; private bath); however breakfast both days was exceptionally ordinary (juice, rolls and croissants, jam, coffee). We don't speak French, so Jeanine was very accommodating to call a taxi to get us to the train station on Sunday morning.
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Location
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Directions to property:
FROM SOUTH (Midi)RAILWAY STATION (Thalys/Eurostar): take metro/subway to "Madou" station; take "Astronomie" Exit; check city plan on surface and walk about 3 minutes. FROM NORTH RAILWAY STATION : take bus 61 and step out at "Limite" bus stop; walk 100 yards down street
Airport
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Brussels, Belgium (BRU-National) 10 miles
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Directions to property:
FROM BRUSSELS NATIONAL AIRPORT : take the train to North Railway Station; from there, take bus 61, step out at "Limite" bus stop and walk 100 yards down street FROM CHARLEROI BRUSSELS SOUTH AIRPORT : use the excellent bus shuttle to Brussels South (Midi) Railway Station; take metro/subway to "Madou" station; take "Astronomie" Exit; check city plan on surface and walk about 3 minutes
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Family owners - Family welcome !
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Laura Ashley decor dining room/lounge
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Preserved pretty much intact after 150 years
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Typical mid-19th century town house
-
Vintage furniture in bed rooms
-
Antiques/decor
-
Business travel
-
Family Travel
-
Honeymoons
-
Peaceful getaway
On-site
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Computer
-
Conference Rooms
-
Fax Machine
-
Internet Service
-
Library
-
Satellite/Cable TV
-
Secretarial services
-
TV
-
TV Video games
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Telephone
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VCR
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Videos
Other
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Limited telephone facilities
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Limousine Services
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Complimentary coffee or tea
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Breakfast
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Type: Continental
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Time Served: 7:00 - 10:00
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Serving Location: Dining Room
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
Signature Dish
Jeanine's Breakfast
A croissant (or the Belgian equivalent "Couque au beurre"), a "pistolet" (small round bread), squeezed orange juice, butter and jam or Sirop de Liège (or special Pok-Pok jam from Madagascar when available !). Coffee, tea or hot chocolate. All served with a smile in fine china, in accordance with the spirit of the house. Special wishes ? Ask Pierre...Additional food services
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Complimentary coffee and/or tea
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Contact The Innkeeper
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