Name: Time Away From Home
Address: Breughelpark 5 40, Brussels, BE

Time Away From Home

Brussels · Belgium

2/10

Poor

07 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

This property is for the adventurous

First, this is not a hotel, nor an executive-type apartment. It is a run-down apartment (see photo of the couch that has a big hole in it) in a group of run-down apartment blocks (see photo of entrance to building with soot from a fire). With so many units, while the parking is free, available spaces can be quite a distance away. Had to walk several blocks each time. There is a limited ability to respond if any issues arise. The proprietor appears not to be in the country, based on the cell phone number; and while the local contact is a very nice person, he’s two hours away and subject to train schedules.

Secondly, make note of the large cash deposit requirement. No receipt will be provided; you are informed to “trust” the proprietor that it will be returned. Asking for a receipt is grounds for termination (which happened to me at 11:40pm, causing a scramble for a new room that Hotels.com kindly assisted with).

So this is perfect for those looking at an unique BnB-type adventure. For those looking for a professional hotel or hotel-like experience, you may wish to continue your search.

Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Well decorated apartment.

I stayed here for 4 nights alone. I normally travel to Brussels every fortnight for work and stay for a week at different hotels and apartments.
Pros :
- the property is well decorated. It’s spacious.
- the owner is bilingual, friendly and approachable.
- the owner let me use their condiments and spreads.
- plenty of gadgets and good quality cutlery in the kitchen.
- the owner followed up on my stay to see if I’m ok.
- there is an ironing table.
- very high speed internet (100mbps+)
- great big 65 inch smart tv.
- great views from balcony, sunny and airy.
Cons :
- The property was a little dusty. The wardrobe was dusty
- no hangers in the wardrobe.
- the pillows were really soft, very crumbly.
- only 1 towel given, no spares
- toilet lacks exhaust fan
- you could hear the neighbours. The walls are fairly thin

Most of the above cons could have been sorted if I had told the property owner about this, but I was just too busy with work.