The hosts were excellent, and we thoroughly enjoyed sharing a beer with Jean-Marc even though we didn't arrive until late at night! The room was very clean and comfortable, and ATOB was very accommodating with scheduling and room arrangements. The welcome basket was devoured and the breakfast was spot on. Jean-Marc was knowledgeable and helpful about the city (wish we had spoken to him earlier in fact).

Great value, close(ish, though in a very nice neighbourhood) to the centre of town and clean and comfortable and home-y.

Well done ATOB

What a great place. Francois and Jean-Marc were so warm and friendly. I injured my knee and they were so accomodating.

They also put a welcoming basket in your room and offer you a choice of a beer to have with them. They also have a refrigerator for the guests.

They serve a wonderful breakfast. Fresh baked bread, assortment of jams, yogurt, cheeses, meats, fresh squeezed orange juice, selection of coffees.

The location is great. It is only a short walk to the train station to downtown Brussels. Plenty of restaurants in their neighborhood.

They treated us like family. Would definitely recommend staying with them.

After finding all of Brussels hostels booked I stumbled upon "A taste of Belgium" and never looked back.

As a single traveler I hate to stay in hotels as it's so hard to meet other people. Hostels are okay but I find myself only ever talking to other foreigners who don't know anything about the city that they didn't read in a Lonely Planet. I've stayed in B&B's before but never have I had hosts like Jean-Marc and Françoise!

I arrived one evening, greeted by Françoise and the beautiful Olga (Bernese Mountain Dog). I was given a quick tour of the house and taken to my room, which overlooked their beautiful garden from the third floor. The room was spacious, beautifully decorated and best of all came with a welcome basket of Belgian goodies. After sampling a few chocolates I took a shower and headed downstairs where I was greated by Jean-Marc and a smorgasbord of Belgian beers.

After sharing a few beers I really started to get a feel for Brussels. Jean-Marc told me his secrets to discovering this city without the need for guidebooks and maps.

Waking up in A soft bed with birds singing in the garden and the smell of freshly baked bread wafting up the stair, I knew I was in the right place. I was greeted at breakfast table by Jean-Marc and another guest. I couldn't believe the amount of effort that went into preparing breakfast! Fresh baked bread straight out of the oven, sliced meat, cheese, yougurt, fruit, cereals, freshly squeezed orange juice and a selection of espresso coffee, that's to die for.

The late 1800's house is nestled in a quiet street of beautiful green neighbourhood. A 3 minute walk to the main street will get you on a tram to the city centre in under 20 minutes. Or I prefered to stroll down the stunning avenue from the church to the train station where it's only 2 stations from Brussels Central. In short, you can relax in a quiet suburban area and be only minutes from bustling Brussels!

On the Saturday night of my stay while enjoying a couple of beers, Jean-Marc suggested I accompany him on "beer tour" of Brussels. This was simply incredible! I've never felt more like a local. We must have visited five pubs and there wasn't a tourist in sight. My favourite was at the end of a tiny alley that you would never find if you didn't know it was there.

I hope I've described "A Taste of Belgium" well enough to do it justice. I'm already planning my second visit there and I couldn't recommend it highly enough!

Thanks Jean-Marc, Françoise and my four-legged friend Olga! I'll be seeing you soon.

This was a truly great stay in a local neighborhood of Brussels. Jean-Marc is the nicest man in the world, and his hospitality is second to none. If you are into traveling and enjoying things as locals do, this is the only place to stay.

This B&B is nestled in a quiet neighborhood, though is only a ten minute walk to a major train station and a five minute walk to a tram stop. The place is fairly new and very clean, with very nice decor.

The service was easily the best part about the stay. Jean-Marc is a very smart man who will advise you on everything in Brussels, as well as make you a fantastic breakfast. He left us local beers, as well as maps and guides of the city. And Greta, the Bernese Mountain dog, is like your best friend!

Seriously, can't stress enough how great this was!