I stayed here last night on business and won't be rushing to stay again! Room was shabby: stained carpets, dirty toilet bowl and broken toilet seat.

Difficult to get a good nights sleep as the walls are so thin you can hear every word your neighbour says plus constant noise in corridors.

On the positive side, I ate dinner in the restaurant and the food quality and service was very good.

Overall very disappointed with this hotel and am sure you can find much better.

Two of us stayed at the Hotel Erasme for two nights B&B in Oct 2011 as part of a week long business/pleasure trip. Cost approx €140/ night (Thur) and then €86/night (Fri)

We were driving so the location was not as important , but it was not an ideal location if you want to visit Brussels city centre. As other reviews have mentioned the hotel is located amongst university and hospital buildings and student housing on a one-way stretch of road. It's a pretty bland area but seems safe and clean. The hotel has good parking with several parking bays at the front of the hotel and many more around the back with direct access to the reception area.

The traffic can be pretty horrendous especially during rush hour, made more stressful if you don't know where you are going – there seem to be lots of one way systems so even with good Sat Nav it is difficult driving in the city centre and then of course you need to find parking. The second night we elected to take a taxi into Brussels (approx €40 one-way for a 25min trip) as time was short and we wanted to visit the famous La Grand-Place and have dinner out. On the way there we were taken through an area of Brussels that looked and felt like we were somewhere in the middle-east rather that Brussels – quite strange. The taxi drivers we were polite and had a tendency to drive quite erratically with odd bursts of speed which necessitated gripping on tightly to whatever you could get hold of!

It is worth mentioning that one member of staff at the hotel suggested we use the Metro which is apparently quite close to hotel but as 'tourists' and not being very familiar with the Metro system it was not something we felt we wanted to try and figure out that night. Maybe if the hotel had provided some sort of guide to using it such as cost, location, the times it runs, etc. we may have be braver about trying it.

The hotel: This hotel seemed more like a travel lodge to me. The main public area – the only bit they really seem to feature on the website – is fairly modern, light and airy and has the reception area, bar and restaurant all in the same large room. As with most public buildings these days there was no smoking inside and we saw the smokers going outside to smoke under a covered seating area.

The guest rooms: our room was pretty basic, but clean, and with just about enough room to fit two adults and our luggage in. Two comfortable twin beds were pushed together – they seem to stay together which was unusual – and the bedding felt clean and fresh. There was a small fridge and tv but no coffee or tea making facilities. The room was quite dark but there was a large window which could be opened which was good as it got quite warm when we were there. Our room seemed to be directly above the reception area which meant we could hear a very faint hint of voices from below but nothing that was really loud. It was quiet and peaceful in general.

Bathroom: The en-suite bathroom looked and smelled clean and there were some essential toiletries provided and good towels. The shower was also good with nice water pressure and consistent hot water.

The free WiFi provided was excellent – very fast and easy log-on.

The staff: The staff were polite and helpful if asked. They never offered help even though we could see people struggling through the front doors with luggage, etc. right in front of the reception desk. I would not say they were friendly, but nor were they unfriendly.

The food: We had continental breakfast included in the price – the food was quite varied. It was self-service and included cereal, juices, boiled eggs, cheese, various cold cuts and fresh loaves of bread, jams, etc. Can't complain - it was certainly acceptable. We did not eat dinner at the hotel; as they do not open the restaurant until 7pm it means the night is cut short if you want to go out and do anything. It is ideal if you are staying in though.

Overall the Hotel was good for the price (in Belgium). Based on this budget, I recommend this hotel for a short stay, it is clean and functional. If your trip is based mainly on visiting Brussels city centre - this hotel may be just a bit too far out of town.

Did not upload photos of the hotel as the ones shown are accurate - there isn't much else to see of the hotel or the surrounding area.

The hotel is near Erasme Hospital, so you can follow the road signs that point to the hospital. The rooms are clean, the breakfast was very good, the food from the restaurant is excellent (not so many choices though - try cannelony with ricotta and spinach).

I booked this hotel based on the seemingly good trip advisor reviews and the fact that a lot of hotels had already sold out. I was vey shocked when our taxi ride was 25 mins out of the town centre (from central station). There is nothing around here except a hospital and a university. In saying that, the metro is very close and easy to use. Rooms are fine and what you come to expect from three stars and service seems fine. But you really would be better off booking closer to town if you are just here for a short holiday. I would not stay again based on location.