Eurostar from London, TGV from Paris: most international trains pull into Brussels-Midi, about 2 km from the historic centre. The good news is that the Grand-Place and Craves Hotel are only around ten minutes away by tram. Here are your four options, from the simplest to the most budget-friendly.
The 4 options at a glance
| # | Option | Door to door | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tram 3 or 4 to Bourse - Grand-Place | about 15 min | STIB ticket or contactless card |
| 2 | The train to Brussels Central Station | about 20 min | Often included with a Eurostar ticket |
| 3 | Taxi | about 10 to 15 min | Taxi rank at the station exit |
| 4 | On foot | about 25 min | Free |
about 15 min to Craves · STIB ticket or contactless card
1. Tram 3 or 4 to Bourse - Grand-Place
Trams 3 and 4 leave from the underground level of the station (pre-metro). From the concourse, follow the Metro / Tram (STIB) signs and board a tram heading into the centre.
Get off at Bourse - Grand-Place, after about 10 minutes. As you come out onto Place de la Bourse, Craves is 150 m away, a 2-minute walk.
To pay, buy a ticket from a STIB machine or simply tap your contactless bank card on the validator.
Our tip · The easiest option with luggage: no changes, and a stop right in the heart of the historic centre.
about 20 min to Craves · Often included with a Eurostar ticket
2. The train to Brussels Central Station
Most domestic trains run from Brussels-Midi to Brussels-Central in just a few minutes, with very frequent departures. Check the departure boards: any train calling at “Bruxelles-Central / Brussel-Centraal” will do.
From Central Station, Craves is 600 m away, a 9-minute walk, by way of the Grand-Place.
Our tip · Does your Eurostar ticket show “Brussels” or “any Belgian station” as the destination? It usually covers this short train ride: check before buying another ticket.
about 10 to 15 min to Craves · Taxi rank at the station exit
3. Taxi
You will find a taxi rank at the station exit. Give the address Rue du Marché aux Poulets 32. As parts of the centre are pedestrianised, the driver will drop you as close to the hotel as possible.
about 25 min to Craves · Free
4. On foot
It is about 2 km from Brussels-Midi to Craves. The route follows the boulevards of the centre, largely pedestrianised as you near the Bourse. A lovely first stroll if you are travelling light.
Step by step by tram from the platform
- Once off the train, follow the Metro / Tram (STIB) signs down to the underground level.
- Buy a ticket from a STIB machine or tap your contactless bank card on the validator.
- Take tram 3 or 4 heading into the centre.
- Get off at Bourse - Grand-Place, after about 10 minutes.
- Come out onto Place de la Bourse: Craves is 150 m away, at Rue du Marché aux Poulets 32.
Arriving before 14:00? Luggage storage is free: leave your bags at reception, open 24 hours a day, and head off to explore the Grand-Place, a 4-minute walk away.
Good to know before you travel
- Eurostar and TGV trains arrive at Brussels-Midi, the city’s main international station.
- Check-in from 14:00, check-out until 11:30. Arriving late? Reception is open 24 hours a day.
- By car: the hotel has no private car park. Three public car parks are less than 5 minutes’ walk away: Interparking Ecuyer (280 m), Brucity (300 m) and Monnaie (400 m).
- Book direct on our website and enjoy -10% with the code THANKYOU.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Brussels-Midi to the Grand-Place?
Take tram 3 or 4 to the Bourse - Grand-Place stop (about 10 min), then walk for 4 minutes. Or take the train to Brussels Central Station, then walk for about 8 minutes.
How long is the walk from Brussels-Midi to the Grand-Place?
About 25 minutes for just over 2 km, along the boulevards of the centre.
Is my Eurostar ticket valid to Brussels Central Station?
Often, yes: a Eurostar ticket to Brussels usually lets you continue by train to the other Brussels stations, including Brussels-Central. Check what your ticket says or look it up on eurostar.com.
What is the nearest stop to Craves Hotel?
The Bourse - Grand-Place stop (trams 3 and 4), 150 m away, a 2-minute walk. De Brouckère metro station is 350 m away.
Can I leave my luggage before check-in?
Yes, free of charge, both before check-in and after check-out. Reception is open 24 hours a day.
Sources: STIB, SNCB, Eurostar. Information checked in October 2026; please confirm lines, timetables and fares on stib.be, belgiantrain.be and eurostar.com.