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pentahotel Leuven

4.0 star property
Travelers gather around the cozy lobby fireplace with drinks, challenge friends to billiards, or explore the well-stocked library.

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Just steps from M - Museum Leuven, pentahotel Leuven offers a welcoming atmosphere with a central fireplace. Guests sip coffee or tea in the lobby, browse library books, or enjoy billiards. Helpful staff and in-room WiFi ensure a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is €112
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Room (penta Single)

Room (penta Single)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Standard Room (Penta)

Standard Room (Penta)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite (penta)

Junior Suite (penta)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Leuven City Center, a neighbourhood in Leuven, pentahotel Leuven is near a train station. Notable landmarks in the area include Pope's College and OLV-ter-Koorts Chapel, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try M - Museum Leuven. University Library & Bell Tower and Leuven Central Library are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including segway rentals/tours. Visit our Leuven travel guide
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Alfons Smetsplein 7, Leuven, Flämisch-Brabant, 3000

What's nearby

  • The ornate and beautiful town hall in Leuven, Belgium.
    Leuven Town Hall
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ladeuze Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Leuven Central Library
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Market Square
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Market Square
    4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Leuven Station
    14 min walk
  • Brussels Airport (BRU)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Libertad
    2 min walk
  • Baracca
    1 min walk
  • Umamido
    2 min walk
  • Quetzal - De Chocoladebar
    2 min walk
  • Poule & Poulette
    2 min walk

About this property

pentahotel Leuven

Upscale hotel near Leuven Town Hall
Located close to Pope's College and M - Museum Leuven, pentahotel Leuven provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • A billiards/pool table, a banquet hall and books
  • A lift, 1 meeting room and bike parking
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 103 individually furnished rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 41-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and rowing machines

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 24 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Breakfast to-go available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 27 for adults and EUR 13.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Pentalounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 581 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (119 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1986
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 41-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Elliptical machine
  • Free weights
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Rowing machine
  • Safe
  • Stationary bicycle
  • Workout equipment

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests are required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorisation upon arrival.
This hotel is located in a car-free zone. Access is limited to local traffic and guests of the hotel. Guests must contact this property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately EUR 27 for adults and from EUR 13.5 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 24 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property has a strict no-smoking policy. Violators will be subject to penalties (EUR 250).
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Belgium. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mercure Leuven Center
Mercure Leuven Center
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Mercure Leuven Hotel Leuven
Holiday Inn Leuven
Leuven Holiday Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Is pentahotel Leuven pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at pentahotel Leuven?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at pentahotel Leuven on 29 Mar 2026 start from €112, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at pentahotel Leuven?

Self-parking is available for EUR 24 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at pentahotel Leuven?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at pentahotel Leuven?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is pentahotel Leuven located?

Located in Leuven City Center, this hotel is steps away from Pope's College and M - Museum Leuven. Leuven Christmas Market and Leuven Central Library are also within 5 minutes. Leuven Station is 14 minutes by foot and Heverlee Station is 25 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

pentahotel Leuven Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 732 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 732 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 732 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 732 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 732 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here this year and loved it. Friendly staff extremely comfortable beds nice atmospheres will be the go to hotel when coming to Lueven
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in Leuven!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Puzant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was happy with the temperature of the room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in central location. Welcoming and attentive staff. Great breakfast. Spacious & clean room. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value hotel. Comfortable and quiet. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easily walkable to the train station and attractions. Staff friendly and helpful. Lots of great places to eat locally.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay, staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very cool hotel, central, great bed, nice bathroom and shower, lobby bar with Belgian beers. Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best location and service in Leuven!

Absolutely perfect location with superb friendly service.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location with secure parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for eating and close to everything. Oude Market. Shopping street,and eating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great choice for Leuven

I love this hotel! Very fresh and comfortable, with a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Great downtown location. Reasonably priced. The breakfast buffet is a good deal!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Central location

Great sized bed, clean basic room. Room not adequately sound proofed, very noisy street nearby. Terrible Wi-Fi , nearly always done. Good central location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Excellent location
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vlad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, central hotel with good services

Very central with parking right beneath the hotel. The bed was huge, comfortable, and the breakfast large with various choices. Appreciated the location, cleanliness and late check out on Sunday. Will book again when in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location seemed to be inside or near the university campus. Just outside the front door were 5 inexpensive but great restaurants inundated with students. All great food. Clearly we were in the right place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Binbin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating and friendly, the location is superb and on top, the parking charges are very reasonable and you get to park in an area where normally no cars are allowed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, great staff. Will always stay here!

I’ve stayed here several times and I absolutely love this hotel. The rooms are very comfortable and the staff are friendly and attentive. There were a couple very minor issues with the room when I first checked in, but the staff resolved them right away. The check in and bar/lounge area is very comfortable and makes it feel more like a friend’s house than a hotel. Location is great with lots of food/drink options very close by. I will always stay here whenever I’m in Leuven
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Carmelita

Liked: Room comfort

Great Location

✅ Great location, very near downtown Leuven. Plenty of restaurants nearby for every budget. ✖️ We stayed there for 16 nights. On our 2nd or 3rd night the A/C started to leak. Despite constant notifying to staff, it was never resolved up to the day we left. Housekeeping could also be better. They also dont have in-room phones.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jasper

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Awesome location, city centre all at walking distance. Staff is great, nice and helpfull. We had breakfast, good and a lot of options but like fruits and vegetables were not always fresh or somtimes probably re-used. But overall good. Room was good, bed clean and very good. Overall state room and hotel can be better, like carpet stains and chairs with stains / broken fabric, but nothing serious. Location is awesome so that is most important.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ibrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and fairly comfortable. Only minor complaints are that bed sheets are synthetic and carpet was dated and stained on second floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tarek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the old city center. Plenty of good restaurants within 10min walk
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The green initiative does not take away from any convenience or quality of stay, it enhances the experience! I loved my stay here and am very appreciative of the wonderful staff as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024