Saint Gilles is a residential district, 1-hour drive from the city center of Belgium, well-known for its indie galleries and art nouveau buildings. Horta Museum is the place to visit if you adore the architect, Victor Horta, and appreciate art nouveau stained glass, mosaics, and furnishings. But if you like to deal with a little unknown and often find strange things oddly eye-catching, then walk over to Musée d'Art Fantastique. This may not be suitable for toddlers and young children. Do pay Hallepoort museum a visit as well. This museum is filled with Brussels’ history and you can get a good view from the top of the tower. Check out these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Saint Gilles and we will unveil what’s in and around the neighborhood as we go along.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 01, 2025.
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1. Monochrome rooftop apartment at Ixelles (from USD 78)
Ideal for 2 guests, this one-bedroom, and bath accommodation is attractively furnished with a terrace overlooking Brussels rooftops. Wi-Fi, TV, and a laptop-friendly space is available. Long-term stay of more than 28 days is possible so do communicate with your host in advance. If you’re driving, you can park your car at Parking Tulp. Picard grocery store and Proxy Chaussée D'ixelles supermarket are within walking distance. Craving for Japanese food? We recommend you to take a walk to Yamato ramen restaurant.
Ixelles, Bruxelles, Belgium
1.66 km (1.1 mi) from Grand PlaceSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
jennifer was a great hostvery friendly host and good communicationshe gave very helpful directions from the train station and was very responsiveher mother met us with the key and was beyond friendly and helpfulLocation:
good location with great bakeries and cafes near byit’s very close to public transportation but also close enough to the city center attractions to walkthe location was great walking distance to all the siteslocation is great short walk to the center of town & tons of restaurants & shopping aroundthe location was perfect and everything was only about a 15 minute walkCleanliness:
it's clean and moderngreat clean stylish place to stayeverything was cleaned comfortable and well organizedthe apartment was very cleanvery safe and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the little balcony is amazing for breakfast with a viewnice stylish apartment with a great viewthe apartment was lovely it was a rooftop unit so the view was spectacularbeautiful apartment with a lovely terrace and natural light coming through the windowscute small apartment with beautiful rooftop and fantastic views
2. Affordable, private room in apartment (from USD 22)
Reasonably priced, this bedroom accommodates 3 to 4 guests with a shared bathroom. Since it is situated on The Fair, a gigantic annual funfair in the streets around the Midi train station in Brussels, you will get a good view of it from the window. There’s also Wi-Fi access and a TV with local channels and Netflix. Feel free to use the shared kitchen space and washer for your laundry. You will be in the neighborhood where Brussels Museum of the Gueuze is located and a 15-minute walk to Grand Place, a huge city square completely encircled by elegant historic buildings dating back to the 14th century.
Bruxelles, Belgium
1.05 km (0.7 mi) from Grand PlaceAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
rudy was such a nice hostrudy was a great hostthe host is a very nice and willing to help personrudy was an amazing hostrudy is the best host of bruxellesLocation:
close to the metro station and close to the main attractionsa very nice and cozy flat close to southern train stationthe place is near is to metro ideal for couple of nightsthe location of the house is also very good you are worth coming herei was only staying a night and it's a great location for access to brussels midiCleanliness:
clean and comfy bedthe space was very clean and cozyrudy's place was clean and had stylethe room is clean and has a memory form bedthe place is clean organized aerated during the summer and full of lightRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
) it's quite noisy but fortunately the windows of the apartment overlook the courtyard so it's okwe were two friends the room was spacious for both of us
3. Renovated studio near Place Stéphanie (from USD 75)
This one-bedroom and bath studio accommodates 2 guests. The basics like Wi-Fi, TV, and bath essentials are provided. You can use the equipped kitchen with ceramic hob, oven, microwave, fridge, coffee machine, and toaster. Horta Museum and Hallepoort museum is within walking distance. You may want to pay Parc de Bruxelles a visit because there are many worthy sights in the vicinity.
Saint-Gilles, Bruxelles, Belgium
2.37 km (1.5 mi) from Grand PlaceAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
his the best host everthe host is very kindhe himself is very kind and hospitablepascal was a wonderful and helpful host with a fast response timepascal was a great host he responded very quickly to questions and provided everything we needed at his placeLocation:
the location was greatgreat location and stylish roomit's located in a great neighbourhood very close to the city centergreat location and nice apartmentperfect location close to the city center and close to other lively neighbourhoodsCleanliness:
big bed clean bathroomthe apartment was clean and comfortablepascal is a dear and his place is clean efficient and aesthetically pleasingit is well kept and was very clean and welcomingnice and clean apartment with good facilitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
pascal is nice and gives you fresh eggs fruit and coffee for breakfast which is greatdespite that there are two good sized windows that allow some natural light into the roomsa small breakfast was provided which was much appreciatedvery good heating and showeronly improvement i can think of would be more comfortable pillows
4. Cozy room along Rue Jourdan (from USD 59)
The spacious room harmoniously decorated with one double bed has one shared bathroom. You will have access to the Wi-Fi and kitchen. Doing your laundry is possible at an extra cost. You will be a 3-minute walk to Louise train station and steps away to Peck 20 cafe and G Spud restaurant, if you like coffee and healthy meals. L'usine gym and fitness center is also a short walking distance away.
Saint-Gilles, Brussels, Belgium
1.45 km (0.9 mi) from Grand PlaceAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
it was a good experience nice hosta great place and a great hostalin was really helpful in getting me settled and telling me what to do in brusselsalain is a fantastic host will definitely recommend & contact him again in the futurei met him briefly and he's a friendly guyLocation:
a great location for an easy staythe central location of alin's place means all the main attractions are walking distance (5-25 min)location was great close to metro shopping and restaurantsgreat location easy check in funky and unique apartmentalin's place is in an ideal locationCleanliness:
the room was spotless and very neatand room is nice and cleanthe room was clean and very chic would recommendit is very clean and has instructions everywhere so you should have everything you needvery clean and the host responds with helpful informationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great room and nice balcony in the kitchen areagreat space with a private roomroom was exactly as described and everything was very clear simple check-in
5. Basic private room with bath
This is a very basic room with Wi-Fi and heating for 2 guests. You will find yourself in a quiet and lovely spot near the Chatelain. It is walking distance to Horta Museum, Parc Faider, and Parc Tenbosch. Take a 10-minute drive and you will get to the city center of Brussels. Visit Place Sainte-Catherine, Brussels Comic Book Museum, and the iconic 17th-century fountain, Manneken Pis. We also suggest you get some chocolates from Neuhaus Belgian Chocolate!
2.72 km (1.7 mi) from Grand PlaceAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
melier is a nice hostgreat host nice placemelier is a great hostmelier is a very nice hostmelier was super friendly hostLocation:
the location is very good - close to tram station ma campagnegreat location good value for a priceexcellent place for a short stay near everything you needvery convenient location and very quiet in general which is ideal if you are travelling on businessthe location is really great and we liked to walk around in the neighborhood as wellCleanliness:
clean and simple but charmingthe place is clean and nicethe room is small but cleanbathroom is small but clean shower and hot water are okmelier's place was simple and clean perfect for my stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
nice cozy room with all amenities availablethe room was just perfect with all we needed for the nightsweet host great communication nice place we appreciated the wi-fi connectionher «room with private bathroom» is really charmingit was comfortable for our 3 day visit
6. Private room in guesthouse for 2
In the heart of the historical district of Porte de Halle, you will fall in love with this beautiful house of the late 19th century. Being completely renovated, the room is equipped with a very high-quality bed and private shower room with hairdryer and bath products. An extra bed is available upon request if you’re traveling with a child. Wi-Fi and cable TV are also provided. Feel free to use the fully equipped kitchen, and help yourself to the coffee, tea, cereals, and fruits. You will be a short walk away to Hallepoort rail station and Art & marges museum.
Saint-Gilles, Bruxelles, Belgium
1.61 km (1.0 mi) from Grand PlaceAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
mikaela is a great hostmikaela was a great hostmikaela was a gracious kind and communicative hostmikaela is recommended as a great hostmikaela is an excellent host who is unparalleled in her hospitalityLocation:
super convenient location a short walk from midi train stationgood location near the train stationnice place near to centerthe location of the house is great very close to the midi stationvery close to the midi station and straightforward walk to the grand placeCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousvery clean and very big roomvery clean bright and spaciousthe room was very clean and well appointedexcellent clean and spacious room and a nice neighbourhoosRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the room and bathroom have nice views toogood facilities and amenities i couldn't fault itthe bathroom is perfect with the minimum necessitiesso if you bring breads breakfast would be perfectthe quality of the room attention to details and her helpfulness is above all the rest
7. Bright, spacious room with bath
A nice comfortable room with plenty of light is what you will get if you stay here. There is Wi-Fi access, washer, and dryer. Located in the heart of Saint Gilles, you will be a 10-minute walk to Bruxelles-Midi train station. There are also lots of trendy bars and restaurants in the neighborhood. Planning for a long-term stay? Talk to the host about it. You can also take a 25-minute drive to visit Gaasbeek Castle, a 19th-century romantic-style castle dating from medieval times which houses artworks & huge gardens.
Sint-Gillis, Brussel, Belgium
1.98 km (1.3 mi) from Grand Place
8. Newly renovated flat in the heart of Saint Gilles
You will have the entire flat to yourself — a bedroom, bathroom, living room and kitchen. Feel free to use the guitar, piano, and amplifier during your stay. Wi-Fi and bath essentials are provided. You can also use the washer to do your laundry. You’re walking distance to Centre Culturel de Saint-Gilles, Jacques Franck, Market Parvis Saint-Gilles, and Match supermarket. There are several cafeterias and restaurants in the neighborhood. Get your French and Italian cuisine fix at Café Maison du Peuple just opposite Market Parvis Saint-Gilles.
Saint-Gilles, Bruxelles, Belgium
2.07 km (1.3 mi) from Grand PlaceTop guest reviews
Host:
the owner really niceamazing host beyond description and excellent hospitality provided throughout the staymaël was a great hostthe host was kind and considerate in everythinghosts were also very friendly and flexibleLocation:
location is also close to central and other attractionsthe location is great with close proximity to the tram restaurants and midi stationexcellent stay close to fun neighbourhoodexcellent apartment in a great location with easy transport linksthe location was only 10 mins walk from midi station which was perfect for usCleanliness:
it was immaculately clean and very comfortablevery clean and comfortable and great valuewe truly appreciated the clean appartment and its nice styleeverything is very simple and cleangreat location clean apartment smooth communication overall just lovelyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
otherwise very nice view from the kitchen and nice apartmentroom was really spacious and comfortable to stay in with amenities that enhance the experienceit looks like the all bathroom needs a full repairthere’s a beautiful view of nearby rooftops from the kitchen windowa big bathtub and a shower it is very light and it has a nice view
9. Large, private room near train station
Located at Saint Gilles, this private room with a shared bath sleeps 2 persons. You will have access to the Wi-Fi, TV, and bath essentials. Feel free to use the kitchen to prepare your own meals. You’re just walking distance to Bruxelles-Midi train station, Hallepoort museum, and Carrefour supermarket. Visit the Brussels Museum of the Gueuze if you like some information on traditional breweries and beer tastings.
1.57 km (1.0 mi) from Grand Place
10. Private room for 2
In the heart of a lively and cosmopolitan town, you will have one double bed with private bath. There are all kinds of shops available nearby - cafes, markets, and supermarkets. Wi-Fi, TV, bath essentials, tea, and coffee are also provided for. Take a walk or 5-minute drive to WIELS art center and then walk over to Parc de Forest if you want a quiet time with your family and friends. There are several restaurants near Parc de Forest that’s worth a try — Café des Spores, La Buvette fine dining restaurant and Dynamo — Bar de Soif.
2.38 km (1.5 mi) from Grand Place
Sablon is not to be missed!
It’s a 30-minute walk or 10-minute drive from Saint Gilles. Make Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium your first stop. With over 20,000 works tracing the history of painting, sculpture, and drawing, you will find yourself meandering through the various exhibitions in no time. Once you’re done, cross the street and head to Magritte Museum, a chronologically organized art museum with works by René Magritte. Royal Square should also be within sight once you exit Magritte Museum. If you’re a musician or one that appreciates musical instruments, don’t miss out on visiting Musical Instruments Museum.
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