Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU

The drive from Zaventem to the European Quarter

The hotel sits in Brussels' European Quarter, close to the EU institutions, and the route from the airport covers 11 km (7 miles). In normal traffic the drive takes about 14 minutes. Weekday mornings and late afternoons are the busiest periods on the approach roads into the city, so it is sensible to add a buffer if you have a meeting to reach or a tight check-in. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request just like any other.

Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU is a business-oriented hotel, which makes it a common choice for people travelling to meetings and conferences in this part of town.

Which vehicle suits your group

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits solo travellers, couples, colleagues travelling together and small families.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: a good step up when you have extra luggage or a group of five to eight.
• Private Minibus 16 to 24 Seats: works well for project teams, family gatherings and small delegations.
• Private Minibus 32 to 64 Seats: intended for large groups, such as conference parties or tour groups arriving together.

Choose the size by the number of people and by how much luggage you carry, so everyone travels in one vehicle.

Places to stay in the European Quarter

If you are comparing options in the area, a few established hotels are located near the EU institutions. Besides the Courtyard itself, these include the Sofitel Brussels Europe at Place Jourdan, the Thon Hotel EU and the Renaissance Brussels Hotel. All of them cater largely to business and institutional visitors, and the neighbourhood has plenty of cafés and restaurants within walking distance.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so you can head there straight away and be on your way to the hotel.