Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Hotel Alma Grand Place, Brussels

The Drive from Zaventem to the City Centre

The route covers 15 km (9 miles) between Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) and Hotel Alma Grand Place, and the typical driving time is 23 minutes. You travel from the airport towards the centre of Brussels, and most of the journey is on main roads before you reach the older streets near the Grand Place. Weekday morning and late afternoon traffic can slow the approach to the city, so it is worth allowing some extra time if you have a fixed check-in, a meeting or a connection to catch.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

For couples, solo travellers and small families, a private taxi is the simplest choice: one option seats 1-3 passengers and another seats 1-4. Groups with more luggage or more people can book a private minibus. Sizes start at 8 seats and continue through 16, 24, 32, 40, 48 and 56 up to 64 seats, so conference delegations, school groups and tour parties can all travel together in one vehicle. Pick the size by counting both passengers and bags, and choose the larger option if you are close to the limit.

About Hotel Alma Grand Place

Hotel Alma Grand Place sits in central Brussels, close to the Grand Place, the city's famous main square and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The old centre is compact and largely walkable, which makes it convenient for visitors who want restaurants, cafés and sights within a short stroll. Streets in this part of town are narrow and busy, so a little patience at drop-off is normal. Check your booking confirmation for the hotel's exact address before you travel.

Other Well-Known Places to Stay in Brussels

If you are comparing options in the city, a few long-established hotels are worth knowing:

• Hotel Amigo, a well-known hotel just steps from the Grand Place.
• Hotel Métropole, a historic hotel on Place de Brouckère, known for its grand late-19th-century interiors.
• Hotel Le Plaza, a classic hotel on Boulevard Adolphe Max, in the city centre.

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 meet your driver without wandering around the terminal.