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A brick building with outdoor seating and string lights.

A restaurant with a central tree, tables, chairs, and a bar area with shelves.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk, a chair, and a fireplace.

A modern reception area with a glass wall, a reception desk, and several seating areas with chairs.

1. Martin's Klooster

Leuven City Center, 2 km from KU Leuven

Amanda

Rp1.917.005

Rp2.327.592 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A courtyard with a lawn, seating areas, and a statue.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a shower area.

A brick building with a garden featuring hedges, a lawn, and red flowers.

A restaurant interior with wooden beams, tables, chairs, and a vintage cart.

2. Begijnhof Hotel

1.3 km from KU Leuven

David

Rp1.886.496

Rp2.293.309 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a chandelier.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two blue chairs, a blue sofa, and a large window.

A corridor with a patterned floor, metal railings, and a dark wall.

A breakfast buffet with bread, pastries, and fruits in a room with brick walls and large windows.

3. Hotel The Lodge Heverlee

Heverlee, 0.6 km from KU Leuven

David

Rp2.219.532

Rp2.666.406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with a courtyard featuring lush greenery and flowering plants.

A buffet setup with various food items and plates.

A modern conference room with brick walls, black tables with white centerpieces, and a large window.

A bedroom with a wooden staircase, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4. Irish College Leuven

1.7 km from KU Leuven

eoin

Rp1.918.248

Rp3.204.975 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A reception area with a light blue wall and a wooden counter.

A modern building with a distinctive geometric facade, outdoor seating area with umbrellas, and a visible sign for 'ibis'.

A modern reception area with a glass wall, a reception desk, a blue chair, and a white table.

A modern indoor space with a staircase, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view through large windows.

5. ibis Leuven Heverlee

Heverlee, 2.1 km from KU Leuven

Duncan

Rp1.445.437

Rp1.799.322 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern building with a vertical sign reading "GETAWAY SHORT STAY".

A reception area with a reception desk, a vase with white flowers, and a door with the text "CELTICAY".

A hotel corridor with framed artwork on the walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling light.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, dark cabinets, and a white countertop.

6. Getaway Leuven

Leuven City Center, 2.5 km from KU Leuven

Edwin

Rp1.606.986

Rp1.980.257 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A cozy cafe with a wooden counter, coffee machines, and a variety of beverages. There is a large window with blinds, a hanging light fixture, and a potted plant.

An outdoor patio with a brick floor, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick wall.

A spacious interior with a staircase leading to an upper level, a fire extinguisher, a small cabinet, and a door leading to another room.

A modern waiting area with a wooden herringbone-patterned wall, two grey armchairs, and a yellow sofa.

7. Leuven City Hostel

2.6 km from KU Leuven

A C

Rp1.288.810

Rp1.443.468 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden beams, and large arched windows allowing natural light.

A table with magazines, newspapers, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A historic building with the "La Royale Hotel" sign, featuring classic architecture with arched windows and a detailed facade.

8. Hotel La Royale

3 km from KU Leuven

Karen

Rp1.873.640

Rp2.278.346 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a bed, and a bathroom.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a small refrigerator, and a sink. A white ladder leads to a lofted sleeping area.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area with a microwave and sink.

A spacious hallway with a staircase, a display table with postcards, and a chandelier.

9. Budget Flats Leuven

Heverlee, 2.7 km from KU Leuven

Sakthivel

Rp1.432.040

Rp1.784.287 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel named "Hotel Professor" with a classic brick facade, arched windows, and a sign indicating a cocktail bar.

A hotel room with a wooden door, a mirror, a bed with a headboard, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A hotel room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a tray.

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple beer taps, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

10. Hotel Professor

Leuven City Center, 2.1 km from KU Leuven

Takashi

Rp1.982.454

Rp2.400.781 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bathroom with a glass partition, wooden elements, and a view of the outdoors.

A large, historic building with multiple windows and a prominent tower, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

A garden with blooming pink and white roses along a brick wall.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by two chandeliers, and a view of a garden through an open doorway.

11. Park 7

11 km from KU Leuven

Ellinor

Rp2.631.321

Rp2.947.080 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern building with a rooftop terrace featuring outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking a calm body of water and a sunset.

A modern building with a courtyard and a reflective water feature.

A modern building with a glass balcony, outdoor seating, and a small water feature.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a wine display.

12. Radisson Collection The National Hotel, Brussels

12 km from KU Leuven

richie

Rp3.293.627

Rp3.985.576 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of buildings, a lamp, and a potted plant on the windowsill.

A hallway with wooden flooring, a white door, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, white cabinets, and a dining area with a table set for four.

A patio with a grill, outdoor table, benches, and an umbrella.

13. B&B Daya

Blauwput, 3.4 km from KU Leuven

Ahmet Gokhan

Rp2.881.923

Rp3.408.187 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, stools, and a chandelier.

A modern interior with a glass door leading to a balcony, a ceiling-mounted air conditioning unit, and a minimalist design with clean lines.

A modern interior with large windows, a round table, and grey upholstered chairs.

A modern living room with a skylight, large windows, and a cozy seating area.

14. Off Meeting Wavre Hotel

15.6 km from KU Leuven

Maxime

Rp1.825.185

Rp2.102.852 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A courtyard with cobblestone flooring, brick buildings, and a wooden door.

A brick building with a red-tiled roof, a black metal fence, and a paved pathway.

A neatly made bed with a tray of breakfast items, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand with a plant and a magazine.

A table with a potted plant, a wine bottle, and a bowl of fruit on a balcony with a view of a garden and a building.

15. B&B Hippo-Droom

19.9 km from KU Leuven

Bartosz

Rp3.043.111

Rp3.408.188 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A brick building with a black wrought iron gate and a sign reading "W16 WHITLOCK APARTHOTEL".

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

A marble staircase leading to a black metal door with a doormat reading "W11".

A hallway with a wall displaying 'WHITLOCK 16 Brussels' and two large vases on a console table.

16. Whitlock16 - Luxe Aparthotel Montgomery Square Brussels

19.2 km from KU Leuven

Ben

Rp1.783.357

Rp2.197.842 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a traditional stone facade, outdoor seating area with umbrellas, and a no parking sign.

A bedroom with a bed, a view of the city through large windows, a small balcony with a table and chairs, and a wall-mounted dreamcatcher.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A modern dining area with tables set for four, a neon sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

17. Alpha Hotel

18.8 km from KU Leuven

Ralph

Rp2.225.527

Rp3.368.294 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern dining area with large windows, a round table set for two, and a large green plant.

A modern reception desk with a curved design, a receptionist, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A bartender pouring a drink at a bar with a well-stocked wine and liquor shelf in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in TV, a wooden headboard, and a walk-in closet.

18. Mövenpick hotel Brussels Airport

15.7 km from KU Leuven

Valentina

Rp2.079.741

Rp2.561.541 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

An aerial view of a large estate with a main building, a tennis court, and a river.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with two chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

A modern house with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a stone pathway.

A spacious living area with modern furniture, a kitchen area, and large windows providing natural light.

19. B&B Baron's House Neerijse - Leuven

6.2 km from KU Leuven

Anthony

Rp2.561.353

Rp2.868.692 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with checkered pillars, a lifebuoy, and a glass enclosure.

A checkered floor, a large mirror, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A garden with neatly trimmed hedges, a lamp post, and a distant view of a building.

An aerial view of a large house surrounded by autumn foliage.

20. Martin's Manoir

19.1 km from KU Leuven

Jacqueline

Rp1.723.784

Rp1.966.725 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top KU Leuven Hotel Reviews

Motel One Brussels

8/10 Good

"The bar and outdoor terrace were lovely and rooms were clean, though spartan. The lack of coffee in the rooms/on site made mornings less pleasant."

Holiday Inn Express Brussels Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

B&B HOTEL Brussels Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente!!"

Novotel Brussels Airport

8/10 Good

"Near Airport, basic amenities for overnight stay."

Hotel Indigo Brussels - City by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very vey nice hotel. Loved the design and theme. Very clean and the room was very comfortable. Would love to come back with more time to enjoy the amenities. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!"

Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Fully renovated room, modern and functional. The hotel has a shuttle to go back to the airport on our early 6:20AM flight. We got picked up at 3:50AM. Also the hotel is in front of where the buses passes to get us to the Grand Plaza. Very convenient."

Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel! Its location is the best and the rooms are great too. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Will definitely book again soon"

Hilton Garden Inn Brussels Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it. They were really helpful."

NH Brussels Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very conveniently located. I love the shuttle options and the staff was very friendly. I used the Expedia discount for 20% off at the hotel and came in very handy while dining at their restaurant. The biggest plus: there is a train stop right across that will take you into the city!"

Other attractions near KU Leuven

Grand Beguinage of Leuven

9.4/10 (84 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Grand Beguinage of Leuven, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Leuven. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.

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Arenberg Castle

8.8/10 (37 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Leuven when you spend time at Arenberg Castle. Amble around the area's forests or visit its churches.

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St. John the Baptist Church

St. John the Baptist Church is just one of the places to see in Leuven, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.

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Kruidtuin Botanical Garden

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Kruidtuin Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Leuven. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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STUK

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to STUK during your stay in Leuven. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.

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Kerk St-Franciscus Solanus

Enjoy an outing to Kerk St-Franciscus Solanus during your stay in Leuven. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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St. Michael's Church

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

St. Michael's Church is just one of the places to see in Leuven, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Sint-Donatus Park

Sint-Donatus Park is just one of the places to see in Leuven, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around KU Leuven?

KU Leuven is located in an area of Leuven that travellers like for its historic landmarks. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 7 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to KU Leuven?

Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. You'll find it 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from KU Leuven. Other good choices around the area include Radisson Collection The National Hotel, Brussels and Holiday Inn Brussels Airport by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find near KU Leuven?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from KU Leuven.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near KU Leuven, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near KU Leuven.

What can I see and do near KU Leuven?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Grand Beguinage of Leuven and M - Museum Leuven. Arenberg Castle, Vlierbeek Abbey and Castle of Leefdaal are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Haasrode Research-Park, Kruidtuin Botanical Garden or Sint-Donatus Park.

How can I get to KU Leuven?

If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Heverlee Station. There might not be many public transport choices close to KU Leuven so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for KU Leuven hotels

1. Martin's Klooster

2. Begijnhof Hotel

3. Hotel The Lodge Heverlee

4. Irish College Leuven

5. ibis Leuven Heverlee

6. Getaway Leuven

7. Leuven City Hostel

8. Hotel La Royale

9. Budget Flats Leuven

10. Hotel Professor

11. Park 7

12. Radisson Collection The National Hotel, Brussels

13. B&B Daya

14. Off Meeting Wavre Hotel

15. B&B Hippo-Droom

16. Whitlock16 - Luxe Aparthotel Montgomery Square Brussels

17. Alpha Hotel

18. Mövenpick hotel Brussels Airport

19. B&B Baron's House Neerijse - Leuven

20. Martin's Manoir

Top KU Leuven Hotel Reviews

Motel One Brussels

Holiday Inn Express Brussels Airport by IHG

B&B HOTEL Brussels Airport

Novotel Brussels Airport

Hotel Indigo Brussels - City by IHG

Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Airport

Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection

Hilton Garden Inn Brussels Airport

NH Brussels Airport

Other attractions near KU Leuven

Grand Beguinage of Leuven

Arenberg Castle

St. John the Baptist Church

Kruidtuin Botanical Garden

STUK

Kerk St-Franciscus Solanus

St. Michael's Church

Sint-Donatus Park

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