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Make Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp your base for a leisurely cultural break, with time for the hotel's dining and wellness alongside city exploration.

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Historic monastery buildings and a former hospital site give a stay tangible Antwerp heritage, with modern interiors keeping the experience comfortable.

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For private outdoor downtime, book the Suite with Terrace, whose planted terrace gives you space to unwind away from shared hotel areas.

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If Hertog Jan is central to your trip, secure a restaurant reservation before choosing stay dates; its opening calendar is limited.

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Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp

Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp is a 5-star superior hotel in the historic heart of Antwerp, Belgium. It sits within restored heritage buildings beside the city's Botanical Garden. Monastic architecture, contemporary rooms and a substantial spa give this luxury hotel in Antwerp a sheltered atmosphere, while its restaurants make dining a reason to stay in its own right. The result feels private, but not isolated from the city.

The hotel is Antwerp's first member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Its character comes from the relationship between five restored buildings, courtyards and gardens, rather than a single grand facade. Sint-Joris, Monasterium, Sint-Elisabeth, Alnetum and Filips Van Marnix Huis each form part of the setting. That arrangement allows the old monastery's history to remain visible as you move between your room, a restaurant and the wellness spaces.

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Rooms

  • 108 108

Hotel Style

  • Relaxed Relaxed

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Spa Spa
  • Sauna Sauna

Experiences

  • Wellness Wellness
  • City Vibe City Vibe

Facilities

  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
  • Gourmet Restaurant Gourmet Restaurant
  • Connecting Rooms Connecting Rooms

Rooms & Suites at Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp

Classic Room
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Classic Room

194–269 sqft
From 468 USD

Natural colours and fabrics take their cue from the nearby Botanical Garden, with textured walls and wooden furniture giving the room a calm, understated feel....

Deluxe Room
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Deluxe Room

269–431 sqft
From 529 USD

Fine fabrics, natural colours and art bring warmth to these rooms in the hotel's historic buildings. Wooden furniture sits against textured walls, with a desk...

Deluxe Terrace Room
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Deluxe Terrace Room

280 sqft
From 650 USD

Warm stone and golden tones surround artwork and a sofa. A glazed wall opens towards the chapel garden, bringing the view into the room. This...

Junior Suite
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Junior Suite

431–538 sqft
From 800 USD

Earth tones, natural stone and warm wood shape a suite with a generous sitting area and a large desk. Custom furniture sits against walls finished...

Family Duplex Suite
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Family Duplex Suite

431–538 sqft
From 968 USD

Antiques and fine fabrics give the sleeping area a sense of the old monastery. The wooden stairs lead to a lounge with comfortable chairs and...

1 Bedroom Suite
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1 Bedroom Suite

538–807 sqft
From 1’216 USD

Antiques and works of art give each suite a distinct setting, with soft fabrics against roughly textured walls. Sofas and chaises furnish the separate living...

Terrace Suite
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Terrace Suite

538–807 sqft
From 1’470 USD

Old wooden beams frame a spacious living room in soft colours, with a separate bedroom beyond. Set on the ground floor, the suite opens onto...

2 Bedroom Suite
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2 Bedroom Suite

807–1,023 sqft
From 1’808 USD

A large living room and dining table for four form the shared centre of the suite. The bedrooms are separate, with views from the suite...

Diamond Suite
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Diamond Suite

1,012 sqft
From 2’489 USD

A large salon with high ceilings gives the suite a generous centre. There is a dining table for four and a kitchenette for simple meals....

Spa Suite
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Spa Suite

1,507 sqft
From 3’273 USD

The lower lounge looks onto the chapel garden, with a large couch and a dining table beside a kitchenette. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms provide...

Botanic Suite
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Botanic Suite

1,012 sqft
From 4’580 USD

Sunbeds and a table create an outdoor living space above Antwerp, with views across the city skyline. The suite sits on the hotel's top floor....

The location is central, but the atmosphere is sheltered. At Lange Gasthuisstraat 45, the hotel puts you close to Antwerp's fashion and theater districts, with boutiques, galleries and shops around the site. It is well suited to travelers who want the city close, but not constantly pressing against the room. A day can be spent looking at art or exploring the shopping streets, with a quieter setting to return to before dinner.

The Botanical Garden connection gives the hotel a softer identity. Natural colors and fabrics in the rooms refer to the neighboring greenery, while historic walls and courtyards keep the property rooted in its setting. The garden is part of Antwerp's botanical and healing history, a connection reflected in the hotel's spa and apothecary. Here, those references carry through several parts of the stay, rather than appearing only in the name.

The rooms and suites are spread through heritage buildings, so the accommodation has more character than a single new-build layout. Classic Rooms measure 18 to 25 square meters and use natural fabrics and colors, with a rain shower in the bathroom. Their compact scale makes sense for a short visit focused on the city and restaurants. Deluxe Rooms offer 25 to 40 square meters, with fine textiles and matte-black bathroom fittings; some have a freestanding bath as well as a rain shower.

For private outdoor space, the Deluxe Room with Terrace pairs a 26-square-meter interior with a separate 13-square-meter terrace overlooking the chapel garden. It also has both a rain shower and a freestanding bath. Junior Suites provide 40 to 50 square meters and a sitting area, with warm wood, natural stone and custom furniture. These details give the larger category a more settled feel for a stay that includes time in the room.

The Family Duplex takes a different approach to space. A wooden staircase connects the lower level, with its king-sized bed, to an upper area with a desk, chairs and a sofa bed for children. For guests who prefer separate sleeping areas, the Two-bedroom Suite has two bathrooms and a generous living area within 75 to 95 square meters. The choice is about layout as much as size: a duplex offers a shared family arrangement, while two bedrooms create more separation.

One-bedroom Suites add a separate seating area, a wine climate cabinet and furniture and art that may include antiques. The Suite with Terrace brings historical wooden beams and a private outdoor space framed by greenery and herbs. Both categories range from 50 to 75 square meters. The Diamond Suite provides 94 square meters, with a separate bedroom, walk-in wardrobe and expansive salon, giving couples more room to settle in between visits to the city.

The Botanic Suite offers a different reason to linger: a 68-square-meter private rooftop terrace overlooking Antwerp's skyline, in addition to its 94-square-meter interior. The Two Bedroom Spa Suite is the more wellness-focused option. Its 140-square-meter layout includes two bedrooms and bathrooms, a lounge facing the chapel garden, a kitchenette and dining table. Upstairs are a private whirlpool, Finnish sauna, heated treatment bed and Technogym bike. This is an in-suite wellness space, distinct from the hotel's shared spa.

Hertog Jan at Botanic is one of the hotel's major culinary signatures. Chef Gert De Mangeleer and host Joachim Boudens bring Japanese inspiration to an intimate omakase experience, with a menu that leaves the sequence of dishes to the kitchen. Seasonal produce and ingredients from the restaurant's gardens help shape the cooking. Its two Michelin stars reflect a dining experience that can anchor a culinary trip; reserve the table as a considered part of your stay.

Fine Fleur adds another refined dining option. Jacob Jan Boerma and Thomas Diepersloot work with local produce and global culinary influences in a historic interior, with glimpses of the kitchen. The restaurant holds one Michelin star. Having both venues on the same site gives food-focused guests two distinct perspectives, without making every evening follow the same format.

Sanctus presents the travel-influenced vision of Yves Mattagne and Charles Broutard through an evolving menu. Hidden Garden offers a more approachable expression of Mattagne's cooking, combining familiar dishes with international influences. Bar Bulot serves Belgian and French brasserie fare, including seafood and meat dishes. Henry's Bar is the place for a drink, its name recalling Henri-Ferdinand van Heurck, the nineteenth-century director of Antwerp's Botanical Garden.

Breakfast at Catalpa brings that botanical identity into the morning. Plants and antique botanical illustrations frame a buffet that favors local producers, with Belgian cheeses, artisanal bread, charcuterie and seafood among the choices. Cooked-to-order dishes sit alongside the buffet. It is a useful introduction to the hotel's food culture before heading into Antwerp, and a different experience from the tasting menus served later in the day.

The Botanic Health Spa occupies 1,000 square meters across three floors. An 18-meter panoramic pool, saunas, steam rooms and a relaxation gallery make it substantial enough to spend an afternoon here. The thermal area includes an ice fountain and botanical shower experiences, while ten treatment rooms include two doubles. A separate health club provides fitness equipment. Together, these spaces give a city stay room for swimming, exercise and quieter time between meals and museum visits.

The historic site also accommodates private celebrations and weddings, with a chapel among its event spaces. Courtyards and garden surroundings lend these gatherings a setting distinct from a conventional hotel ballroom. With restaurants and accommodation within the same domain, an occasion can remain centered on the property while still belonging to Antwerp.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

An 18-meter panoramic pool, thermal facilities, and cocooning relaxation spaces make Botanic Health Spa a substantial retreat within a city stay.

Fine Fleur combines local produce with global culinary influences, offering a different perspective on regional ingredients without leaving the hotel's historic setting.

Catalpa's plants and antique botanical illustrations frame a breakfast celebrating local producers, bringing the hotel's garden identity to the start of your day.

Location of BOTANIC SANCTUARY ANTWERP

Lange Gasthuisstraat 45, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium

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What to Know About Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp

Is Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp worth it?

Yes. Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp is worth it for travelers who want a five-star superior hotel in historic Antwerp, with 108 rooms, 16 suites, major gastronomy, a serious spa, heritage architecture, and Botanical Garden surroundings. It is strongest for food lovers, couples, wellness travelers, and guests who want a calm hideaway inside the city. The hotel feels more like an urban sanctuary than a standard city hotel.

Where is Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp located?

Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp is in the historic center of Antwerp, beside the Botanical Garden. It sits within restored heritage buildings linked to a former monastery and hospital site. The location works well for culture, fashion, diamonds, dining, shopping, and museums. Guests can enjoy a quiet hotel setting while staying close to the city.

How many rooms and suites does Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp have?

Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp has 108 rooms in total, including 16 suites. The rooms and suites are spread through heritage buildings with a mix of historic character and modern luxury. Some categories include wellness-focused features such as private saunas or whirlpools. This makes the hotel especially useful for guests who want city access and spa comfort in one stay.

Which room should I book at Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp?

Book a classic room or deluxe room if you want the Botanic Sanctuary experience with efficient city-hotel comfort. These categories suit short stays, business trips, and food-focused weekends. Choose a junior suite, suite, or spa-style category if you want more space, a stronger retreat feeling, or private wellness features. Suites are best for anniversaries and longer stays.

Is Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp good for couples?

Yes. Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp is a strong hotel for couples because it combines quiet heritage spaces, spa time, fine dining, cocktails, gardens, and easy access to Antwerp's city life. It works well for anniversaries, romantic weekends, and culinary trips where the hotel is part of the reason to travel.

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