"If you want to stay so central in Antwerp that you practically roll out of bed and into the nearest boutique or restaurant, BANKS is the place. The location is an absolute 10/10!
Here is our honest (and highly subjective) verdict after staying in their largest room, the Junior Suite:
The Highlights (that brought pure hotel joy):
World-class housekeeping: The cleaning crew does an excellent job. On day two, our trash was emptied and we got fresh towels. Absolutely perfect.
French charm times four: The room featured four French balcony doors that open wide. Fantastic ventilation, and perfect for people-watching.
Tech-friendly: Huge thanks to whoever positioned the TV so you can actually plug in an HDMI cable from your laptop without having to dismantle the wall. Movie night was saved!
The bed: A true King Size. It’s on the softer side of the scale—so you'll sink right in if that’s your style.
Free bubbles! Between 5 PM and 7 PM, the hotel serves complimentary Cava. A fantastic concept that we highly appreciated.
The Logistics (that required a bit of effort):
The Saturday rush: Arriving on a Saturday afternoon means Antwerp is bustling. The nearest available parking garage was Grote Markt, which turned into an unplanned 10-minute strength session as we hauled our luggage through town. We made it to check-in at 3 PM by the skin of our teeth—which worked out perfectly.
The great beer mystery: While the Cava flows freely for two hours, you have to pay for your own beer. In Belg"