The Pand Hotel in Sint-Kruis

In an 18th-century building in the downtown area, this upscale boutique hotel is a 5-minute walk from the restaurants and historic buildings of the Markt square, and 7 minutes' stroll from the Choco-Story chocolate museum.The luxurious, individually decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, minibars and flat-screen TVs. Suites also come with whirlpool tubs, 4-poster beds and antique furnishings, as well as designer toiletries and sitting areas. Some have pull-out sofas. Room service is available.There's an opulent bar with mahogany and leather furniture, plus a tranquil courtyard and relaxed lounges with wood-paneled walls. Parking is available.