I stayed here in November 2011. (I travel to Mechelen on business several times a year, and I stay at different hotels based on the Expedia.com prices.) The location is superb -- right near the Cathedral and Grote Markt -- and the staff is delightful. However, they were building an underground parking garage right outside and the noise and the smells were far from ideal. Check to see if the construction is finished before booking. read more