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Van der Valk Hotel Spa

Name: Van der Valk Hotel Spa
Address: Place Royale 39, Spa, BE

★★★★·8.6/ 10Recommended

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📍Place Royale 39 · Spa ↗

📞003287279700·Official site ↗

Check-in 03:00 PM / out 12:00 PM

Electric bicycle charging stationFitness facilities (surcharge)Health or beauty spa nearbyAir conditioningLift / ElevatorLuggage storageAll 63 facilities +

Review

Official

Nestled in Spa, the Pearl of the Ardennes, the Radisson Blu Palace Hotel offers guests direct access to the renowned thermal springs via a private cable car. Choose from 120 designer rooms, including nine suites with balconies and 35 newly renovated Superior Rooms, each offering scenic views of the city or surrounding hills. Enjoy the Super Breakfast Buffet at Brasserie Les Saisons de Spa, or grab a coffee at the bar. Unwind at the well-equipped fitness center with a sauna and panoramic views, or explore specialized spa packages at the neighboring Les Thermes de Spa. The hotel also features eight flexible meeting rooms, ideal for conferences, team-building activities, and product launches.

Guest scores & sentiment

From 170 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-18

Guests praise the central location, direct spa access, abundant breakfast, and cleanliness. Common complaints include poor soundproofing, AC issues, high parking fees, and occasional service lapses like slow response or cleaning oversights.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.0

Surroundings8.6

Cleanliness8.4

Facilities8.1

Rooms8.0

Service7.7

Value6.3

＋ PraisedExcellent central location near shops and thermal baths · Private funicular provides direct, convenient spa access · Abundant, varied, and highly praised breakfast buffet · Spacious, clean, and well-equipped rooms

－ ComplaintsExpensive garage parking and limited free street spots · Occasional cleaning lapses such as hair or dust · Slow pacing and inconsistent restaurant food/service · Some reception staff appear unfriendly or uninformative

KEYIdeal for spa and dining seekers. Check room quietness, parking costs, and AC functionality upon arrival.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the hotel's location and transportation convenience?＋

Rated 9.0 for location, it sits in the city center with direct funicular access to the spa. Guests consistently praise its prime spot and convenient transport.

diningAre breakfast and dining options plentiful?＋

Breakfast is widely praised as abundant and delicious, with the restaurant offering high-quality local and international cuisine. Dining receives high marks, reflected in a 99% recommendation rate.

coupleIs this hotel suitable for couples or families?＋

Highly recommended. Among 87 couple reviews, spacious rooms and direct spa funicular are highlighted. For families, 43 reviews praise the rich breakfast and friendly staff.

roomHow are the room soundproofing and air conditioning?＋

Rooms score 8.0 overall, yet some guests report poor soundproofing, AC noise, or temperature control issues. Quiet-sensitive travelers should request specific room preferences in advance.

policyWhat are the check-in/out times and policies for pets and children?＋

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out at 12:00. The hotel welcomes children and pets, offers kid meals, accessibility features, and express check-in services.

serviceHow is the service quality and value for money?＋

Service scores 7.7 and cleanliness reaches 8.4. However, value scores only 6.3 due to high parking fees and occasional slow responses, so verify bills beforehand.

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DiningSights

L'Auberge

French

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The mix of leather, wood panelling, copper and glass gives L'Auberge the look and feel of an authentic brasserie. Located in Spa's bustling town centre, this restaurant has plenty of regulars, who come to savour traditional Belgian cuisine. The menu features hearty classics such as mussels in white wine (also available in half portions), veal kidneys à la liégeoise, crêpes mikado – the generous flavours will leave you feeling warm and satisfied. The guestrooms are worth a look if you're considering a longer stay.

100m

Linéa

Italian Contemporary

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Frederic Scavone made a name for himself at Le Pontecino in Liège, before setting up shop in this impressive edifice, flanked by a modern wing. His contemporary spin on Italian cooking does feature the occasional Gallic twang, but Mediterranean exuberance is probably its overriding characteristic. Rigatoni alla norma, homemade ravioli with fresh sausages and a personal interpretation of tiramisu… Flavour is the watchword of Linéa. Book a room and treat yourself to a truly relaxing weekend in style.

546m

Le Roannay

Modern French · ★ Michelin

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The iconic Le Roannay Hotel on the doorstep of the Spa-Francorchamps racetrack has added a new chapter to its illustrious story. The stylish guestrooms, wellness facilities and restaurant are the picture of contemporary luxury. The exquisite bar is housed in a historic barn beneath timber rafters and the heliport is also up and running. The culinary score also demonstrates inherent respect for the past with a modern twist. Talented Matthieu Vande Velde is going from strength to strength under the guidance of master chef David Martin. Strewn with Asian notes, Matthieu’s creativity is perfectly

7.3km

L'O de Source

Farm to table

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Up until 1969, passenger trains stopped in this former station, as the old railway line visible in the well-tended garden bears witness. Today this authentic abode is home to a pleasant restaurant, where you will be pampered by Karine and Xavier. She seamlessly supervises the service, while he pays a culinary tribute to the Liège region and the seasons. An example: leeks from a local market gardener or venison from the Ardennes forests are cooked to perfection and flanked by intense sauces and playful sides in a score that is the epitome of vibrant. Just the ticket if you feel in need of a spo

6.7km

Table Rase

Modern French

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At Table Rase, chef Ludovic focuses on allowing the ingredient to shout its name, simply and emphatically! His flavoursome set menu with options keeps pace with the seasons as it highlights regional produce. Examples: tartare of langoustine with asparagus and a kombu-laced sabayon or fork-tender ribeye steak with morels and a knockout jus. The décor is cosy and colourful and the vibe is casual and cheerful. Bargain prices further add to the establishment’s appeal. Don’t miss the house signature – tiramichoux (tiramisu cream puffs).

7.6km

La Croustade

Classic Cuisine

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Lovingly tended flowerbeds, a delightful cottage garden and goldfish in the pond - dining on the terrace of this exquisite country house is heavenly in fine weather. Every month, chef Thierry composes a new menu that demonstrates his classical training and know-how. He freely delves into the cottage garden to enhance dishes such as mint-crusted rack of lamb and pan-fried foie gras.

9.3km

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Van der Valk Hotel Spa

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 4

Palace Suite with Terrace

Junior Suite with Terrace

Superior Room

Standard Room

Facilities · 63

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