Adagio Hotels in Antwerpen

This new Adagio is walking distance from Antwerp Central station and major inner city transport links (pre metro). I personally stayed for two nights with a concert at Sportpaleis on night 2, and this was ideal. Extra points for having to use the key card to gain access to the hotel entrance late at night and the reception being attended at all times. The hotel still has that fresh look about it and staff were all extremely welcoming. The room is stylishly designed, was spotless and has all amenities, even for a longer business stay (lots! of plug outlets). Although the room itself could feel cramped after three or so days if you spend a lot of time in there, the lounge was very calm and agreeable and could offer a nice workspace for most people. I could definitely see myself working from there. Amazing shower, which is always a key point for me, but quite uncomfortable bed. I like my mattresses firm, but this was a bit too much (probably cause they are so new). All in all, I would definitely consider this as my new fixed hotel when in Antwerp, but there are a few teething problems to work out: - no acknowledgement of Accor status upon arrival (so in my case, no welcome drink or offer of late check-out). - certain small things in the room need sorting out: the clock on the microwave lights up the room during the night (I DYI-ed it by wedging a towel between the cupboard door above, but there must be easier ways to cover this fully), the toilet roll holder is at a very weird angle and quite far away from the toilet when there is plenty of room next to the toilet (maybe this is an accessibility issue?), certain furniture looks stylish but don’t serve a purpose (the free standing reading lamp next to the bed is pushed to the side when the bed is pulled out and can’t be used, it would be better to find a spot for it next to the cosy chair).