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Feel at home in the luxurious simplicity and timeless elegance of this former bank building. Whether you are travelling or on a city break, private or business, Hotel FRANQ is always the perfect destination.

Restaurant FRANQ by Tim Meuleneire

1* Michelin Restaurant FRANQ shares the class of the eponymous hotel in which it is located. This mansion exudes grandeur and is decorated with discreet luxury. The tropical drawings add a personal touch, while the enclosed terrace gives you a brief escape from busy city life.
This progressive classic cuisine seduces. Fine nuances and subtle international influences showcase chef Meuleneire’s modern inspirations. Here you will enjoy steadfast cuisine that surprises with the elegance of familiar flavours. The charming service completes this lovely experience.

Meetings & events

Looking for an inspiring location where everything is just right? Hotel FRANQ has several rooms that are perfect for business meetings, receptions or private dining. Equipped with the necessary technical equipment that can be adapted to your needs where necessary. As such, we offer all the facilities of a business hotel with the charm of a boutique hotel. With its stylish rooms and historical charm, Hotel FRANQ is the perfect location for seminars in Antwerp city center.

Waterkeyn:

This monumental hall dates from 1854 and is named after Christophe Waterkeyn. He was the previous owner of the bank building. During this impressive period, carvings and murals characterised Antwerp’s rich history. Waterkeyn is a stylish room for board meetings, training courses, presentations, receptions and private dinners.

  • Suitable for 30 persons
  • Located on the first floor of the hotel
  • Natural daylight
  • All technical facilities available

Heliodore:

Heliodore is a well-equipped room, located on the ground floor of the hotel. The historic fireplace characterises the intimate atmosphere and creates a warm and homely environment. Heliodore is a stylish room for board meetings, training courses, presentations, receptions and private dinners

  • Suitable for 8 people
  • Located on the ground floor
  • All technical facilities available

Centime:

The Centime is located on the ground floor of the hotel. The high windows combined with the bright furnishings create a pleasant atmosphere and plenty of natural daylight. Authentic charm and modernity go hand in hand here. Centime is a stylish room for board meetings, training courses, presentations, receptions and private dinners.

  • Suitable for 10 people
  • Located on the ground floor
  • All technical facilities available

The vault:

In the basement of the hotel is the vault room. This authentic room once housed great treasures of innumerable value. Located next to our wine cellar, it provides the perfect décor for extraordinary aperitifs, after-works and wine tastings.

  • Suitable for 25 people
  • Located in the basement (no daylight)
  • No wifi available

Den Doorenboom:

Den Doorenboom dates from the 17th century, making it one of the oldest houses in Antwerp. For the past 160 years, the cottage has been hidden behind the former bank building. It is indescribably well-preserved and now enjoys protected status. Overlooking the peaceful courtyard garden, the historic cottage is the ideal place for private dining, receptions and special business meetings.

  • Suitable for 25 people
  • Located on the ground floor
  • Separate building in the garden

Buy-out Events:

A hotel buy-out gives you and your party exclusive access to all or part of a hotel. Depending on your agreement, this could include rooms, restaurant and bar, and facilities.

Hotel buyouts add a touch of privacy, elegance and customisability to your event. As a result, hotel buyouts have become a popular arrangement for luxury events, as well as for corporate occasions such as conferences, conventions and galas.

Overnight

Hotel FRANQ offers a soothing and sophisticated concept to stay overnight. The rooms are located in the historic building, but have modern furnishings. They come with a bath or a rain shower, products from The White Company, coffee,tea and water in the room. Free wifi is available throughout. Romantic city trip or business trip, Hotel FRANQ offers different room types, notably

  • Cosy room
  • Classic Room
  • Deluxe Room
  • Junior Suite
  • Luxury Suite

Hotel FRANQ is the location for seminars in Antwerp city center, where luxury, history and modern facilities come together for an unforgettable experience.