August is a 44-room design hotel, restaurant, bar, wellness retreat and garden complex at Jules Bordetstraat 5, 2018 Antwerp, in the Het Groen Kwartier district of Belgium. Created inside a restored former Augustinian convent, it translates the building’s contemplative character into a highly considered contemporary stay shaped by Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen. Travelers come for the former chapel, quietly detailed rooms, seasonal cooking, cocktails and tailored Maiwe treatments rather than for a conventional city-centre hotel experience.
What to Expect at August
The architecture is the principal attraction. The convent’s restored brick exterior, cloister-like circulation and original chapel establish the mood, while restrained modern furnishings, pale materials and carefully controlled light give the interiors their distinct Van Duysen character. August’s restaurant occupies the corridor that wraps around the chapel, so a meal or drink is also the best way for non-guests to experience the building. The secluded gardens extend that sense of separation from the city streets.
Rooms and suites range from 16 to 41 square metres, and no two are exactly alike. Each has a double bed, air-conditioning, flat-screen television, wireless speaker, laptop safe, stocked minibar and Egyptian percale linen; bathrooms have walk-in showers, with freestanding tubs in selected rooms, and Le Labo toiletries. The restaurant’s accessible but creative menu follows the seasons, while the wellness offering centres on individually tailored Maiwe treatments. This is a place to schedule rather than rush: book a table, treatment or overnight stay before arriving.
- Former Augustinian convent: a historic religious complex remade as a modern hotel while retaining its chapel and contemplative spatial character.
- Vincent Van Duysen design: Belgian architect-led restoration with restrained, tactile contemporary interiors.
- Original chapel setting: the restaurant sits in the corridor surrounding the chapel, making the architecture part of the dining experience.
- 44 individual rooms and suites: accommodation spans 16–41 square metres, with no standardised room layout.
- Maiwe wellness treatments: personalised appointments intended for recovery and relaxation.
- Seasonal restaurant and bar: a destination for dinner, drinks and a stay in Het Groen Kwartier.
August at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Jules Bordetstraat 5, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium |
| Neighborhood / Area | Het Groen Kwartier, south-east of central Antwerp |
| Operating Hours | Hotel reception operates for guests; restaurant, bar, wellness and shop hours vary by service and date. Check current opening times when reserving. |
| Admission & Ticket Prices | No general admission ticket. Rooms, restaurant bookings, bar purchases and wellness treatments are paid separately; current rates are available through the official booking pages. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1.5–2.5 hours for a meal or treatment; overnight for the full August experience |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Antwerpen-Berchem rail station is the main nearby rail hub; Antwerp’s tram and bus network connects via the Harmonie area. Arrange parking directly with August or use a nearby public garage. |
| Official Website / Phone | august-antwerp.com / +32 3 500 80 80 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
For the calmest experience, reserve an early dinner, a weekday treatment or an overnight stay, and allow time to look around the chapel-side restaurant and garden before or after your booking. There is no museum-style walk-in ticket, and the property’s principal spaces are linked to hotel, dining and wellness use. Direct room bookings receive a 10% discount on the room rate through August’s website. Reserve restaurant tables and Maiwe treatments in advance, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings.
From Antwerpen-Berchem, use local transit or a short taxi ride to Het Groen Kwartier; from the Harmonie area, the hotel is reached on foot through residential streets. Drivers should confirm parking arrangements before arrival rather than relying on street availability. August occupies a converted historic convent with corridors, gardens and rooms distributed across the restored complex, so guests using a wheelchair, travelling with a stroller or requiring a step-free room should contact the hotel before booking to arrange the most suitable access and room type. Pair a stay with the De Koninck Antwerp City Brewery, roughly a 10-minute walk away, or explore the Art Nouveau façades of Cogels-Osylei about 15 minutes away; Harmonie Park is another nearby green stop.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit August?
Weekday afternoons are best for a quieter wellness appointment, while early dinner is a good time to appreciate the chapel-side restaurant before the evening crowd. Hotel stays work year-round. Confirm restaurant, bar and wellness hours directly when making a reservation.
Does August charge admission or require reservations?
August has no general visitor admission or ticket price. Accommodation, dining, drinks and treatments are paid services. Book rooms, restaurant tables and wellness appointments ahead through the official website, particularly at weekends.
How much time should I plan for August?
Allow 1.5 to 2.5 hours for a restaurant meal or wellness appointment, including time to enjoy the building and gardens. An overnight stay gives the fullest sense of the 44-room former convent and its changing atmosphere from day to evening.
Is August suitable for families and wheelchair users?
Families are welcome for hotel and restaurant visits, but August is primarily a quiet design hotel and wellness destination rather than a children’s attraction. Because the site is a converted convent, contact the hotel before arrival to confirm step-free routes, lift access, accessible room availability and the best entrance for wheelchairs or strollers.
When planning your Antwerp travel guide or comparing verified hotels and restaurants in Antwerp, pair this stop with standout local spots including Bistrot Du Nord, The Finch, Anvers, and The Jane (0.1 km away).
