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The hotel, located in the former Marivaux cinema, continues its transformation by combining the history of the building with spaces that have been redesigned for business travelers and holidaymakers.
In the heart of Brussels, on the Adolphe Max Boulevard, between the Rogier and De Brouckère metro stations, Hotel Marivaux is undergoing a thorough renovation of its 136 rooms, meeting rooms and common areas. The hotel, located in the building of the former Marivaux cinema, is modernizing its spaces while preserving the elements that bear witness to its history. The Marivaux La Brasserie restaurant, the lobby and the L’Entr’Acte lounge bar have already been renovated and now welcome guests in a renewed environment.
The history of the building dates back to 1924, the year when the Théâtre Marivaux opened its doors. It quickly grew into one of the iconic film locations on the grand boulevards of Brussels. The cinema, which was operated under the name Pathé, enjoyed great success in the 1950s and 1960s, in an era when the capital boasted more than one hundred cinemas. In 1967, the Théâtre Marivaux was renamed Cinéma Marivaux and, from 1972 onwards, it was divided into several halls. After Pathé withdrew from the Belgian market in 1991, the cinema closed its doors. The building was then given a new lease of life with the opening of the hotel. The prestigious and classy entrance hall, a distinctive feature of the building, has been preserved, while the former film halls have been converted into meeting and conference rooms.
Today, this history remains part of the identity of the Marivaux, which combines its film heritage with facilities tailored to the expectations of today's traveler.
The transformation of the hotel began with the renovation of restaurant Marivaux La Brasserie, followed by that of the reception area, the lobby and the L’Entr’Acte lounge bar. These spaces are now open and offer guests the opportunity to discover the first results of the project.
The rooms are also being modernized gradually. There are already more than 50 renovated rooms available, while the work continues floor by floor according to a schedule that runs until the summer of 2027. This approach allows the entire hotel to be gradually renovated while continuing to welcome guests.
The project aims to provide more modern and functional spaces, in keeping with the identity of the building and the needs of a clientele that includes both business travelers and holidaymakers.
Thanks to its central location, Hotel Marivaux is a convenient base for exploring Brussels or organizing a business trip. The hotel is located between the Rogier and De Brouckère metro stations and offers easy access to the city’s main districts. The Brussels-South station, where Eurostar stops among other things, is about ten minutes’ drive away, while Brussels Airport is located a dozen kilometers away.
The hotel also has various spaces for meetings and business events. One of them is the Alfred Hitchcock auditorium, which has been designed in a former cinema and immediately evokes the history of the building. The other rooms are also named after film directors, such as Jacques Tati or Luis Buñuel, thus strengthening the connection with the film world. These facilities make it possible to organize various types of events, from business meetings to seminars, in an environment that stands out for its history and its location in the heart of Brussels.
Architect Michel Penneman was inspired by the history of the building when designing the interior of the hotel. In particular, the materials, furniture and lighting refer to the 1930s and the Art Deco style.
Terrazzo, marble, brass and velvet contribute to the identity of the spaces, while the art posters that can be seen everywhere in the hotel refer to the history of cinema and the artistic heritage of Brussels. The goal is to preserve the atmosphere of the place while offering a comfortable and contemporary environment at the same time.
„The Marivaux is part of the history of this neighborhood and holds a special place in the memory of many Brussels residents.”„, said Maubet Davila, director of the Marivaux.„With this renovation, we want to preserve this heritage while simultaneously further developing the hotel to meet the expectations of our guests. The restaurant, the lobby, and the lounge bar have already received a makeover, and a third of the renovated rooms are now available. We are now continuing this transformation step by step, with the ambition to reposition Marivaux once again in the heart of Brussels, in a building that is finally telling its own story.."
