1. Walkable City with Great Public Transport
Antwerp is built for pedestrians and cyclists. Most daily essentials like shops, cafés, and coworking spaces are within walking or cycling distance of the city centre. Trams and buses run regularly, and there’s a direct train to Brussels Airport.
No need for a car
City bikes and e-scooters available to rent
International rail connections including to Amsterdam, Paris, and London
2. Plenty of English Spoken
You’ll hear a lot of Dutch, French and even German, but English is widely spoken too. From baristas to bankers, most locals can switch to English without fuss. That makes everyday tasks like shopping, banking, or chatting to your neighbour simple and stress-free.
3. Cultural City with a Local Feel
Antwerp might be known for its fashion, diamonds, and architecture, but it still feels like a real, lived-in place. Locals outnumber tourists most days. There’s always something happening, from underground art shows to food truck festivals. But you’ll still find quiet corners to unwind.
Museums like Museum aan de Stroom (MAS) and KMSKA
Theatres, indie cinemas, jazz bars
Weekly markets and seasonal festivals
4. Great Food Without the Price Tag
From hearty Flemish classics to Michelin-starred dining, Antwerp caters to all tastes and budgets. Extended stays mean you can skip the tourist traps and find your own favourites.
Affordable local eats like frites, waffles, and stoofvlees
Organic supermarkets and food halls like Mercado Antwerp
Fully equipped kitchen in your serviced apartment at PREMIER SUITES
5. Space to Work and Relax
If you’re staying for work, Antwerp’s full of laptop-friendly cafés and coworking hubs like Humgy and Startbloc. PREMIER SUITES Antwerp also gives you the best of both worlds with a desk, fast WiFi, a full kitchen, and a living area that lets you switch off at the end of the day.
Long Stay Accommodation in Antwerp
PREMIER SUITES Antwerp offers serviced apartments that suit long stays perfectly. Here’s why guests keep coming back:
Studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments
Kitchen with fridge, oven, hob and dishwasher
Laundry facilities on site
Gym access and bike rental available
Central location near Antwerp Central Station
You’re not stuck in a hotel room. You get space, comfort and the freedom to live your way.
How to Spend Your Downtime
When you’re not working, Antwerp has plenty to keep you entertained. Some favourite long stay pastimes:
Parks: Middelheim Park has open-air art. Stadspark is ideal for running or a morning coffee.
River walks: Stroll along the Scheldt River and watch the sunset.
Day trips: Ghent, Bruges, and Brussels are all under 90 minutes by train.
Antwerp gives you everything you want from a long-term stay without the hassle. It’s big enough to keep you busy, small enough to feel like home, and full of surprises that unfold the longer you stay.
Book Your Extended Stay in Antwerp
Looking for a base that fits your life, not just your luggage?
Book your extended stay in Antwerp with PREMIER SUITES and start living like a local.
