Brussels, Kassel
 

Can anyone recommend a non-chain hotel for Brussels and/or Kassel? We are thinking of staying near the station in Brussels, is that a good idea? Thanks in advance.

Without knowing your pricepoint, In Brussels, Le Dixseptieme (Near Gare Centrale, Grand Place) or the Manos Stephanie (Ave Louise).

What station?

Don't stay in North(= Nord-Noord) or South(= Midi-Zuid)station areas.
Only the Central Station area is doable.
Especially between the Central Station and the Grand Place/Grote Markt.

The station is Midi where we will arrive on the Eurostar from London. We are then thinking of taking the train to Basel. Price-wise between 150-180 Euro