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The Shepherd

3.0 star property
City-center Leuven hotel with bar/lounge

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In the heart of the business district, The Shepherd offers a serene escape with a charming terrace and soothing bar. Connect to WiFi, unwind with laundry services, and enjoy express check-out for a seamless stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
$109 nightly
The total price is $124
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Single Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room (Single Use)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Schapenstraat 1 (Pater Damiaanplein), Leuven, 3000

What's nearby

  • Old Market Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Leuven Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grand Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grand Beguinage of Leuven - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leuven Christmas Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Brussels Airport (BRU) - 28 min drive
  • Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.) - 55 min drive
  • Charleroi (CRL-Brussels South Charleroi) - 65 min drive
  • Herent Station - 8 min drive
  • Heverlee Station - 20 min walk
  • Leuven Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Noir Koffiebar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bierkelder - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rock Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Raffat - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Shepherd

Located near a train station, The Shepherd is a great choice for a stay in Leuven. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby mountain biking. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (EUR 20 per night)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 20-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Iron/ironing board

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 20 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Belgium. This property is rated 3 stars.

Also known as

Damshire
Hotel New Damshire
Hotel New Damshire Leuven
New Damshire
New Damshire Leuven
The Shepherd Hotel
Hotel New Damshire
The Shepherd Leuven
The Shepherd Hotel Leuven

Frequently asked questions

Does The Shepherd offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Shepherd does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Shepherd?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Shepherd?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Shepherd?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Shepherd and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

What's the area around The Shepherd like?

The Shepherd is in the heart of Leuven, a short 4-minute walk from Old Market Square and 6 minutes' walk from Grand Beguinage of Leuven.

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