Daft Boutique & Music Hotel

Daft Boutique & Music Hotel

Daft Boutique & Music Hotel
  • Route de Waimes 19B, 4960 Malmedy, Belgium
  • Certificate of Excellence 2026

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Looking for the perfect location for a meeting in the Ardennes?

Daft Hotel is a place for artists and tourists, for influencers and Buddhists.

Contemporary and quirky. Contemporary design, hidden in the Ardennes forests.

Grab yourself a craft beer from our bar (you do that at home, right?), discover the home cinema after a busy meeting day or take a dip in the indoor pool with underwater music. Gather around our fire pit for an aperitif and enjoy our delicious, local catering, lovingly prepared by our house chef!


Are you tired of classic hotels that lack inspiration and have no real soul?

Then choose Daft Hotel, with creative spaces, lots of greenery and, above all, a very personal approach by our team.


Your team + Daft Hotel = A unique story

For groups of 10 guests or more, it becomes interesting to rent the entire hotel.

Welcome home, far away from home!


And what else?

You can best understand the vibe of the place if you also know our story.

Next to the hotel you will find Daft Music Studios , one of Europe's largest music recording studios.

Day in day out, international artists record their albums in the impressive studios (e.g. Sigala, Henri PFR, Goose, Bazart, Stephen Malkmus & the Jigs, Universal France, Daan, Jef Neve, De Mens, Blanche, Hooverphonic, …). To achieve the best recordings, the context has to be right.

Good vibes, good food and inspiring spaces... we take that very seriously! Also for your event or seminar.

And... step into the footsteps of legends and organize your own meeting or special event in Daft Studios, it's possible!


In short: Daft Music & Boutique hotel, a new kind of hospitality!


What do we offer?

  • 14 rooms with ensuite bathroom
  • possibility to expand with 4 rooms in the Artist Penthouse above the Daft Studios
  • from May to September expansion with a pop-up glamping for another 24 people (= camping with a golden edge!)
  • creative & inspiring meeting rooms
  • home cinema, which can also serve as a breakout
  • wellness with heated indoor pool and sauna & a wood-fired open-air Dutch tub
  • for larger groups or special events: expansion possible to the 200m2 recording hall in the Daft Studios
Daft Boutique & Music Hotel
Get a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Europe's largest music studios
13 May 2026

Ever wondered where the biggest hits are made? Daft is the only place in Europe where you can go behind the scenes of a professional recording studio and stay on-site with your team.


Hidden in the Ardennes, Daft is more than just a studio. It is a 5,000m² creative ecosystem designed for much more than just musicians.

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42 reviews on Daft Boutique & Music Hotel - 9.8/10

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Priscilla Calemi
FORWARD|

We had an amazing time at Daft!

The moment you arrive at Daft Hotel, you find yourself in an oasis of nature and tranquility. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming! The room was on the smaller side, but it had everything we needed. Everything was clean and tidy, and I immediately felt at ease. We held our meeting in the dedicated meeting room, which had a really cool musical vibe. Snacks and drinks were provided, as well as all the necessary audio equipment. The catering was excellent too, and the dinner in particular was absolutely delicious! We also really enjoyed the activities that could be booked through Daft Hotel. Whether you want to let off some steam with an adventurous outdoor activity surrounded by nature or completely unwind in the sauna and swimming pool, there’s something for everyone. All in all, I went home feeling happy, and I definitely hope to visit Daft Hotel again!

Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Thank you so much for such a wonderful review Priscilla! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed all that Daft can offer. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and the team, and we look FORWARD to welcoming you back to Daft Hotel soon! 👀

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Kevin VDS
Forward Services nv|

Leadership offsite

Our FORWARD leadership offsite was brilliantly facilitated by the Daft team. An inspiring venue for brainstorming and making difficult decisions, interspersed with beautiful nature and enjoyable team-building activities. The fact that healthy lunch options were also considered was appreciated.

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Thanks for the kind words! Great that the FORWARD team had an inspiring offsite! We’d be delighted to see you again soon!🤘

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Florence Cools
Unikoo|

Fantastic company outing at Daft Hotel - your not so average stay

Our company stayed at the Daft Hotel for a few days and we were truly pampered. The service was top-notch and we were well taken care of from start to finish. The studio tour is highly recommended: it is wonderful to completely immerse yourself in the world of music for a while, and certainly in a studio that has meanwhile secured such a prominent place in the Belgian music scene. The various spaces within the hotel itself are diverse and it is fun to switch between them depending on different activities.
In short, a very pleasant experience that we absolutely recommend to other companies looking for something different from the "standard" company outing!😍🤘

Big thanks to Daft Hotel for the smooth communication and the pleasant stay!🤘

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Thank you very much for the fantastic review!
Glad to hear that you felt so pampered and were able to fully enjoy the studio and the hotel. That is exactly what we do it for: to completely relax and immerse yourself in a creative, musical atmosphere.

Thanks for the great communication, and we hope to see you and the team again soon! 🤘🤩

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Laurent Jochaniak
URGO|

Looks Like Heaven

We were at this hotel for a 2-day, 1-night company convention. And it was great!
I highly recommend it.

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

We're delighted you had a good time, that's why we're here.😍
Thank you very much for your recommendation, maybe until next time👀

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Kato Nevens
Onkruid studio|

Teamweekend

Daft is a beautiful and inspiring place. Everything was well organized and perfectly punctual, which meant we didn’t have to worry about anything ourselves. This made our team weekend incredibly relaxing. We also greatly appreciated the support of Barbara and her team in organizing our team weekend.

Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Hi Kato! Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled your team had such a relaxing weekend with us. See you next time!

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Bart Christiaens
Light-repair|

An unforgettable teambuilding experience at Daft Hotel

Our stay at Daft Hotel was simply wonderful. From the moment we arrived, we felt that this was a place where creativity, relaxation, and team spirit truly come together. The hotel’s atmosphere—casual, warm, and still professional—helped us grow closer as a team. We returned home noticeably stronger and more connected.
During the Light-Repair teambuilding activity, we shared memorable moments that brought out collaboration, fun, and reflection. Everyone felt involved from start to finish. The food and drinks were excellent and generously provided, making the entire experience even more enjoyable.
The final visit to the music studio was a real highlight. It was incredibly interesting and offered a unique behind-the-scenes look at music production—one that makes you listen to music differently afterward. A surprising and inspiring ending we won’t soon forget.
In short: Daft Hotel is highly recommended for teams wanting to grow, connect, and enjoy themselves in a unique setting. We will definitely be back!

Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Wow, thank you Bart ! We’re thrilled that the mix of creativity and relaxation worked its magic on your team. It was a pleasure sharing the behind-the-scenes world of our music studio with you and we’re already looking forward to your next visit!
- Team Daft

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Giovanni Samaey
NUMA, Dept. Computer Science, KU Leuven|

Great place for team focus days

We came to Daft Hotel with a team of 12 employees for the annual team focus days. The meeting room with its bar was ideal for our presentations and discussions, and the lounge was a cozy spot for brainstorming and team-building activities. Combined with the beautiful surroundings for walks, sauna/swimming pool, and delicious, home-style catering, this was an ideal place for substantive work and social interaction.

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Hi Giovanni ! Thank you for your words. It was a pleasure hosting your annual focus days! We’re so glad the meeting room bar and our home-style catering made your team feel right at home 😍Hearing that our spaces helped spark your creativity and social connection is exactly what we strive for. See you again soon!

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Camille Rosé
IBA|

OTHER WORKSHOPS

We came to the Daft Hotel for 2 days of teamwork.
The Daft Team is attentive and responded quickly to our last-minute requests. The studio tour was very, very much appreciated. The accommodation is excellent, and the catering is varied and delicious.

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Hello Camille, thank you for this positive feedback!
Thank you for your trust and your good energy 🎶 see you soon for another stay at Daft 🍀
Barbara

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Natana Nascimento
Oleon|

HR OSGM - Oleon

I loved the atmosphere of the hotel, especially the surrounding nature and the sense of freedom that makes us feel at home. The entire team was very welcoming and warm.

Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Hi Natana! Thank you so much for your lovely words! We’re so happy to hear you felt the Daft atmosphere and that the surrounding nature gave you that sense of freedom we love so much ourselves. We hope to see you again soon for another feel-at-home work-stay! 💛 Barbara

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Tom Loosvelt
Oleon|

Oleon global HR team seminar 2025

We've gathered with our 30+ team in Daft premises for our seminar, combing hard work and teambuilding activities.
Meetings in the recording studio were inspiring, catering was innovative, we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings of Belgian Ardennes during several outdoor activities.
And it felt like home having the entire place for us. The great service we don't get at home ;-)

Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Hi Tom, thanks for your great feedback! Indeed, Daft has everything to make you feel at home, with high level services on top. Great to see you enjoyed it to the fullest. Have a lovely day and hope to meet again soon. Tine

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Elodie LEDUC
ORTIS|

Staff evening

A huge thank you to the entire DAFT team for organizing our staff evening. Everything was absolutely perfect! We received a lot of positive feedback: impeccable service, delicious food and spaces that delighted everyone.

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Thank you Elodie for this great feedback! It was great to see you again for the 2nd time, thank you for the trust and see you soon? Tine

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gaelle lecoq
trageco|

Amazing welcome

Very nice place, welcoming, warm! Delicious meal and impeccable service.
I highly recommend.

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Thank you Gaëlle for this great feedback, it really makes us happy! See you next time and always "Welcome Home" at Daft!❤Tine

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Numa Incoming Travel Agency|

Super fun incentive on Daft

We were commissioned by a Dutch agency to organize an incentive in the Ardennes. We stayed at Glamping & Music Hotel Daft. A great experience. Unfortunately the weather was not great, but that did not spoil the fun and atmosphere. Beautiful glamping tents, atmospheric tent, cozy lounge, cool performance, nice bar to party in the evening. We had a great meal (live bbq) and slept wonderfully. We will definitely organize more great events here!

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Thank you Kim and Aymerick for the kind words and always welcome to let another team enjoy our beautiful Ardennes and the exceptional setting of Daft Hotel.

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Béatrice Detrembleur
Detrembleur & Partners Banque - Assurances|

Excellent Team Building - Team Song

Thank you for your wonderful welcome during our team building. The whole team had an exceptional time at your place and thanks to you. The recording of our song was the highlight of the 'show'. Thank you

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Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Thank you Béa for your kind words! We hope that the teamsong activity will help to strengthen the bonds after the merger of your two companies. Creating a song together is a very consolidating and solidifying activity between colleagues. Long live the team!

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Eve Tang
Board of Innovation|

offsite teambuilding @ DAFT

We absolutely had the best time at DAFT. The venue is beautiful and clean, a lot of space to chill and enjoy some downtime, a lot of activities in the neighbourhood where Tine also helped us to book shuttles for our group. The food was simply delicious and not to mention the wellness part. We have a lot of colleagues from outside the EU and it was really nice to show them this part of Belgium, and DAFT hotel made the experience even better. Truly recommend this place!

Feedback from Daft Boutique & Music Hotel on this review:

Hi Eve, It was cool to have the Board of Innovation international team coming over. The program we developed together was quiet full, with the private showcase around the campfire, the morning yoga & tai chi, the High Fens hike, Daft Studios visit, gravel rides, vespa tours and icebath exercise... not to forget the wellness and party :) Thanks for staying with us and always Welcome home!

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Characteristics Daft Boutique & Music Hotel

Wi-Fi

free 

Number of people

1 - 300 

Accessibility

car 

public transport 

parking - free 

Surroundings

green space (e.g. a forest) 

near motorway 

city (centre) 

water 

Catering venue

bring your own caterer 

in-house catering 

selected caterer(s) 

Facilities

sound system 

projection 

Activities Daft Boutique & Music Hotel

Activity regions:
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