Philippe is a very friendly host, I recommend staying at his place if you need a place for a couple of nights. Philippe was also very forthcoming concerning flexible times of check-in and check-out.
The room and the apartment is very clean and tidy, and silent at night. Philippe is very kind and respects his guests’ sphere of privacy, so I felt comfortable even though bathroom and kitchen were shared. The bed is an extendable sofa, but fairly comfortable for that. The kitchen has the most important tools.
The location of the apartment is perfect for exploring ixelles and the city center.