Historic hotel De Spiegel in Sint-Niklaas temporarily closed after fire hazard complaints: "Barbecuing in the rooms"

Hotel De Spiegel in Sint-Niklaas has been temporarily closed due to fire safety issues discovered during an inspection prompted by police interventions. The hotel operators claim they will resolve the safety concerns quickly and hope to reopen soon after a re-inspection. The historic hotel, operational since 1845, has faced numerous complaints from neighbors regarding dangerous situations, including fires and barbecuing in rooms. The police have responded to 32 incidents this year, leading to the mayor ordering the safety check. The operators deny any wrongdoing, stating the closure is unrelated to police activities.