The Best Hotels The Netherlands
The Dutch Coast
The Netherlands have a long coastline with wide pristine beaches surrounded by beautiful nature of dunes and forest. Zandvoort and Scheveningen have lively beach boulevards. In the North Netherlands you’ll find the Wadden Islands, with unspoiled nature, seals and special birds. You can take the ferry to these islands, but it is also a very nice experience to walk across the mud flats to the islands.
Wadden Islands
Five beautiful islands with a unique protected nature are located north of the Netherlands. Beach, sea and fine cycling. Bird lovers can indulge themselves here. You can also take a boat trip and spot seals.
Mudflat Walking / Wadlopen
From various places along the Waddenzee (World Heritage Site) you can go mudflat walking (Wadlopen). Accompanied by a guide you experience the unique nature of the Wad. It is also possible to walk from the mainland to the island of Ameland. More info
Texel
This island is the most easily accessible from Amsterdam. 1 hour and 15 minutes by train from Amsterdam CS to Den Helder, then take the ferry (30 minutes). There are local buses on the island and there are many places where you can rent a bike.
Nieuw Leven Texel - Den Burg
Kadijksweg 8, 1791 LT Den Burg
Minimum stay of 2 nights (190 Euro). Beautifully situated hotel in the farmlands, 2 km east of Den Burgh. From standard doubles to deluxe rooms with terrace and suites with a sauna. With shared kitchen and lounge and with an outdoor pool and children’s playground.
Boutique Hotel Texel - De Cocksdorp
Postweg 134, 1795 JS De Cocksdorp
140 Euro. Luxury hotel in the North of Texel close to the nature area of The Slufter. Comfortable rooms, the deluxe ones come with a terrace. There is a wellness centre, a spa and heated indoor pool. With restaurant, lounge and terrace. You can rent bikes.
Terschelling
Take the train to Harlingen ( Friesland ) and then the ferry to Terschelling, rent a bike when you arrive or get around by bus
Ameland
One hour by Ferry from Holwerd (Friesland), but it is also possible to walk (mudflat walking) from the mainland to the island of Ameland. More info...
Den Oever
Het Huis van de Wadden
Hofstraat 112/114, 1779 CG Den Oever
80 Euro. Cosy bed and breakfast beautifully situated near the Wadden Sea. Rooms for 2/3 persons, designed with care, with private bathroom and apartments for rent. Breakfast is served in a shared lounge. Under the guidance of a nature guide you can go ‘wadlopen’ (mudflat walking) from Den Oever.
1,5 hour by train and bus from Amsterdam Central Station.
Huisduinen
You will not only find a beautiful beach at Huisduinen, but also the highest cast-iron lighthouse of Europe (de Lange Jaap) and when it storms, the lighthouse swerves. You can visit Fort Kijkduin, a museum about the war, or walk through a long tunnel and admire the fish that swim around you in this aquarium.
The Baron Crown
Duinweg 34 - 1789 AS Huisduinen
Stylish decorated bed and breakfast, a 10 minutes walk from the beach. Rent a bike at the accommodation and cycle through the dunes or along the beach and in the spring you can enjoy the flower fields. 15 km from Den Helder where you can take the ferry to the island of Tessel. 1 hour by train from Amsterdam to Den Helder, then 20 minutes by bus.
Bergen & Bergen aan Zee
Beach, beautiful dunes and forests, but also cosy terraces and many restaurants in this picturesque artist village. Fantastic environment for cycling, walking and relaxing.
Landgoed Huize Glory
Elzenlaan 2, 1865 BM Bergen aan Zee
From 85 Euro, including breakfast. Hotel beautifully situated near the beach and in the dunes. Bright spacious rooms, restaurant and terrace with sea views. In the 1930’s and after the war, ill children from poor families came here to gain strength. 20 minutes cycling to the center of Bergen. Half an hour by bus from Alkmaar.
Zandvoort
One of Holland’s most popular beaches and only an half hour by train from Amsterdam. Sometimes also called Amsterdam Beach. A broad choice of different types of accommodation in this cosy beachside village.
Scheveningen
A lively seaside resort with many restaurants and entertainment. Known for its 400 meter’s long Pier, running into the North Sea, and the famous Kurhaus, build in 1818 as a bathing house, now transformed in a luxurious 5 star hotel with a spectacular interior.
30 minutes by tram or bus from The Hague CS
Nearby:
Sealife Centrum - a spectacular aquarium
Madurodam - An open air miniature model park where you can walk around the Netherlands in 2 hours
If you want to pamper yourself on something special, you can also sleep on the Pier of Scheveningen
Or enjoy luxury in the Kurhaus (from 110 euros 2 persons)
Zeeland
Sea, sand, picturesque villages and infinite flat landscapes characterise this special part of southern Holland. And for those who love fish, Zeeland is known for its oysters and lobster.
Delta Works
The Delta Works are an impressive example of how the Netherlands, that is largely below sea level, protects itself against the danger of flooding. Learn everything about the the largest storm surge barrier in the world or enjoy the various water attractions. More info: Deltapark Neeltje Jans
Adjacent to the Delta Works you’ll find the largest National Park of the Netherlands (Nationaal Park Oosterschelde). Take a trip by boat to spot seals and porpoises.
Middelburg
The capital of the province of Zeeland and one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands. The most famous landmark is the Old City Hall at the central market place (Markt). And wandering through the narrow alleyways (The Kuiperspoort) with old townhouses and along the canals is like traveling back in time. Other sights are the Onze-Lieve-Vrouw Abdij (Our Dear Lady Abbey), with a 207-step tower called Lange Jan, the old city gate the Koepoort, the 'Kloveniersdoelen' and the Zeeland Museum.
B&B 't Poorthuys - Middelburg
Koepoortstraat 10, 4331 SL Middelburg
From 120 Euro’s. Bed and breakfast in a 16th century national monument, once a doctor's residence. There are 8 classically to modern furnished luxury rooms. Located in the middle of the old center, with all sights, restaurants, cafes and shops nearby.
Logement 't Oude Bierhuys - Middelburg
Sint Janstraat 40, 4331 KD Middelburg
140 Euros. Bed and breakfast in a monumental town house at a cozy square in the centre of Middelburg. Comfortable rooms, with rooftop terrace and there is also a cute monumental house for rent with private entrance, kitchen and terrace.
Rijksmonument Hotel de Sprenck - Middelburg
Seissingel 4, 4333 GV Middelburg
From 110 Euro. Hotel in an historic mansion, a 10 minutes walk from the old centre of Middelburg. Stylishly decorated rooms with terrace or balcony, family rooms and there are also rooms in a newer annex. Bike hire is available.
Domburg
Traditionally a popular seaside resort on Zeeland’s Walcheren, it is a picturesque village and there are beautiful wide beaches.
Huys aan Zee - Domburg
Badhuisweg 27, 4357 AV Domburg
(Minimum stay of 2 nights ) Comfortable accommodation a 100 metres from the beach. The four suites come with a kitchenette, seating area, private bathroom and a balcony with views over the dunes. You can book breakfast and nearby are many restaurants and cafe’s.
Bed en Brood - Veere
Kerkstraat 7, 4351 AK Veere
From 125 Euro. Bed and breakfast in a 19th century townhouse in a beautiful authentic town with a rich history and known for its Town Hall. 10 km north of Middelburg and 15 km from the Delta Works. Modern furnished bright rooms with private bathroom, also rooms with balcony or terrace and family rooms. With garden and terrace and there are bikes for rent.
Hotel Randduin - Oostkapelle
Duinbeekseweg 24, 4356 CE Oostkapelle
95 Euro. Near forest and dunes situated hotel with rooms with balcony or terrace. There are also studio’s with a kitchen. With shared lounge. A 10 minutes walk from the beach, close to the village of Domburg and 10 km from the train station of Middelburg.
De ZeeuwSter - Burgh Haamstede
Willem Alexanderstraat 14, 4328 CC Burgh Haamstede
Nice holiday home / garden cottage with cooking facilities, bathroom and private entrance. 3 kilometers from the harbor and the beach. Restaurants and shops within walking distance. 8 km north of the Delta Works. There are bikes for rent.
Zoutelande
Beautiful beach and a cozy village in the most southern part of Zeeland. Train to Middelburg and then the bus to Zoutelande.
Table d'Hôte Teune & Janna
11 Langendam, 4374 AA Zoutelande
Minimum stay of 2 nights. Bed and breakfast with bright spacious rooms, some with balcony and there is one room with a private sauna. With private parking, a roof-terrace and some days the owners cook a delicious meal for their guests. Only 200 meters to the beach.
