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3-star hotels in Texel
A shortlist of 2 three-star hotels in Texel, chosen from addresses and facilities only. It suits couples, families and anyone who wants a simple, well-rated base on the island rather than a large resort.
Staying in Texel
Texel is the largest and most populated of the Dutch Wadden Islands, and visitors come for wide beaches, dune landscapes, cycling paths and quiet villages. The island has a long coastline, nature reserves and a compact centre at Den Burg, while the ferry from Den Helder links it to the mainland.
Both hotels on this shortlist are 3-star properties with guest ratings of 4.7 and 4.6 out of 5 from 306 and 772 reviews. Hotel Molenbos sits on Postweg and offers free parking, a bar, a terrace, a garden, balconies, free Wi-Fi, and is near a beach and a golf course. Prins Hendrik Texel is on Stuifweg and adds a restaurant, family rooms, a playground, pets allowed, air conditioning, wheelchair access, laundry service and a golf course nearby. The two addresses are outside the main village centres, so a car or bicycle is useful; couples, families and short-break visitors are the best fit.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Molenbos
Postweg 224 226
Best for: Drivers
- Free parking
- Bar
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereHotel Molenbos is a small 3-star address on Postweg, with a bar, terrace and garden for quiet evenings and a balcony in the rooms. The beach and a golf course are both nearby, and free parking and free Wi-Fi cover the practical side. Its 4.7 out of 5 rating comes from 306 reviews, making it a good fit for couples and golfers who prefer calm over crowds.
See Hotel MolenbosPrins Hendrik Texel
Stuifweg 13
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
Why stay herePrins Hendrik Texel suits families and guests who want to eat on site: a restaurant and bar sit alongside family rooms and a playground, with air conditioning, a terrace and a garden. Pets are allowed and the hotel is wheelchair accessible, while a golf course is nearby. From 772 reviews it holds 4.6 out of 5, with free parking included at this 3-star hotel on Stuifweg.
See Prins Hendrik Texel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Molenbos | ★★★ | 4.7 | 306 | Yes |
| Prins Hendrik Texel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 772 | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Prins Hendrik Texel has family rooms and a playground, and its guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 comes from 772 reviews. It also has a restaurant on site, air conditioning and wheelchair access, which makes meals and moving around easier with children. Hotel Molenbos has no family rooms listed, so for a family stay the choice here is straightforward.
For pets
Only Prins Hendrik Texel states pets are allowed. It pairs that with a garden, a terrace, a restaurant, free parking and a golf course nearby, so a stay with a dog does not mean giving up on-site meals or outdoor space. Hotel Molenbos does not list pets among its facilities.
For beach and golf
Hotel Molenbos lists a beach nearby and a golf course nearby, plus free parking, a bar, a terrace, a garden and balconies. With a guest rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 306 reviews, it is the higher-rated of the two. Prins Hendrik Texel also lists a golf course nearby but no beach.
For top guest rating
Hotel Molenbos has the highest guest rating on this shortlist at 4.7 out of 5, based on 306 reviews. Prins Hendrik Texel follows at 4.6 out of 5 from 772 reviews, so it has far more feedback. Both are 3-star, and the difference in rating is small, so facilities may matter more than the score.
Plan your stay
When to go
Texel is a Wadden Island, so weather is changeable across the year, with mild summers and cooler, windier winters. Late spring and summer are the most comfortable for beach days and cycling, while spring and autumn suit quieter visits and walking. Winter is the calmest period, but daylight is short and outdoor plans depend on the weather. The hotel data does not state seasonal opening, so check each property for the dates you want.
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Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Texel?
Neither hotel lists a distance to the centre, and their addresses are Postweg 224 226 and Stuifweg 13. The data includes no km_to_centre figure for either property, so no accurate comparison can be made here. Check the location on a map before booking if proximity to a village centre matters to you.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Hotel Molenbos is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 306 reviews. Prins Hendrik Texel is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 772 reviews. Both are 3-star, so the gap is small; Prins Hendrik Texel has received far more reviews.
Do these hotels have free parking?
Yes. Both Hotel Molenbos and Prins Hendrik Texel list free parking among their facilities, which is useful on an island where a car or bicycle makes getting around easier. No parking charges or restrictions are given in the data.
Can I bring a pet?
Prins Hendrik Texel lists pets allowed. Hotel Molenbos does not list pets among its facilities. If you are travelling with a dog, Prins Hendrik Texel is the property to check first, and confirm the pet policy directly before booking.
Is there a restaurant or bar at these hotels?
Hotel Molenbos has a bar but no restaurant listed. Prins Hendrik Texel has both a restaurant and a bar. If you prefer to eat on site without going out, Prins Hendrik Texel is the better fit of the two.
Do the hotels have family rooms?
Prins Hendrik Texel lists family rooms, along with a playground, air conditioning and wheelchair access. Hotel Molenbos does not list family rooms. Families with children will find more suitable room options at Prins Hendrik Texel.
Which hotel is better for a beach or golf trip?
Hotel Molenbos lists both a beach nearby and a golf course nearby. Prins Hendrik Texel lists a golf course nearby but no beach. If beach access matters most, Hotel Molenbos is the one to pick from this shortlist.
Do these hotels have a spa or pool?
No. Neither Hotel Molenbos nor Prins Hendrik Texel lists a spa or a pool among its facilities. Both offer outdoor space instead, with a terrace and garden at each property.