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4-star hotels in Naarden
A short list of the 4-star hotels in Naarden, made for travellers who want a comfortable base in this fortified town. Both hotels hold a 4-star class, and each one suits a different kind of stay.
Staying in Naarden
Naarden is a small fortified town in the Netherlands, known for its star-shaped moat and historic centre. Visitors come for the old streets inside the walls, and the town works well as a quiet base for a short break.
The two hotels sit in different parts of Naarden. Vesting Hotel Naarden has the address Raadhuisstraat 1, in the historic heart of the town, so it fits travellers who want to be in the middle of the old centre, including couples and families. NH Naarden is on Ijsselmeerweg 3, separate from the fortified centre, and suits guests who prefer a larger hotel with a sauna and a business centre. A car or a short drive helps with either address, and both are 4-star options: Vesting Hotel Naarden holds a 4.1 guest rating from 481 reviews, and NH Naarden a 4.0 from 766 reviews.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Vesting Hotel Naarden
Raadhuisstraat 1
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
Why stay hereSet on Raadhuisstraat in the fortified heart of Naarden, this 4-star hotel suits guests who want to step out into the old town. Kitchens and kitchenettes in the rooms make longer stays easy, and the terrace and fireplace give the place a settled feel after a day of walking the star-shaped walls. Bikes are available on site, parking is free, and the 4.1 rating from 481 reviews reflects consistent guest satisfaction. Families are catered for with family rooms and a restaurant, bar and room service on hand.
See Vesting Hotel NaardenNH Naarden
Ijsselmeerweg 3
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Sauna
- Restaurant
- Bar
Why stay hereA 4-star option on Ijsselmeerweg, NH Naarden works well for travellers arriving by car who want space, quiet and easy access to the region around Naarden. The sauna, garden and restaurant cover rest and meals without leaving the property, and pets are welcome. Business travellers get a dedicated business centre, while air conditioning and a lift serve everyone. With 766 reviews averaging 4.0, it is a reliable base for both short stopovers and longer stays.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vesting Hotel Naarden | ★★★★ | 4.1 | 481 |
| NH Naarden | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 766 |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
In the old centre
Vesting Hotel Naarden sits on Raadhuisstraat 1, in the historic core of the fortified town. Guests who want the old streets, a terrace and a fireplace on site should pick this one. It also has a restaurant, a bar and air conditioning, and it is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 481 reviews.
With a sauna
NH Naarden is the only hotel on the list with a sauna. It also has a garden, a bar and a restaurant, plus a business centre. Travellers who want a sauna in the building should choose this hotel, which is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 766 reviews.
For families
Vesting Hotel Naarden is the family-friendly pick: it lists family rooms, a kitchen and a kitchenette, and it offers free parking and a lift. It is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 481 reviews, and its terrace and fireplace add space to spread out with children.
Pets and business
NH Naarden allows pets and has a business centre, a lift, air conditioning and laundry service. With 766 reviews and a 4.0 rating, it fits guests who travel with a dog or need to work. On-site parking and a restaurant make an overnight stay easy without leaving the hotel.
Where to stay in Naarden
Raadhuisstraat
Raadhuisstraat is the address of Vesting Hotel Naarden, in the historic part of Naarden inside the fortifications. Staying here puts you in the old town itself, close to the streets of the fortified centre. It suits guests who want to step out of the hotel into the historic core, and it is the better choice for a short break on foot.
Our picks here: Vesting Hotel Naarden
Ijsselmeerweg
Ijsselmeerweg is the address of NH Naarden, away from the fortified centre. The hotel has a garden, a sauna and a business centre, and pets are allowed. Guests who value these facilities over a central location, or who arrive by car, are the ones this address fits best.
Our picks here: NH Naarden
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Questions, answered
Do any of the hotels in Naarden have free parking?
Yes. Vesting Hotel Naarden lists free parking among its facilities. NH Naarden does not list parking in the data provided. If parking matters for your trip, check directly with the hotel you choose before arrival.
Which Naarden hotel has the best guest rating?
Vesting Hotel Naarden has the higher guest rating of the two: 4.1 out of 5 from 481 reviews. NH Naarden is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 766 reviews. Both are 4-star hotels.
Which hotel is best for families?
Vesting Hotel Naarden lists family rooms, a kitchen and a kitchenette, and it also has free parking and a lift. These facilities make it the more suitable of the two for families travelling with children.
Can I stay in Naarden with a pet?
NH Naarden lists pets allowed among its facilities, so it is the option on this list for guests travelling with a pet. Vesting Hotel Naarden does not list pets in its facilities.
Is there a hotel in Naarden with a sauna?
Yes. NH Naarden is the hotel on this list with a sauna. The same hotel also has a garden, a restaurant, a bar and a business centre, and it is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 766 reviews.
Which Naarden hotel is closest to the historic centre?
Vesting Hotel Naarden has the address Raadhuisstraat 1, in the historic part of Naarden where the fortified centre lies. NH Naarden is on Ijsselmeerweg 3, separate from the old town, so Vesting Hotel Naarden is the central choice of the two.
Do the Naarden hotels have a restaurant and a bar?
Both do. Vesting Hotel Naarden lists a restaurant, a bar and room service, along with a terrace. NH Naarden lists a restaurant, a bar and a garden. Breakfast is not named in the data for either hotel, so ask the hotel directly.
Which hotel should I pick for a business trip to Naarden?
NH Naarden lists a business centre, a lift, air conditioning and laundry service, which makes it the more work-oriented of the two. It is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 766 reviews and also has a sauna for after hours.