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Best hotels in Naarden
A shortlist of the best hotels in Naarden, drawn from three properties with addresses in the town itself.
Staying in Naarden
Naarden is a small town whose historic core is a star-shaped fortified town, the Vesting, ringed by walls, water and green ramparts. Visitors come for that compact centre of old streets, and the hotels here sit inside or close to it: Vesting Hotel Naarden on Raadhuisstraat, Design B&B Naarden Vesting on Jan Massenstraat, and NH Naarden further out on Ijsselmeerweg. That split suits different trips. Couples and short-break visitors are best placed in the Vesting, within walking distance of the town's sights. Families have room to spread out at the larger properties, and business travellers are served by NH Naarden with its business centre and the Vesting Hotel's range of services.
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.
See NH NaardenDesign B&B Naarden Vesting
Jan Massenstraat 17
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereDesign B&B Naarden Vesting offers a spa and jacuzzi alongside a garden and kitchen at Jan Massenstraat 17. Free parking, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi cover the basics, while family rooms, laundry service and a shuttle service add convenience for longer stays. Bike rental is not listed, but a beach nearby and a golf course nearby give guests options beyond the property. It suits travellers who want spa facilities and self-catering flexibility in a 3-star setting.
See Design B&B Naarden Vesting
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vesting Hotel Naarden | ★★★★ | 4.1 | 481 | Yes | – |
| NH Naarden | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 766 | – | Yes |
| Design B&B Naarden Vesting | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Vesting Hotel Naarden and Design B&B Naarden Vesting both have addresses in the fortified town, so a couple can step out into the old streets. The B&B pairs a spa and jacuzzi with a garden, while Vesting Hotel Naarden adds a restaurant, bar and terrace for an evening without leaving the building.
For families
Vesting Hotel Naarden and Design B&B Naarden Vesting both offer family rooms, and both have a kitchen. The B&B also has free parking and a garden, while Vesting Hotel Naarden has a restaurant on site, a terrace and a kitchenette as well as a kitchen, which makes longer stays with children easier.
For business
NH Naarden has a business centre and air conditioning, and sits on Ijsselmeerweg away from the busy old streets. Vesting Hotel Naarden combines a concierge, room service and free Wi-Fi with a lift and air conditioning, so work and meetings can be handled from the fortified town itself.
For wellness
Design B&B Naarden Vesting has a spa and a jacuzzi, with a garden and a kitchen alongside. NH Naarden has a sauna, a garden and a restaurant. Between them they cover a quiet spa break and a larger hotel with a sauna after a day out.
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Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Naarden?
Vesting Hotel Naarden on Raadhuisstraat has an address in the fortified town, as does Design B&B Naarden Vesting on Jan Massenstraat. Both are in the Vesting itself. NH Naarden on Ijsselmeerweg stands outside the fortified town.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
Vesting Hotel Naarden offers free parking, and Design B&B Naarden Vesting also offers free parking. Parking is not listed among the facilities at NH Naarden.
Which hotels allow pets?
NH Naarden is the one hotel on this shortlist that lists pets allowed among its facilities. Vesting Hotel Naarden and Design B&B Naarden Vesting do not list pets.
Where can I find a pool or spa?
No hotel here lists a pool.
Which hotel is best for families?
Vesting Hotel Naarden and Design B&B Naarden Vesting both list family rooms and a kitchen. Vesting Hotel Naarden also has a restaurant, room service, a terrace and a kitchenette, which helps on a family stay.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Vesting Hotel Naarden has the highest guest rating here at 4.1 out of 5, from 481 reviews. NH Naarden follows at 4.0 out of 5 from 766 reviews. Design B&B Naarden Vesting has no guest rating listed.
Which hotels are good for a business trip?
NH Naarden has a business centre, air conditioning and a lift, and its address on Ijsselmeerweg is outside the old town. Vesting Hotel Naarden offers a concierge, room service, free Wi-Fi, a lift and air conditioning.
Do the hotels have restaurants?
Vesting Hotel Naarden and NH Naarden both list a restaurant and a bar. Design B&B Naarden Vesting does not list a restaurant; it has a kitchen and a garden instead.