Leiden, a city steeped in history and culture, offers a variety of accommodations suitable for every type of traveler. From charming boutique hotels to modern chains, visitors can find the perfect spot to unwind after exploring the city's picturesque canals and world-class museums. With its rich heritage and vibrant atmosphere, staying in Leiden provides easy access to delightful local cuisine, historical landmarks, and lush parks. Each hotel choice brings its own unique character, making it easier for guests to choose one that fits their preferences. This guide highlights some of the best hotels in Leiden to enhance your stay in this remarkable city.
Our Top 10
(Sorted by rating & number of reviews)
Leiden Best Hotels
Check Availability
Van Der Valk Hotel Leiden
The 4-star Van Der Valk Hotel Leiden with 2 restaurants is just 1 km from Steam Train Katwijk Leiden Rail Museum in Leiden. Guests can enjoy an à la carte restaurant and a terrace and a shared lounge at this Leiden hotel, located near a boat dock.
Nestled in a historic part of Leiden, the accommodation is spread out among a brasserie and a bar. Sports fans can also visit ABF Stadium, a 5-minute ride from the hotel, and take their families to Duinrell Amusement Park, which is around 10 minutes away by car. Woods and dunes are next to this Leiden property. Botanical Gardens is situated a 25-minute stroll from Van Der Valk Hotel Leiden. For those travelling from afar, Schiphol airport is 26 minutes' drive away.
Hilton Garden Inn Leiden
Located around a 5-minute ride from CORPUS 'journey through the human body', the comfortable 4-star Hilton Garden Inn Leiden features a shared lounge and recreational facilities. There is a motorway next to the smoke-free inn, and guests can easily reach Corpus Museum which is only 150 metres away.
The modern property has a picturesque location right in the centre of Leiden a few minutes' drive from Castle Endegeest. The fantastic Hilton Garden Inn Leiden offers proximity to such natural sights as Leidse Hout (2.4 km) and Pan van Persijn National Forest (3.7 km). Convention centres are within a few steps of the accommodation, and National Museum of Ethnology is a 5-minute ride away. Staying at the perfect Hilton Garden Inn Leiden, family travellers have access to Duinrell Amusement Park, which is 6 km away. For those travelling from afar, Schiphol airport is 26 minutes' drive away.
Holiday Inn Leiden, An Ihg Hotel
The comfortable 4-star Holiday Inn Leiden, An Ihg Hotel is at a distance of 2.5 km from Corpus, and it features currency exchange and a lift onsite. Offering the perfect place for heritage tourism, Castle Endegeest is at a distance of 3.5 km from the inn, which stands in the historic part of Leiden and includes a swimming pool.
The accommodation has a good setting a 5-minute ride from Steam Train Katwijk Leiden Rail Museum, while natural sights like Leidse Hout are nearly 25 minutes' walk away. At the deluxe Holiday Inn Leiden, guests will be quite close to the North Sea. Entertainment options in the area feature Voorschotense Golf Club within a 10-minute drive of this Leiden property. Holiday Inn Leiden, An Ihg Hotel is located in the very heart of Leiden close to a motorway.
Fletcher Wellness-Hotel Leiden
The 4-star Fletcher Wellness-Hotel Leiden is a 16-minute stroll from Leiden University and features a sauna, spa therapy, and a shared lounge. This smoke-free hotel offers 118 rooms in the recreational area of the city, within 25 minutes' walk of Kagerzoom Golf, which is highly recommended as a place to have fun.
The accommodation is located in the centre of Leiden, near a train station. The nearby sports attractions are Vijf Meihal (2.3 km), and Kikkerpolder II Stadium (1.4 km). This Leiden hotel is also just a minute's drive from Science Park. The nearby cultural attractions include Corpus Experience Museum, which is 10 minutes by car from Fletcher Wellness-Hotel Leiden. For those travelling from afar, Schiphol airport is 26 minutes' drive away.
Boutique Hotel Huys Van Leyden
Offering a sauna and a shared lounge, Boutique Hotel Huys Van Leyden is located in the historical centre of Leiden only a 9-minute stroll from Marekerk. The hotel features both Wi-Fi throughout the property and private parking on site.
This 4-star property is in the centre of Leiden, so guests have direct access to National Museum of Antiquities, which is around 700 metres away. Wevershuis Museum is just a short stroll from the smoke-free hotel, while Stadsbouwhuis bus stop is just a 5-minute walk away. The accommodation is also within close proximity of Singel Canal. Boutique Hotel Huys Van Leyden is located 10 minutes by car from Old Observatory. For those travelling from afar, Schiphol airport is 26 minutes' drive away.
Golden Tulip Leiden Centre Hotel
The 4-star Golden Tulip Leiden Centre Hotel is located in the centre of Leiden and features Wi-Fi in public areas, along with a private parking lot on site. Thanks to its excellent location, the modern hotel stands a mere 10 minutes on foot from Leidse Schouwburg, which is a great place to have a fun time.
Situated at a distance of 450 metres from Museum De Valk, the smoke-free property is within close proximity of Boerhaave Museum. The Golden Tulip Leiden offers proximity to natural sights like Leidse Hout (1.7 km) and Botanical Gardens (1.5 km). Guests can easily get in touch with the history of Leiden by visiting Castle Endegeest, located approximately 25 minutes' walk from the accommodation. Golden Tulip Leiden Centre Hotel is near a train station and Leiden Centraal Westzijde bus stop is approximately a 10-minute walk away.
Exlibris Boutique Hotel
Situated in the centre of Leiden, the 2-star Exlibris Boutique Hotel Leiden offers an à la carte restaurant serving European cuisine. The smoke-free hotel, located 7 minutes on foot from Van der Werf Park, features a restaurant.
The hotel puts you in the historical centre of Leiden, a short distance from Botanical Gardens. Cultural sights in the area are Academisch Historisch Museum (0.6 km) and National Museum of Antiquities (0.7 km). The nearby notable religious buildings include Pieterskerk, 600 metres from this Leiden property. Exlibris Boutique Hotel is also situated adjacent to Doelenbrug bus stop.
Tulip Inn Leiden Centre
Featuring bicycle rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, Tulip Inn Leiden Centre is about 5 minutes by car from Leiden City Hall. The 3-star inn offers 88 rooms and amenities such as a restaurant and a lobby area.
This traditional-style property is located in a popular area, near a train station and not too far from Museum De Valk. Corpus Experience Museum is 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, while Schiphol airport is 30 km from it. Guests can also find National Museum of Ethnology, situated within walking distance of the accommodation.
Boutique Hotel Steenhof Suites - Adults Only
The 2-star Boutique Hotel Steenhof Suites - Adults Only Leiden, situated 5 minutes on foot from Wall Poems of Leiden, offers a terrace and a patio. The smoke-free hotel is located just a short walk from Van der Werf Park and features bike loans.
This Leiden hotel is about 30 km from Schiphol airport and within a 10-minute drive of such cultural venues as Corpus. Entertainment venues in the area are Old Observatory (750 metres) and IJsbaan Sports Club (4.2 km). You can easily find Museum De Lakenhal just a short drive from the accommodation. Also, a train station is located near Boutique Hotel Steenhof Suites - Adults Only.
City Hotel Rembrandt
City Hotel Rembrandt Leiden, located approximately 5 minutes by car from Leidse Hout Public Urban Park, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. hotel offers a private parking garage for EUR 16.50 per day on site.
This comfortable hotel is situated in a historic district, in front of the restaurant Cafe Restaurant Logica. National Ethnographic Museum of Ethnology is just 5 minutes on foot from the property, and Naturalis Biodiversity Center is only 1.5 km away. A few minutes' drive from Wall Poems of Leiden is a perk for guests staying at the 3-star hotel. Due to a location near a train station, City Hotel Rembrandt gives quick access to other parts of Leiden.
Cty Books Hotel
Located 11 minutes' stroll from Molen de Put Mill, the 3-star Cty Books Hotel Leiden is about a 5-minute drive from Leiden University. This smoke-free hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property and 8 rooms that offer views of the city.
The hotel is about 30 km from Schiphol airport and a 10-minute ride from such cultural venues as Steam Train Katwijk Leiden Rail Museum. Standing merely 5 minutes' walk from National Museum of Antiquities, the accommodation is a few steps from Boerhaave Museum. If you enjoy visiting historical places, this Leiden property offers good access to Castle Endegeest, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away. Breestraat bus stop is within 5 minutes' walk of Cty Books Hotel.
Bastion Hotel Leiden Voorschoten
Located around 25 minutes' walk from Pieterskerk, which is considered to be a sacred place of worship, the cosy Bastion Hotel Leiden Voorschoten offers a restaurant for guests' convenience. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences such as Wi-Fi throughout the property and access to a computer workstation and complimentary wireless internet access.
This 3-star environmentally friendly hotel offers a charming location in a restaurant area within a short distance of a motorway and about 10 minutes' drive from Naturalis Biodiversity Center. The smoke-free Bastion offers proximity to natural sights like the established Botanical Gardens (2.7 km) and Van der Werf Park (2.5 km). The accommodation is also relatively near Dutch Coast. For sport fans Bastion Hotel Leiden Voorschoten offers access to ABF Stadium, which is 10 minutes away by car. For those travelling from afar, Schiphol airport is 26 minutes' drive away.
Ibis Leiden Centre Hotel
Ibis Leiden Centre Hotel is situated in the very heart of Leiden 10 minutes by car from the Houtkamp Park. The 3-star hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and public parking nearby.
The Ibis Leiden Centre boasts a convenient location next to the central station and only a short distance from National Museum of Ethnology. Museum De Lakenhal is at a distance of 650 metres from this Leiden property and Schiphol airport is 35 km away. The accommodation is located only minutes from Molen de Put Mill in Leiden.
Hotel Vic
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Hotel Vic Leiden sits only a 13-minute walk from National Museum of Antiquities. This 4-star hotel has 24-hour front desk assistance, express check-out, and cash machine/banking services available to guests.
The hotel is situated in the very heart of Leiden, near a train station. Wevershuis Museum is a mere 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Schiphol airport is 30 km from it. Visitors can reach Naturalis Biodiversity Center, which is approximately 20 minutes to walk to.
Hotel Mayflower
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 2-star Hotel Mayflower Leiden is about 600 metres from Van der Werf Park.
This elegant hotel is situated in the very heart of Leiden, just a minute's drive from Burcht van Leiden Public Park. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from Vijf Meihal in Leiden. The accommodation is also a 10-minute ride from the Houtkamp Park. This Leiden property is located 35 km from Schiphol airport and within easy walking distance of Steenstraat bus stop.
De Doelen Hotel
Offering location merely a 6-minute walk from the late - Pieterskerk Gothic Church, De Doelen Hotel Leiden offers 16 rooms.
This hotel is 3.2 km from Steam Train Katwijk Leiden Rail Museum and 15 minutes by car from Het Spinozahuis Heritage Museum. Botanical Gardens is a minute away from the 3-star hotel, and Burcht van Leiden is a 6-minute stroll away. The property also gives access to sports attractions like ABF Stadium, which is around 10 minutes away by car. This Leiden hotel is located within walking distance of a railway station. De Doelen Hotel is 28 minutes' drive away from Schiphol airport.
Lange Mare City Hotel Leiden
Providing 39 rooms, Lange Mare City Hotel Leiden is nestled 400 metres from Galgewater. The hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property and public parking nearby.
The accommodation is located in the very heart of Leiden, within 5 minutes' drive of Escape Room Leiden Meelfabriek and relatively near Burcht van Leiden Public Park. This 3-star hotel offers proximity to natural sights like Van der Werf Park (1 km) and polders Poelgeest Nature Preserve (2.4 km). The property lies 9 minutes on foot from National Museum of Antiquities as well as the arts Leidse Schouwburg Theater. Korte Mare bus stop is also 5 minutes' walk away.
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden
Located a 5-minute ride from Vijf Meihal, the 3-star City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden features Wi-Fi throughout the property and public parking nearby. The pet-friendly hotel is situated right in the centre of Leiden, 2.8 km from such cultural attractions as Corpus.
The smoke-free accommodation sits very close to National Museum of Antiquities as well as close to restaurants and cafes. Popular natural sights near this Leiden hotel are Van der Werf Park (150 metres) and Leidse Hout (2.6 km). The nearby entertainment attractions of Leiden include Voorschotense Golf Club, which is 3.5 km away. Situated in the historical centre of Leiden, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden is merely 350 metres from Kort Rapenburg bus stop.
Boutique Hotel D'Oude Morsch
Located at a distance of 300 metres from National Museum of Ethnology, the 3-star Boutique Hotel D'Oude Morsch Leiden features a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities. There is a train station near this smoke-free hotel, and guests can easily reach National Museum of Antiquities which is a mere 9 minutes' stroll away.
Young Rembrandt Studio is just a minute's drive from the hotel, while het Stadhuis van Leiden uit 1596 is nestled nearly 5 minutes' drive away. The Boutique Leiden offers proximity to natural sights like the Houtkamp Park (3.5 km) and Botanical Gardens (1.1 km). The location will allow you to be within 5 minutes' drive of Old Observatory. For those travelling from afar, Schiphol airport is 28 minutes' drive away.
B&B Hart Van Leiden
Nestled in a historic area, the 3-star B&B Hart Van Leiden is within a 5-minute drive of culture-oriented attractions like Naturalis Biodiversity Center. This Leiden bed & breakfast offers place to stay with Wi-Fi in public areas.
Located only a 7-minute walk from Burcht van Leiden, the accommodation is approximately 10 minutes by car from CORPUS 'journey through the human body'. The hotel offers proximity to natural sights like the Houtkamp Park (2.8 km) and Leidse Hout (2.3 km). This Leiden property stands within walking distance of Pieterskerk, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. B&B Hart Van Leiden is also situated around a 10-minute walk from Stadsbouwhuis bus stop.
B&B Dependance
Located within 300 metres of Siege of Leiden, B&B Dependance Leiden gives quick access to various city sites. Guests travelling by car can also use public parking nearby.
The hotel is approximately a 20-minute walk from Morspoort and just a short drive from Van der Werf Park. Religious sights in the area include Marekerk (2 km) and the late-Gothic Dutch Pieterskerk Protestant Church (1 km). This Leiden bed & breakfast is 13 minutes' stroll from National Museum of Antiquities. B&B Dependance is located 35 km from Schiphol airport and within minutes of Vijf Meiplein bus stop.