Name: Hotel Lion D'Or
Address: Kruisweg 34-36, Stationsbuurt, Oude Stad, Haarlem, Municipality of Haarlem, Netherlands, Haarlem, North Holland, NL
Price range: US$126–US$324 per night
Rating: 8.88

What guests think

Across many reviews, Hotel Lion D'Or is praised for its unbeatable location beside Haarlem’s train and bus stations, walkable access to the center, and consistently friendly staff, making it an easy base for trips to Amsterdam and beyond.

Rooms are generally comfortable, though some are small, with occasional comments about thin walls, warm temperatures or modest A/C, spotty Wi‑Fi, and street noise in some front-facing rooms. Breakfast is widely praised for quality and variety, and the lounge and bar feel inviting, though a few noted limited hot items or snacks. Cleanliness is strong overall, with isolated lapses such as a missed room clean or worn carpeting. Expect a practical base well suited to exploring Haarlem and Amsterdam.

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Facilities

Guests highlight the cozy lounge/bar areas and the availability of parking and secure bike storage.

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10

Dawn

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

excellent Hotel in a really good location with parking. Would return again in the future.

10

Anke

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed there at the end of a cycle trip. Great comfy hotel with secure bike storage

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Djiny

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

En plus d’avoir un espace sécuritaire pour nos vélos

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Ingela

27 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Jättebra hotell, inhägnad parkering fanns tillgänglig. Bästa med hotellet var superskön säng och dess kuddar. Läget var dock lite opraktiskt pga trafik och svårfunnen ingång. Hotellfrukosten var prisvärd!

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Tobias

13 Feb 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Tolles Hotel, leider ist die Straße/ Umgebung nachts bei offenem Fenster sehr laut. Parken gegenüber im Parkhaus zu empfehlen (vorher online buchen, dann kann man Geld sparen), Hotel liegt nah am Bahnhof Haarlem - von dort sind es rund 15 Minuten zum Strand und ähnlich lang nach Amsterdam. Zu Fuß ist man schnell im Zentrum und hat alle Möglichkeiten.

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Gonzalo

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was clean and spacious, the bed was comfortable and the staff was very friendly. The location is excellent for public transportation, right across from the train station, but you have to walk about 10 min to get to the city center. The dining/bar area was very nice and cozy and the bartender was amazing, super friendly and enthusiastic! We didn't try the food as we opted for dining out. The A/C didn't cool enough and there is no shower door/curtain so it was a challenge not to get all the bath floor wet when showering. Overall a very good experience.

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Marieke

20 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Mooi hotel dichtbij station. gezellige lounge/ontbijtruimte en een heel goed ontbijt. Rustige kamer, smaakvol ingericht. Prettige medewerkers.

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Melanie

23 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Friendly staff. Very welcoming. Excellent breakfast buffet and is great in the evening to grab a quick beer

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Elizabeth

15 Apr 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

This property is consistently wonderful. It is the full package. The staff are simply amazing, the rooms are great and i felt they offered a lot of storage space. I loved the cooler in each room, the bathroom is great, so it the water pressure. They offer breakfast and dinner in the gorgeous lounge downstairs and a full bar. You are in the square where the train station and buses are located which is incredibly convenient and there are many delicious restaurants within a few steps on either side of the building. I could see the steeple of St Bavo's from my room, and the beds are very comfortable. I can honestly say that this is the best hotel in Haarlem and i consider it my second home. The building itself has an amazing history all on its own. You are able to walk to several grocery stores, a Kruidvat, shops, a bicycle rental, and the square of the Grote Kerk in moments. It is also where Rick Steves stays when in town so that says quite a lot as well! Do yourself a favor and book your stay with them. It is a special experience

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Alison

6 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a lovely renovated hotel close to the Haarlem train station but with easy parking. We left the car there for a day trip into Amsterdam but LOVED the quieter beauty of Haarlem. The hotel is well-maintained and tastefully decorated. My only issue was our quadruple room was rather cramped and the bathroom is strangely designed (toilet in the shower?) with an odd smell. Possibly better as a single or couple traveling, not our family of 4.

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Cleanliness

Reviews commonly describe the hotel and rooms as very clean, even spotless. A few report lapses such as a room not cleaned on arrival or worn/dirty carpeting.

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Harald

30 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast, friendly staff, clean and quiet although close to the train station.

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scott

15 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

On arrival to the hotel which was well situated I first used the public bathroom which was an absolute mess, this did worry me. They stored my luggage and let me check in around 230pm. The room was spotlessly clean and modern. The bed was uncomfortable though and would benefit from a new mattress. Breakfast was OK but feel it was not value for money though with hot items very limited. Overall I did enjoy my stay and would probably book again.

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Josh

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We arrived to our room having not been cleaned. We found dirty used towels in the bathroom, used soap, stains on the bed sheets, and a notepad scribbled on. It was as though we were in another person’s room.

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scott

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Spotlessly clean. The room was fantastic. Although had some hefalumps staying on my floor and must has left their rooms om average 72 times a night with their big feet and door slamming.

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MIchael

18 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great wee hotel right next to the train station . The room was super and very clean . Staff very friendly and breakfast was super . Would recommend it if you are visiting Harlem or Amsterdam

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Philip

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff were friendly and excellent, breakfasts and dining rooms were great and rooms were exceptionally clean.

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Femke

17 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Heel fijn verblijf gehad. Lekker ontbijt en een schone kamer. Naast het station en dichtbij het centrum.

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Marianne

20 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Everyone was amazing. Perfect location away from the busy but right next to the train. Nice staff and very friendly. Beautiful and spacious rooms, clean and comfortable. Highly recommend! Loved the stay!

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Filip

23 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice staff, lobby and room. Clean and according to images. Internet connection was shaky.

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Martyn

3 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room 101 has the oldest dirtiest carpet I have seen in a few years as well as makes and flaking painted wall. A lovely hotel in a good spot bud sadly my room seemed below par.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable with useful amenities, but sizes vary and some face street noise or have thin walls; a few guests mention warm temperatures, modest A/C, uneven Wi‑Fi, or tired mattresses.

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Samira

2 Jan 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

The room was pretty outdated, except the bathroom. The carpet was pretty dirty all over the hotel. Wi-fi was horrific. I saw mice in the lounge area twice. I told the staff about the wi-fi and mice but they didn’t seem concerned or shocked and no one did anything. The location is amazing though, right next to the Haarlem station about 15 minutes away from Amsterdam.

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Jacques

16 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The mattresses poor quality need overused need to be adress to be replaced unfortunately we didn't sleep well at this hotel rooms 314 and 303

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Nat

24 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here two nights, nine days apart (did a biking tour inbetween). First night staying here, I was put in a room upstairs. It was excellent. A bit small, but that is to be expected in the Netherlands. And quiet. Second night (nine days later), I was put on the main floor, in a family room (three beds). No reason given (I was just traveling by myself). This room was large, and would be well-suited for multiple people. As it was on the main floor, however, it was much louder (could hear people outside at all hours). This bed was also more used re: a bit of a sag in the middle. Staff as usual were friendly and helpful.

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scott

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Spotlessly clean. The room was fantastic. Although had some hefalumps staying on my floor and must has left their rooms om average 72 times a night with their big feet and door slamming.

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Francois

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small, but for one night it's okay. The bad was not the best one, but not the worst. Bathroom was great - lot of space, nice shower. But the main issue was the phonic isolation - i was able to understand the neighbours... At 23h30 it's not really nice. Breakfast was amazing, for the price, it's really great. People at the reception were always friendly and willing to help. Check in and out were fast. The hotel is really close to the train station and the bus station. City center is 15 minutes away on foot.

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Christopher

6 Sept 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is good, right on the quiet and picturesque side of the train station plaza. It’s surprisingly quiet and relaxed there while just steps from all the busses and trains. You’re also around the corner from two parks and a short walk to central Haarlem. There are cafes and restaurants all along the 10 minute stroll. The front desk was accommodating and the breakfast is nice enough. My only complaint is that whether we had the window open or the A/C on lowest setting, the room was always hot and stuffy at night. The room was also tight, as most are in Europe.

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Filip

23 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice staff, lobby and room. Clean and according to images. Internet connection was shaky.

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Rick

20 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Simple, private room with everything you need: from an iron to a fridge. Their staff are friendly and courteous.

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Mingqi

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

2 minutes walk to Haarlem train station. Hotel looks classic. clean and quite at night. coffee is good. bed is comfortable. Walkable to all attractions. very satisfied.

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Alison

6 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a lovely renovated hotel close to the Haarlem train station but with easy parking. We left the car there for a day trip into Amsterdam but LOVED the quieter beauty of Haarlem. The hotel is well-maintained and tastefully decorated. My only issue was our quadruple room was rather cramped and the bathroom is strangely designed (toilet in the shower?) with an odd smell. Possibly better as a single or couple traveling, not our family of 4.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful and professional, with smooth check-in and support. There are rare reports of inconsistent attitude.

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Rhodora

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

All the staff are very friendly and helpful. Would stay here again

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Margaret

11 Jul 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Two of the front desk personnel were absolutely wonderful--pleasant, helpful, friendly. The tall, thin blondish lady at the front desk was consistently rude. The breakfast was mediocre and it was next to impossible to ever find any employee to help you, other than the consierge at the front desk. The room was small and cramped. It was not expensive, but I'd rather pay more and have a bit more room and a bit of service.

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deborah

2 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Every employee was very friendly with comfortable rooms and such convenience right next to the train station…i would stay again.

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Philip

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff were friendly and excellent, breakfasts and dining rooms were great and rooms were exceptionally clean.

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David

30 Jan 2026

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Stayed 8 nights

The place was clean and staff was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the lounge area and the chance to relax. The place is very conveniently located near the train station and the main bus depot. Will definitely stay there again.

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Alan

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel and very central for train station and to all other amenities. Polite and helpful staff with excellent service. Room spotlessly clean with very comfortable bed and super quiet. Would definitely return and recommend!

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Marianne

20 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Everyone was amazing. Perfect location away from the busy but right next to the train. Nice staff and very friendly. Beautiful and spacious rooms, clean and comfortable. Highly recommend! Loved the stay!

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Elizabeth

15 Apr 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

This property is consistently wonderful. It is the full package. The staff are simply amazing, the rooms are great and i felt they offered a lot of storage space. I loved the cooler in each room, the bathroom is great, so it the water pressure. They offer breakfast and dinner in the gorgeous lounge downstairs and a full bar. You are in the square where the train station and buses are located which is incredibly convenient and there are many delicious restaurants within a few steps on either side of the building. I could see the steeple of St Bavo's from my room, and the beds are very comfortable. I can honestly say that this is the best hotel in Haarlem and i consider it my second home. The building itself has an amazing history all on its own. You are able to walk to several grocery stores, a Kruidvat, shops, a bicycle rental, and the square of the Grote Kerk in moments. It is also where Rick Steves stays when in town so that says quite a lot as well! Do yourself a favor and book your stay with them. It is a special experience

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Nizami

14 May 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Very convenient.Staff was very pleasant and assisted with everything . Allowed early check in after our early arrival.

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Elaine

25 Jan 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff very polite and accommodating. Hotel clean and no complaints with our room. On one evening, a lot of door banging and noise but only on one occasion and this was through no fault of the hotel, just guests being disrespectful. Excellent breakfast with lots of choice and well worth the 17euros per day. Hotel location was the very best. Across the road from both the train and bus station and a five minute walk from the centre for cafes, restaurants and shops.

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Location

Next to the train and bus stations and an easy walk to Haarlem’s center, with quick links to Amsterdam and the airport bus. Some guests experienced late-night noise from the plaza.

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Silloo

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location very close to central train/bus station. Nice breakfast. Comfortable room.

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Christopher

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel is located 20 min from downtown Amsterdam, hotel has parking so we rented a vehicle and were able to commute easy between Harlem and Amsterdam

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LAP KWAN

17 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location & it is very close to the bus 300 & train station.

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Alison

16 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel was extremely convenient for access to trains, restaurants and other amenities. It was a warm spring day when we arrived and room was very warm. The A/C is average at best so needed to open the window at night as room was too warm. Had to wear ear plugs as it is noisy due to locals partying out in the square in front of the hotel, until late hours. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Recommend this hotel as a reasonable alternative to the busy Amsterdam.

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Wesley

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

A lovely stay in a very nice hotel. Great location for strolls into Haarlem. Very handy for train and bus services, yet very little noise day and night.

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wendy

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The boutique hotel is conveniently located, within walking distance to shops, and a train station is nearby. The front of the hotel faces a square that does not allow for vehicles, only pedestrians and bicyclists. One would have to walk about 5 minutes to the back of the train station to catch an Uber or taxi ride, dragging luggage along the way. The hotel is a bit dated, but otherwise clean. The staff is friendly. Breakfast is adequate.

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Eric

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location to walk around the older city. Good selection of shops and restaurants around. Extremely close to train station and bus terminal.

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Gillian

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient for the train station in Haarlem but if you are staying ask for a room high up and away from the street. I booked at short notice for one night because my flight was cancelled and ended up on the first floor overlooking the square which was very noisy. Had I been staying for more than one night I would have asked to move.

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Elaine

25 Jan 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff very polite and accommodating. Hotel clean and no complaints with our room. On one evening, a lot of door banging and noise but only on one occasion and this was through no fault of the hotel, just guests being disrespectful. Excellent breakfast with lots of choice and well worth the 17euros per day. Hotel location was the very best. Across the road from both the train and bus station and a five minute walk from the centre for cafes, restaurants and shops.

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James

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location across the street from Centraal Station. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely praised for quality and variety, and the lounge/bar provides a pleasant setting. A few guests mentioned limited hot items or snack options and occasional value concerns.

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chung ming

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I thoroughly enjoyed the buffet breakfast offered by the hotel. It was one of the best I have ever experienced, and the pricing was quite reasonable.

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george

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. V good breakfast. Helpful staff n friendly

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Vanessa

4 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved our stay here with our kids, it was so easy to get to and from the airport and city centre, and we enjoyed walking around Haarlem too. The breakfast was amazing too.

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Juliet

18 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great breakfast. Very close to train station.

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Thomas

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bar stated it had a menu of snacks etc but when we sat down all they had was Tomato soup.

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scott

15 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

On arrival to the hotel which was well situated I first used the public bathroom which was an absolute mess, this did worry me. They stored my luggage and let me check in around 230pm. The room was spotlessly clean and modern. The bed was uncomfortable though and would benefit from a new mattress. Breakfast was OK but feel it was not value for money though with hot items very limited. Overall I did enjoy my stay and would probably book again.

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Femke

17 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Heel fijn verblijf gehad. Lekker ontbijt en een schone kamer. Naast het station en dichtbij het centrum.

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Bianca

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Das Frühstücksbuffet ist ganz toll gewesen. Die Betten sehr bequem.

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Melanie

23 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Friendly staff. Very welcoming. Excellent breakfast buffet and is great in the evening to grab a quick beer

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Elaine

25 Jan 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff very polite and accommodating. Hotel clean and no complaints with our room. On one evening, a lot of door banging and noise but only on one occasion and this was through no fault of the hotel, just guests being disrespectful. Excellent breakfast with lots of choice and well worth the 17euros per day. Hotel location was the very best. Across the road from both the train and bus station and a five minute walk from the centre for cafes, restaurants and shops.

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Month	Average price
January	US$111
February	US$116
March	US$134
April	US$222
May	US$201
June	US$172
July	US$153
August	US$177
September	US$171
October	US$151
November	US$134
December	US$130

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8 $157	9 $196	10 $202	11 $283	12 $308
13 $149	14 $198	15 $164	16 $164	17 $170	18 $241	19 $324
20 $141	21 $149	22 $250	23 $144	24 $155	25 $239	26 $239
27 $155	28 $146	29 $144	30 $154

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $155	2 $234	3 $238
4 $140	5 $130	6 $130	7 $140	8 $142	9 $222	10 $238
11 $139	12 $140	13 $137	14 $135	15 $140	16 $160	17 $322
18 $135	19 $135	20 $160	21 $160	22 $162	23 $212	24 $222
25 $126	26 $145	27 $149	28 $148	29 $143	30 $187	31 $238

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