Where to stay in The Hague – What you need to know
The Hague or Den Haag is located on the west coast of Holland and is the third largest city in the country, after Amsterdam and Rotterdam.
The Hague is the capital of the province of South Holland and one of its peculiarities is that it is also the seat of the Dutch government, despite not being the official capital of the Netherlands.
The Hague is the administrative centre of the Netherlands par excellence since it houses organizations such as the State Council and the Supreme Court. In addition, Europol, the International Criminal Court and the International Court of Justice, as well as the embassies of many countries, are also found here.
However, this city is more than business and diplomacy. Among the things to see in The Hague are the impressive Peace Palace, which mixes neoclassical and gothic architecture, parks for the whole family such as the Haagse Bos and scenic lakes.
Other attractions of The Hague are Madurodam, an amusement park with a miniature version of the Netherlands and museums such as the Municipal Museum, with the largest collection of Mondrian paintings in the world. Similarly, The Hague is quite close to the beach.
When choosing the best time to travel to The Hague, it must be taken into account that the winters are very cold and windy, while the spring is usually cloudy and rainy. Therefore, summer is the best season to visit The Hague and enjoy ideal temperatures and open skies.
The Hague shares an airport with Rotterdam and is one of the most important secondary airports in the Netherlands. However, most visitors to The Hague arrive from the central train station that connects with almost all the cities in the country.
Transportation within the city is divided into trams, trains and buses.
As for the best areas to stay in The Hague, the City Centre is the best option for hosting most of its attractions. See accommodation in The Hague’s City Centre.
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Best areas to stay in The Hague
1. Recommended area: Centrum (The Hague’s City Centre)
Hague’s City Centre or Centrum is where most of the attractions of the city are located.
It is in this area that Binnenhof is located, an important set of buildings of the Parliament that surround the Hofvhijver lake that are photo-ready during any time of the year. Among the buildings that make up the Binnenhof, the Hall of Knights (Ridderzaal) stands out for its Gothic style.
The City Centre is also a good place to stay in The Hague for its cultural offer, with museums such as the Mauritshuis, dedicated to art, the Museum of History of The Hague and a museum of crime that is located in a former medieval prison.
This area, which is very pedestrian-friendly, has two railway stations, including the Central Train Station in The Hague, from where you can go to other cities in the Netherlands.
Also, several tram lines cross the Centrum and connect it with other districts of the city.
The Centrum is one of the best areas to stay in The Hague for its wide variety of dining options, ranging from restaurants and cafes to markets where you can buy excellent Dutch cheeses and other fresh products.
What makes this the best area to stay in The Hague
- Heart of the city
- Charming area
- Best area for sightseeing
- Connected by tram
- Restaurants and markets
- Cultural and historical attractions
Hand-picked hotels in this area
Our Top PickNovotel Den Haag City Centre is a sophisticated hotel offering elegant accommodation with a privileged location, in the centre of The Hague, in the Haagse Passage shopping arcade. There is room service available 24 hours.
Budget OptioneasyHotel Den Haag is located 400 metres from the commercial areas of Denneweg and Noordeinde, the Hofvijver, the Binnenhof Dutch parliament and the Mauritshuis Museum, and offers a unique accommodation concept, and all rooms are simply decorated.
Midrange OptionIbis Den Haag City Centre is located in the centre of The Hague, 450 metres from the Binnenhof. The beach of Scheveningen is only 10 minutes away by car. All rooms have special “Sweet” ibis beds, a flat-screen TV and a desk. Free WiFi is available in all areas.
Luxury OptionBoutique Hotel Corona is located in 3 historic buildings from the 17th century next to the Buitenhof Square, just 200 metres from the Centrum Tram Stop. It has a 24-hour reception and a terrace on the street.
2. Scheveningen
Although technically, Scheveningen is not part of the city, it still belongs to the eight districts that make up the metropolitan area of The Hague and deserves to be mentioned because of its beach.
Scheveningen is located northwest of The Hague and attracts many visitors for its pier full of restaurants and bars, its observation wheel, its lighthouse and, especially, for its beach suitable for water sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding.
Within this district, there are also attractions such as Madurodam, a major theme park with replicas of Holland in miniature.
Scheveningen is a recommended area to stay in The Hague when travelling as a family since it has the Sea Life Centre, with marine exhibitions for all ages.
Similarly, although Scheveningen is far from the centre of The Hague, it has tram stations to move to other areas of the city.
Scheveningen is one of the best areas to stay in The Hague if you are looking for tranquillity during your stay and to enjoy incredible views of the ocean.
What makes this the best area to stay in The Hague
- Near the beach
- Luxury hotels
- Madurodam
- Water sports
Hand-picked hotels in this area
Our Top Pickibis Den Haag Scheveningen is 50 metres from the boulevard and beach of Scheveningen, a short walk from the casino and the Circusy theatre, 3 km from the centre of The Hague, which can be reached by tram that faces the building.
Budget OptioneasyHotel The Hague Scheveningen Beach is located in Scheveningen, 200 metres from Crazy Pianos and Holland Casino Scheveningen. It features free WiFi.
Luxury OptionGrand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus The Hague Scheveningen is located in an authentic monumental building, right on the beach of Scheveningen. It is a 3-minute walk from the beach and offers free WiFi.
3. Near the Peace Palace
The Peace Palace (Het Vredespaleis) is one of the most important and visited attractions in The Hague, located northwest of the city centre.
This impressive building is the seat of the International Court of Justice and has a spectacular library of Renaissance style architecture. In addition, the palace is surrounded by gardens that are similar to those in fairy tales and are worthy of a postcard.
The surroundings of the Peace Palace are one of the best areas to stay in The Hague for its tranquillity and relatively central location.
This area has many tram and bus stops, making moving to other points of The Hague an easy task.
In addition, there are also many restaurants and cafes of different categories in the area.
What makes this the best area to stay in The Hague
- The Hague’s Peace Palace
- Peaceful area
- Connected by tram and bus
Hand-picked hotels in this area
Our Top PickB&B Ereprijs is located in The Hague, it offers a garden, terrace, free WiFi and garden views. The property is 6 km from Binnenhof and 7 km from the Escher Museum.
4. Delft
Delft is part of the metropolitan area of Rotterdam-The Hague and connects with both cities by tram and train, so it deserves to be mentioned among the best areas to stay in The Hague, although it is, technically, another city.
It is a small town with a lot of charm. When walking between the narrow streets of Delft’s City Centre, you can notice similarities with Amsterdam because of its channel system.
Staying in Delft allows you to have a more authentic image of life in the Netherlands, thanks to its small white and blue porcelain factories, in addition to its markets, where exquisite varieties of cheese are produced.
Delft is a recommended area to stay in the metropolitan area of The Hague, as it is halfway between Rotterdam and The Hague.
Similarly, Delft has charming hotels for all types of travellers.
What makes this the best area to stay in The Hague
- Connected to The Hague by trains and trams
- Charming area
- Great food
Hand-picked hotels in this area
Our Top PickHotel Bridges House Delft is located in the old house of the Dutch painter Jan Steen, located in the centre of Delft, next to the canal and several shops and museums.
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