Name: De Doelen
Address: Rapenburg 2, 2311 EV Leiden, Netherlands, Rapenburg 2, Zuid-Holland, 2311 EV, Netherlands
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $110 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

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Hotel De Doelen

Rapenburg 2, 2311 EV Leiden, Netherlands –

*8.7* Rijksmuseum van Oudheden: only 3 minutes away! (700 feet by foot)

*8.6* Rijksmuseum voor Volkenkunde: only 5 minutes away! (1,300 feet by foot)

Leiden University: only 4 minutes away! (1,000 feet by foot)

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Great bed, proper heating, electric kettle in room with free coffee and tea. Very clean. Bathroom comes with soft towels, soaps and shampoo. quilted tp :) Staff was very thoughtful.

Business, Netherlands

It is an old historic building, which retained some of its atmosphere. The rooms were quiet and the street is also relatively quiet. Breakfast was plentiful and quality matched the price.

Andre, Netherlands

The atmosphere of the hotel itself, including the architecture and the natural light. The extremely helpful and courteous staff were always ready to answer questions and we chatted about the roles the house had played in the last century or so. I just loved the particular selection of breads in my breakfast basket!

Leah, Israel

William, the host, was a totally nice guy and very helpful. Great location.

Alexander, United States of America

The room was fine and everything was clean and quiet with friendly staff. Also an excellent central location for restaurants and bars. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate available in the room. so I will definitely recommend your hotel to others.

Fiona, Netherlands

Bed was quite comfortable - excellent location if you want to stay downtown.

Stephan, Belgium

The location was wonderful - a short stroll into the town square and restaurants. The staff were very helpful in all regards and even looked after our parking problem while we went on a long bike ride through the waterways around Leiden. The room was comfortable and reasonable for the price we paid. We couldn't have expected more. Breakfast was available for an extra cost - but we didn't partake.

Vandermaats, Australia

The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was very good. The whole place has an old Dutch feel. The location is very Central.

Chuck, United States of America

The proprietors of this establishment are enthusiastic hosts! The room we stayed in (#3) was a split level room with a great view and plenty of space. The breakfast is traditional Dutch, though special requests are met with the same enthusiasm the hosts have while heaving your luggage up and down the elevator-less building. The property is conveniently located too.

Rachel, United States of America

Coming from California, I love the old buildings and style. The owners were very friendly. I love the Dutch and I love the town of Leiden. This hotel was perfect. The hosts were lovely! Breakfast was nice and very speedy. We even sat in the breakfast room with some visitors later in the day when it was "closed" and they offered us coffee and let us have a visit. Was very nice of them!

Jill, United States of America

9.3

Excellent location!
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Highly rated for:
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“Great bed, proper heating, electric kettle in room with free coffee and tea. Very clean. Bathroom comes with soft towels, soaps and shampoo. quilted tp :) Staff was very thoughtful.”

Business Netherlands
“It is an old historic building, which retained some of its atmosphere. The rooms were quiet and the street is also relatively quiet. Breakfast was plentiful and quality matched the price.”

Andre Netherlands
“The atmosphere of the hotel itself, including the architecture and the natural light. ”

Leah Israel
“William, the host, was a totally nice guy and very helpful. Great location.”

Alexander United States of America
“The room was fine and everything was clean and quiet with friendly staff. Also an excellent central location for restaurants and bars. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate available in the room. ”

Fiona Netherlands
“Bed was quite comfortable - excellent location if you want to stay downtown.”

Stephan Belgium
“The location was wonderful - a short stroll into the town square and restaurants. ”

Vandermaats Australia
“The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was very good. The whole place has an old Dutch feel. The location is very Central.”

Chuck United States of America
“The proprietors of this establishment are enthusiastic hosts! The room we stayed in (#3) was a split level room with a great view and plenty of space. ”

Rachel United States of America
“Coming from California, I love the old buildings and style. The owners were very friendly. I love the Dutch and I love the town of Leiden. This hotel was perfect. The hosts were lovely! ”

Jill United States of America

Hotel De Doelen is uniquely situated at the Rapenburg, one of the most beautiful canals in the Netherlands. The hotel is in an ancient Patrician mansion, built in 1638. Hotel De Doelen is in the center of Leiden, near Museums, the Academic Building and faculties of Leiden University. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the train station. Hotel De Doelen has 18 rooms, each supplied with shower, toilet, telephone and TV. It also has free wireless internet throughout.

This is our guests' favorite part of Leiden, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Located in the best-rated area in Leiden, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

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Gluten-free, Buffet

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Rijksmuseum van Oudheden
0.1 miles
International Institute for Asian Studies
0.1 miles
Leiden University
0.2 miles
Leidse Schouwburg
0.2 miles
Rijksmuseum voor Volkenkunde
0.2 miles
Leiden Centraal Station
0.4 miles
Naturalis
0.6 miles
National Naturehistorical Museum
0.6 miles
Leiden Lammenschans Station
0.9 miles
Leiden De Vink Station
1.5 miles

Natural Beauty

Noordwijk Ocean/Sea
12.4 miles
Katwijk Ocean/Sea
12.4 miles

Closest Airports

Rotterdam The Hague Airport
14.1 miles
Schiphol Airport
15.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“I had business at the university, and for this De Doelen is in a perfect location. At the same time, it is very close to the shopping area of Leiden. The rooms ...”

Andreas

Germany

9.1

“The staff were really helpful and let us leave our big bags at reception. They also kindly let us work in the dining area in the afternoon after already checkin...”

Lisa

Argentina

8.3

“Staff lovely. Great location and brilliantly quirky rooms. Xx”

Gillian

United Kingdom

8.7

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12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

7:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

Free! One child under 16 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.

Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge in a crib.

All children under 16 years are charged EUR 15 per night for extra beds.

Any additional older children or adults are charged EUR 15 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

ATM card De Doelen accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that the preferred arrival time by the hotel is between 12.00 - 16.00. In case of arrival out side of these hours the property asks its guest to let them know in advance.

“Great bed, proper heating, electric kettle in room with free coffee and tea. Very clean. Bathroom comes with soft towels, soaps and shampoo. quilted tp :) Staff was very thoughtful.”

Business

Netherlands

“It is an old historic building, which retained some of its atmosphere. The rooms were quiet and the street is also relatively quiet. Breakfast was plentiful and quality matched the price.”

Andre

“The atmosphere of the hotel itself, including the architecture and the natural light. The extremely helpful and courteous staff were always ready to answer questions and we chatted about the roles the house had played in the last century or so. I just loved the particular selection of breads in my breakfast basket!”

Leah

Israel

“The room was fine and everything was clean and quiet with friendly staff. Also an excellent central location for restaurants and bars. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate available in the room. so I will definitely recommend your hotel to others.”

Fiona

“The location was wonderful - a short stroll into the town square and restaurants. The staff were very helpful in all regards and even looked after our parking problem while we went on a long bike ride through the waterways around Leiden. The room was comfortable and reasonable for the price we paid. We couldn't have expected more. Breakfast was available for an extra cost - but we didn't partake.”

Vandermaats

Australia

“The proprietors of this establishment are enthusiastic hosts! The room we stayed in (#3) was a split level room with a great view and plenty of space. The breakfast is traditional Dutch, though special requests are met with the same enthusiasm the hosts have while heaving your luggage up and down the elevator-less building. The property is conveniently located too. ”

Rachel

United States of America

“Coming from California, I love the old buildings and style. The owners were very friendly. I love the Dutch and I love the town of Leiden. This hotel was perfect. The hosts were lovely! Breakfast was nice and very speedy. We even sat in the breakfast room with some visitors later in the day when it was "closed" and they offered us coffee and let us have a visit. Was very nice of them!”

Jill

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Reviewed: April 25, 2019

Peggy
Belgium

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very friendly & helpful staff. Personal approach. Flexible solution solvers.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Peggy
Belgium

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly & helpful people

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 22, 2019

John
Canada
10

“Great people and locationn”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was all goodgreat
Very welcoming by everyone we saw

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 20, 2019

Amanda
Sweden
10

“Perfect location and great staff!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Perfect location in the middle of everything! The staff was really sweet, helpful and happy :) nice breakfast!! We would definately recommend this place.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 19, 2019

Jessica
Canada
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The sink had stinky smell. Its worse when the sink is small, i didnt want water splashing out, so had to lower my face closer to the sink and the smell gets stronger....
Location Within walking distance to leiden central Host was nice

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 12, 2019

Barbara
United Kingdom
8.8

“Excellent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
décor in bedroom needs updating
good

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 12, 2019

Ruth
United Kingdom
5.0

“Disappointed but ok”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
This was a special weekend for my Partner's birthday, I booked what I thought would be a stylish hotel. On arrival were told I was not booked in, it was sorted but left a bad taste. Very shabby hotel and bedroom decor poor. I did get discount but still rather annoyed. Apparently an error by booking.com. I also had asked for a proper double bed but twin instead. Nice staff.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 7, 2019

aimar_bcn
Belgium

10 helpful votes
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful but rather old building, some noise around with cracking floor and slim walls. Bed not very comfy.
Location and friendly staff

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 3, 2019

Andreas
Germany
9.2

“Nice stay in an excellent location.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The room had some moisture stains on the ceiling, but that just reinforced the impression that I was staying in a very old house, which was really part of the experience.
I had business at the university, and for this De Doelen is in a perfect location. At the same time, it is very close to the shopping area of Leiden. The rooms were cosy, the staff was very nice and helpful, and it was very quiet at night. Breakfast was very good.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 31, 2019

Ab
Germany
5.8

“Nice location, but somewhat run-down room”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The rooms (at least the ones on the top floor, where we staid) look like they were designed in the eighties or early nineties. Since then it seems nothing has been done. There was a hole in the shower floor, everything looks quite run-down. The rooms are noisy, when the cleaning ladies started cleaning the room next to us around 9AM, it was as if they were standing next to our bed. The curtains are not light proof, it was hard to sleep in because the room was very bright. All in all I thought the quality was not too good, considering we paid more than €100 a night in low season.
The location of this hotel is great and the building, especially the grpuns floor and historical dining room, is great.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 16, 2019

Karen
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
7.1

“Short stay ...think 106 euros very excessive for such a miserable room.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Initial impression was fabulous...but the room was dire!!...small and dark..just not what I was expecting after the lovely entrance hall and staircase...very disappointing. No teaspoons for making a drink . Just a bit sad...tho the room was very clean and the tv worked.
Bed very comfy ...plenty of choice for continental breakfast. Water for shower hot and plentiful . White crisp bedding and thick white towels.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 9, 2019

Andrew
United States of America
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The front door would not open, had to wait 20 min for a staff member
Very nice great bed great staff

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 8, 2019

Maaike
Spain
9.2

“Great location, nice room, bubble bath, very friendly accommodating staff”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The coffee machine at breakfast
The bed was adjusted to my needs by very cooperative staff. The breakfast is ample and very Dutch; I would advise buying another coffeemaker. The location is great, extremely central with restaurants, musea close by. Parking was doable. A thoroughly enjoyable experience

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: January 23, 2019

Business
Netherlands
10

“Good comfort with good value for money”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Water pressure of the shower was a bit lacking, but otherwise comfortable to use.
Great bed, proper heating, electric kettle in room with free coffee and tea. Very clean. Bathroom comes with soft towels, soaps and shampoo. quilted tp :) Staff was very thoughtful.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: January 20, 2019

Anonymous
Australia
10

“Perfect!! Would recommend, great location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Great location, Friendly staff, Check in until midnight

Stayed in January 2019

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	Deluxe Twin Room 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed	Show prices
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