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June 12, 2017

6 of the nicest waterfront hotels in the Netherlands where you can unwind

Sleep in these waterfront hotels and completely relax

Completely done with the hustle and bustle of everyday life and the chaos of the city? Then plan a weekend getaway with your friends or partner to one of these beautiful and relaxing waterfront hotels in the Netherlands and unwind. Get a breath of fresh air by the water and enjoy nature. Doesn't that sound wonderful? From staying in a shipbuilding crane to a lifeboat pod. Cool! These are the best waterfront hotels in the Netherlands where you can completely recharge.

6 of the most beautiful waterfront hotels you'll want to visit

Crane Hotel Faralda: Sleeping by the water becomes truly special at the Faralda Crane Hotel. At 50 meters high, you'll be staying in a shipbuilding crane! The perfect location for views over the IJ River, and you can even enjoy an outdoor jacuzzi. There's also plenty to do and see at the trendy NDSM wharf, from great restaurants to the best festivals.
NDSM Square 78, Amsterdam North – faralda.com

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Crane Hotel Faralda

Crane Hotel Faralda, Amsterdam

Salyut Rescue CapsuleIt doesn't get much more unique than this: sleeping in a lifeboat! Wake up floating on the Maas and Waal rivers in Gelderland, where the Salyut is now moored. This one-suite hotel is fully equipped and will provide you with an unforgettable stay. And don't get seasick!
Salyut.nl

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Salyut

Salyut Rescue Capsule

Vesper: Unwind at a beachfront hotel. Vesper is a boutique hotel in Noordwijk where you can watch the sunset, jog on the beach, get a breath of fresh air, or sunbathe. Enjoy fish in the evening at the Zuiderbad restaurants and cocktails at Club Bries. All within walking distance of Vesper.
Queen Astrid Boulevard 46, Noordwijk aan Zee – vesperhotel.com

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Vesper

Vesper, Noordwijk aan Zee

Fort Resort Beemster: An old fort not far from Amsterdam has been transformed into one of the most beautiful wellness resorts in the Netherlands. Fort Resort Beemster is the perfect destination for a relaxing weekend in one of the many saunas and spas. A brisk walk in the Beemsterpolder the next day will have you feeling refreshed for weeks to come!
Nekkerweg 24, Zuidoostbeemster – fortresortbeemster.nl

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Fort Resort Beemster

Fort Resort Beemster, Zuidoostbeemster

In the Monkey: Looking for a weekend getaway near sun, sea, and sand? Then head to B&B In De Aap in Bergen, North Holland. You can stay in a loft, large rooms, or rent a summer cottage. A tiny hotel in a fantastic location. Rent a bike to reach the beach in just fifteen minutes, or stroll through the artists' village of Bergen.
Karel De Grotelaan 40, Bergen – indeaap.com

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B&B in the Monkey

B&B in the Monkey, Bergen

Coast: Imagine. Spending the night on the beach! That's possible at Kust, private cottages for rent in Katwijk aan Zee. These fully furnished cottages with verandas mean you won't need—or even want—to go anywhere else for the weekend. If you're feeling brave, you can take a dip in the sea during the summer months. But it's also the perfect place for a walk in the dunes!
Boulevard Zeezijde 41, Katwijk aan Zee – kust.nu

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