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3-star hotels in Utrecht
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Utrecht, gathered for travellers who want a central, well-rated base without paying for a higher star class. Each entry is a 3-star property with its guest rating out of 5 and review count shown, so you can weigh them against each other.
Staying in Utrecht
Utrecht is a compact Dutch city of canals, wharves and old streets, and these hotels put you inside that fabric rather than on its edge. Most addresses sit in the historic centre: Vismarkt, Ganzenmarkt, Janskerkhof, Mariaplaats, Oudegracht and Twijnstraat all lie among the canals and shopping streets, while Catharijnekade and Boven Catharijnepoort place you by the water near the station side. A few names, such as Het Wapen van Harmelen, De Kastanjehof and 2L De Blend, sit further out in the surrounding area.
Guest ratings across the list run from 4.2 to 4.8 out of 5, and review counts range from 50 to 1590, so there is both a proven favourite in Logement Petit Beijers and a large, busy option in Bunk Hotel Utrecht. Couples and short-break visitors will gravitate to the small canal-side properties with balconies and breakfast in the room; families have room to manoeuvre at hotels listing family rooms and cots; business travellers can look to the properties with business centres and fitness centres.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Logement Petit Beijers
16 17 Vismarkt, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRight on the Vismarkt, Logement Petit Beijers pairs a restaurant with breakfast served in your room and a balcony for a quiet moment above the market. Guests rate it 4.8 across 145 reviews. Sofa beds and non-smoking rooms make it workable for small groups or couples who want the centre on the doorstep.
See Logement Petit BeijersHotel 26
Nieuwegracht 26 3512 Ls Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHotel 26 on the Nieuwegracht has a terrace and bicycle hire, so guests can explore Utrecht by canal and bike. Family rooms, free parking and free wifi cover the practical side, and all rooms are non-smoking. From 445 reviews it holds a 4.6 rating, appealing to families and couples who want a calm canal-side stay with easy parking.
See Hotel 26Mother Goose Hotel
Ganzenmarkt 26, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereMother Goose Hotel on Ganzenmarkt provides air-conditioned rooms with baths and bathrobes and serves breakfast in the room. A 24-hour front desk, room service and parking are available, with free wifi throughout. Rated 4.6 from 441 reviews, it is a reliable central choice for travellers who want comfortable rooms and attentive service in the old city.
See Mother Goose HotelBoutique Hotel ZIES
Twijnstraat 58, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBoutique Hotel ZIES on Twijnstraat combines a restaurant and bar with a garden and terrace, and pets are allowed. Air-conditioned rooms come with minibars, and bike rental is on offer. Breakfast can be taken in the room. A 4.5 rating from 337 reviews makes it a good fit for couples and pet owners who enjoy dining and outdoor space on site.
See Boutique Hotel ZIESBrass Hotel
19 Janskerkhof, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBrass Hotel on Janskerkhof offers family rooms, air conditioning and express check-in in the historic centre. Rooms are non-smoking with safes, and free wifi is provided. With 286 reviews averaging 4.5, it is a well-regarded base for families and city visitors who want to be within easy reach of Utrecht's old town sights.
See Brass HotelThe Hunfeld
Mariaplaats 4, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Hunfeld puts you on Mariaplaats in the middle of Utrecht, and its 3-star rooms come with air conditioning, a kitchenette and a terrace. Bike rental lets you join the city's cyclists and see Utrecht the way locals do, while the 24-hour front desk and luggage storage take the pressure off odd arrival times. Families are covered with family rooms and a cot. Guests rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 226 reviews. Choose it if you want apartment-style self-catering in a central spot.
See The HunfeldBunk Hotel Utrecht
9 Catharijnekade, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBunk Hotel Utrecht on Catharijnekade offers a riverside setting with a restaurant, bar and lounge, entertainment activities and special diets. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and has lifts, a 24-hour front desk and family rooms. Rated 4.4 from 1590 reviews, it appeals to sociable travellers and families who want a lively base with everything under one roof.
See Bunk Hotel UtrechtHampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station
Boven Catharijnepoort 4, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereHampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station provides a fitness centre, business centre and lounge, with breakfast available. A 24-hour front desk and express check-in help with arrivals, and parking with a garage is offered. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and has free wifi. Its 4.3 rating from 1487 reviews suits business travellers and short city stays.
See Hampton by Hilton Utrecht Central StationMary K Hotel
Oudegracht 25 3511 Ab Utrecht Netherlands, Utrecht, Netherlands
Why stay hereMary K Hotel on the Oudegracht offers a garden and lifts, and accepts credit cards. Because the listed facilities are few, guests should confirm room details directly. With 126 reviews averaging 4.4, it is a small hotel for travellers who value a central canal address and a garden retreat over extensive on-site services.
See Mary K HotelBoutique Hotel Museumkwartier
Oudegracht 399, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSet on the Oudegracht, Boutique Hotel Museumkwartier gives you a canal-side base with a garden and some rooms facing the water. Kitchens and kitchenettes in the accommodation suit guests who prefer to cook for themselves, and breakfast can be brought to your room. A concierge is on hand for questions, and there is a lift-free, non-smoking setup with family rooms and a cot for those travelling with children. It scores 4.4 out of 5 from 126 reviews and suits couples and families wanting canal views and quiet self-sufficiency.
See Boutique Hotel MuseumkwartierMoxy Utrecht
Helling 1, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereMoxy Utrecht on Helling 1 pairs a fitness centre and games room with a bar, lounge, terrace and picnic area. Pets are allowed, bike rental is available, and parking with a garage is offered. Air conditioning and family rooms are provided. A 4.3 rating from 690 reviews makes it a playful choice for younger travellers and families.
See Moxy UtrechtHet Wapen van Harmelen
Dorpsstraat 14, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereHet Wapen van Harmelen has a restaurant, bar and free car parking, with pets allowed and bikes for hire. Golf and mini golf are among the nearby leisure options, and air-conditioned family rooms are available. From 640 reviews it scores 4.3, appealing to drivers and families who want a quieter village base with dining on site.
See Het Wapen van HarmelenBadhu
Willem Van Noortplein 19, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBadhu sits on Willem Van Noortplein, away from the busiest canals, and offers 3-star rooms with air conditioning, a lift and on-site parking, a real asset if you arrive by car in Utrecht. Every room has a safe, television and private bathroom with toiletries, and housekeeping keeps things tidy. It holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 50 reviews and suits drivers and quieter stays.
See Badhu2L De Blend
Vleutensevaart 100, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay here2L De Blend on Vleutensevaart provides kitchenettes with ovens, microwaves and dishwashers, plus a garden and picnic area by the water. A shuttle service and parking are available, and a business centre and bar are on site. Express check-in is offered. Rated 4.2 from 387 reviews, it suits longer stays and self-catering guests.
See 2L De BlendDe Kastanjehof
Kloosterlaan 1, Utrecht, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereDe Kastanjehof offers a swimming pool, garden and terrace, plus a restaurant and bar. Golf and mini golf are nearby, pets are allowed, and free car parking is available. Family rooms and room service add convenience. Its 4.2 rating from 92 reviews makes it a relaxed choice for families and guests who want leisure facilities and easy parking.
See De Kastanjehof
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logement Petit Beijers | ★★★ | 4.8 | 145 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Hotel 26 | ★★★ | 4.6 | 445 | Yes | – | – | – |
| Mother Goose Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 441 | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Boutique Hotel ZIES | ★★★ | 4.5 | 337 | – | Yes | – | Yes |
| Brass Hotel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 286 | – | – | – | – |
| The Hunfeld | ★★★ | 4.5 | 226 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Bunk Hotel Utrecht | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,590 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Hampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,487 | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Mary K Hotel | ★★★ | 4.4 | 126 | – | – | – | – |
| Boutique Hotel Museumkwartier | ★★★ | 4.4 | 126 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Moxy Utrecht | ★★★ | 4.3 | 690 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes |
| Het Wapen van Harmelen | ★★★ | 4.3 | 640 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Badhu | ★★★ | 4.5 | 50 | Yes | – | – | – |
| 2L De Blend | ★★★ | 4.2 | 387 | Yes | – | – | – |
| De Kastanjehof | ★★★ | 4.2 | 92 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Logement Petit Beijers earns 4.8 out of 5 from 145 reviews and lists balconies and breakfast in room; Hotel 26 on Nieuwegracht offers a terrace and bicycle hire with 4.6 from 445 reviews; Mary K Hotel on Oudegracht is a smaller 4.4-rated address with a garden.
For families
Mother Goose Hotel, Boutique Hotel ZIES, Moxy Utrecht and The Hunfeld all list family rooms and cots. Mother Goose adds air conditioning and room service, ZIES has a garden and patio and allows pets, Moxy brings a games room and fitness centre, and The Hunfeld includes kitchen and kitchenette facilities for longer stays.
Mother Goose Hotel · Boutique Hotel ZIES · Moxy Utrecht · The Hunfeld
For business travellers
Hampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station has a business centre, fitness centre and garage, with 4.3 out of 5 from 1487 reviews. Moxy Utrecht also lists a business centre and fitness centre plus a lounge, and 2L De Blend adds a business centre and shuttle service at 4.2 from 387 reviews.
Hampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station · Moxy Utrecht · 2L De Blend
For a short break
Brass Hotel on Janskerkhof, The Hunfeld on Mariaplaats and Bunk Hotel Utrecht on Catharijnekade all offer express check-in and sit close to the centre. Bunk adds a restaurant, bar and lounge and has the largest review base here at 1590, while Brass and The Hunfeld are quieter, smaller-scale city addresses.
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Questions, answered
Which of these Utrecht hotels has the highest guest rating?
Logement Petit Beijers scores 4.8 out of 5 from 145 reviews, the highest on this list. Hotel 26 and Mother Goose Hotel follow at 4.6, then Boutique Hotel ZIES, Brass Hotel, The Hunfeld and Badhu at 4.5.
Are there hotels here with family rooms?
Yes. Hotel 26, Mother Goose Hotel, Boutique Hotel ZIES, Brass Hotel, The Hunfeld, Bunk Hotel Utrecht, Boutique Hotel Museumkwartier, Moxy Utrecht, Het Wapen van Harmelen and De Kastanjehof all list family rooms, and several also list cots.
Which hotels offer breakfast in the room?
Logement Petit Beijers, Mother Goose Hotel, Boutique Hotel ZIES, The Hunfeld, Boutique Hotel Museumkwartier, Moxy Utrecht and De Kastanjehof all list breakfast in room among their facilities.
Can I park at any of these hotels?
Several list parking: Mother Goose Hotel, Hampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station, Moxy Utrecht, Het Wapen van Harmelen, Badhu, 2L De Blend and De Kastanjehof. Hotel 26 and De Kastanjehof list free car parking, and Hampton and Moxy also list a garage.
Which hotels are good for cyclists?
Bike facilities appear at Hotel 26 and Boutique Hotel ZIES, which both list bicycle hire, and at The Hunfeld, Moxy Utrecht, Het Wapen van Harmelen and De Kastanjehof, which list bike rental service.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Boutique Hotel ZIES, Moxy Utrecht, Het Wapen van Harmelen and De Kastanjehof list pets allowed. The other hotels on the list do not mention pets in their facilities.
How many reviews do these hotels have?
Review counts vary widely: Bunk Hotel Utrecht has 1590, Hampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station 1487 and Moxy Utrecht 690, while Badhu has 50, De Kastanjehof 92 and Mary K Hotel 126.