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4-star hotels in Baarn
A shortlist of the 4-star hotels in Baarn, comparing the two properties our site lists so you can see which one suits your trip. It is for couples, families and business travellers weighing up a stay in this part of the Netherlands.
Staying in Baarn
Baarn is a Dutch town in the province of Utrecht, known as a base for the surrounding woods and country estates, with the two 4-star hotels below sitting on its edge and within its own leafy streets. Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche stands on Hilversumsestraatweg, a country-house address on the road toward Hilversum, while Modern Palace Emma Staete sits on Emmalaan in Baarn itself.
The pair suits different trips. Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche, a 4-star property rated 4.5 out of 5 from 572 reviews, has a bar/lounge, a terrace, a garden, meeting and conference rooms, a business centre, free car parking and free internet access in the lounge, which points to business stays, weddings and couples wanting a country-house base. Modern Palace Emma Staete, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 17 reviews, has a swimming pool, a garden, a terrace, a picnic area and free car parking, which suits couples and families wanting space and a pool on site.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche
Hilversumsestraatweg 14, Baarn, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereSet on Hilversumsestraatweg 14, this 4-star castle hotel pairs a garden and terrace with a bar and lounge for the evening. Business guests get a business centre, conference rooms and meeting rooms, and parking, internet in the lounge and luggage storage are free. Guests rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 572 reviews. Pets are not allowed, which keeps the grounds calm for couples and wedding parties using the on-site wedding services.
See Kasteel De Hooge VuurscheModern Palace Emma Staete
Emmalaan 14, Baarn, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Emmalaan 14, this 4-star address gives guests a swimming pool and garden, with a terrace and picnic area for warm afternoons. Each room has a bath, shower and desk, and parking, wifi and housekeeping come without extra arrangement. Non-smoking rooms throughout suit guests who prefer that, and the 4.9 out of 5 rating rests on 17 reviews. Small enough for a quiet break, with laundry service if you stay longer.
See Modern Palace Emma Staete
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 572 | Yes |
| Modern Palace Emma Staete | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 17 | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Both hotels are 4-star and set up for two: Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche offers a bar/lounge, a garden and a terrace, and its 4.5 rating comes from 572 reviews. Modern Palace Emma Staete has a swimming pool, a terrace and a garden, and is the higher rated of the two at 4.9 from 17 reviews.
For business stays
Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche is the one to pick here: it has a business centre, a conference room, a meeting room, a computer room, free internet access in the lounge and free local calls. Free car parking and multilingual staff make it straightforward for a working trip, and it is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 572 reviews.
For families
Modern Palace Emma Staete suits families best of the two, with a swimming pool, a picnic area, a garden and a terrace, plus free car parking and free wifi. Cots are not listed among its facilities, so check with the hotel directly; its rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 reviews.
For drivers
Both 4-star hotels list free car parking, so either works if you arrive by car. Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche adds free local calls and free internet access in the lounge on Hilversumsestraatweg, while Modern Palace Emma Staete on Emmalaan adds free wifi and a swimming pool.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Baarn?
Both hotels are in Baarn, but only Modern Palace Emma Staete is on Emmalaan in the town itself. Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche is on Hilversumsestraatweg, the road toward Hilversum. The data does not give distances to the centre, so check the exact location before booking.
Do the hotels have free parking?
Yes. Both 4-star hotels list free car parking among their facilities: Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche on Hilversumsestraatweg and Modern Palace Emma Staete on Emmalaan. That makes either convenient if you are driving to Baarn.
Which hotel is best for a business trip?
Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche has a business centre, a conference room, a meeting room, a computer room, free internet access in the lounge and free local calls. It is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 572 reviews. Modern Palace Emma Staete does not list meeting or conference facilities.
Is there a hotel with a swimming pool in Baarn?
Modern Palace Emma Staete lists a swimming pool, along with a garden, a terrace and a picnic area. It is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 17 reviews. Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche does not list a pool among its facilities.
Can I bring a pet?
Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche states pets are not allowed. Modern Palace Emma Staete does not list pets among its facilities either, so confirm directly with the hotel if you plan to travel with an animal.
Which hotel is the top rated?
Modern Palace Emma Staete has the higher guest rating, 4.9 out of 5, based on 17 reviews. Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 572 reviews, so it has far more feedback behind its score.
What dining and drinks are available at these hotels?
Kasteel De Hooge Vuursche lists a bar/lounge, while Modern Palace Emma Staete lists bars and a picnic area. Neither hotel's data names a restaurant, so check with the hotel you choose if meals on site matter to you.