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Best hotels in Houten
A shortlist of five hotels in Houten, the Dutch town in Utrecht province.
Staying in Houten
Houten is a town in the province of Utrecht, and the hotels on this list all sit within its built-up area, along streets such as Hoofdveste, Koppeldijk, Trip, Waijensedijk and Onderdoor. The largest of them, Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht, is a 4-star property with 5895 reviews and a guest rating of 4.3 out of 5, and it is the only hotel here with a full indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi and fitness centre.
The rest of the shortlist is smaller in scale. Marenhoeve and Triphousing Red are both 4-star, with Marenhoeve offering family rooms, a garden and a picnic area, and Triphousing Red offering family rooms, a terrace and a swimming pool. Guest House Ons Hoekje is a 3-star guest house with a 24 hour front desk and a tennis court, and Joinn is a 1-star property with wheelchair accessible rooms. Together they suit couples who want a spa and pool, families who need family rooms and kitchens, and business travellers who want parking and a restaurant on site.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht
Hoofdveste 25, Houten, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWith 5895 reviews and a rating of 4.3 out of 5, this is the best-reviewed 4-star option in Houten and sits on Hoofdveste. Guests have an indoor pool, sauna and fitness center on site, plus free wifi and free car parking. A restaurant and bar mean dinner needs no planning, and the 24 hour front desk suits late arrivals. With banquet space, this hotel works well for guests attending events as much as for leisure stays.
See Van Der Valk Hotel Houten UtrechtMarenhoeve
Koppeldijk 5, Houten, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereFamily rooms, high chairs and a kitchen cover longer stays with children. Set on Koppeldijk, it pairs free wifi and free car parking with a garden and picnic area, so days can be spent outside rather than in a lobby. A good fit for active families and small groups.
See MarenhoeveTriphousing Red
17 Trip, Houten, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereTriphousing Red on Trip reads as a self-contained base: each stay comes with a kitchen, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine, so guests can settle in rather than eat out every night. A garden and terrace extend the living space, and the swimming pool adds an easy way to unwind. Family rooms, free wifi and free car parking round it out. Best for longer visits or families who prefer an apartment-style setup to a serviced hotel room.
See Triphousing RedGuest House Ons Hoekje
10 Waijensedijk, Houten, Netherlands
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGuest House Ons Hoekje in Houten is a 3-star stay with a 24-hour front desk, air conditioning and free parking. A fireplace and garden create a homely feel, and the kitchen, oven and washing machine make longer stays easy. Sports-minded guests can use the tennis court or go horse riding, with bowling and badminton also listed. Suits families, groups and anyone wanting a self-catering base near Houten.
See Guest House Ons HoekjeJoinn
Onderdoor 5 3995 Dw Houten Netherlands, Houten, Netherlands
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereA kitchen and washing machine, plus free car parking and free Wifi, make it practical for guests planning a longer, self-catered stay. Bike rental service and a fireplace are among the extras, and express check in helps when you arrive later in the day.
See Joinn
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Marenhoeve | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Triphousing Red | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Guest House Ons Hoekje | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Joinn | ★ | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For spa and pool
Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht is the only hotel on this list with an indoor pool, a sauna, a jacuzzi and a fitness centre. That combination, plus 5895 reviews and a guest rating of 4.3 out of 5, makes it the pick for travellers who want to swim and unwind without leaving the hotel.
For families
Marenhoeve, Triphousing Red and Guest House Ons Hoekje all list family rooms. Marenhoeve adds a garden, a picnic area and high chairs, Triphousing Red has a terrace and a swimming pool, and Guest House Ons Hoekje offers a tennis court and badminton, which keeps children busy on site.
For self-catering
Marenhoeve, Triphousing Red, Guest House Ons Hoekje and Joinn all list a kitchen, and each of them also lists a refrigerator. Marenhoeve and Triphousing Red go further with a dishwasher, microwave and oven or kitchenette, so guests can cook rather than eat out every day.
Marenhoeve · Triphousing Red · Guest House Ons Hoekje · Joinn
For parking and cars
Every hotel on this shortlist lists free car parking, so drivers are covered whichever one they pick. Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht and Marenhoeve also list a golf course, and all five are non smoking properties, with Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht additionally offering luggage storage and a 24 hour front desk.
Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht · Marenhoeve · Triphousing Red · Guest House Ons Hoekje · Joinn
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Questions, answered
Which hotel in Houten is closest to the centre?
The addresses given are Hoofdveste 25, Koppeldijk 5, 17 Trip, 10 Waijensedijk and Onderdoor 5, all in Houten. Only these street names are available, so the closest to the centre cannot be determined from the data; check the exact location before booking.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht carries a guest rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 5895 reviews, the only rating given for any hotel on this list. It is also the only 4-star hotel here with an indoor pool, sauna and jacuzzi.
Do any of these hotels have family rooms?
Yes. Marenhoeve, Triphousing Red and Guest House Ons Hoekje all list family rooms. Marenhoeve also lists cots, high chairs, a garden and a picnic area, which suits families travelling with young children.
Is parking available at these Houten hotels?
All five hotels list free car parking, so a car can be left on site at Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht, Marenhoeve, Triphousing Red, Guest House Ons Hoekje and Joinn. No parking charges or reservation rules are given in the data.
Which hotels have a pool or a spa?
Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht lists an indoor pool, a sauna and a jacuzzi. Triphousing Red lists a swimming pool.
Can I cook my own meals at any of these hotels?
Marenhoeve, Triphousing Red, Guest House Ons Hoekje and Joinn all list a kitchen and a refrigerator. Marenhoeve and Triphousing Red also list a dishwasher and a microwave, and Marenhoeve lists an oven, so self-catering is possible at four of the five.
Do any of these hotels accept pets?
The hotel data for Van Der Valk Hotel Houten Utrecht, Marenhoeve, Triphousing Red, Guest House Ons Hoekje and Joinn does not list pets or a pet policy, so pet rules cannot be confirmed here. Contact the hotel directly before travelling with an animal.