Huys van Leyden

Leiden


Steeped in history, this hotel in two 1611 canal houses has seven attractive rooms (ask for number 4, which is large and has a canal view) and a grand dining salon where breakfast (€15.50), high tea (€22.50) and dinner (mains €18 to €20) are served. Facilities include a sauna and a jacuzzi. Parking costs €15 per day.

An extra six rooms will open in an adjoining house in 2019.


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