Noordwijk Travel Guide

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Noordwijk
Noordwijk
Noordwijk
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Thanks to its seaside location, this town is a great place to recharge your batteries in beautiful nature. What are you waiting for? 

Noordwijk is best-known as a seaside resort with a big beach, lovely promenade and numerous sidewalk cafés and restaurants. It's also located between Amsterdam and The Hague, which is perfect for a day of shopping!

Noordwijk was once a small fishing village which gained importance in the 19th century after someone discovered that the soil was perfect for flower bulb farming. In the wink of an eye, hundreds of flower bulb farmers settled in and around the town and focused on growing tulips and daffodils.

Today, Noordwijk is a popular seaside resort on the coast of the province of South-Holland. Look out to the sea from Koningin Wilhelminaboulevard, enjoy Noordwijk's gorgeous beach with the kids and visit the old, white lighthouse which dates back to 1921.

Nature lovers will enjoy the beautiful colours of Keukenhof, which is only 10 km away from Noordwijk. The Jan Verwey Natuurcentrum is also a great place to visit. There's an exhibition on the region's flora and fauna, which is great if you want to learn more about it.

The town is so well located that you can easily combine your stay with a day of shopping or culture in Amsterdam or The Hague and return to its peaceful environment and enjoy an evening walk on the beach.

The town is easy to explore on foot or by bus if you want to explore areas farther away. If you're staying for longer hiring a bicycle is a must so you can explore the nature and the seaside at a leisurely pace. If you're travelling by car, you will have to pay for parking in both Noordwijk-Binnen and Noordwijk aan Zee.

The town's location between Amsterdam and The Hague makes it easy to reach by car and public transport. You can park your car cheaply at Langevelderslag.

Noordwijk is the ideal holiday destination if you want to enjoy the beach and the nature and still be close to a bigger city. Why not book your trip and find out for yourself?

Where to stay in Noordwijk

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Noordwijk aan Zee

Noordwijk aan Zee is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Museum Noordwijk and Lighthouse Noordwijk while in the area.

Noordwijk aan Zee
citizenM Schiphol Airport
citizenM Schiphol Airport
4 out of 5
Jan Plezierweg 2, Schiphol
The price is £107 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
£107
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Schiphol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,047 reviews)
"Perfect stay for a quick “in and out” of Amsterdam."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

citizenM Schiphol Airport
Eden Hotel Amsterdam
Eden Hotel Amsterdam
4.5 out of 5
Amstel 144, Amsterdam
The price is £146 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£146
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,439 reviews)
Walkable area in a lively area
"The room was fine but the location was noisy (crowds outside, not cars). Hotel was pricey. Self-check out kiosk was nice."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Eden Hotel Amsterdam
The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam
The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam
4 out of 5
Oostelijke Handelskade 34, Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £180 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£180
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (398 reviews)
"This is a beautiful property in a historic building near the water. The staff were very friendly and helpful and gave us a warm welcome to the hotel. The location is fantastic for connections to the tram and bus lines going to Centraal Station. Breakfast buffet was very good with many options. The ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Benedict Noordwijk
Benedict Noordwijk
4 out of 5
Prins Hendrikweg 19, Noordwijk
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Noordwijk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 19 beach bars and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Keukenhof Gardens and Katwijk ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
"Work in leiden and always pick the Benedict when I can. Every room is superb."

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Benedict Noordwijk
Detached holiday home for four persons near the beach of Noordwijk
Detached holiday home for four persons near the beach of Noordwijk
Noordwijk, South Holland
Stay at this holiday home in Noordwijk. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Keukenhof Gardens and Noordwijkse Golf Club are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
Staying near the dunes
"The place was adequate, however there were no extras. We could have used a fan on our hot days. The bunk room was too hot. Also, some dish washing soap, salt and pepper and aFew necessities would have been nice. We were surprised to find it so bare bones. As far as the area, it was a great location, ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Detached holiday home for four persons near the beach of Noordwijk
Five-person holiday home.
Five-person holiday home.
Noordwijk, South Holland
Stay at this holiday home in Noordwijk. Popular attractions Keukenhof Gardens and Katwijk Aan Zee Beach are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Sauberkeit
"Die Häuser sind echt schön und auch noch sehr neuwertig, leider war das Haus nicht so sauber wie wir es erwartet hatten. Doch dies konnte uns den Urlaub nicht vermiesen.Rezeption und auch das Restaurant waren super."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Five-person holiday home.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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