Title: Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast Hotel in Noordwijk with free breakfast ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116570600/116570562/8a3ef019.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116570600/116570562/02d2a732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116570600/116570562/9eb9307b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116570600/116570562/2a13cb5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116570600/116570562/beaa7712.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast provides free breakfast and more. 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Free Breakfast Hotel near Keukenhof Gardens Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast provides free breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A bike on-site, smoke-free property and barbecues - Golf privileges (optional) and a lift Room features All guest rooms at Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast have amenities, such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with hairdryers - Outdoor lighting, heating and limited housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116570600/116570578/ae4d5ae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Convenient Stay Near Noordwijk Beach & Historic Lighthouse! Free Breakfast! 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Management fee: EUR 3 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 533452 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast? > As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast on 28 Oct 2025 start from £159.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/The-Hague-Hotels-Relax-Recharge-Steps-From-Dunes.h116570562.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Relax & Recharge Steps from Dunes, Beach, and Local Culture! Free Breakfast located? > Located in Noordwijk aan Zee, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout and within 3 miles (5 km) of Noordwijkse Golf Club and Lighthouse Noordwijk. Museum Noordwijk and Azzurro Wellness are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? 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