Relax completely Enjoy the nature
Night away in nature
Night away in nature
Relax & recharge
A night away in nature is often all you need to return home completely refreshed. Escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy peace, fresh air and beautiful green surroundings. At Van der Valk, you’ll find various options for a stay right in the heart of nature, spread across the Netherlands. Whether you choose the coast, the forest or the heathlands, a hotel in nature offers the perfect combination of relaxation and comfort. In short, Van der Valk has everything you need for a successful stay in a hotel in nature.
Activities in nature
During a night away in nature, there are countless activities to enjoy. Take a walk through vast forests, cycle along winding heathland paths or discover the local flora and fauna in one of the many natural areas. The Veluwe, for example, is an ideal destination for nature lovers: spot deer, cycle through National Park De Hoge Veluwe or explore the sand drifts. A hotel in the nature of the Veluwe is perfect for those who want to experience nature up close.
Along the coast, there are also plenty of options. Enjoy a beach walk at sunset or take a bike ride through the dunes. Most Van der Valk hotels in nature offer bicycle rental, allowing you to explore the surroundings with ease. Looking for more adventure? Discover mountain bike trails, go canoeing on calm lakes or visit a nearby nature park.
Night away in nature in the Netherlands
The Netherlands has countless beautiful places for a night away in nature. Think of the forests of Drenthe, the hills of Limburg or the watery landscapes of Friesland. These areas are perfect for those seeking peace and space, but also for active travelers. Thanks to the central locations of many Van der Valk hotels in nature in the Netherlands, you can easily explore different regions. Combine your stay with a visit to a nature park, a picturesque village or a local market.
Prefer a nature getaway across the border? In Germany and Belgium, you’ll find stunning natural areas such as the Eifel, the Ardennes and the Black Forest - perfect for a weekend full of relaxation, walking or cycling in impressive surroundings.
Hotel in nature
End your day in a luxury hotel in nature by Van der Valk. Here you’ll enjoy comfort, hospitality and beautiful green views. Whether you choose a hotel in nature on the Veluwe, by the coast or in the south of the Netherlands, Van der Valk ensures complete relaxation. After a day full of activities, unwind in the wellness area, enjoy a delicious dinner in the restaurant and relax in your comfortable room.
Ready to get away? Discover all our hotels located in or near beautiful natural areas below.
Van der Valk hotels in or near nature
Near the Utrechtse Heuvelrug
Van der Valk Hotel Amersfoort A1 in Amersfoort offers modern rooms and suites with comfort and stylish décor. Enjoy the Live Cooking-restaurant, the Skybar SIXX and free parking. The hotel is known for its good accessibility, warm atmosphere and culinary experience.
Near the Veluwe
Van der Valk Hotel Apeldoorn - De Cantharel offers various comfortable rooms and suites and combines luxury with nature: wellness with a swimming pool, sauna and fitness, several dining options and a unique horse hotel with stables. Ideal for relaxation, a culinary experience and a stay with a horse on the Veluwe.
Near the Veluwe
Van der Valk Hotel Arnhem offers, in addition to spacious comfortable hotel rooms, a restaurant, bar, a small-scale wellness area and facilities for children. Here you will find a children's play corner, playground and tasty children's menus. You can also charge your car on the parking area and park for free as a hotel guest.
Near the Loosdrechtse Plassen
Van der Valk Hotel Breukelen offers luxurious accommodation and stylish meeting rooms for business and private guests. The hotel is centrally located and easily accessible. Enjoy luxurious rooms and themed suites with a sauna, steam cabin and whirlpool and also take advantage of the wellness area with an indoor pool.
Near the Utrechtse Heuvelrug
Van der Valk Hotel De Bilt - Utrecht offers luxury facilities and welcoming service, with a restaurant with excellent cuisine, a cozy bar and various comfortable rooms, suites and a family room. In addition you can park here for free, rent (electric) bicycles. and charge your car electric car or bicycle.
Near Nature Reserve Meijendel
A visit to Van der Valk Hotel Den Haag - Wassenaar means friendly and personal service at good value for money. The hotel has comfortable rooms and a strategic location, and you can park for free. Explore the surroundings on an (electric) bike that you can rent on-site.
Near National Park de Alde Feanen
Van der Valk Hotel Drachten has comfortable rooms, suites and an apartment. The hotel offers a restaurant, brasserie and its own bowling center. Perfect for relaxation or a pleasant get-together. With free parking (including charging points), bike rental and a convenient location, this is an excellent destination.
On the Drewitzer Lake
Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz is located on the Drewitzmeer and in the middle of the nature park 'Nossentiner-Schwinzer Heide'. The surroundings radiate peace and quiet and you can also enjoy the wellness. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the beautiful surroundings on a run or while cycling.
Near nature reserve The Onlanden
Escape the hustle and discover the perfect mix of city and nature at Van der Valk Hotel Groningen - Hoogkerk. Right on the A7, with luxurious rooms and suites, an atmospheric restaurant, bar and terrace. Ideal for a weekend or a night away. Within 10 minutes you are in the heart of Groningen or out in nature!
Near Lauwersmeer National Park
Van der Valk Hotel Hardegarijp - Leeuwarden is a small-scale but cozy hotel with comfortable rooms, a restaurant, bike rental and free parking. Discover the hotel's green surroundings by bike, on foot or with your dog. After all, your dog is also very welcome at this hotel!
Near the Bussumerheide
Van der Valk Hotel Hilversum - de Witte Bergen, located in the splendid Gooi, is an excellent choice for discovering this beautiful area. The hotel is known for its excellent value for money. Enjoy various modern and rooms and suites, a delicious restaurant and try your luck at Jack's Casino.
Near the Markermeer
At Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn you can enjoy the historic city center of Hoorn or take a trip into the beautiful surroundings. Stay in one avn the luxury rooms or suites. And take advantage of the hotel's facilities such as the wellness, fitness, Jack's Casino or go out for an evening to the cinema.
Near the Oostvaardersplassen
Enjoy a delightful stay at Van der Valk Hotel Lelystad with various facilities such as a spa, gym, restaurant and skybar. Afterwards, completely unwind in one of the lovely rooms and suites. During the day, Hotel Lelystad is a great base for the Dolfinarium, Walibi Holland and Batavia Stad Fashion Outlet.
Near the Utrechtse Heuvelrug
Van der Valk Hotel Leusden - Amersfoort is located on the edge of a nature reserve and between Leusden & Amersfoort, ideal for a city trip! The hotel features a restaurant, bar, casino and a bicycle and e-chopper rental so you can easily explore the surroundings. After a day out, unwind in one of the comfortable rooms.
Near Nossentiner-Schwinzer Heide
Van der Valk Resort Linstow is located amid the breathtaking natural landscape of the Mecklenburg Lake District. The resort consists of spacious hotel rooms and holiday homes, where you can enjoy a well-deserved holiday. Be sure to discover the wellness facilities and the beautiful surroundings during your stay.
Near the Mookerheide
At Van der Valk Hotel De Molenhoek - Nijmegen you will have a unique experience, you spend the night in Gelderland and dine in Limburg! The hotel is located near De Mookerheide and Nijmegen, an ideal combination of city and nature. Prefer to relax instead? Then pay a visit to Thermen Berendonck, just 15 minutes from the hotel.
Near the nature reserve Krakower Lake District
In the midst of this paradisiacal landscape, surrounded by crystal-clear lakes, green meadows and forests, lies Van der Valk Golfhotel Serrahn. Here you can enjoy canoeing, cycling, hiking or relaxing on the nearby bathing beach. The hotel is situated directly on the 18-hole golf course where, surrounded by a beautiful setting, you can tee off.
Near the Ardennes
Van der Valk Hotel Spa is located in the heart of the eponymous city of Spa and is ideally situated near the Spa-Francorchamps circuit. From the hotel you have direct access via a cable car to the Thermes of Spa. The hotel also offers comfortable rooms and suites, a restaurant, bar and a terrace.
Close to the nature of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Van der Valk Landhotel Spornitz is located in northern Germany (state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern). The surroundings are a paradise for nature lovers! The hotel has a fitness room, a sauna, a restaurant and comfortable rooms.
Near Hoge Kempen National Park
Visit the atmospheric Van der Valk Hotel Stein-Urmond, centrally located in Limburg and close to Belgium and Germany. The hotel offers various facilities, such as a fitness room, bicycle rental that allows you to easily explore the surrounding area, and a restaurant with delicious dishes.
Near National Park Dunes of Texel
Van der Valk Hotel Texel – De Koog is located on a Wadden island. When you are on the Wadden Islands it makes sense that you would prefer to be outside all day, which is why you can rent bicycles and e-choppers at the hotel. After a whole day out you can relax for a while on the terrace, in the restaurant or in one of the comfortable rooms.
Between the Utrechtse Heuvelrug and the Veluwe
Due to the location of Van der Valk Hotel Veenendaal, you can easily reach the hotel by car and by train. The hotel has various luxury rooms and suites, wellness and fitness facilities, where you can exercise and relax. Because of free parking and bicycle rental so you can easily explore the beautiful surroundings.
Near De Maasduinen National Park
An excellent welcome in a relaxed atmosphere awaits you at Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, located in the Maasduinen area of Limburg with access to East Brabant and Germany. Enjoy a pleasant overnight stay in a luxury room or suite, unwind in the wellness area with a swimming pool and go for a culinary experience in the restaurant.
Near the Ardennes
Van der Valk Hotel Verviers is situated in a beautiful renovated 18th-century building. The hotel has comfortable rooms and suites, a heated outdoor swimming pool, and a restaurant with a terrace where you can enjoy a delicious dinner. The hotel has everything for a pleasant night away in an atmospheric setting.
Near the Markermeer
At a unique location, in Laag-Holland, Van der Valk Hotel Volendam is located. Within a 30-minute walk you are in Volendam, and by bus you are in the heart of Amsterdam within 20 minutes. You can also easily rent a bicycle or e-chopper. You can relax after a day out in one of the luxury rooms.
Near the Sonian Forest
Enjoy a stylish stay at Van der Valk Hotel Waterloo near Brussels. Here you will find comfortable rooms and suites and an atmospheric restaurant where you can enjoy an extensive breakfast, a culinary lunch or an à la carte dinner. Furthermore, the hotel has a beauty salon and free parking.
Most frequently asked questions about a night away in nature
Most frequently asked questions about a night away in nature
Where can I stay affordably in nature?
At Van der Valk, you can enjoy an affordable stay in nature thanks to our many special offers and packages. Take advantage of seasonal deals, cycling or walking packages, or the Vroege Toekan Weeks, where you can enjoy a luxurious overnight stay including breakfast or dinner at an attractive rate.
Where can I find the most beautiful nature in the Netherlands?
The most beautiful natural areas in the Netherlands can be found in several regions: the Veluwe with its vast forests and heathlands, the coastal dunes, the Drenthe woodlands, and the rolling hills of Limburg are among the most popular. Many Van der Valk hotels are located in or near these stunning landscapes, allowing you to start a walk or bike ride directly from your hotel.
Where can I go for a relaxing weekend getaway?
For a relaxing weekend getaway, Van der Valk is the perfect choice. Stay in a hotel surrounded by nature, where you can start your day in peace and end it with a delicious dinner in the restaurant. Combine your stay with a visit to the wellness area, a forest walk, or a scenic bike ride.
Where can I book a hotel in nature?
Booking a hotel in nature is easy with Van der Valk. On this page, you’ll find an overview of all hotels located in or near beautiful natural surroundings. Whether you choose the Veluwe, the coast, the hills of Limburg, or the watery landscapes of Friesland, there’s always a Van der Valk hotel that suits your wishes.
What are great destinations in the Netherlands for a nature weekend getaway?
The Netherlands offers countless beautiful destinations for a weekend away in nature. Popular regions include the Veluwe, Drenthe, South Limburg, De Biesbosch, and the Zeeland coast. These areas are ideal for walking, cycling, or simply relaxing in green surroundings.
Is a hotel in nature suitable for a romantic weekend?
Absolutely! A hotel in nature is perfect for a romantic weekend. At Van der Valk, you’ll enjoy stylish rooms, luxurious facilities, and fine dining in the restaurant. Some hotels also offer romantic packages, including an overnight stay with breakfast in bed, access to the wellness, or a bottle of bubbles in your room.
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