Soest

Travel Guide
Muntplein featuring a city, heritage architecture and signage
Netherlands featuring a river or creek, a city and a bridge
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The quaint little town of Soest is situated to the northeast of Utrecht. The town is surrounded by nature, ponds and woods and is the perfect place to relax for a few days.

You can go horse riding with the whole family, mountain biking, cycling or on long walks through the woods. In town, you can enjoy the weather at a sidewalk café or relax at one of the cosy cafés. Thanks to its convenient location, it’s easy to pop over to Utrecht or Amersfoort for a few hours of shopping.

The town started in the 11th century as a little hamlet and was a modest farming settlement until the 18th century. After the railway and a few roads were built people started moving out of the big cities in search of tranquillity. Today Soest is surrounded by countryside with pastures in the northeast and woods and dunes in the south.

One of Soest's main points of interest is the Nationaal Militair Museum (National Military Museum), which is located in an impressive building with a huge roof and glass walls. The museum is home to an interesting collection of tanks and airplanes. Soest also has lovely shopping streets and sidewalk cafés.

Combine your time in town with a visit to Soestduinen, a lovely nature reserve. DierenPark Amersfoort (Amersfoort Zoo) is very close and a great place to take the kids. Openluchttheater Cabrio is a great place to spend a summer evening. And of course you can't leave before you’ve been to the Loosdrechtse Plassen, an absolute must for nature lovers.

Go horse riding at sundown or for a walk in the woods with your kids and take in the great flora and fauna. The nature around Soest is very diverse and the perfect place to spend a day outdoors. The centre of town is nice and compact and easy to get around on foot.

Whether you take the train or the bus or decide to drive, Soest's central location makes is easy to reach from anywhere in the Netherlands. Motorists will be pleased to know that parking in the city centre is free, although there are a few places where you will need a parking disc.

Discover the beautiful nature, the compact town centre and the options for exciting daytrips around this centrally located town.

DoubleTree by Hilton Royal Parc Soestduinen
DoubleTree by Hilton Royal Parc Soestduinen
4 out of 5
Van Weerden Poelmanweg 4-6, Soestduinen, Soest
The price is S$156 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
S$156
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Soest. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (991 reviews)
"Nice room, friendly staff and good location. Some information about the facilities in the room would be helpful as well as some writing materials, paper and pen."

Reviewed on 7 Jan,2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Royal Parc Soestduinen
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
4 out of 5
Amstelvlietstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is S$150 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
S$150
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,121 reviews)
"Probably one of the best hotels in Amsterdam. Train station is right outside the door and only 10 min from city center. Book now !!"

Reviewed on 29 Jan,2025

Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Hotel Casa Amsterdam
Hotel Casa Amsterdam
3 out of 5
Eerste Ringdijkstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is S$143 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
S$143
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"My husband and I stayed at Hotel Casa for a week in Amsterdam. We were a little hesitant because it is outside the city centre. However, we are very happy we made the decision to stay here. It is a quiet area that provided a refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city center. Central station is ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jan,2025

Hotel Casa Amsterdam
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Cityden Stadshart
Cityden Stadshart
4 out of 5
Stroombaan 1, Amstelveen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (495 reviews)
"Great space. Will visit there againb. Not sure why they told me tghere was limited parking. We had to park in a lot not close. Every night the parking lot appeared almost empty. Wish we could have parked at the facitilty. Onkly negative."

Reviewed on 21 Jan,2025

Cityden Stadshart
Visserslust Rooms, Appartments and Houseboats
Visserslust Rooms, Appartments and Houseboats
2.5 out of 5
196 Baambrugse Zuwe, Vinkeveen, UT
Stay at this aparthotel in Vinkeveen. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Ziggo Dome and Johan Cruyff Arena are located ...
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Numa Amsterdam Docklands
Numa Amsterdam Docklands
4 out of 5
65 Cruquiusweg, Amsterdam, NH
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an in-room espresso maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (142 reviews)
"Fantastic stay would stay again. The only improvement would be cleanliness as the microwave was dirty and no sheets were provided for the sofa bed. However they do have an essential cupboard which you can help yourself to stuff that is needed."

Reviewed on 5 Jan,2025

Numa Amsterdam Docklands
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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