Leonardo Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
It is a sound choice for rail travellers and short city stays who want a 4-star hotel right by Leeuwarden station. Compare prices carefully first, because at our reference dates the Luxury pick was slightly cheaper.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
This 4-star hotel is our Budget pick for Leeuwarden. It suits people arriving by train, business travellers who want to walk to the centre, and couples who prefer a full hotel over a guesthouse.
Family rooms and air conditioning are listed. Our data tags it as pet-friendly, but the rules and fees are not confirmed, so check before travelling with a pet.
Drivers with a large car should be careful. Guests say there is an on-site garage, but spaces are tight and limited. If you need a guaranteed spot, this may not be the right fit.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at Stationsweg 4. Guests describe the position as central, directly opposite the train station and a short walk to the shops. The location score is 9.4 out of 10.
The Oldehove tower is about 0.7 km away, roughly 9 minutes on foot. Slauerhoffbrug is about 1.9 km, around 24 minutes. These are straight-line estimates.
The Van Harinxmakanaal is about 9.6 km away, close to two hours on foot. That is far, so plan on public transport or a taxi if you want to see it.
What guests say
The score is 8.5 out of 10 from 2,730 guest reviews, a large and steady sample. Guests praise the central spot opposite the station and the short walk to the shops. They also mention a friendly, professional team that gives helpful service.
The main complaint is parking. The on-site garage exists, but spaces are tight and there are not many of them. Room size, noise and renovation condition have not been assessed in our data, so check recent reviews if those matter to you.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
The reference price was €119.54 per night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 November) for 2 adults in one room. That is only about 4% below the sample median of €124.05. It is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Here is the honest part. Our Luxury pick, Notiz Hotel Leeuwarden, scored 8.9 with 4 stars and was €115.80 per night at the same dates, a little cheaper than this hotel. Our Best Value pick, Van der Valk Hotel Leeuwarden, scored 8.9 with 4 stars at €150.40. Leeuwarden prices sit close together, so rates on your dates may change which hotel is the bargain.
Breakfast is listed as continental and buffet. Whether it is included in the rate is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 5 eligible hotels in Leeuwarden. This one had the lowest eligible reference price once the upscale choice was reserved, which is how our Budget slot is chosen. Its review score of 8.5 placed joint fifth of five, so it is the weakest of the group on guest score, though still well rated.
Its strengths are the station location and a large body of reviews. If price is equal on your dates, the other two picks score higher.
Before you book
Compare today's prices for all three of our Leeuwarden picks, since the gaps were small at the reference dates. Check cancellation terms and whether breakfast is included.
If you drive, ask the hotel whether you can reserve a garage space and what it costs. If you travel with a pet, confirm the policy. Terrace access and opening times should also be checked for your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Leonardo Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden near the train station?
Yes. Guests say it is directly opposite the station. Shops are a short walk away.
Does the hotel have parking?
Guests mention an on-site garage, but spaces are tight and limited. Ask the hotel about availability and price before you arrive.
How far is it to Oldehove?
About 0.7 km, or roughly 9 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. It is one of the easiest sights to reach from the hotel.
Is it the cheapest of your three Leeuwarden picks?
Not at the reference dates. The Notiz Hotel was €115.80 per night against €119.54 here, so compare today's prices before booking.