City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden

Hotels
7.5 (1029 reviews)
Boommarkt 23 , Leiden , nl
+31715126358
hotel@nieuwminerva.nl

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Board games/puzzles
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Old decor
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.39
Several mentions of lack of cleaning and dusty rooms.
Service
8.36
Friendly staff consistently noted across reviews.
Location
8.9
Great location mentioned frequently, with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
6.85
Mixed feelings about room quality; some positive remarks, but issues with size and decor.
Amenities
6.88
Basic amenities noted, with a lack of a lift being a negative for some.
Value for Money
7.84
Quoted reasonable pricing for the location despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
7.39
Breakfast received mixed reviews; some enjoyed it while others desired more variety.
Overall Experience
7.36
Generally positive experiences, but not without notable drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 21:10

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort

Canal-side Location: Situated along one of Leiden's picturesque canals, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva offers a unique and tranquil setting for your stay.

Unique Room Styles: From romantic to classic, immerse yourself in the rich history of the 16th-century canal houses with a stay in the famous Rembrandt Room or the elegant bridal suite.

Convenient Amenities: Explore the city easily with bike hire available at the hotel, perfect for discovering nearby attractions like Leiden University and Rijksmuseum voor Volkenkunde.

Experience the blend of Old Dutch charm and modern convenience at City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden. Book now for an unforgettable stay in the heart of Leiden's historic centre.

Important information:

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please note that breakfast is served from 07:00 until 10:00, from Mondays until Fridays. On Saturdays and Sundays, breakfast is served from 08:00 until 11:00.

Parking is most convenient at Haagweg Parkeerterrein, Haagweg 4 in Leiden, This parking site is located 900 metres from the City Hotel Nieuw Minerva and offers a free shuttle service to and from the hotel. Reduced parking tickets are available at the Front Desk.

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Our Pet Policy: dogs are welcome upon request. There's a maximum of 2 small to medium sized dogs per room and a maximum number rooms available. A surcharge applies. Pitbull dogs and Bullterriers are not allowed. Dogs should never be left alone in the hotel room at any time.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: AMS

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 1029 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.39
Service: 8.36
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 6.85
Amenities: 6.88
Value for Money: 7.84
Food and Beverage: 7.39
Overall Experience: 7.36
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anja • solo_traveller • nl
9
2025-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • de
8
2025-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Kati • solo_traveller • fi
7
Cons:

Huoneen sisustus

2025-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Gabriella • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic.
Pros:

Amazing location. Full of character. Friendly staff. I asked for a quiet room and was given one. Room was very big and comfortable. Lived it.

Cons:

Nothing. There is no lift which was no issue for me but might be for others.

2025-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • nl
7
Pros:

Prima ligging. Goede bedden.

Cons:

Verouderde kleine kamer op de 2e verdieping in een nogal muffe gang. Geen lift aanwezig!

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Helmut • extended_group • de
6
Pros:

Die Lage ist klasse. Man ist schnell überall. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Es wurden keine Betten gemacht und auch ansonsten wurde nichts gesäubert (z. B. Das Bad)

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • nl
8
2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Marcel • couple • nl
6
Mooie lokatie maar erg gehorig
Pros:

Lokatie

Cons:

Gehorig

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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kenneth • couple • at
10
i wanna go back! ASAP!
Pros:

Everything was perfect. My only regret was that I could not stay longer. I loved it.

Cons:

Nothing!

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Matteo • couple • it
8
2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Marcel • couple • nl
9
Was prima!
Pros:

Personeel was super vriendelijk en de locatie was heel mooi/fijn.

Cons:

Wij hadden gehoopt op een nostalgische kamer, maar hadden helaas een zeer eenvoudige kamer.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Julie • extended_group • be
8
Prima basic verblijf
Pros:

Top ligging, vriendelijk personeel, nette kamer

Cons:

Matras was wat hard

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Heidy • couple • nl
8
Top lokatie, mooi oud pand, goed bed
Pros:

Goede bedden, perfecte locatie midden in de stad, leuk personeel, ontbijt goed miste wel gebakken spek bij de scrambled eggs. En totaal geen geluiden van buiten. We hadden kamer aan de achterzijde

Cons:

Eigenlijk niks,

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Sebastiaan • couple • nl
9
Pros:

Personeel

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Sofie • extended_group • be
8
2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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johan • couple • nl
7
Pros:

Vriendelijk personeel en locatie

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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Christina • solo_traveller • nl
9
2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Christina • solo_traveller • nl
9
2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Karl • couple • de
8
Wir kommen wieder!
Pros:

Wunderbare, ruhige Lage trotz Baustelle, modernes, großes Zimmer, traditionelles Interieur und sehr gutes Frühstück.
Sehr hilfsbereites Personal!

Cons:

Ein Fahrstuhl würde nicht schaden.

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
Österberg • couple • se
8
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee