Best Western Hotel Baars

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Best Western
8.1 (1349 reviews)
Smeepoortstraat 52 , Harderwijk , NL
+31 341 412 007

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location near beach/boulevard
Friendly and helpful staff
Clean and well kept rooms (many reports)
Good and varied breakfast
Parking available and bike garage nearby
On-site restaurant / good dining experience
Cons:
Paid or awkward parking (difficult Sunday exit, bird droppings from trees)
Some rooms smelled of smoke or had musty odours
Soft pillows and mattresses; some bed issues
No air conditioning; rooms can be too warm
Shower pressure problems and shower-in-bath complaints
Some furnishings/rooms feel dated
Occasional fridge problems and limited room reallocation when issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Generally reported as clean and well kept, but several guests noted issues (mouldy/musty or smoke odours in some rooms, a fridge problem, and inconsistent airing), lowering the score slightly.
Service
8.5
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and attentive (reception and breakfast staff praised); a few service lapses (unable to relocate guests when rooms were smoky, limited follow-up) prevent a higher score.
Location
9
Very strong: central, close to boulevard/beach and shops, repeatedly called 'top location' and convenient for sightseeing — a clear highlight in reviews.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms are spacious and generally comfortable, but several guests reported issues: very soft pillows, mattresses considered too soft, some rooms feeling dated, no air conditioning and problems with shower pressure or shower-in-bath configurations.
Amenities
7.8
Amenities include parking, a nearby garage for bikes and a jacuzzi; however paid/awkward parking logistics, lack of AC in rooms and occasional fridge problems reduce the score.
Value for Money
7.8
Breakfast and overall offering seen as appropriate for the price by many guests, but dated furnishings, parking charges and some room issues lessen perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast described as good, varied and adequate for most guests; one comment noted it was not very lavish but fair for the price. Restaurant experience mentioned positively by some guests.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall positive stays with multiple guests saying they'd return, thanks to location and friendly staff; a few recurring negatives (room comfort, parking, occasional odours) temper the overall score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:39

Property Description

Historic Charm in Harderwijk
Nestled in the heart of Harderwijk, Best Western Hotel Baars offers a tranquil escape with modern comforts. Cozy Guest Rooms with Complimentary Amenities await, complete with coffee and tea facilities. Indulge in a delightful breakfast buffet at the on-site restaurant before exploring the city. Relax and Unwind in the Café-Brasserie, a perfect spot for a casual meal or evening drinks. Conveniently located, the hotel is a short drive from popular attractions like Dolfinarium and Walibi World. For ultimate relaxation, Sauna & Beauty Resort De Zwaluwhoeve is just a stone's throw away. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Best Western Hotel Baars. Book your stay now and make memories to last a lifetime.

Important information:

Please note that parking is possible based on availability on site.
Extra costs of EUR 12 per 24 hours per car for outside parking or 16 EUR per 24 hours per car for the parking garage are applicable.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1349 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Noelle • family_with_children • nl
8
Pros:

Vriendelijkheid personeel. Ontbijt. Kamer was ruim. Goed bed. Fijne badkamer. Schoon.

Cons:

Airco ging uit zichzelf aan en een paar minuten later uit midden in de nacht.

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • de
5
Für einen Kurzaufenthalt geeignet.
Pros:

Das Zimmer und Bad war in gepflegtem Zustand. Die zentrale Lage Lage des Hotels war für uns entscheidungsrelevant. Das Personal sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Unser Bad hatte Dusche und Badewanne integriert. Die Nutzung war dadurch unbequem. Die Hotelflure sind renovierungsbedürftig und wirken durch bauliche Gegebenheiten wie die einer Jugendherberge und nicht eines 4*-Hotels. Preise für Frühstück und PKW-Stellplatz sind verhältnismäßig hoch. Nächtliche Autoraser waren durch die nicht gedämmten Fenster sehr deutlich zu hören.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Frans • solo_traveller • nl
8
Prima om een paar dagen te verblijven en de omgeving te verkennen.
Pros:

Omdat er een afscheid feest was bleven wij slapen

Cons:

Niets op aan te merken. Wel wat gedateerd

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Karin • family_with_children • nl
9
Pros:

Alles was goed

Cons:

Niets

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
G
Graham • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Clean, central.

Cons:

Shower pressure.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • de
9
Gerne wieder
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal, Hotel im Zentrum, Parkplatz verfügbar

Cons:

Parkplatz kostenpflichtig

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
T
Tonny • couple • be
8
Correct
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Karlijn • solo_traveller • nl
7
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • nl
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • solo_traveller • de
9
Gepflegtes Hotel in der Innenstadt
Pros:

Sauberes und gut ausgestattetes Hotel in der Innenstadt von Harderwijk.
Ich konnte mein Fahrrad über Nacht in einer nahe gelegenen Garage abstellen.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
M
Miro • couple • nl
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
M
Maarten • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
M
Milou • solo_traveller • nl
9
Top locatie!
Pros:

De locatie is top! De kamer was ruim en schoon. Het personeel erg vriendelijk.

Cons:

Uitrijden met parkeren op zondag was lastig. Ik zou vermelden in jullie berichtje dat het voor 11 uur niet mogelijk is uit te rijden vanaf het kerkplein.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Juan Jose • extended_group • es
9
Muy bien
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Jaap • extended_group • nl
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Berger Bianka • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • couple • nl
9
Super
Pros:

Vriendelijk voorkomend personeel, goed ontbijt en comfortabele kamer

Cons:

Niks

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
H
Hylke • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
E
Egon • solo_traveller • nl
6
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Jeannette • extended_group • nl
8
Cons:

Douchen in bad

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee