City Hotel Nieuw Minerva puts you within a 15-minute drive of Duinrell. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A bar/lounge and an electric bike charging station are other highlights.
National Museum of Ethnology - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Leiden University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Corpus - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 28 min drive
Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague) - 29 min drive
De Vink Station - 5 min drive
Leiden Central Station - 11 min walk
Leiden Lammenschans Station - 21 min walk
Free area shuttle
Restaurants
The Grenare - 1 min walk
Eterij & Proeflokaal Het Stadsbrouwhuis - 1 min walk
Waag - 2 min walk
Logica - 1 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min walk
About this property
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva puts you within a 15-minute drive of Duinrell. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A bar/lounge and an electric bike charging station are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
35 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 55 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Uncovered onsite extended parking (EUR 30 per day)
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Offsite
Free area shuttle within 900 meters
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Free local shuttle
What to do
Bicycle tour information
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (323 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Electric bike charging stations
Bike storage
Facilities
6 buildings/towers
Built in 1600
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Banquet hall
Dock
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Nieuw Minerva - This bar serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16 to 20 for adults, and EUR 8 to 20 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12.50 per pet, per night
Parking
Uncovered extended parking costs EUR 30 per day
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 3 stars.
Also known as
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden
City Nieuw Minerva
City Nieuw Minerva Leiden
Nieuw Minerva Hotel
Nieuw Minerva Hotel
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Hotel
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Leiden
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Hotel Leiden
Frequently asked questions
Does City Hotel Nieuw Minerva offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at City Hotel Nieuw Minerva?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 55 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 12.50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at City Hotel Nieuw Minerva?
Yes. Extended parking costs EUR 30 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at City Hotel Nieuw Minerva?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at City Hotel Nieuw Minerva?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino Scheveningen (21-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at City Hotel Nieuw Minerva and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
What's the area around City Hotel Nieuw Minerva like?
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva is located by the river, a short 10-minute walk from Leiden University and 8 minutes' walk from National Museum of Ethnology.
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Reviews
City Hotel Nieuw Minerva Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property is perfectly located with great pubs and restaurants right outside the door. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Bar
Store
Restaurant
Canal
Breakfast
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2025
Good hotel
Great location by the canal and lots of restaurants. Very friendly staff. Reasonable room, comfy bed.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Right on the canal up from the old city but close to train station, too, the hotel is perfectly located. Great vibe to the lobby and pub on site. Nice rooms. And great pubs and restaurants right outside the door.
Martha
Martha, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 9, 2025
The hotel is a little tired but still good value. Located on the water I. The centre of Leiden.
Curtis
Curtis, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 16, 2018
Nice place to stay
Nice place to stay in lovely Leiden. Great staff and will definitely stay here again when on business in the area
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2016
Very comfortable
Business trip but very comfortable, very helpful staff, lovely canalside location close to good restaurants
Gerry
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2016
Knus hotel, klassieke kamer, extreem centraal
Zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel in hotel met leuke klassieke kamer op geweldig centrale locatie.
DC
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2016
Nice hotel with lots of character
Very nice experience of a family owned business in a lovely town.
Verified traveler
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Lovely Leiden
Nice,traditional period hotel, overlooking a canal. 5 adjacent buildings joined together with antique furniture here and there. Friendly, helpful reception, nice breakfast. Super location for wandering around the very attractive university town of Leiden. Only downside is that cars have to be parked 800 metres away in Haagweg public car park. ( expect to pay about €23 overnight).
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2016
Great little Hotel
Super place to stay. Very convenient to everything
Mike
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2017
Prima hotel, met hele mooi ruime kamer en badkamer, zeer centraal gelegen in Leiden.
Greta
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2024
The hotel was very quaint and the staff was very helpful. It was located right along the canal with easy access to restaurants and the Saturday market.
Eileen
Eileen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2015
Zeer vriendelijk personeel.
Ruud
8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2015
Super friendly atmosphere
I had a great stay here and lived the vibe of the place. Staff super friendly and helpful. Super central location and still close to the central station.
Louise D.
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2017
It was perfect!
Verified traveler
8/10 Very good
May 2, 2016
Bon rappoprt qualité prix et hotel tres agréable
Accueil très cordial, chanbre très fonctionnelle (avec une table pour travailler). Hôtel très bien située (calme très proche du centre de Leiden et de la gare (10 min à pied).
Verified traveler
8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2017
very nice stay. close to everything.
very good
Vejrup
Vejrup, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2019
Great location
Great location in the heart of Leiden's student quarter and friendly service. The room is kind of basic but is comfortable enough
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 10, 2018
Minerva
Good service minded staff. Nice and cmean rooms.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2016
Stayed for two nights to visit family. Hotel clean, typical dutch building steep staircases, but nice views from secon floor and very quiet at night as Leiden is relatively car free in the centre.
Hotel has nice old world feel.
j w
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2023
The property is central to many shops and restaurants. My room had a nice view of the canal. All of the staff was very friendly and helpful. Check in and check out were easy. Breakfast option offered.
Nathan
Nathan, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2015
En konferensvistelse
En konferens runt hörnet, så precis vad jag behövde.
Verified traveler
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2014
Loistava sijainti, pienehköt huoneet
Ihan kelvollinen hotelli hyvällä sijainnilla. Huoneet aavistuksen pieniä, mutta siistejä. Aamupalassa pientä toivomisen varaa näin suomalaiseen makuun, sillä pöydästä ei mitään vihreää löytynyt.
Verified traveler
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2017
Very cosy hotel with unique character.
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Continental breakfast very good with amazing freshly baked bread straight from the oven! The hotel is in a very historic building, so the rooms are rather basic, but this is part of the charm in my opinion. Location is excellent, right in heart of historic Leiden with shops and restaurants very close by. Very cosy hotel with unique character.
Nicholas
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2014
Hyvä hotelli!
Mukava persoonallinen hotelli hyvällä sijainnilla. Vanha rakennus, äänieristys voisi aina olla parempi, mutta hotellin tunnelma on loistava. Ystävällinen palvelu. Kahden hengen huoneet tilavia, yhden hengen huoneet hieman pieniä.
Verified traveler
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2020
uper ontvnagst
late night arrival, super vriendelijk geholpen. Nachtportier met een glimlach