The Hague Netherlands
International City with Coastal Calm
The Hague blends political gravitas, seaside ease, and historic charm. It is home to many international institutions and offers a refined yet relaxed setting for conferences, with excellent transport links and rich cultural experiences.
What You Can Do Around The Hague
- Binnenhof & the Mauritshuis: Visit historic parliament buildings and see Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring.”
- Scheveningen Beach & Promenade: Unwind by the sea with fresh air, ocean views, and coastal cafés.
- Peace & Justice District: Explore the ICC and institutions, offering insight into global governance and law.
- Modern Districts & Dining: Enjoy vibrant neighborhoods like the Brouwersgracht, with trendy restaurants and design stores.
- Day Trips to Delft or Rotterdam: Short train rides offer charming Dutch towns or bold architecture and innovation hubs.
Summary
For conference attendees, The Hague offers world-class venues, international atmosphere, and scenic seaside surroundings - making it a unique destination where business, culture, and calm connect.
The Mauritshuis museum is home to Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and Rembrandt’s The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp in an intimate 17th-century mansion - one of the finest small art museums in Europe. The Binnenhof (the working parliament buildings) can be viewed from the outside and on guided tours. The Peace Palace (Vredespaleis) is the seat of the International Court of Justice and visible from the street. Scheveningen, the North Sea beach town 5 km from the center, is worth visiting for the pier and fresh herring from street stalls. Delft and Rotterdam are both under 30 minutes by train for excellent day trips.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is the nearest major hub, about 60 km north. Intercity trains connect Schiphol to Den Haag Centraal in about 50 minutes (direct) or 35 minutes to Den Haag HS station. Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) has limited European service and is 15 km east with bus connections.
The Hague has an excellent HTM tram network covering the city center, the government district, and the beach at Scheveningen. The area around the Binnenhof, Centrum, and the Peace Palace is walkable. Cycling is practical on the flat terrain. National rail connects The Hague to Amsterdam in 50 minutes and Rotterdam in 25 minutes.
Late spring (May-June) and summer (July-August) are the best for outdoor activities and the Scheveningen beach. The Dutch climate is temperate and changeable year-round; spring tulip season (April-May) is a draw for the whole Netherlands region. Winters are mild but grey and wet.
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The Hague splits in a way that matters more than it does in most cities. The World Forum and the embassies sit in the International Zone in the north-west, a green, quiet district of parkland and institutions. The historic centre, with the Binnenhof, the Mauritshuis and the restaurants, is a good half hour away on foot and about ten minutes by tram. Staying in the International Zone means walking to a conference at the World Forum and eating at your hotel most nights; staying in the centre means a tram each morning and somewhere to go in the evening. Scheveningen, on the North Sea, is a third option and is actually closer to the World Forum than the old centre is. Rates are lower than Amsterdam and the city rarely sells out, but a large conference at the World Forum will take most of the rooms near it, so book that cluster early if you want it.
Our picks in The Hague
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Court Garden Hotel
Laan van Meerdervoort 96, 2517 AR Den Haag, Netherlands
Eco-certified three-star a couple of hundred metres from the Peace Palace, roughly midway between the World Forum and the old centre, with...
Hilton The Hague
Zeestraat 35, The Hague, Netherlands
A 5-star hotel near the historic city centre and Mauritskade, Hilton The Hague offers 195 rooms and suites with modern amenities. Best...
Novotel Den Haag World Forum
Johan de Wittlaan 42-44, 2517 JR Den Haag, Netherlands
Located on top of the World Forum convention centre between the city centre and the beach, this 4-star hotel suits families and...
Stayokay Hostel Den Haag
Scheepmakersstraat 27, 2515 VA Den Haag, Netherlands
This modern hostel near Hollands Spoor railway station and the World Forum offers dorms and private rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Best suited...
The Hague Marriott Hotel
Johan De Wittlaan 30, The Hague, Netherlands
This 4-star hotel is adjacent to the World Forum and close to Scheveningen beach. Best suited for business travellers attending conferences, families...
Will & Tate City Stay
Prinsengracht 51, 2512 EX Den Haag, Netherlands
Two-star hostel in a historic building near The Hague’s canals, with dorms and private rooms and a lively atmosphere. Best suited for...
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