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Binnenhof

The Binnenhof, is a complex of buildings in The Hague. It has been the location of meetings of the Staten-Generaal, the Dutch parliament, since 1446, and has been the centre of Dutch politics for many centuries.

 

The Hague's Binnenhof from the Hofvijver.The grounds on which the Binnenhof now stands were purchased by Count Floris IV of Holland in 1229, where he built his mansion, next to the little lake that has been called Hofvijver or 'Court Pond' since the 13th century. More buildings were constructed around the court, several of which are well known in their own right, such as the Ridderzaal (Great hall; literally Knight's Hall), where the queen holds her annual speech at Prinsjesdag. One of the towers, simply known as het Torentje ('the Little Tower'; directly next to the Mauritshuis museum) has been the office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands since 1982.

This 'Inner Court' is studded with monumental old buildings testifying of eight centuries of governing in the Low Countries, but it also has several ample open spaces, all freely open to the public. A gilt neogothic fountain adorns the main square and one of the few Dutch equestrian statues (of King William II) guards the main Stadtholder's Gate, that dates from around 1600.

A large modern building at the south side of the Binnenhof since 1992 houses the House of Representatives, the lower but more important of the Dutch democratically elected Houses of parliament.

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Hilton The Hague

Located in the historic city centre and embassy quarter of The Hague, next to Panorama Mesdag and 450 m from Noordeinde Palace, the luxurious 5-star Hilton The Hague offers free WiFi access in public areas and complimentary access to the 24-hour gym. Other sights such as Mauritshuis, Vredespaleis and high-end shopping at the end of the Lange Voorhout are within 1 km.

Set in the former head office of Dutch Post, the hotel features spacious guest rooms and suites. Each contemporary decorated room has a work space, flat-screen TV with a variety of pay-per-view channels. The bathroom is fitted with a separate bath and shower and free toiletries are provided.

Some rooms have access to the executive lounge which features private check in/out, WiFi access and a terrace.

At the hotel's Bar SPARK guests can enjoy a Dutch beer or a signature cocktail, while Restaurant Pearl serves French cuisine with a local touch. Meet with friends in the lobby or enjoy the grill or international finger food and bites at SPARK's terrace at the waterside.

Other facilities at Hilton The Hague are e.g. bike rental.

The Hague Central Station is located at a distance of 2 km and offers connections to Rotterdam, The Hague Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and the city centre of Amsterdam. The tram that departs from Mauritskade, at 270 m from the hotel, takes you to the beach of Scheveningen.

The Hague City Centre is a great choice for travellers interested in culture, food and shopping.

Stay in the real heart of the city - this is our guests' favourite part of The Hague, according to independent reviews.

Hilton The Hague

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