Eurocamp Holiday Review: Duinrell, Holland, The Netherlands

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If you’re looking for a fun family holiday to The Netherlands on a budget – this Eurocamp Holiday Review is all about Duinrell Resort in Wassenaar, South Holland. I’ve included our experiences, details about the Eurocamp accommodation, photos from its very own theme park, details about the waterpark, driving time from Calais, the closest airport and everything else that you need to know about this fun resort! We always try to travel on a small budget, so if you’re looking to explore the UK and Europe with the kids (in an affordable way!) then have a browse around my blog for loads of money saving tips and budget family holiday reviews. And if you have any recommendations, please let me know – you can follow our travels on Instagram too!

Holiday: September 2023 (Updated July 2024)

Duinrell Resort Review

In September 2023, we took our annual road trip – this time we stayed in Paris for a few days to visit Disneyland, then travelled to The Netherlands (booked through Eurocamp) to split the rest of the holiday between Lake Resort Beekse Bergen and the infamous Duinrell Resort. It was a very active holiday, and we arrived home shattered, but the kids absolutely loved it! So here’s my review of this fantastic Eurocamp holiday in the Netherlands at the super fun Duinrell Resort.

What was the Duinrell Resort and theme park like?

The Duinrell Resort is part of a theme park so it’s a huge site, with a waterpark and outdoor pool too, and loads to do. The rides are completely free, included with your stay, and it was just a short wander from our accommodation to the fun part! There were tamer rides, like these water bumper cars and the toboggan run (which my two loved so much that they went on it continuously for hours!), as well as thrill-seeker rollercoaster rides! There’s a real mix of attractions at Duinrell, making it a great place for children and adults of all ages. If you’re looking for a holiday that will entertain the kids then this is definitely a great option!

We found The Netherlands extremely child-friendly and a brilliant location for a family holiday. It was handy to be able to come and go as we pleased, and easily head back to the holiday home for lunch and a rest before we went back again too. Visiting out of season, it wasn’t very busy (there were a few school trips around with younger kids) so there were very short queues and the kids were able to go on what they wanted easily and over and over again! It’s not on the scale of places like Disneyland or Efteling, but it’s a good theme park with a range of rides to suit everyone.

The play area was brilliant too – and the site has relaxed vibe. They even have fairground bits like Dodgems – there was a lot on offer to keep the kids entertained. And, with it all included in the price, they can enjoy their favourite attractions as many times as they like. Our only niggle was that the rides closed at either 4pm or 5pm each day, and there didn’t seem to be any other entertainment on offer in the evenings. I don’t know if this is standard, or because we visited out of school holiday times, but it seemed like a pretty early closure time and cut the days quite short.

What was the Duinrell Resort Tiki waterpark like?

The indoor Tiki waterpark and swimming pool at the Duinrell Resort was absolutely amazing – it had something crazy like 15 waterslides, including a drain one, dingy rides, flumes and an extreme slide where the floor comes out from underneath you! There was also a slide area for younger children, a jacuzzi and a main swimming pool. (I couldn’t photograph the pool from inside but the big, covered flumes in the pic below are the ones for the indoor pool.) Being out of season, the pool area was practically empty when we visited, but I imagine it would be very busy and popular at peak times. Unfortunately, the waterpark is not included in the cost of the Eurocamp trip, but you are given half price entry codes on arrival – making it €10pp. This is for a 2 hour slot, plus 30 mins changing time.

We thought that the waterpark was great value for money – given how much was on offer at the pool it was definitely worth the additional cost – so make sure that you visit the waterpark at least once during your stay! But it was annoying to have to leave the pool after two hours (the kids could have happily stayed at so much longer!) when there was hardly anyone using it. The outside swimming pool wasn’t on the scale of the indoor waterpark but it had a few slides, and was cheaper at €5pp for four hours. The weather had cooled down by the time we got to the Duinrell Resort so we didn’t use the outside pool but it would be great for a hot day. (Something to note: The pool slots need to be booked in advance via a link on the voucher, and can be done so the day before.)

Local Area: What is there to do near Duinrell Resort?

We only had a few days at the Duinrell Resort, which we thought was the perfect amount of time for what was on offer at the resort. Because we didn’t have long, we didn’t explore the local area but we have been told that there are some beautiful beaches a short drive away – perfect if you’re visiting over the summer months. There’s also…

Beekse Bergen Safari Park

It’s about a 90 minute drive from Eurocamp’s Lake Resort Beekse Bergen – which we loved – but even if you don’t stay there I would highly recommend a day at Beekse Bergen Safari Park, which is just such an amazing place to visit and without a doubt the best zoo that we’ve ever visited. Beekse Bergen Zoo has a walking safari, a driving safari and a boat safari. It’s all set up to feel tropical, and honestly you couldn’t feel further away from The Netherlands! There are absolutely loads of different species there and it’s on a totally different level from the zoos that we’ve visited in the UK.

We split our time in The Netherlands between the Duinrell Resort and Lake Resort Beekse Bergen so – not only did we benefit from free entry to the Duinrell Theme Park – our stay at the Beekse Bergen Resort included free entry to the Beekse Bergen Safari Park and Speelland Attraction Park too. If you can stay for a few days at each resort then I’d highly recommend it – with all of the attractions included it’s insanely good value for money and so much fun for the kids!

City adventures

From Duinrell Resort you can also visit Rotterdam, which is around 40 minutes away. And, Amsterdam is an easy motorway drive – around 45 minutes drive away. We hired bikes to cycle around the city (everyone cycles in the Netherlands!) – though it’s not a massive place and there aren’t lots of particular sights to see, it has a nice vibe. Filled with bridges and canals it’s a pretty place, and home to Anne Frank’s hide-out house, which we were keen to visit. For more info, check out my article: How to spend a day in Amsterdam on a budget with kids.

Efteling Theme Park

For even more thrill-seeking fun, Efteling Theme Park is about an hour and 15 minutes away from the Duinrell Resort by car. The Netherland’s largest theme park, it’s dubbed to be their Disneyland. It has excellent reviews and great reputation, so if one theme park isn’t enough then you can always explore there too – or make it a multi-stay holiday and have a night there as well. We didn’t venture to Efteling, having done Disneyland and the Duinrell Resort in one trip, but it may be something that you want to add to your list of days out if the kids love rollercoasters! There are also LOADS of other fabulous family-friendly days out, so find out which other places to visit during your stay here: The Netherlands family holiday itinerary – the 10 best things to do with kids!

Was the accommodation good?

We booked our accommodation through Eurocamp but the resort has lots of their own lodges too. We booked an Azure Lounge holiday home (known as Comfort Plus / Premium from 2024) – the only difference from a standard Azure really being the comfy outside seating area. This mobile home seemed very new and it was all clean and lovely inside – it was very quiet too considering that we were at a theme park! The staff were all really helpful and friendly, and when we arrived at the site at 11.30am our accommodation was already ready so the lady at Eurocamp reception had someone bring the key so that we could get in straight away. The opening times for the shop etc were stuck on the fridge which was very handy.

The only annoying thing about our accommodation was that although it had a dishwasher (bonus!) it was in the spot that the oven would usually be! They replaced this with a microwave / combi oven but it was too small to cook a whole family meal. We got around this by using the hob instead, but it was a bit inconvenient given that we always self-cater to keep costs down. Though, other than that, we really liked this holiday home! Our accommodation had 3 bedrooms (sleeping 6 people in total), the beds were really comfy and the blackout blinds were brilliant – so much easier than putting bin bags up at the windows! 😂 (And, I feel like I must add that to make the electricity work you’ll need to put your key into a plug-type area by the door – they forgot to tell us – so just a heads up!)

For more info on the accommodation options, and to find out what to pack / what’s included, read my post: Eurocamp Holidays: Which accommodation should I choose? What’s included?

What facilities are on site at the Duinrell Resort?

The shop on-site was large and well stocked but it was pretty expensive for most things – though the fresh baguettes were reasonably priced for a cheap lunch. Luckily, there was an Aldi just a 6 minute drive away from the site, so we avoided the on-site prices and did a full shop there which was priced similarly to our usual shopping back home.
We were able to park directly in front of the holiday home that we stayed in, making it easy to load and unload the car of luggage and food shopping.
Most Eurocamp accommodation doesn’t come with a TV – it’s only included with their higher ranges – so it’s handy to take a tablet or laptop with you with some movies for when you want a quiet evening if it’s not included with your holiday home type.
All of the Eurocamp reps we met on our trip were friendly, helpful and spoke (or were) English. We didn’t eat in the restaurant, but we did get chips from the take-away area. We found the food huts in the theme park pretty reasonably priced and we were so impressed to get Mr Whippy ice creams for €1.50 which is cheaper than at home!
TIP: You need ID cards at the site (though no-one ever actually asked for ours) so pre-print passport size photos for these as they’ll staple them to the passes, and it’ll save you paying to have the photos done on-site.

Getting to the Netherlands from the UK

Honestly, driving to The Netherlands has got to be the easiest road trip that we’ve done so far. The Duinrell Resort is only 3.5 hour drive from Calais, on a toll free route, so it couldn’t be more simple. And, if you get the ferry from Dover to Calais, it should only cost you around £100 for a return (booked through Eurocamp) which is likely to be a lot cheaper than the cost of flights for the whole family – so it’s a good option for a budget family holiday. You can also take the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais – though it’s a bit pricier than the ferry it only takes 30 minutes. Or, if you live further up the country, you can also take a ferry from Harwich directly to the Hook of Holland port in the Netherlands. You might want to check out the Direct Ferries website to compare prices across routes and providers.

If you’re opting for a road trip, check out my article: Family road trip essentials: 13 things to pack on a road trip with kids to make sure that you have everything you need for stress free travel before you set off. And, if you’re new to road trips, this article is a great place to start: How to road trip on a budget around Europe – the ultimate family guide!

But, if you’d prefer to fly, the nearest airport is Rotterdam airport which is just 22.5km away – making for a short and easy transfer from the airport via public transport. Or fly into Amsterdam Airport – the transfer is still only 30 minutes and there may be more flights available from the budget airlines. Use the Skyscanner website to find the cheapest flight prices – it’ll compare airlines, airports, dates and times for you without you having to do all of the leg work! And, after transfers, this holiday would definitely be doable without a car, if you’d prefer not to incur rental costs. So, if you’re looking for a holiday with lots to do, The Netherlands is a great place to visit. Check out the Sun Transfers website to see prices for airport transfers, or Expedia is a great place to start if you plan to hire a car.

How much does a Eurocamp holiday at Duinrell Resort cost – was it good value for money?

Hopefully my review was helpful – our 3 night stay in the Netherlands at the Duinrell Resort at the beginning of September in a Eurocamp Azure Lounge holiday home (now known as Comfort Plus / Premium for 2024) was just under £200. We thought this getaway was incredible value for money given that the theme park entry is included – those type of days out on their own can be close to that price without any accommodation! This resort was so much fun, the kids really enjoyed it and it kept them well occupied. I think 3 days here was the perfect amount of time to enjoy what’s on offer without it becoming too repetitive. (Even though the kids would have been happy to stay for a week! 😂)

Having said that, in hindsight, we could have done with a bit more time to visit the beaches too – so if you’re heading off-site too, or having a day trip to Amsterdam, then 5-7 days would be better. The Duinrell Resort is an excellent option for a family holiday – and the Netherlands is a lovely place – I’d highly recommend a visit if you get the chance, particularly as it’s so close to the UK; check out my article: 10 reasons why you should visit the Netherlands with kids if you still need convincing. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Duinrell Resort on the Eurocamp website.

As we home-educate the kids, we are fortunate to be able travel term-time which is a great money saver, but if you’re restricted to school holiday dates then look for May half-term getaways – they’re always so much cheaper than the summer holidays! But, having said that, affordable school summer holiday travel is possible – I went hunting on the Eurocamp website and found 50 family holidays under £1k for August 2026 – with prices starting from less than £300! (There were more but I ran out of steam! 😂) For more Eurocamp holiday options in the Netherlands, you might also want to check out: Netherlands with Kids: Which Eurocamp resorts are near Efteling Theme Park? or The 6 best family-friendly Eurocamp holiday parks in the Netherlands. Happy holidays! 😍