10 Best Places to Stay Near Efteling Theme Park with Kids

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If you’re wondering where to stay with the kids near Efteling Theme Park, in the Netherlands, then you’ll be pleased to know there are some great holiday parks within a hour’s drive. In fact, the closest Eurocamp resort is just 10 minutes away so you can be on the park in no time! Choosing a holiday park is a great way to keep accommodation costs low. Plus, you’ll have a lot more child-friendly facilities (like pools, playgrounds, waterslides and entertainment) on offer in comparison to a hotel stay, with self-catering facilities too.

Where are the best places to stay near Efteling theme park with kids?

1. Eurocamp: Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel, North Brabant

If you want to stay as close as possible to Efteling, Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel is a fantastic option that’s just a short 10 minute drive from the theme park entrance! On-site, there’s a brilliant indoor pool with a toddler area, an outdoor splash play zone, waterslides and soft play. The location is gorgeous with sand dunes and forests on your doorstep. For days out, it’s 25 minutes from Beekse Bergen Safari Park and you’ll find Amsterdam just over an hour away. Getting to Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel: 3.5 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – about 40 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel on the Eurocamp website.

2. Eurocamp: Lake Resort Beekse Bergen, Hilvarenbeek

Lake Resort Beekse Bergen is another fabulous Eurocamp holiday option near Efteling – it’s just 20 minutes from the theme park. The resort is also located next door to the incredible Beekse Bergen Safari Park (payable) and Speelland Attraction Park (included), and it boasts an indoor swimming pool with a play area, playgrounds, bike hire and a lake. My children absolutely loved it – read my Lake Resort Beekse Bergen Review. Getting to Lake Resort Beekse Bergen: Just under a 3 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – just 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Lake Resort Beekse Bergen on the Eurocamp website.

3. Landal: Het Vennenbos, Brabant

Just a 45 minute drive from Efteling, you’ll find Landal Het Vennenbos – this holiday park is perfect for kids with a fantastic subtropical swimming paradise with waterslides, a lazy river and a toddler play area. This resort is a great option for year-round getaways with a bowling alley, an indoor play forest and a games room for all-weather fun. Over the warmer months, the kids can enjoy sports, pedalos, bike hire and play areas. For days out, you can reach Toverland and Beekse Bergen Safari Park in 35-45 minutes. Getting to Het Vennenbos: 3 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – 25 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Het Vennenbos on the Landal website.

4. Eurocamp: De Flaasbloem, North Brabant

If you love the great outdoors, De Flaasbloem Eurocamp is a fantastic holiday park that’s located just 30 minutes from Efteling theme park. It’s set around a beautiful swimming lake with a sandy beach and waterslides. There’s also an indoor swimming pool, an adventure playground, soft play, a mini farm and plenty of cycling routes through the nearby forests. Well-located for days out, Speelland Attraction Park and Beekse Bergen Safari Park are also just 30 minutes away – the kids will love it! Getting to De Flaasbloem: 3.5 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – about 40 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out De Flaasbloem on the Eurocamp website.

5. Eurocamp: TerSpegelt Village, North-Brabant

A 45 minute drive from Efteling, TerSpegelt Village Eurocamp is an ideal campsite for families who enjoy an action packed getaway. It has direct lake access for swimming, paddle-boarding and water sports – perfect for older kids and teens. It boasts a fab heated indoor pool with waterslides and splash play, a pump track, indoor and outdoor play areas, dinghy rides, pedalos, a bowling alley, arts & crafts, mini golf and all sorts! For days out, you can reach Beekse Bergen Safari Park and Speelland in 35 minutes. Getting to TerSpegelt: Less than a 3 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out TerSpegelt Village on the Eurocamp website.

6. Center Parcs: De Kempervennen, North Brabant

If you and the kids love a Center Parcs stay – check in at De Kempervennen which is fairly near to Efteling at around a 50 minute drive from the theme park. The pool complex has indoor & outdoor pools, waterslides, rapids, a baby pool, a wave pool and hot tubs. The site also boasts an indoor ski slope, an aqua inflatable, paintballing, paddle-boarding, bowling, soft play, playgrounds and all sorts! (Some activities are chargeable.) For days out, Beekse Bergen Safari Park, Toverland and Speelland are all a 40-45 minute drive away. Getting to Center Parcs De Kempervennen: 3.5 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out De Kempervennen Center Parcs.

7. Eurocamp: Vakantiepark de Bergen, North Brabant

For something a little different (an hour’s drive from Efteling) Vakantiepark De Bergen Eurocamp has lots on offer to keep the kids busy! This holiday park has a large indoor play area and soft play (the kids can have fun whatever the weather!), a swimming lake with a sandy beach and a waterslide, and activities for the older ones like mini-golf and paintballing. If you fancy some days out, De Maasduinen National Park is half an hour away and Toverland is 40 minutes from the resort. Getting to Vakantiepark De Bergen: 4 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – 40 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Vakantiepark De Bergen on the Eurocamp website.

8. Center Parcs: Het Meerdal, Limburg

Around a 50 minute drive from Efteling, Center Parcs Het Meerdal is one of the most popular holiday parks in the Netherlands. This resort is well known for its big Aqua Mundo waterpark complete with slides, rapids, a wave pool and a toddler splash area – perfect for fun even on a rainy day. When the weather’s on your side, you can opt in to paid activities like the outdoor aqua park, boating on the lake, adventure golf, the climbing wall, pony walks and the zip-wire. Plus, it’s just a 10 minute drive from Toverland. Getting to Center Parcs Het Meerdal: 4 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – 25 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Het Meerdal on the Center Parcs website.

9. Landal: Kaatsheuvel, North Brabant

If you’d like to stay as near as possible to Efteling, Landal Kaatsheuvel is less than 10 minutes from the theme park – or hire some bikes and you could cycle with the kids. Nestled on the edge of a National Park, this holiday park gives you the best of both worlds – easy access to Efteling alongside beautiful nature trails and an indoor swimming pool. There’s less on offer than the livelier sites but if you prefer somewhere quiet it’s a good option. It’s also 30 minutes from Beekse Bergen Safari Park. Getting to Landal Kaatsheuvel: 3.5 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airport is Eindhoven – a 40 minute transfer. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Landal Kaatsheuvel on the Landal website.

10. Eurocamp: Duinrell Resort, South Holland

Though it’s an hour and 20 minutes from Efteling, just in case you want a double dose of theme park fun, I thought I’d add in a little about the Duinrell Resort. It’s famous for its on-site theme park and Tiki Pool waterpark with over 20 thrilling waterslides, as well as indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Finn and Lola adored it – check out my Duinrell Review – you get unlimited access to the theme park and there’s an indoor games room. Plus, you can visit gorgeous beaches and Amsterdam. Getting to Duinrell: 3.5 hour drive from Calais / the nearest airports are Rotterdam or Amsterdam – both are no more than 30 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out the Duinrell Resort on the Eurocamp website.

Where is Efteling theme park – how do I get there from the UK?

Efteling theme park is located in the Netherlands – a small country in Northwestern Europe, bordered by Germany and Belgium. Getting to Efteling from the UK is really simple – in fact it’s the perfect destination for a road trip – take the ferry from Dover to Calais (or the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais – though it’s a bit pricier than the ferry) and it’s then just a 3.5 hour drive on a toll free route. 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.

If you’d prefer to fly, Eindhoven Airport is the closest to Efteling – and from there it’s about 40 minutes by car if you’re looking at a transfer or hiring a car. Or make use of public transport and take a train and bus combo (Eindhoven > Tilburg > Efteling), which is fairly straightforward and likely cheaper. You can also fly from Amsterdam Airport though it’s a bit further away from Efteling – about 1 hour 15 minutes by car – but if you’ve got more time or you’re keen to explore Amsterdam this could be a good option. Trains run regularly from Amsterdam to Tilburg or ‘s-Hertogenbosch, and you can catch a bus to Efteling from there.

When’s the best time to visit Efteling?

So you know which holiday parks are near Efteling Theme Park, but when’s the best time to go? The shoulder seasons (April – June or September – October) offer thinner crowds and cheaper flights and accommodation. July and August can get very busy with local and international tourists, and queue times will obviously be impacted. Having said that, if you’re visiting the Netherlands for your summer getaway, don’t panic too much about visiting in the school holidays. Efteling is well-known for having shorter queue times than other popular theme parks like Disneyland Paris. Christmas time at Efteling is also absolutely enchanting but it’s a popular time so book early if you want a wintery visit.

Is the Netherlands worth a visit?

The Netherlands is absolutely worth a visit – it’s a brilliant family-friendly destination and hopefully this article has helped you to find the best place to stay near Efteling theme park with the kids. If you love history, culture, outdoor adventures and child-friendly attractions, you’ll find plenty to keep little ones entertained. The country is very walkable and bike-friendly, making it easy to explore without spending a fortune on transport. The Dutch are also very friendly and generally speak great English, making it an easy place to visit.

The Netherlands is also home to some of the best theme parks, nature parks and interactive museums in Europe, so whether your kids love rollercoasters, animals or science there’s loads to do. Popular attractions include other theme parks like: Duinrell, Walibi Holland, Slagharen and Toverland – whilst the coastline has gorgeous beaches. Beekse Bergen Safari Park is an incredible day out (it’s a must visit!) and you can enjoy a boat ride on the canals of Amsterdam. There are some fabulous days out in the Netherlands – you certainly won’t get bored – so make sure you read the 15 Best Things to Do in the Netherlands with Kids. Have a great trip! 😊