Experience Utrecht

Our favourites

AS TRUE UTRECHTERS WE KNOW THE CITY LIKE NO OTHER

Experience Utrecht like no other! We're more than happy sharing our local information with you. Ask us where to go shopping, which restaurants to go to (and which not) or how you can get to the top of the highest church tower in the Netherlands, the Dom Tower. Enjoy the unrivalled view of this beautiful city from there.

We'd like to ensure you make the most of your stay in Utrecht, and experience all that this city full of charm has to offer. Wander around the streets and explore those special places. You are sure to be impressed by how beautiful and photogenic this incredible city is. Below you'll find an overview of our favourite places in Utrecht.

SHOP TILL YOU DROP COFFEE PLEASE LET'S LUNCH OUT FOR DINNER

SHOP TILL YOU DROP

Sorry, the ‘9 Streets District’ of Amsterdam, you say? No, the ‘7 Little Streets of Utrecht’ is the real place to be! The Zadelstraat, Lijnmarkt, Lichte Gaard, Vismarkt, Oudkerkhof, Domstraat and the Dom Square are full of fashion boutiques, interior design stores, gift shops, cafes and restaurants.

Is that all? No, Utrecht has lots more to offer when it comes to shopping. Especially the districts just outside of the city centre. Lucky you, as they're within walking distance of Malie Hotel. The Nachtegaalstraat, Burgermeester Reigerstraat and Biltstraat are your way into the city and are full of lovely stores you don’t want to miss out on. These are our favourites!

ZININ!

Zinin opened its doors on the Burgermeester Reigerstraat in 2001. Whether you’re looking for a birthday present, an anniversary gift or a stylish souvenir, the solution is very simple: visit Zinin! This shop is the perfect place for things such as: tableware, glassware, cutlery, cookbooks, candles, jewellery and much more.

Burgermeester Reigerstraat 11 // Zinin!

LEUK! BY CLEO

Leuk! By Cleo. The perfect place for unique clothes which you won't find in mainstream stores. Leuk is always up-to-date with the latest fashion trends from Milan, London and Paris. Visit the vibrant Nachtegaalstraat and let Leuk surprise you!

Nachtegaalstraat 49 B // Leuk! by cleo

COFFEE PLEASE

Coffee is a serious matter! It is a cup of black gold, the most ordered drink in the world. Yes, we’ll share a couple of our favourite coffee bars with you. Good thing, you won't have to go far!

CORNELIS

Cornelis, one of the best coffee hotspots of Utrecht, on a stone's throw distance of the Malie Hotel! Cornelis imports and roasts their own beans. This coffee place knows the origin of their beans and makes sure the coffee farmers get a fair deal for their products.

Maliestraat 16 // Cornelis

LET'S LUNCH

Don’t forget to take good care of yourself whilst exploring Utrecht: take the time to squeeze in a lunch break. For a great lunch in Utrecht, here are some of our favourites. Again close to our hotel!

VLAAMS BROODHUYS

Vlaamsch Broodhuys bakes the way master chefs do; with quality ingredients, culinary passion and years of experience. The sourdough bread that started it all for Vlaamsch Broodhuys is the grand-mère. This ‘mother of all breads’ is still freshly baked in the shop every day. With all kinds of delicious sandwiches Vlaamsch Broodhuys is the perfect location for a tasty lunch.

Nachtegaalstraat 54 // Vlaamsch Broodhuys

VASCOBELO V-BAR

This Vascobelo V-bar is the first in Utrecht. Enjoy life, the Belgian way. Vascobelo serves a great selection of sandwiches and salads, and of course, their award-winning Vascobelo coffee. Vascobelo offers an extensive range of wines and beers which taste even better with a selection of cheeses, charcuterie or other delicacies.

Nachtegaalstraat 52 // Vascobelo V-bar

OUT FOR DINNER

Do you feel like you’ve seen it all? There is no better way to finish off your day then going out for a lovely dinner. Utrecht is full of great restaurants, many of them are just around the corner from our hotel. With so much to choose from we’ve listed some of our favourites.

GOESTING

An Oasis in the city. Goesting serves honest home-made food and believes in true hospitality. The chefs work with the finest sustainable products on the market, preferably close to home. Enjoy the carefully selected wines, organic beers from Utrecht, and a selection of organic soda's

Veeartsenijpad 150 // Goesting

CERVECERIA BOULEVARD

Cerveceria Boulevard is the perfect place to enjoy good drinks and lovely spanish dishes in a warm and Basque atmosphere. The Spanish chefs make delicious bocadillos, fine pinxtos, different kinds of cheeses. Cerveceria Boulevard offers a wide selection of beers, wines by the glass and other nice drinks!

Burgemeester Reigerstraat 45 // Cerveceria Boulevard

DE RECHTBANK

Let’s not forget about our very own restaurant which absolutely deserves to be included among our favourites. De Rechtbank is a perfect place to enjoy lunch and dinner. Tip: our famous risotto featuring Grana Padano, prepared at your table!

Korte Nieuwstraat 14// De Rechtbank

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