Hotel Gastronomique de Echoput
Indulge in genuine hospitality and world-class service at Hotel Gastronomique de Echoput, nestled in the royal forests of Palace Het Loo, offering luxurious rooms, exceptional dining, and a serene spa area.
Experience genuine hospitality and world-class service at the 5-star Hotel Gastronomique de Echoput. Nestled within the royal forests of Palace Het Loo, this hotel offers 41 luxurious rooms and suites, the Grand Bistro Echo, and the Wild Atelier for a unique gastronomic experience. For years, De Echoput has been recognized for its game cuisine, focus on natural and local ingredients, and exceptional wine pairings.
All luxury accommodations are designed following the principles of architect Frank Lloyd Wright, with most featuring a balcony or veranda that overlooks ancient beech trees. Each private bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower and a bathtub. The hotel also provides several meeting rooms and conference facilities.
Hotel Gastronomique de Echoput features an indoor swimming pool, a small sauna, and a fitness center for your basic workout needs.
For lunch and dinner, the casual-modern Grand Bistro Echo serves both gourmet and informal dishes. Specializing in game, natural cuisine, and perfectly paired wines, De Echoput also offers a terrace and a curated wine collection. Additionally, the hotel houses a cooking and wine school.
Restaurant Het Wild Atelier provides a fine dining experience with a choice of 5- or 7-course menus. Here, game is central, not just as an ingredient, but as a philosophy. Anything that lives freely in the forest, on land, or in water is considered game. The Wild Atelier is led by Master Chef Jonathan Zandbergen.
Guests can also enjoy scenic walks, cycling routes, and wildlife spotting in the hotel’s nearby surroundings. Hotel Gastronomique de Echoput is located 1 km from the Wild Museum Het Aardhuis, 2 km from the Apenheul primate park, and 3 km from the Royal Palace Het Loo. The Kröller-Müller Museum is 9 km away. Bicycles are available for rent at the hotel.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Indoor swimming pool Free!
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Guest reviews· 8.9/10 (502)
Hotel Gastronomique de Echoput consistently receives praise for its tranquil location amidst the woods, offering guests an oasis of calm. Reviewers frequently highlight the high quality of the food and drinks, with the breakfast receiving particular commendation. The staff are repeatedly described as incredibly friendly, polite, and welcoming, contributing significantly to a positive guest experience. The amenities such as the indoor swimming pool, spa and wellness center, and free on-site parking are also noted as valuable additions.
While many guests find the hotel to be a perfect setting for a holiday or a mini-break, there are some contrasting opinions regarding its overall rating and value. A few reviewers suggest the hotel might be "overrated" and "definitely NOT a 5-star hotel," indicating some disparity between guest expectations and the hotel's perceived luxury level. However, these criticisms are balanced by numerous positive remarks about the well-appointed nature of the hotel and the general satisfaction with the experience.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.3
- Staff
- 9.4
- Location
- 9.1
- Comfort
- 9.3
- Value for money
- 8.3
- Wi-Fi
- 9.0
- Breakfast
- 9.7
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centre
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Exceptional breakfast