Biesland Travel Guide
Maastricht
Popular places to visit
Vrijthof
Visit Maastricht’s largest square to discover ancient churches and stylish houses overlooking an enticing array of cafés and restaurants.
Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Market during your trip to Maastricht. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basilica of Our Lady
Visit a statue that is said to have performed miracles and see a chamber full of ancient treasures at this stunning Romanesque church.
Bonnefanten Museum
Browse a superb collection of contemporary art, and some old masterpieces too, in this iconic museum of groundbreaking design.
St. Servaas Church
Visit the crypt where the 4th-century remains of St. Servaas are buried and see the treasures that lie within this fine Romanesque church.
Dominicanenkerk
This former church built in the 13th-century has been called the most beautiful bookstore in the world. View its stone vaulted ceilings and otherworldly light to understand why.
Top hotels in Biesland
Amrâth Grand Hotel de l'Empereur
Larger rooms than most European hotel rooms. Staff were very helpful. Breakfast buffet had lots of choices.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Van der Valk Sélys Liège Hotel & Spa
Wonderful hotel, lots of high quality amenities. We had two-rooms unit, but very little furniture. As a result we had to live off the suitcases for 4 nights of stay. It wasn't comfortable, plus the look of open suitcases didn't do much for the atmosphere in the unit.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Garner Hotel Maastricht by IHG
We chose the hotel for proximity to the MECC. Great location, parking isn't included in the price. The lobby was very pleasant and had plenty of seating. The rooms are very dated and need a makeover. TV was very small and only had a couple of channels working. We tried to get some food in the evening ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Aachen
Dit was ons tweede verblijf hier. De kamers zijn proper met een goede douche. Gratis minibar wordt dagelijks aangevuld Ideale ligging voor de kerstmarkt. Bovenverdiep voor lekker ontbijt is mooi en met een mooi uitzicht.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Novotel Aachen City
Overall very good, but Breakfast was very basic for the price.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Van der Valk Hotel Liège Congrès
Spacious, responsive and nice staff, would stay again
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Biesland
Kommel Quarter
Visitors to Kommel Quarter appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Vrijthof and Dominicanenkerk might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Jeker Quarter
Unique features of Jeker Quarter include the coffee shops and river views. Make a stop by Natural History Museum or Helpoort while you're exploring the area.
Villapark
While Villapark may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bonnefanten Museum and Maastricht Underground.
Binnenstad
Unique features of Binnenstad include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Vrijthof or Dominicanenkerk while you're exploring the area.
Sint Pieter
You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Sint Pieter. You might want to make time for a stop at St. Pietersberg Caves or Mount Saint Peter.
Staten Quarter
Shopping, historical sites and bars are some highlights of Staten Quarter. You might stop by Market or Dominicanenkerk while you're in the area.
