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Bitter en Zoet

3.5 star property
This peaceful retreat offers local flavors and well-deserved downtime, balancing convenience with tranquility.

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Centrally located Bitter en Zoet welcomes visitors with continental breakfast in its charming garden. The on-site restaurant offers praised international cuisine. After exploring, relax in the sauna or enjoy a drink at the bar.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is ฿3,676
฿4,582 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a blue door, and a patterned wallpaper.

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a staircase, a dining area, and a kitchen.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (2 persons)

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two beds, each with a bedside lamp. There is a window with a view of the outside, and a coat rack with hangers.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (4 persons)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Veenhuizen is home to Bitter en Zoet. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kampsheide and National Park Drents-Friese Wold, while National Prison Museum and Drents Museum are cultural highlights. Doolhofpark and Labyrint are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Veenhuizen travel guide
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Hospitaallaan 16, Veenhuizen, 9341AH

What's nearby

  • A stadium wall with the text "ROAD TO GLORY" and a logo.
    TT Circuit Assen
    27 min drive - 26.1 km
  • A Ferris wheel, a tall clock tower, and a carnival with rides.
    Grote Markt
    45 min drive - 37.5 km
  • National Prison Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Groningen
    44 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen
    52 min drive - 74.9 km

Getting around

  • Assen Station
    24 min drive
  • Groningen (GRQ-Eelde)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bakkerij van Esch
    16 min drive
  • Maallust
    19 min walk
  • Bospaviljoen De Dwaler & Doolhofpark
    19 min drive
  • trambaan 8
    12 min drive
  • Bospaviljoen de Norgerberg
    11 min drive

About this property

Bitter en Zoet

  • Property highlights
  • Consider a stay at Bitter en Zoet and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Bitter en Zoet, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike hire, an electric car charging station and 4 meeting rooms
    • Bike tour information, luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Bitter en Zoet include amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries
    • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Bitter en Zoet

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renewable energy used
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12.50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 45.0 per day.
Cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.75 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 45.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 3 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bitter en Zoet pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 12.50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Bitter en Zoet?

As of 7 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bitter en Zoet on 11 Aug 2026 start from ฿3,676, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bitter en Zoet?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bitter en Zoet?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Bitter en Zoet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bitter en Zoet located?

Situated in Veenhuizen, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from National Prison Museum and within 12 miles (20 km) of Holthuizen Golf and Doolhofpark. National Park Drents-Friese Wold and Labyrint are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bitter en Zoet Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my new favorite hotel in the Netherlands. The staff is very warm and welcoming, my room was ENORMOUS, the setting is a rural village and the hotel is a 19th century hospital conversion. High ceilings and classic architecture. Biggest bonus was a forest walking trail behind the hotel. This place was ideal for me and my dog! Will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice environment and easy to visit if you like quiet. The Kolonie van weldadigheid, is an interesting part of history. Besides this not much to see. Breakfast is basic, but okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ronen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is so special and unique. Beautiful area and great food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our first visit to assen

Our stay was amazing. Would totally recommend this hotel. We will be back to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and green

Super peaceful, rural location. Looks great for biking and hiking, though for us was just an overnight stop. Unusual conversion of a hospital into hotel. Interesting architecture, amazing LARGE windows. Very friendly and helpful service. No restaurants particularly nearby but nice to eat at the hotel and great breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ineke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appartement, in rustige omgeving, prima
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Milos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Altijd leuk en gezellig. Mooi kamers, heerlijk terras, lekker ontbijt. In een mooie en bijzondere omgeving Veenhuizen.
Mooi hotel in Veenhuizen
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super lekker ontbijt. Niet te uitgebreid maar de juiste keuzes en lekker vers (en biologisch dikwijls). Trap kraakt wel een beetje richting de kamers maar kan ook niet anders in deze huizen maar super netjes. Ook ruime parkeerplaats voorzien.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vriendelijk personeel net hotel bijzonder goed restaurant en een mooie omgeving
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rudolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fijn hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hartelijk welkom in een prachtige omgeving

Hotel in een historische omgeving (Unesco erfgoed): prachtig! Hotelkamer in een gerenoveerde dienstwoning. Een heel hartelijk welkom. Eigenlijk niet gericht op zakelijke gasten (ontbijt normaal pas om 8 uur bijvoorbeeld), maar er was veel mogelijk. Het ontbijt bijvoorbeeld werd op verzoek vervroegd naar 7.15 uur. Heel fijn (verstelbaar) bed, ruime kamer, goede douche, goede spiegels en verlichting, voldoende stopcontacten en voldoende comfort terwijl de historische kenmerken onaangetast blijven. Bureau op de kamer dat groot genoeg is om aan te werken. Geen koelkast op de kamer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fijn hotel!

Heel fijn hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Berendina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fijn hotel!

Fijne kamer, fantastisch restaurant. Fijne verrassing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tjitske

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vriendelijk en behulpzame medewerkers. En het restaurant was prima!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hier voel, beleef je de innerlijke rust

Een culturele sportief verblijf voor enkele dagen! Fantastisch wandelgebied met veel routes en fietsroutes van verschillende afstanden. Je maakt letterlijk onderdeel uit van de geschiedenis waar het hotel ook haar plaats in had als dokters woning. De keuken met eerlijke gerechten ui de Tuinen van Weldadigheid zijn heerlijk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Johan van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in een rustige, landelijke omgeving, uitstekend ontbijt, prima parkeergelegenheid, vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel, en een zeer goed restaurant. De trap naar onze kamer was erg steil met smalle treden. Geen koelkast is een minnetje.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ras
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Roy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Restaurant erg goed, hotel gedateerd/niet schoon!

Hotel is wat gedateerd en onze kamer was niet erg schoon, veel (dode)vliegen en rukte erg muf, leek erop of er de kamer langere tijd niet gebruikt was. Moest zelf dode vliegen uit het raam blazen. Restaurant deel niet hip maar eten erg goed!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

N H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

supergroot appartement

Supergroot appartement met vide (80m2) Keuken, keukentafel en zithoek Leuke originele verwijzingen naar de hospitaal oorsprong
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeroen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ruim appartement, eens wat anders, De keuze in de keuken was wat beperkt, maar gezien de huidige situatie begrijpelijk. Vond de hele omgeving wel rustgevend maar ook wat creepy. Zeker ook gezien de geschiedenis van deze omgeving.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vriendelijk & erg behulpzaam

Wij verbleven in Bitter &zoet omdat ik een operatie had in de naast gelegen hernia kliniek. Het personeel was super vriendelijk en erg behulpzaam. Ze waren op de hoogte van mijn operatie en hielpen met alles goed mee. Het eten was heerlijk!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
heerlijk rustig en het eten erg goed Mooie omgeving.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

interessantes Ambiente

außergewöhnlicher Umbau eines ehemaligen Krankenhauses
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018