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Bitter en Zoet

3.5 star property
Hotel in Veenhuizen with free breakfast and sauna

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Lobby
Lobby
Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Explore the area

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Hospitaallaan 16, Veenhuizen, 9341AH
  • Place, National Prison Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Drents Museum
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, TT Circuit Assen
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Groningen (GRQ-Eelde)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Cots/infant beds
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Cots/infant beds
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Wardrobe
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room dining

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (2 persons)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (4 persons)

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (4 persons)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Veenhuizen

At Bitter en Zoet, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from National Prison Museum and 15.7 km (9.7 mi) from National Park Drents-Friese Wold. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Restaurant Bitter en Zoet, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a sauna. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Veenhuizen hotel you'll find TT Circuit Assen.

What's nearby

  • National Prison Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Park Drents-Friese Wold - 16 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Drents Museum - 22 min drive - 20.8 km
  • TT Circuit Assen - 22 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Grote Markt - 41 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪trambaan 8 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Eetcafé Het Bruin Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Drink En Spijslokaal "Stationsplein 2 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pand1880 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maallust - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Bitter en Zoet

Hotel in Veenhuizen with free breakfast and sauna
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A sauna, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Bitter en Zoet. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Veenhuizen hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bitter en Zoet offers 21 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Cots/infant beds and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

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

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 45.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

National rating

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.

Property is also known as

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Bitter Zoet Hotel Veenhuizen
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Bitter en Zoet Hotel Veenhuizen
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bitter en Zoet?

Bitter en Zoet offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bitter en Zoet on 5 Nov 2025 start from AU$220.22, including 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.

Is parking available at Bitter en Zoet?

Yep, Bitter en Zoet has a free self car park.

Does Bitter en Zoet serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental breakfast is offered daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bitter en Zoet?

No, Bitter en Zoet does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bitter en Zoet?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Bitter en Zoet?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bitter en Zoet?

Dogs are welcome at Bitter en Zoet, with food and water bowls on offer.

Reviews

Bitter en Zoet Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

gary, west hollywood

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

8/10 Good

Milos

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

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

ronen

Travelled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Kai Egil

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

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

Diamond in the rough

A diamond in the rough, out in the middle of no where. Superb service and food. We found what we needed. The little town has a history of having several prisons, dating way back. Incredible history to be found. Unfortunately non of it in English, only dutch. You have to read up about it on line. Super accommodating staff. Helpful and friendly. We enjoyed long bicycle rides, exploring the country country sid.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Milena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

8/10 Good

Rudolf

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fijn hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business 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

10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

frank

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fijn hotel!

Heel fijn hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berendina

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

Fijn hotel!

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

10/10 Excellent

Trea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tjitske

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

10/10 Excellent

Ineke

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

8/10 Good

Boris

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rosalie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023