Bitter en Zoet

Veenhuizen hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Thu 4 Dec
Sat 6 Dec
December 2025
January 2026
Located in the heart of it all, Bitter en Zoet offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a charming garden. Savor international cuisine at Restaurant Bitter en Zoet, relax in the sauna or unwind at the bar. Previous guests have praised the restaurant.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
  • Cots available
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Sauna
  • Room service
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cots/infant beds available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
£115
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

Showing 4 of 4 rooms
Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, towels
Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Cots/infant beds
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, towels
Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Very good

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 Single Beds
View from room
In-room dining
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (2 persons) | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Private kitchen

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 Single Beds
View from room
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (4 persons) | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (4 persons) | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (4 persons) | Desk, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (4 persons)

Exceptional

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 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Hospitaallaan 16, Veenhuizen, 9341AH

What's nearby

  • National Prison Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • TT Circuit Assen - 20 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Grote Markt - 38 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen - 45 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Attractiepark Slagharen - 56 min drive - 78.0 km

Getting around

  • Groningen (GRQ-Eelde) - 27 min drive
  • Assen Station - 24 min drive
  • Beilen Station - 29 min drive
  • Groningen Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪trambaan 8 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Drink En Spijslokaal "Stationsplein 2 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Eetcafé Het Bruin Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Maallust - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cafetaria Succes - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Bitter en Zoet

Enjoy your visit to Veenhuizen with a stay at Bitter en Zoet. Guests can enjoy international cuisine at Restaurant Bitter en Zoet, which serves lunch and dinner, and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Bike tour information
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 4 meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire
  • Electric bike charging stations

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Bike parking
  • Sauna
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Cot/infant bed available
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Restaurant Bitter en Zoet – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 45.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12.50 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

Also known as

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

Does Bitter en Zoet offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bitter en Zoet does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bitter en Zoet?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 12.50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Bitter en Zoet?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bitter en Zoet?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Bitter en Zoet and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as a sauna, a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Bitter en Zoet?

Yes, Restaurant Bitter en Zoet offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Bitter en Zoet like?

Bitter en Zoet is located a short 4-minute walk from National Prison Museum.

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Bitter en Zoet Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

The place is so special and unique. Beautiful area and great food
ronen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our first visit to assen

Our stay was amazing. Would totally recommend this hotel. We will be back to stay here.
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
gary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Milos, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
frank, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Michelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything ok
Rosalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Appartement, in rustige omgeving, prima
Ineke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vriendelijk personeel net hotel bijzonder goed restaurant en een mooie omgeving
Paul van, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fijn hotel
Rudolf, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fijn hotel!

Heel fijn hotel!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fijn hotel!

Fijne kamer, fantastisch restaurant. Fijne verrassing!
Berendina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vriendelijk en behulpzame medewerkers. En het restaurant was prima!
Tjitske, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Hans, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Johan van, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ras
Bruno, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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!!
Roy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

supergroot appartement

Supergroot appartement met vide (80m2) Keuken, keukentafel en zithoek Leuke originele verwijzingen naar de hospitaal oorsprong
N H, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Jeroen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Marith, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

heerlijk rustig en het eten erg goed Mooie omgeving.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

interessantes Ambiente

außergewöhnlicher Umbau eines ehemaligen Krankenhauses
Frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Better than my expectation

We stayed only one night and continued with our next destination the following day. We could easily have stayed another day at this place. It’s far away from noise and busy traffic. The room we had was spacious, well planned and very clean. Much better in reality compared to pictures on the internet. I would suggest that while you are there, try to eat at the restaurant. We had dinner when we arrived late. The personal are very accomodating and helpful. Dinner and dessert was very good. I could easily come back here for a weekend trip or recommend this place to others.
Theresa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Een beschamende vertoning.

Ondanks dat we met onze twee kinderen in het hotel verbleven, waren we in het restaurant niet welkom. Weggesnauwd worden door het onwillge en ongastvrije team van obers is wellicht passend in een gevangenenkamp zoals voordien in dit complex. Dit bezoek aan Restaurant Bitter en Zoet in Veenhuizen is ons zuur vergaan en had bijna ons weekend verknoeid. Gelukkig zijn in de regio ook uitstekende restaurants met wel een gastvriendelijke ontvangst en willige bediening.
August, 1-night trip