Hotel Grandcafe De Doelen

Hotels
8.3 (768 reviews)
Breedeplaats 6 , Franeker , nl

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Central location
Cons:
Noise disturbances
Limited parking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Overall cleanliness was appreciated, with guests noting clean rooms and shared spaces.
Service
8.91
Numerous reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful staff throughout the stay.
Location
8.45
Customers enjoyed the central location in Franeker, close to various attractions.
Room Quality
7.9
Rooms were described as comfortable but some found them a bit small.
Amenities
7.93
Basic amenities were available, but parking was mentioned as a downside.
Value for Money
8.39
Guests felt the price was in line with the quality and service provided.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Food quality received positive comments, especially for breakfast and local dishes.
Overall Experience
8.41
Guests generally had a pleasant experience despite some noise issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 20:34

Property Description

Spacious Rooms with Modern Amenities

Hotel Grandcafe De Doelen, located in the heart of the historical city centre of Franeker, offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, desks, and minibars.

Delicious Dining Options

Guests can indulge in daily breakfast at the breakfast area and savor regional and French cuisine at Grandcafe De Doelen. Packed lunches are also available for a surcharge.

Convenient Location for Sightseeing

Explore nearby attractions such as the Royal Eise Eisinga Planetarium and Museum Martena, both within walking distance. Dive into the history of 'kaatsen' at the Kaatsmuseum just a minute away. Plus, easily rent bikes at the hotel for further exploration.

Book now for a memorable stay at Hotel Grandcafe De Doelen!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for € 17.50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 1.10 per hour.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 768 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.41
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

The room is cozy, the food is gorgeous

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Great Staff, friendly and accommodating. Modern and clean rooms. Lovely breakfast and dinner menu. Great location in the centre of town.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Sil • couple • nl
10
Toplocatie, mooie ruime kamer, heerlijk ontbijt en veel te doen in de omgeving
Pros:

Fijne locatie in het historische centrum. Ruime kamer. Goed ontbijt en goed restaurant voor lunch en diner. Leuke uitvalsbasis naar harlingen, leeuwarden, waddeneilanden en andere leuke plaatsen.

Cons:

Geen minpunten

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Margo • couple • nl
9
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Renske • couple • nl
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • extended_group • be
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Hetty • couple • nl
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anita • extended_group • nl
10
geweldig
Pros:

Het ontbijt was super.!!Heel veel,we konden de lunch daarna overslaan

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Per Bjarne • solo_traveller • no
8
Sentralt hotel i en hyggelig by.
Pros:

Meget sentral beliggenhet. Godt spisested og flere spisesteder i nærområdet.
Eisinga Planetarium i kort avstand fra overnattingsstedet.
Franeker var en meget trivelig by.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Jürgen • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Zentrale Lage und trotzdem ruhig

Cons:

Die Eingangstor schlug sehr laut zu, was im ganzen Haus zu hören war

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Ricardo • solo_traveller • nl
10
supergoed hotel en restaurant
Pros:

Het hotel ligt heel centraal tegenover de mooie Martinikerk. Personeel was jong en supervriendelijk en professioneel. ‘s Avonds had ik de Friese stoofpot; echt een aanrader. Ook het ontbijt was zeer uitgebreid. Kamers waren netjes en rustig. Een heel goed verblijf!

Cons:

Niets. Als je in Franeker wil verblijven is dit de plek waar je moet zijn.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Uwe • extended_group • de
9
Cons:

Zimmer bei Ankunft nicht geheizt.

2025-12-31 • via Nuitee
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Wijnand • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Kerk naast hotel, knus maar aanwezig elk half uur

Cons:

Bedden waren iets te klein

2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Jochum • couple • nl
8
Gastvrij verblijf in een mooi hotel
Pros:

Mooie centrale ligging

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Fabiana • couple • nl
9
Pros:

Heerlijk hotel in Franeker. UITSTEKENDE ontbijtvoor,ieningen.

Cons:

Helemaal niks

2025-12-24 • via Nuitee
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Erica • couple • nl
8
Prettig verblijf gehad en alles was aanwezig en goed verzorgd.
Pros:

Ligging; goed hygiëne; vriendelijk personeel.

Cons:

Weinig ruimte in de badkamer

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Jaap • solo_traveller • nl
8
2025-12-11 • via Nuitee
• extended_group • nl
9
2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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R • couple • nl
9
Heerlijke overnachting in de Doelen
Pros:

Mooie locatie
Vriendelijkheid.
Voortreffelijk ontbijt

Cons:

Niks

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
B
Bouwman • extended_group • nl
8
2025-12-06 • via Nuitee