Hotel Drachten

Located in the heart of Friesland is Van der Valk Hotel Drachten. Situated between Leeuwarden, Groningen, and the nature reserve De Alde Feanen. The city center of Drachten is a 10-minute drive away by car. This makes the hotel the perfect base for exploring Drachten and its surroundings.

Discover the capital of Smallingerland

Looking at the number of inhabitants, Drachten is the second largest city in Friesland after Leeuwarden. This means that there is plenty to experience. Whether you are looking for culture, history, or just want to spend a day shopping, you can find it all here. If you enjoy exploring the area by bike, make sure not to miss the largest bike bridge in the North of the Netherlands, De Slinger, which is 240 meters long.

European Capital of Culture 2018

Would you like to see more of the province Friesland? Leeuwarden, the capital of the province and the Cultural Capital of Europe 2018, is definitely worth a visit. Additionally, the city is also the starting and finishing point of the Elfstedentocht. For the complete Frisian experience, you can visit the recently reopened and renovated Fries Museum here.

Luxury & Comfort at Van der Valk Hotel Drachten

At Van der Valk Hotel Drachten, you can stay in a spacious and luxurious hotel room, suite, or apartment equipped with all the necessary amenities. You are welcome to join us for lunch and/or dinner in our brasserie and restaurant. At the hotel. On the à la carte menu, you will find a wide range of dishes. In addition, we take into account the youngest guests, allergies, and dietary requirements. When the weather is nice, you can also enjoy sitting on the terrace.

Successful evening out at the bowling alley

Enjoy a game of bowling at Bowling and Party Center Drachten, located in the same building as Van der Valk Hotel Drachten. The center features 10 bowling lanes including the newest scoring system in Europe. The music, matching video clips, and funny images during bowling make your outing complete.