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The Happy Traveler

3.0 star property
City centre Groningen hotel with bar/lounge

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The Happy Traveler

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Comfort Room, Balcony
Front of property
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 16.50 per person)
Courtyard view
Front of property

Overview of The Happy Traveler

9.2 out of 10 Superb
9.2/10 Superb

Property highlights

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
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Kleine Kromme Elleboog 5, Groningen, 9712 BS
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bike hire
Feel at home
  • Stovetop
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Economy Room (nrk)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Comfort Room, Balcony

  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Apartment, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Apartment, 1 Queen Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grand Room

Grand Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio

Deluxe Studio

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment with bunk bed | Living area

Family Apartment with bunk bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (nrk)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (nrk)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room (nrk)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Economy Double Room (Budget (nrk))

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom (nrk)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Binnenstad-West

Getting around

  • Groningen (GRQ-Eelde) - 25 min drive
  • Groningen Station - 13 min walk
  • Groningen Europapark Station - 15 min drive
  • Groningen Noord Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • Croissanterie Pigalle - 2 min walk
  • Gustatio - 7 min walk
  • Restaurant Voilà - 10 min walk
  • Cho Fah Eathai - 7 min walk
  • Tai Jasmine - 10 min walk
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About this property

The Happy Traveler

Located near a train station, The Happy Traveler is a great choice for a stay in Groningen. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily.

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property

Safety measures

Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 56 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until 9:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open Thursday - Saturday (7:30 AM - midnight) and Sunday - Wednesday (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM)
  • Guests will receive lockbox information
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Off-site parking within 984 ft (EUR 24 per day)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (323 square feet)

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Stovetop
  • Oven

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 5 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16.50 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 24 per day (984 ft away)

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guest room doors are sealed after cleaning.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Guests are provided with hand sanitiser and cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
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.

Also known as

University Hotel Groningen
University Hotel
The Happy Traveler Hotel
The Happy Traveler Groningen
Guesthouse/bar the Happy Traveler
The Happy Traveler Hotel Groningen
The Happy Traveler Guesthouse Groningen
The Happy Traveller Guesthouse Groningen

Frequently asked questions

Does The Happy Traveler offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Happy Traveler 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Happy Traveler?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property and guests are provided with hand sanitiser. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at The Happy Traveler?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Happy Traveler?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at The Happy Traveler?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gouden Leeuw Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around The Happy Traveler like?
The Happy Traveler is in Binnenstad-West, a short 1-minute walk from University of Groningen and 4 minutes' walk from Vismarkt.

Reviews

9.2

Superb

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

P.L., 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Koji, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gro Mari, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Assen Motogp
Really friendly and helpful staff. Great area.. Rooms really good. Great roof top bar.
MARK, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

John Olav Ørnes, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Eva, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gregory, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Morten Bak, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Sven, 2-night trip
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