In the heart of Binnenstad-West, The Happy Traveler offers a warm welcome with a bar and conference space. Unwind in the lobby with coffee and tea, explore nearby attractions on rented bikes or enjoy WiFi throughout your stay.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (10)
Housekeeping (on request)
Breakfast available
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Conference space
Meeting room
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Bike rental
Feel at home (6)
Stovetop
Private bathroom
Television
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator
Free toiletries
The current price is $101
$101
$119 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Room options
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Single room
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Stovetop
Oven
Electric kettle
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Located near a train station, The Happy Traveler is a great choice for a stay in Groningen. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
Dutch, English, German
At a glance
Hotel size
56 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Thursday - Saturday (7:30 AM - midnight) and Sunday - Wednesday (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Offsite 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
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space (323 square feet)
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (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. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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 17.50 per person
Children & extra beds
Cribs/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)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 67775543
Also known as
University Hotel Groningen
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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
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?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Happy Traveler?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gouden Leeuw Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Happy Traveler and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
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.
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The Happy Traveler Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
That is happy for all travelers
Very unique display and furniture! We really enjoyed our stay. Of course, comfortable stay due to clean room.
Seiji
Seiji, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Very nice and stylish Hotel
Amin
Amin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Very nice hotel and perfect location
Adriana
Adriana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Very nice accomodation, not luxurious, but clean and sufficient. Great neighborhood!
Jan-Willem
Jan-Willem, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2024
Great Value
I'll definitely stay there if I go to Groningen again. Very good value, great location. Very comfortable
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2024
Hotel with character.
Lovely small hotel. Smack dead in the city centre. Wonderfully styled with friendly staff. Rooms are a bit small
Rob
Rob, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
One of our favorite hotels. It has the friendliness of a hostel, but was designed like a hotel. The decor alone is worth the visit.
Hilary
Hilary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2024
A really nice place!
Alessia
Alessia, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2023
Nice room, friendly staff, great breakfast.... and location location location
Lotte
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2023
Loved our stay
It was in a great location. The staff was very friendly and the room was super clean.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2024
Great location and nice staff. Rooms are unique and clean.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2023
Friendly staff, clean room, nice atmosphere
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2022
Great place to stay.
Great location in the center of the city. The staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Danni Carlo
Danni Carlo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
So cool - love it
Excellent hotel! Very charming and situated in a very nice area. Room had fridge, espresso machine, water boiler, tea, ironing board and so on. Roof bar and reception bar are super nice. Love it!
Geir
Geir, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
So cool - love it
Excellent hotel! Very charming and situated in a very nice area. Room had fridge, espresso machine, water boiler, tea, ironing board and so on. Roof bar and reception bar are super nice. Love it!
Geir
Geir, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2023
A lovely city hotel in the centre of Groningen. Excellent staff that are very helpful, e.g. for complex dietary wishes and other support.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2023
Assen Motogp
Really friendly and helpful staff.
Great area..
Rooms really good.
Great roof top bar.
MARK
MARK, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2023
Two thumbs up!
Had a great weekend at The Happy Traveler!
Cool and comfortable rooms. Very helpful and nice staf!
Kim Robert Haugerud
Kim Robert Haugerud, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 26, 2023
Nearly perfect
Silverware in the room (1 bedroom apartment) was not clean, with grease from previous meals visible on most of it. Otherwise very good, great location, and nice room.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2023
A wonderful place with amazing staff. I was already expecting a lot of noise in the inner yard and it was ok except that they started moving metal furniture and stuff outdoors etc. after 1am making extra noise which was completely unnecessary. I do not mind loud people outside but this was just not needed. Overall I enjoyed my stay a lot in this lovely hotel.
Otto
Otto, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 31, 2023
Not as good as it could be
A interesting place. Funky.
But, our room had no wash basin. The hallway was also very noisy, the oitside was noisy too.
Our mattresses were also not good enough.
etienne ruurd
etienne ruurd, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2025
Cooles Hotel mitten im Stadtzentrum, aber...
Sehr cooles Hotel MITTEN im Stadtzentrum mit sehr, sehr freundlichen und zuvorkommenden Mitarbeitenden.
Leider funktionierten die Heizungen in der Nacht nicht, sodass es - gepaart mit leider undichten Balkontüren - nachts EXTREM kalt wurde.
Auf Anfrage gab uns die Rezeption dankenswerterweise ein mobiles Heizgerät.
Fazit: Im Sommer jederzeit gerne wieder, im Winter leider ein NoGo.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Torgrim
Torgrim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
Oğlumuz üniversitede okuduğu için mezuniyet töreninde kalmıştık okula çok yakın olması bizim tercih sebebimiz oldu çok da mutluyduk bir beş yıldız beklentiniz olmasın ancak konumu temizliği personelin güler yüzü bence yeterli