Hotel Oostereiland
Hotel Oostereiland
Hotel Oostereiland is a renovated prison building, boasting a unique Markermeer lake-side location. It offers rooms, some set in the former jail cells, with free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms. Featuring the original cell doors, the rooms are cosy decorated from the inside with modern furnishings and a work desk. Each has a private bathroom with free toiletries provided. Guests can enjoy a drink or meal at the restaurants terrace, located on the prison’s courtyard. From Oostereiland Hotel, it’s just 500 metres to the historic centre of Hoorn. The train station, offering connections to Amsterdam, is 1.2 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Caroline
United Kingdom“Interesting location. Sympathetic refurbishment of a former prison.”
Diane United Kingdom“Nice location, town is an attractive old town, hotel was an interesting old prison.”
Anna
Ukraine“Really enjoyed the waterline view also there’s a lift. The room was clean, no smells, fresh bed linen. I also thought breakfast was very good.”
Susan
Australia“Unique conversion from a prison, well facilitated, friendly staff and well located. Free parking provided for guests. Museum and cinema in same building. Breakfast included in tariff.”- Chiara
Germany“Very friendly staff, super location, breakfast was great. Staff very accommodating for our bikes. Many thanks for everything. There is a cinema on site!” - Sheila United Kingdom“I liked the idea of a repurposed building and staying in a prison on holiday …. Unfortunately I was shown an amazing room in ground level with prison doors all the works then told this wasn’t our room …… damn😂😂😂”
Mikael
Sweden“Friendly personell. There was even french water served for our dog during breakfast. Lovely 🫶”
Geraldine United Kingdom“This is just a perfect hotel overlooking the harbour. The rooms are small like cruise ship cabins but very well designed and comfortable. The breakfast and service in the restaurant is excellent.”
Harold
Netherlands“The location is perfect, close to the city centre, nice view from the window. Easy parking.”- Ne Netherlands“the location is great, parking behind the hotel and the owner is the most flexible man in the universerse! great value for money and truly prison cells which our teenage girls loved. Realy an experience”
Hotel surroundings
Facilities of Hotel Oostereiland
Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Movie nightsAdditional charge
- Beach
- BilliardsAdditional charge
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPrivate parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 10 per day.
- Accessible parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Hearing accessible
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
- English
- Dutch
House rulesHotel Oostereiland takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
FAQs about Hotel Oostereiland
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Hotel Oostereiland offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Billiards
- Beach
- Movie nights
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Yes, Hotel Oostereiland is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Guests staying at Hotel Oostereiland can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
- Breakfast to go
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Check-in at Hotel Oostereiland is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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The prices at Hotel Oostereiland may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Hotel Oostereiland is 700 yards from the centre of Hoorn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Hotel Oostereiland include:
- Double
- Family
- Single
- Quadruple
- Twin
