Hotel Halbert, a charming hotel in Groningen
When you walk down Oude Boteringestraat in Groningen, you’re surrounded by the city’s rich history. Here, among the oldest and best-preserved buildings, lies Hotel Halbert, a boutique hotel with a story to tell. This unique building was discovered in the 19th century by Professor Tjalling Joostes Halbertsma, whose adventurous spirit can still be felt throughout the hotel and the city. Our hotel is the ideal base from which to explore the city, whether you’re here for culture, a relaxing weekend, or a business meeting.
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Our Rooms
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![Standard hotel room at Hotel Halbert Groningen with a box spring bed, a green accent wall, and natural daylight]()
Standard Room
Each standard room has its own color and character—compact yet with an eye for detail. In about 15m², you’ll find everything you need to completely unwind. Sink into the spacious double bed, make yourself a cup of coffee or tea, and take your time before heading out. Need to get some work done? The modern workspace is ready and waiting for you.
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![Comfortable hotel room at Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring a box spring, orange curtains, and a rounded headboard arch]()
Comfort Room
For those who want a little more space, the Comfort Room is a great choice. With about 20m² and its own unique style and color scheme, each room feels like a place to take a breather. The king-size bed invites you to truly unwind, and the more spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower rounds out your stay. Make yourself a cup of coffee or tea and relax, or head out early. All of Groningen’s highlights are right at your fingertips!
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![Family Room at Hotel Halbert Groningen with a bunk bed, a single bed, and a light, warm interior]()
Family Room
A family room at Hotel Halbert has plenty of space for everyone. With about 29 square meters, a sitting area, a king-size bed, and a bunk bed, there’s more than enough room to enjoy your stay together. For the little ones, the bunk bed is an adventure in itself; for parents, it’s a moment of peace. And outside, Groningen awaits a city that has just as much to offer children as it does adults.
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![Suite Hotel Halbert Groningen, featuring a double bed, a sitting area, and warm, neutral decor]()
Suite
In the suite, you can feel the history of the building. The authentic details tell their own story, and the view of Oude Boteringestraat completes the picture. There’s plenty of space to unwind: a plush king-size bed, a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea to help you wake up gently, and a comfortable bathroom with a double shower. A stay that gives you the time to truly get away from it all.
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![Grand Suite Hotel Halbert Groningen, with pink velvet sofas, tall windows, and lush greenery]()
Grand Suite
In the Grande Suite, the most spacious room at Hotel Halbert, there’s plenty of room to truly unwind. The authentic details, interwoven with modern design, give the room a warm atmosphere. Sink into the king-size bed, take your time in the freestanding bathtub, or curl up in the separate sitting area with a fresh cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of bubbly. A stay in Groningen you’ll remember for a long time to come.
20% off
Summer in Groningen
Are you planning a getaway this summer, or are friends and family coming to visit? Groningen is (in our opinion) the best choice for a summer city trip. Use the code GRONINGENZOMER to book your room at a 20% discount.
Settle down on a cozy terrace, take a stroll through the Noorderplantsoen, cool off at the city beach, and unwind in one of the rooms at Hotel Halbert.
*This discount is valid for reservations made between Friday, July 4, and Sunday, August 30, for a minimum stay of two nights. Please note: this rate does not include breakfast and is non-refundable. Group bookings are excluded from this promotion.
In the heart of Groningen, right on your doorstep
43 Oude Boteringestraat, 9712 GN Groningen
Are you coming by car?
We don't have our own parking spaces, but Q-Park Ossenmarkt is just 300 meters from Hotel Halbert. Reserve a parking spot at a discounted rate (€18 instead of €26).
Are you coming by public transportation?
The Groningen train station is just a 15-minute walk from Hotel Halbert.
Food and Drink
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![De Kas event venue at Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring reveling guests, tropical greenery, and atmospheric pendant lights in a glass-enclosed garden room]()
De Kas
De Kas is the place where people come together at any time of day. Whether it’s a good cup of coffee, a drink, or simply spending time with the people you love. New faces, old friends, or a business meeting: there’s a place for everyone here. The atmosphere is warm, and the door is always open. Are you staying with us? Then your day starts here with a fresh breakfast.
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![The Lounge at Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring an intimate table, candlelight, and warm batik wall hangings]()
The Lounge
The Lounge is the calm heart of Hotel Halbert. During the day, it’s a great place to focus on work or unwind with a good cup of coffee. In the morning, the breakfast buffet is served here. The warm, intimate atmosphere makes the Lounge just as suitable for a quiet workspace as it is for a cozy drink or a special dinner with friends, prepared by Restaurant Blumé.
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![A set table in the courtyard garden of 't Tuintje Hotel Halbert in Groningen, surrounded by lush ivy and a canopy of green foliage]()
't Tuintje
Tucked away behind the hotel is 't Tuintje: a lush courtyard garden where bunches of grapes hang overhead and the atmosphere instantly puts you at ease. It’s the perfect place to unwind with a drink, host a summer get-together, or organize an event that people will remember for a long time to come. Restaurant Blumé regularly hosts pop-ups here, where the BBQ takes center stage.
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![10:12 Interior of Restaurant Blumé in Groningen, featuring set tables, herringbone parquet flooring, and warm red tones]()
Restaurant Blumé
Restaurant Blumé is located in the heart of Hotel Halbert and is a place where you can truly take your time for each other, for the meal, and for the moment. The kitchen uses local and seasonal ingredients and combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. The result is refined, surprising, and always prepared with care.
Meetings in Groningen
Hotel Halbert is the place where business meetings become more than just a meeting. Located in the heart of Groningen, in a building full of character, we offer spaces that invite you to truly come together. To think, discuss, and make decisions, while focusing on the people at the table.
From an intimate meeting in De Bibliotheek to a presentation or team-building event in De Boteringezaal, complete with a private breakout room where you can take a breather. And afterwards, join us for lunch, dinner, or drinks inside the Lounge or Kas, or outside in 't Tuintje.
Our meeting rooms
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![The Boteringezaal meeting room at Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring a long conference table, a presentation screen, and a vintage rug]()
De Boteringezaal
De Boteringezaal is the ideal venue for your meeting, brainstorming session, or gathering in the heart of Groningen. With a capacity of 60 people in theater-style seating and an adjacent breakout room, this venue offers everything you need.
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![The Library meeting room at Hotel Halbert Groningen, featuring a conference table, rug, and bookshelf, with natural daylight]()
De Bibliotheek
A modern, stylish meeting room at the rear of Hotel Halbert, perfect for a small, focused session. De Bibliotheek can accommodate up to 8 people in a square layout.
Our Story
As soon as you step onto the Oude Boteringestraat in Groningen, you can feel the city’s rich history. This is where Professor Tjalling Joostes Halbertsma lived, a professor who shared his passion for art, culture, and ancient Greece with students from both the Netherlands and abroad. His jovial and welcoming nature made him beloved, not only at the university but also on the street where he lived.
Halbertsma added a splash of color to the streetscape with his rosy cheeks and blond curls. He enjoyed traveling and meeting new people, but always returned to his city, his family, and his home at the Oude Boteringestraat. There, he found inspiration in nature and in spending time with friends and loved ones.
In 1900, the house underwent a major renovation, with his grandson laying the cornerstone. The building evolved into a place where old and new come together and where Halbertsma’s stories remain noticeable. In 2023, the building was thoroughly renovated and reopened as Hotel Halbert, honoring its heritage while looking toward the future.
Today, at Hotel Halbert, you’ll experience the same warmth and inspiration that Halbertsma embodied. Whether you’re relaxing in the Kas, gazing up at the historic facade, or simply enjoying the hospitality, this is where stories, encounters, and the best of Groningen come together.
Hotel Halbert. Your meeting place
BY GARDE HOTELS
Garde Hotels is a unique collection of hotels and restaurants, each with its own story to tell. What unites us is a shared philosophy: creating meaningful moments and giving true value to time.
Do you have a question?
Find the answer here!
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Hotel Halbert is located in the heart of Groningen, at 43 Oude Boteringestraat. From here, you can easily walk to the most beautiful spots the city has to offer, from the historic canals to the liveliest streets and restaurants.
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Hotel Halbert is a stylish 66-room hotel located in a unique building with a rich history. Once the home of Professor Tjalling Joostes Halbertsma, it is now a place where modern comfort and historic character come together.
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Hotel Halbert offers five types of rooms: a Standard Room (15 m²), a Comfort Room (20 m²), a Family Room (29 m²), a Suite, and a Grande Suite. Each room has its own unique style and color, with an eye for detail and comfort.
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Yes, every morning a fresh breakfast buffet is served in the Lounge. It’s a great way to start the day, in a place that really feels like it.
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Restaurant Blumé, Garde Hotels fine dining restaurant, is located next to Hotel Halbert.
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Certainly. Hotel Halbert has two meeting rooms: De Bibliotheek, suitable for small meetings of up to 8 people, and De Boteringezaal, suitable for larger groups of up to 60 people. Both rooms are equipped with modern facilities and can be combined with the hotel’s other spaces.
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Yes, from an intimate dinner to a larger event. The Lounge, The Kas, and 't Tuintje each offer their own unique atmosphere and can be flexibly arranged. Please contact us to discuss the options.
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Hotel Halbert is centrally located in downtown Groningen, within walking distance of the Central Station. The hotel is easily accessible by car via the A28 and A7.
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Hotel Halbert does not have its own parking spaces. The Q-park Ossenmarkt is located just 100 meters from the hotel and offers discounted rates for online reservations (€18 instead of €26). The Boterdiep parking garage, 450 meters away, is also a good option, with a rate of €15 for 24 hours.
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You can easily make a reservation through the Hotel Halbert website. Do you have a specific request or question? The team is also available by phone or email and would be happy to assist you personally.