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Our Meeting Facilities
Meetings are best held in a place that inspires. At Hotel Halbert, you’ll find De Bibliotheek and De Boteringezaal, two spaces that are ideal for gatherings of any size. De Bibliotheek offers an intimate setting for smaller sessions, while De Boteringezaal provides more space for presentations, training sessions, or strategy days. High ceilings, plenty of natural light, and a setting full of character create an environment where concentration and creativity go hand in hand. A separate room is always available for breakout sessions between meetings.
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![The Boteringezaal meeting room at Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring a U-shaped layout, a presentation screen, and ambient lighting]()
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 bookshelf, a conference table, and natural light]()
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.
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At Garde Hotels, you can host your business event in one location right in the heart of Groningen. From meetings in De Bibliotheek or De Boteringezaal to overnight stays and dining within walking distance: everything comes together here, with the attention to detail and character you’ve come to expect from us.
GARDE HOTELS · WHERE TIME BECOMES AN ASSETBusiness Travel Accommodations
Garde Hotels features a collection of two unique boutique hotels in the heart of Groningen, each with its own story and character. Hotel Corps de Garde and Hotel Halbert are just a stone’s throw from each other and together offer a prestigious, professional setting for your business meetings. Choose a stay right in the heart of Groningen, within walking distance of the train station and downtown. Characteristic rooms with all the peace and attention you need, so you can start your next meeting well-rested.
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![A Comfort Room at Hotel Corps de Garde, located on the corner of Oude Boteringestraat in Groningen, featuring a historic facade and a city street on a sunny day.]()
Hotel Corps de Garde | A unique place to stay right where Groningen begins
Hotel Corps de Garde is a distinctive boutique hotel located in the heart of Groningen. The building, constructed in 1634, originally served as a guardhouse for soldiers and city watchmen, and has never lost its unique character since.
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Hotel Halbert | A Stay Full of Character on Oude Boteringestraat in Groningen
Hotel Halbert welcomes you to Oude Boteringestraat, one of the most beautiful streets in Groningen, where the city’s history is noticeable at every corner.
Our Restaurants
Restaurant Blumé, Souterrain 1634, and Het Wachthuis are three culinary destinations in the heart of Groningen, each with its own character and story. What they share is their approach to cooking and hospitality. Under the leadership of Henrice Dijks, respect for the rhythm of nature, an eye for detail, and a genuine love for the craft are central to their philosophy.
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![At Restaurant Blumé in Groningen, the chef pours green sauce over a vegetable dish, served in a ceramic bowl with white wine and candlelight]()
Restaurant Blumé. A fine dining experience in the heart of Groningen
Restaurant Blumé is a culinary destination in the heart of Groningen, where fine dining feels accessible and welcoming. It’s a place to slow down, savor the moment, and truly experience it.
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![Guest and chef at the table at Souterrain 1634 in Groningen, featuring vegetable dishes and warm, atmospheric lighting]()
Souterrain 1634. A restaurant in the center of Groningen especifically for flexitarians
Souterrain 1634 is a unique vegetable-focused restaurant located in the historic souterrain of Hotel Corps de Garde in Groningen. It is an intimate, charming spot where vegetables take center stage.
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![A dish featuring rolls, ham, and a poached egg served at Het Wachthuis, the brasserie at Hotel Corps de Garde in Groningen]()
Het Wachthuis. Breakfast, lunch, and drinks in downtown Groningen
The Wachthuis is the perfect spot for an informal business meeting during the day. At Hotel Corps de Garde, we serve breakfast and lunch here—simple and unpretentious, with just that touch of character that makes a conversation flow a little more easily. It’s ideal for a business breakfast before your meetings or a quick lunch between appointments.
Celebrate a special moment
From an intimate private dinner to a festive wedding, at Garde Hotels we create the perfect setting for your special moment. Whether in the historic basement of Hotel Corps de Garde, the charming courtyard garden of Hotel Halbert, or one of our other unique venues, we make sure every detail is just right. Tell us what you’re celebrating, and we’ll turn it into a memory that will last a lifetime.
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![The courtyard garden at 't Tuintje Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring a set table beneath a canopy of greenery in an intimate outdoor setting]()
De Binnentuuin | Hotel Halbert
The Courtyard Garden at Hotel Halbert is a unique indoor and outdoor venue in the heart of Groningen, perfect for drinks, an informal dinner, or a special gathering.
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![Interior of the Souterrain 1634 at the Hotel Corps de Garde in Groningen, featuring red tones, a stone wall, and atmospheric candlelightInterior of the Souterrain 1634 at the Hotel Corps de Garde in Groningen, featuring red tones, a stone wall, and atmospheric candlelight]()
Het Souterrain | Hotel Corps de Garde
The Souterrain at Hotel Corps de Garde is an intimate and charming event venue. It’s the perfect spot for a private dinner, cocktail party, baby shower, or anniversary celebration, a place you’ll never forget.
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![The Kas event venue at Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring guests, lush greenery, and atmospheric pendant lights in a glass-enclosed garden room]()
De Kas | Hotel Halbert
De Kas is the charming indoor and outdoor venue at Hotel Halbert on Oude Boteringestraat in Groningen, perfect for drinks, a casual dinner, or a special gathering.
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![Interior of the Het Wachthuis brasserie at Hotel Corps de Garde in Groningen, featuring dark blue walls, a high ceiling, and warm lighting]()
Het Wachthuis | Hotel Corps de Garde
Het Wachthuis is the place at Hotel Corps de Garde where you can start your day off right, take a break for lunch, or wind down with a drink in the heart of Groningen.
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![The Lounge Restaurant at Blumé Hotel Halbert in Groningen, featuring an intimate table, candlelight, and warm batik wall hangings]()
Restaurant Blumé
Restaurant Blumé is a wonderful place to celebrate your special occasion. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or business dinner, here you can enjoy a gourmet experience together that will make the evening unforgettable.
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Tell us about your needs, whether it’s a meeting, an overnight stay, or a business dinner. We’ll work with you to plan the details and will contact you as soon as possible to discuss the options.