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The Happy Traveler

3.0 star property
Travelers blend relaxation and adventure at this Binnenstad-West retreat, where bike rentals enable local exploration and the lobby offers a cozy coffee respite.

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The Happy Traveler in Binnenstad-West offers convenience and comfort with an on-site bar, conference space, and complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby. Guests can rent bikes to explore nearby attractions and stay connected with WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥14,426
￥19,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30

Room options

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King Room with Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

King Room with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Double Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Family Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Large Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Large Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Deluxe Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Single room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Royal Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Royal Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Economy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Binnenstad, a neighborhood in Groningen, The Happy Traveler is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Town Hall and Martinikerk are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Prinsenhof Gardens and Hortus Haren. Noordelijk Scheepvaartmuseum and Northern Maritime Museum and Niemeijer Tobacco Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Groningen travel guide
Map
9712 BS, Groningen, Kleine Kromme Elleboog 5

What's nearby

  • Diamond wheels and tower!
    Grote Markt
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beautiful Groninger Museum, a must see!
    Groninger Museum
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Groningen
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Vismarkt
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Prinsenhof Gardens
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Groningen Station
    13 min walk
  • Groningen (GRQ-Eelde)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Croissanterie Pigalle
    2 min walk
  • Broodje van Eigen Deeg
    4 min walk
  • Salsa Shop
    3 min walk
  • Wereldburgers
    3 min walk
  • The Dog's Bollocks
    3 min walk

About this property

The Happy Traveler

Hotel located in Binnenstad
The Happy Traveler provides amenities like 2 bars and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and 1 meeting room
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, ovens, and stovetops

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.65 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 5 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17.50 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 24 per day (984 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 67775543

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is 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

Is The Happy Traveler pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Happy Traveler?

As of Mar 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Happy Traveler on Mar 29, 2026 start from ￥14,426, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Happy Traveler?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Happy Traveler?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Happy Traveler located?

Located in Binnenstad, this hotel is steps from University of Groningen, Institute for Art & Architecture, and Universiteitsmuseum. Grote Markt and Vismarkt are also within 5 minutes. Groningen Station is 13 minutes by foot and Groningen North Station is 19 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Happy Traveler Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 195 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very lovely experience staying here, and would definitely stay again. The staff were so warm and welcoming, the hotel itself is cute & quirky, and oh so very clean! Also, you cannot beat the location!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect clean, quiet, quirky, super breakfasts
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tycho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place, good rooms

Nice place in a good location for food and bars
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very comfortable and cozy Thank u
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool hotel, the bar includes airplane seats and our view of the rooftop it was pretty cool to watch the sunrise over the city
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our stay

It was in a great location. The staff was very friendly and the room was super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Very nice and cozy place in the heart of the city. Spacious rooms, amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, nice atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seiji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

That is happy for all travelers

Very unique display and furniture! We really enjoyed our stay. Of course, comfortable stay due to clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flemming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Cosy boutique hotel

Nice cosy location in Groningen city center. Perfect with option blinding windows for total dark room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice staff. Rooms are unique and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value

I'll definitely stay there if I go to Groningen again. Very good value, great location. Very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A lovely city hotel in the centre of Groningen. Excellent staff that are very helpful, e.g. for complex dietary wishes and other support.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shui Fun Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is big and has a big balcony. Love the design of the hotel and room. Staff are very nice and helpful. They use Rituals for shower and shampoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel with character.

Lovely small hotel. Smack dead in the city centre. Wonderfully styled with friendly staff. Rooms are a bit small
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
If you want to go to sleep before 1am don’t stay here. The bar by the same name but operated by others keeps the music loud until midnight or 1am then you can listen to them clean up and put all the bottles away. Otherwise a nice clean hotel, know before you go!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jasleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room we had was really nice, but a bit cramped. The patio was nice to relax on. Having the kitchen was nice to do some actual cooking for ourselves instead of having to eat out. The bathroom was quite small and dim (which was the only major downside) - and the mirror/light was rotated 90 degrees from what it should have been. Having a clothes washer to use was nice as well, but some instructions would have been nice since we weren't Dutch and are used to a different style
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

dave

Liked: Cleanliness
The good - I had a great price for a room with a balcony (the balcony was awesome). All but 1 of the wait staff were excellent. Location was perfect. The not so good. Breakfast, cheese old, bread loaf (yesterday's bread), coffee machine for breakfast - also not so good, paying a pretty good price for not so great food. Also the roof top deck that was raved about wasn't open for the two days I was there - no reason, just not open. I'd give it 3.6 stars - for me is a pretty good rating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Otto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narmeen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean the staff was great I had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

fantastic hippie happy hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barnaby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun travel themed hotel with everything you need. Was quiet when we stayed (winter) but they warn it can get noisy with the bars around the hotel in season. Windows have hard shutters with acoustic foam on to counter this, plus ensure a good blackout! Would go back - better than other hotels I’ve stayed at in Groningen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025