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About this property
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 cozy 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 1640 feet to the historic center of Hoorn. The train station, offering connections to Amsterdam, is 0.7 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Pieter
Netherlands
“Inside the same building a very nice cinema, brasserie and museum. Very good breakfast. Fantastic look over the harbor.” - Maartje
United States
“The location, the staff letting me work out of the restaurant for hours. Good breakfast. Clean, comfortable bed. Decent WiFi” - Mary
Canada
“This cozy little room was perfect for us as two cycling friends. The room was very clean, with two single beds. One of our favourite features was having a rooftop window that allowed the room to cool very quickly and provided some fresh cool...” - Jack
Canada
“Casual atmosphere of lounge is nice. We were allowed to store our bikes inside, which is good security. Breakfast is abundant and fairly priced; much better than jail food! Location is very convenient to downtown and seaside (lakeside).” - Lawrence
United Kingdom
“Great location good parking for my motorcycle 5 min walk to town, great history of the building which houses a museum and cinema also” - Rebecca
United Kingdom
“Quirky hotel. Excellent breakfadt. Fantastic location. Would stay here again.” - Philip
United Kingdom
“Great location, easy parking. The hotel itself is very quirky(former prison) but it’s been converted sympathetically to retain many original features. Rooms not big but comfy. Nice breakfast.” - Angie
United Kingdom
“Loved the location. Staff very friendly - nice breakfast - large room.” - Jim
United Kingdom
“Perfect location and very interesting building. Parking on site.” - Pat
Australia
“The room was comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. All staff were friendly and helpful.”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
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There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.



The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID 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.