Discover the surroundings of Hotel Drachten

A cozy evening out with family, friends, or colleagues? Have a great time bowling at Bowling Drachten, located next to the hotel! Bowling and Hotel Drachten, a guarantee for a successful outing since 1980.

Drachten is a lively city in Friesland, known for its combination of modern facilities and culture. The city offers a diverse range of shops and restaurants. In addition, you can enjoy beautiful performances at the theater De Lawei or catch a movie at the cinema.

The area around the hotel is perfect for a wonderful bike ride in nature. Discover the various nature reserves and enjoy everything that Friesland has to offer. You can of course bring your own bike, but there is also the possibility to rent a bike at Van der Valk Hotel Drachten.

When you say Friesland, you say water of course! Our province has many lakes, canals, and other water-rich natural areas. If you visit our hotel, a boat trip is definitely recommended!

Combine your visit to Hotel Drachten with a day trip to Leeuwarden. The capital of Friesland is the starting and finishing point of the Elfstedentocht and was chosen as the Cultural Capital of Europe in 2018!

From Van der Valk Hotel Drachten, the Wadden Islands are easy to visit. A short drive will take you to the ferries departing to, for example, Ameland or Schiermonnikoog. Enjoy a day full of beautiful beaches, dunes, and picturesque villages, and then return to the comfort of our hotel.