Small Boutique hotels in FRIESLAND

Set in a listed mansion over 100 years old, on the edge of the Rijsterbosch forest, Bed & Breakfast Rijsterbosch is a luxury boutique property enjoying a unique rural location. Surrounded by centuries old trees and a large, well-tended garden, this charming property is a delightful spot for romantic getaways or active holidays in one of the most beautiful areas of south-west Friesland. Water sports enthusiasts, hikers, bikers, culture enthusiasts and nature lovers will all find something to please them in this fascinating region.Woods and cosy beach pavilions are dotted along the shores of the Frisian lakes, where cycling and hiking trails on gently rolling landscapes alternate with fabulous views and picturesque villages. Horse riding enthusiasts can enjoy many kilometres of idyllic bridleways, and stabling facilities are also available on site. As well as delicious breakfasts, Bed & Breakfast Rijsterbosch serves high tea on request for small parties, and wine tasting evenings are also organised in the cosy living room, which has a wood fired stove. Accommodation at Bed & Breakfast Rijsterbosch consists of just six rooms, all spacious and attractively furnished. Each room has a private bathroom, and all offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

The heart of the city; you can't get more Leeuwarden than this. Post-Plaza is located on one of the most beautiful streets of the capital of Friesland. Experience this unique city hotel & Grand Café located in the old Leeuwarden Post Office. Just footsteps away from many of this fascinating city's most important landmarks and attractions, including the Kanselarij (the former chancellery), the Waag, the Saint Boniface church and the Oldehove leaning tower (which leans more than the leaning tower of Pisa), as well as a number of fascinating museums, Post-Plaza is the perfect spot for both business and pleasure visits to Leeuwarden. The city is also an excellent base for exploring the beautiful Friesland region. Post-Plaza’sGrand Café serves delicious menus throughout the day in its elegant, high-ceilinged dining room. Take advantage of the hotel's luxury wellness center, which includes a steam bath and sauna. A full range of massages and beauty treatments are also on offer. Post-Plaza has elegantly appointed and spacious rooms and suites. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, and feature an extensive range of up-to-date amenities, including flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi internet, mini-bars and tea and coffee making facilities.

Enjoying a delightful location in the village of Ballum, on the Wadden island of Ameland, Hotel Nobel is a luxury boutique hotel, now in its fourth generation of family ownership. Recently having undergone a thorough renovation and restoration, this charming property offers exclusive accommodation and fine cuisine in an idyllic island setting. The perfect spot for exploring this charming little island, Hotel Nobel is close to the beaches and all the natural attractions, including the Natuurcentrum Ameland. Popular outdoor activities on the island include watersports, cycling, hiking and mudflat hiking. The Nobel Restaurant Ameland offers unique French influenced culinary experiences, based on fresh, local, seasonal produce, and the restaurant is a member of Fryslan Culinair, an association of the finest restaurants in the province. Guests can also sample delicious cuisine in the less formal atmosphere of the cosy lounge bar, the perfect spot to relax and wind down by the roaring fire. Nobel also has its own wine and liquor store, where visitors can sample a great range of fine wines, along with local and regional produce. The highlight is without a doubt the unique Nobeltje liquor, produced with the same secret formula since the founding of the hotel in 1902.

Standing on the edge of the village of Nes on the fabulous island of Ameland, Zee van Tijd is a contemporary design hotel, offering luxury boutique style accommodation and fine cuisine in a charming island setting. The Zee van Tijd Restaurant offers a range of menus throughout the day, for breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner. Cuisine is based on regional specialities, with the accent firmly placed on the excellent natural produce of Ameland, including the finest fresh fish and seafood, lamb, fruit and vegetables and dairy products. With just 8 charming suites, intimate, tranquil stays are guaranteed at Zee van Tijd. A reflection of the island's landscape, the suites are light filled and airy, featuring high exposed beams and a cosy, minimalist décor. Each suite comes with the latest high-tech amenities, including a flat-screen TV, mini-fridge, under-floor heating and complimentary Wi-Fi. Ideally located for relaxing visits to this fascinating island, Zee van Tijd is within easy reach of the island's spectacular beaches, where guests can practise a huge variety of water sports, including sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing and kayaking, among many other options. Other outdoor activities available on the island include horse riding, golf and even parachuting. Other nearby attractions include the lighthouse, the nature centre and the Maritime Museum, while nature enthusiasts can go on seal-watching tours.