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7b Kleine Kromme Elleboog Guesthouse Groningen, 9712 BS Groningen, Netherlands

#10 of 27 hotels in Groningen

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Review Score

Based on 613 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    10
    Effective and fun overnight
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were not informed during check in about the breakfast reservation requirement . Therefore could not have a breakfast

    Clean rooms, good location. Nice decoration

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2024

    9.0
    we should have more hotels like this. also the city of Groningen is such a great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the rooftop bar was a bit tiny

    the staff, the breakfast, the location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noise from air ventilation system from building next door. Hotel staff moved me to another room which was very quiet the next night.

    Friendly staff, comfortable room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I love the room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    10
    Relaxing and eventful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Clean and cozy

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    7.0
    Room B21 temperature was far too hot
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was unbearably hot with radiators switched off and heat coming through the floor. Had to open the windows but the bar outside was very noisy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budgetroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. Everything was good. Breakfast could be cheaper though.

    Staff very friendly and welcoming! Good bedroom with nice comfy space. Location central with good restaurants around. Super decoration with travelling theme.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    8.0
    Nice option in the heart of the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Maximalist decor can make the room feel crowded, but this is a matter of personal preference.

    Great location. Staff have gone above and beyond to compensate for possible loud noise from the bars downstairs. This includes sound insulation, ear plugs etc, which were not necessary in our opinion, but they were appreciated. We did not experience any problems with noise from the bars, which closed at 1 AM on a Saturday. The location was very vibrant and nice to walk around at night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wish the weather had been better, but the hotel was perfectly situated for all kinds of activities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Coffee maker (Nespresso?) was pretty bad, but coffee in the lobby was great. Tea selection could have some herbal choice.

    I didn’t have the breakfast but the room and staff were lovely.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    9.0
    A convenient and charmingly short stay (2 nights stay)
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budgetroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Difficult to say cause I'm very satisfied. Maybe the chosen decoration of the interior of my room. At some parts it was a bit weak and too much at the same time compared to the common spaces, but this is absolutely a subjective feeling.

    Perfect location in the heart of the city centre. If you're looking for a hotel which combines decent amenities and services with alternative hotel style, then give it a try; I think it's worth it! Both owners and staff were very kind, friendly and with a really nice energy! Liked the music vibes of this place!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Heating wasn’t working for a while

    Really nice staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    10
    Fantastic, couldn’t have asked for a nice hotel. Would definitely stay again !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, everything was great

    The room was so comfy and clean. Great facilities. Lovely staff. Great coffee. Very grateful for my stay. Thank you so much !

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would have liked availability of food in evenings

    Location excellent

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budgetroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No comment

    Nice location bar and food available for purchase on site.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    9.0
    Surprisingly good hotel, well branded, value!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really, I had been prepared for a noisey night (I had been told to expect lots of people enjoying themselves in the surrounding area, but nothing like that on my stay.

    I was very pleasantly surprised as I unexpectedly had to stay over in Groenigen and my son booked the room. It was very reasonable in price for what I got, it is a hotel mainly aimed at the younger generation (I am 70), but everyone were so nice and friendly and helpful, including one of the owners I suspect.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budgetroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is placed right in the center of Groningen and everything is so near. Also the room seemed very clean and it was exactly as expected. The decoration of the hotel and of the room was beautiful. If i ever go again to Groningen i would like to stay again there.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic stay for all kinds of travelers, as its name.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing at all.

    The owner was very reasonable when faced with a complaint from me regarding an extra charge, which was also reasonable, eventually. The place is in a great location, Even though they warn guests about possible noise, my room was extremely quiet and it was Saturday night. The decoration of the entire place is just FANTASTIC, especially for people who enjoy traveling. Congrats to the people who set it up!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2024

    9.0
    Excellent value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budgetroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Last minute booking but not disappointed at all. Excellent location in the centre of the city. Car parking garage (with hotel discount) was a short walk. Fabulous breakfast with lots of options.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great value and very cozy rooms.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2024

    9.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to point out

    All good

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Just Great Place for stay in heart of Groningen !

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    7.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing special, the reception has a fun design but the rooms are not super pretty. Very simple for the expensive price.

    Very good position and clean. People working there are kind.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2024

    8.0
    Stayed for 2 weeks, I recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is near the center but the noise from the next door bar is a lot even the room was on the 3rd floor. The sound isolation is not so great. The shower drain didn't work well. There could've been extra sockets next to the bed. The elevator was out of order even everybody used it.

    The location was close to the center. The room was really nice and clean. The staff and cleaning worked well. The rooftop bar/lunch area was very cozy. The personal look of the hotel and decorations were very nice. Overall good hotel, affordable and very comfortable experience.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    9.0
    Despte of the noisi bar, I loved to stay there.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The noise from the bar under can not be cut out. Not even with the earplugs, so be prepared for that if you choose this accommodation.

    Very nice staff, in the hearth of Groningen, the hotel is very stylish and wellcoming.

    Stayed in January 2024

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