Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 13 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Prinsenhof lets you stay inside a piece of Groningen's history. The 15th-century building stands on the Martinikerkhof, opposite the Martinikerk, with a renaissance rose and herb garden behind it and breakfast served in a former church with stained-glass windows. Guests are most enthusiastic about the location, the friendly staff and the food, from the breakfast buffet to dinner and room service. Rooms are individually decorated, quiet and spotless, and the minibar is included. The old building does come with quirks. Some rooms have steep stairs between the bed and the bathroom or a separate toilet, and not every window has a view; one guest looked straight onto a roof. The railway station is about 20 minutes away on foot. Couples and city-break travellers who enjoy character, calm and good food will feel at home here; anyone who needs step-free, uniform rooms should ask carefully before booking.
What Guests Loved
- The hotel stands on the Martinikerkhof, just opposite the Martinikerk, so the sights and shops of Groningen are within walking distance. Guests praise the location more than any other aspect, and many add that the rooms are still very quiet.
- Guests love the way the old building has been kept while the interiors feel fresh, describing it as a fine mix of old and new. The renaissance garden with roses and herbs is a favourite place for a walk.
Things to Consider
- The historic building brings its own floor plans. Some guests found the toilet separate from the bathroom, or a set of steep stairs between the bed and the bathroom, which is worth knowing if stairs are a problem.
- Not every room looks out over the garden or the tower. One guest found that two of the windows faced straight onto a roof, with only a side view from the others.
Should you book it?
Prinsenhof is worth booking for couples on a city break who want history and a quiet garden — but pick somewhere else if stairs inside the room would be a problem for you.
Book it if you want
- Couples on a city break who want history and a quiet garden
- Food lovers who want breakfast and dinner on site
Pick somewhere else if
- Stairs inside the room would be a problem for you
- You want to be next to the railway station
Frequently asked questions
How do guests rate Prinsenhof?
On Booking.com it scores 9.1/10 from 1,327 guest reviews.
How many stars does Prinsenhof have?
Prinsenhof is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Prinsenhof offer?
Prinsenhof offers garden, terrace, 2 Restaurants, bar, room Service and free Minibar.
Weather & sea temperature — Groningen
Right now: 12°
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Martinikerkhof 23, 9712 JH Groningen, Netherlands