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Reviews of Bed & Breakfast De Barrels

27a Haddingestraat, 9711 KC Groningen, Netherlands

#13 of 33 Holiday rentals in Groningen

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Review score

Based on 55 apartment reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    We were only staying one night, and were informed at 21:30 that there would not be any electricity the next morning due to maintenance in the street! This caused us a bit of a panic, which was for nothing because the power never went out before we checked out. There were also no instructions on how to check-out, so just put the key back in the box. I also requested an invoice and have still not received it. So communication from the host could be much better.

    Nice spacious apartment in the center of town.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    7.0
    Our stay was fine. Easy to find. Easy communication with staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    smell was musty, too much scent

    two bedrooms

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2023

    9.0
    Great apartment in the centr of Groningen
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great apartment right in the centre of Groningen. Beautifully furnished, very quiet, good wifi. About 100 meters from Interparking Centrum (I think we paid 22 euros for 24 hours) and surrounded by lots of bars, shops and restaurants.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2023

    7.0
    Great area to explore Groningen
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights

    The one-bedroom apartment was above a wine bar. The bar and the apartment are run by completely separate people, but the music and the sound of people talking from the bar came up through the floor of the apartment. The bar is open until 23:00 hours on Thursday night and until midnight on Friday and Saturday night. The music was on until the last people left at 1.30 am on Friday night! It was a real shame, as the people who run the apartments cannot control this and I really loved the apartment - I just wasn't a fan of the noise underneath. The two-bedroom apartments upstairs will be absolutely fine and free from noise, I think.

    The one-bedroom apartment on the first floor was lovely - really comfortable with high quality furnishings, excellent shower and good kitchen area. The bed was really comfortable and the apartment had everything we needed for a one-week stay in Groningen.. It was 5 minutes' walk from the railway station and a couple of minutes' walk in to the city centre. Groningen is a fantastic city with lots of great museums, restaurants and things to see - and for running fans, a Parkrun!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    While the location is central is just metres away from the red light street. It didn't bother us but if you've a younger family it's worth bearing in mind. The sofa bed isn't comfortable at all but the massive separate sofa makes up for that. Finally the bed linen is a bit worn but not the end of the world.

    Location was very central and just minutes from the many bars, restaurants and the famous farmers market. Very spacious living area. In reality this apartment could fit four as the sofa is huge and very comfortable. I'd stay here again no problem.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2022

    8.0
    Stay in the heart of Groningen
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Last flight of stairs was very steep - Dutch style - more difficut with heavy luggage but it adds to the experience of feeling the Dutch living. The crockery (plates and wine glasses) we very limited. Would have liked a few more extra plates. Only 2 champagne glasses and less than 4 wine glasses. Most likely due to previous breakages that have not been replaced.

    Keys are at the premised so easy check in with friendly host that was very responsive to additional requests. Spacious apartment with all the amenities as described in the advertisement. Was clean and well stocked with coffee, tee and Dutch cookies. Suffcient cutlery - everying you can think of. The washing machine and drying rack was a life saver. Very comfortable beds. Best of all was the locality. Nestled in the heart of Groningen with various restaurants, bars and in between the Albert Hein and 2 Jumbos for food. Added bonus was the small wine shop De Barrel located below for Borrel and Hapjes. Zuiderdiep bus stop is about 200m from the apartment. We had a car and used the parking garage about 50m down in the same street which worked out perfect. Would stay again.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    could not open the windows

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Perfect location. Right in the center. Big sitting/living room area with a beautiful chandelier. 10min walk from train station. Would definately stay there again.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The soup despensers in the bathroom was empty, but luckely we had our own.

    Very big apartment with everything you need!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful living room. Center. Veranda.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2022

    8.0
    This was the perfect base for our small family to explore Groningen. Close enough to all the restaurants and activities,
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They need new towels 😕

    Very central, nice and spacious! Comfy couches and fully fitted kitchen

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No sheets on the beds just mattress covers. Messy key carry on.

    Location Spacious Great sofa in the living room Super clean

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    4.0
    Great place but bad smell in the bathroom.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a terrible moldy smell in the bathroom. This was disappointing but someone came and cleaned the bathroom the next day after checkin which was great as the smell improved greatly. Overall it was a good stay but the bad smell really was not appreciated. thankyou for fixing that for us.

    The location was great. Very close to everything we needed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are a lot of stairs which should be noted because with a barely walking toddler , luggage and a stroller, it wasn’t the easiest to get to the apartment. The apartment is very spacious so good for a family but the neighborhood has a lot of nightlife around so I would keep that in mind when booking.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    10
    Very nice location, spacious, quiet and quick contact with owners. We enjoyed our stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was very good!

    Location, cleanliness, facilities were good, good contact with owner

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    5.0
    Spacious apartment with several issues hindering a good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Despite some positive things (see above), there were several issues that counterbalanced the possibility for a good stay in this property, namely: -1- Unprofessional manager: tried to advance the check-out time (clearly stated at 11:00 in Booking.com) without any valid explanation and in an unfriendly manner. -2- Inappropriate behavior of staff: We were waiting for a phone call to resolve an issue (see point 5 below). Instead, this person knocked on our door and since we did not answer immediately, entered with her own key. This incident happened at 22:30. -3- Very steep & dangerous staircase (we were on the second floor): Not suitable for elderly, disabled, or children. -4- Wine local on the ground floor: with chatting/noises/parties till midnight -5- Hot water was interrupted on the first night, but later resumed after complaining. Staff behaved inappropriately (see point 2 above) -6- At times, a very foul odor coming from the bathroom sewer. -7- No reception, no separate place for a breakfast, no possibility to have breakfast if you did not ask in advance. It is called “Bed & Breakfast”, but this term is not correct, should be simply called “Apartments”. -8- Proximity of the place to a red-light district (not nice if you have children)

    Spacious apartment with a complete kitchen, in a relatively good location. It was very clean.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no radiator in the living room bad isolation (sounds from the street and the house) full ashtrays

    super central nice/ responsive host

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2022

    10
    Exceptionally good and very well presented.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I never had an issues during my stay at the property. Was well worth it. The staffs were hands on and were right there when we wanted anything. I will say a very big thank you to Samantha who made sure our stay at the property was comfortable enough that will make us wanna come back . I would definitely recommend this property.

    The property is in a very good location within reach to shops and local amenities which was very good. There was also a secured car park about 55m from the property which was really convenient and safe for me

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location of the flat was great near to the center and all restaurants and cafés and really close to Groningen University. The flat was clean, warn and very well furnished and really nice. We had amazing time in Groningen and definitely recommend the accommodation! Hope to come back again. :)

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was missing few basics like salt and peppers, cooking oil, other than that all was great!

    Great stay in nice apartment with high ceilings. Very center location to explore Groningen by foot! Comfortable bed :)

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2022

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If compared to the price: a lot of steep staircases to do with kids. Small bathroom with too much perfume (not enough to cover the sewer smell). Poor maintenance of spaces and furniture.

    The position, close to the center and quiet. Kitchen (with coffee) and washing machine useful for a longer stay.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facilities were a bit run down. Kettle need to be replaced

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2022

    10
    Fantastic stay - will definitely book Bed and Breakfast de Barrels again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic property in a great central location. Lots of space to relax after a busy day in Groningen Fa

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    It could have been easier to get the keys.

    Good apartment and wonderful location in the center.

    Stayed in March 2022

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