Featured Hotels Near Academy of Architecture

Hotel de Friesland is a top choice located just a 7-minute walk from the Academy of Architecture. Featuring modern Nordic design and free Wi-Fi, its rooms offer views of the campus gardens and century-old oaks. The on-site café serves locally crafted pastries, making it a favorite spot for students and travelers alike. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive early-bird rates

Yes, Hotel de Friesland offers spacious view rooms facing the Academy's courtyard, where guests can enjoy unobstructed views of classical stone architecture and ancient oak trees. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows with soundproof glass for peaceful rest. The hotel also provides a private terrace perfect for morning coffee while overlooking the red-tiled rooftops of the academy, ideal for photography and quiet reflection

Guests at Hotel de Friesland can join weekend workshops hosted by the Academy, exploring 19th-century Dutch architectural principles and contemporary sustainable design. The hotel partners with local galleries for rotating exhibitions like "Architecture & Light," offering free entry to guests. Every Wednesday evening features an outdoor film screening showcasing classic architectural documentaries, creating a rich academic atmosphere

Hotel de Friesland is centrally located in Groningen, just 300 meters from the Academy of Architecture—a 5-minute walk. Nearby electric bike rental stations make it easy to reach the university library, city square, or historic district. The hotel also offers complimentary parking for self-drive guests and integrates with mobile navigation apps for seamless arrival experience, ensuring hassle-free access to all key locations

Hotel de Friesland features two connecting family suites equipped with children’s desks and child-safe corners. The hotel includes an indoor play area and provides "Young Architect Kits" (including building blocks and sketching tools) for kids to engage in creative design activities. Parents can relax at the hotel’s café enjoying traditional Dutch treats while observing student drawing sessions, fostering a vibrant academic environment

Yes, Hotel de Friesland offers a curated Groningen Architecture Tour including visits to the academy’s exhibition halls, historical archives, and student studios. Tours are available in both Chinese and English, and guests receive a limited-edition hand-drawn architectural map. Special night lighting tours are also available, allowing guests to explore the academy’s geometric façade under moonlight, delivering a truly immersive urban experience