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The Happy Traveler

Property class: 3

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The Happy Traveler provides amenities like 2 bars and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 472
AED 613 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep

Room options

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View all photos for King Room with Balcony

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

King Room with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a map on the wall, and a plant on the nightstand.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a map design, a bookshelf, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Studio

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Double Room

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator. There is a bunk bed visible in the background, suggesting a shared sleeping area.

Family Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Large Double Room

A hotel room with a brown tufted headboard bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small bedside table with a remote control, a kitchenette with a sink and cabinets, and a patterned carpet.

Large Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A vintage-themed interior with a coffee machine, vintage suitcases, and a globe display.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One-Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with a cityscape design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

One-Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a map on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room

A bar area with a green-tiled counter, red bar stools, and a row of seats labeled 'TRAVELER AIRWAYS'.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Single room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Royal Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with pillows, a nightstand, and a wall with a map design.

Royal Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a window, a wall-mounted coat rack, and a cityscape painting.

Economy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio With Kitchen

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a plant, a window with curtains, and a headboard with a light fixture.

Deluxe Studio With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Budget Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Budget Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outside.

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Binnenstad, a neighborhood in Groningen, The Happy Traveler is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Noorderplantsoen and Dannemeer reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Prinsenhof Gardens and Hortus Haren. Noordelijk Scheepvaart Museum and Centrum Beeldende Kunst Groningen are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Groningen travel guide
Map
Kleine Kromme Elleboog 5, Groningen, 9712 BS

What's nearby

  • A Ferris wheel, a tall clock tower, and a carnival with rides.
    Grote Markt
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A spiral staircase with mosaic tile walls in a modern building.
    Groninger Museum
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Groningen
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Universiteitsmuseum
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Vismarkt
    4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Groningen Station
    13 min walk
  • Groningen (GRQ-Eelde)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • BURGER KING®
    4 min walk
  • Croissanterie Pigalle
    2 min walk
  • Broodje van Eigen Deeg
    4 min walk
  • FEBO Groningen - Vismarkt
    5 min walk
  • D.E Cafe
    4 min walk

About this property

The Happy Traveler

  • Hotel located in Binnenstad
  • The Happy Traveler provides amenities like 2 bars and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-in
    • Concierge services, coffee/tea in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
    • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 56 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, ovens, and stovetops

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.65 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 5 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17.50 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 24 per day (984 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 67775543

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 3 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Happy Traveler pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Happy Traveler?

As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Happy Traveler on 1 September 2026 start from AED 472, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Happy Traveler?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Happy Traveler?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Happy Traveler located?

Located in Binnenstad, this hotel is steps from University of Groningen, Institute for Art & Architecture, and Universiteitsmuseum. Grote Markt and Vismarkt are also within 5 minutes. Groningen Station is 13 minutes by foot and Groningen North Station is 19 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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