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“The host very friendly and informative, the accommodation, quirky and fab”
“The host was very welcoming and helpful”
“Breakfast was super”
“The breakfast very tasty”
“Gorgeous room and scenery”
“There are a few room options to choose from, I think there is one on ground floo…”
“Location Welcoming host Hot and cold drinks available Comfortable beds Uniqu…”
“Great location, I mean you are right on the River Rhine so the setting is perfec…”
“Very nice location, nature, clean, hospitality, good breakfast”
“Location good - just outside city centre, by the river Clean - very clean and f…”
“A quiet location about ten minutes' walk into town and parking is available but …”
“Great parking for motorcycle and bikes by the way”
Drijfpaleis is set on a houseboat offering uniquely themed accommodation, floating on the river Rhine and within just minutes of Arnhem’s city centre. It offers rooms with a private terrace at the riverside. Free wired internet and cable TV are standard at the Drijfpaleis rooms. Each has its own style of decoration and coloured mosaics. In the spacious mosaic garden, guests can enjoy a cold drink from the communal fridge. There are waterside seating corners where ducks and birds join the guests. From Drijfpaleis, it’s 850 metres to the pub and restaurant area of the Korenmarkt square. Arnhem’s railway station is 600 metres away.
Kerrison
couple
October 25, 2025
The owner, Ruud, was great, very informative. Breakfast was super.
Catherine
couple
September 19, 2025
The host very friendly and informative, the accommodation, quirky and fab. The breakfast very tasty.
Emily
couple
September 16, 2025
“Unforgettable”
Location Welcoming host Hot and cold drinks available Comfortable beds Unique experience staying on a houseboat. Beautiful room View of the river Breakfast was generous and delicious Helpful information about the national park
Natasha
couple
September 12, 2025
Gorgeous room and scenery. The host was very welcoming and helpful. It was a perfect stay and we would love to return.
TIMOTHY
couple
September 5, 2025
“Quirky, fun, comfortable, a great river location and a quiet night's sleep.”
Great location, I mean you are right on the River Rhine so the setting is perfect, especially if you like boats. The big houseboat sits very comfortability in the water so there is hardly any movement from passing boats. There are a few room options to choose from, I think there is one on ground floor/deck level, and then a couple of rooms on the upper deck. We were lucky to get the big double on the lower level and had plenty of space to move around and also put our luggage (Note, if you are traveling around Europe and have a few big bags then this room on the lower level is the only room that will work. You wont get big suitcases up the stairs). The host is a great guy, helpful, funny and goes out of his way to look after the guests. We loved the room we had, very quirky indeed, the ensuite bathroom is adequate and the best part about the room is that we had our own private balcony looking out over the river, a great place to enjoy breakfast or a sundowner and watch the boats going past. Breakfast was included and delivered to our rooms every morning at the requested time and the breakfast was really good, very special. A quiet location about ten minutes' walk into town and parking is available but just difficult to get (discuss with the host on arrival).
Ann
couple
August 4, 2025
“An Amazing Experience!”
A very quirky and distinctive bed and breakfast - completely unique in my experience. The owner has created an amazing place from which to explore the city of Arnhem. Its a haven and a pleasure to be enjoyed. The room was comfortable and a treat - from a gramaphone to play old records to sitting a feeding the ducks and watching the world float by. The decor was amazing with an Italian theme throughout. The garden was lovely and restful. Ruud is everything a good host should be - attentive, informative and helpful, besides being a very funny man! Great parking for motorcycle and bikes by the way... The drinks/snacks fridge and the honesty system is a pleasant change! If you want something a little different - you won't be disappointed....
Gilraen
couple
July 25, 2025
Absolutely beautiful and so close to the centre of Arnhem
Nicoleta
couple
June 28, 2025
Very nice location, nature, clean, hospitality, good breakfast. A place that worth to experience!
stephanie
couple
October 13, 2024
“A gem on the river. I”
Excellent location,close to the city centre. Great host. Beautiful room and fantastic fresh breakfast served in our room. Lovely garden,it must be amazing in the summer,we were there in October so did not sit in the garden.
kieran
family_with_children
September 23, 2024
“There for 80th Market Garden anniversary”
Everything- host was exceptional
GUILLAUME du Toit
couple
September 22, 2024
“A must experience!”
Excepsional ecsentric artistic style with 5 star service
Gordon Johnston
couple
September 18, 2024
“Chilling by the river.”
Booked in for 2 nights. Smiled for two nights. Ruud is a " local hero " such an easy host who was there for you but never in your face. The accommodation is completely different to anywhere I have stayed and we just loved it. It's comfortable, relaxing slightly crazy and in 5 minute walking distance to bars and restaurants. We went out walking for a bit, came back, chatted to Ruud had a beer out of his very cheap beer and wine fridge, watched the boats go by, listened to Italian opera on the rooms record player, fed the ducks walked up for a meal then repeat. There is free unlimited tea and coffee at your fingertips and a wonderful breakfast brought directly to your room by the ever pleasant host. This is a little piece of Dutch heaven. We absolutely loved everything about it. PS the rooms are huge.
Aad
solo_traveller
September 14, 2024
“Great place to stay, highly recommended”
Great place to stay nice area
Simon
solo_traveller
August 14, 2024
“A wonderful place on the Rhine”
Pretty much every aspect was perfect. A lovely view, wonderful breakfast and a great host
wijnand
couple
July 19, 2024
“Excellence on the water”
Drijfpaleis looks amazing, right on the river Rijn with plenty to see. The manager is delightful and has his soul poured into the accommodatie. But then there is the amazing breakfast room service with more than enough fresh food, warm bread and freshly squeezed orange juice.
Gerrit Maik Bernd
couple
July 17, 2024
This amazing location is a piece of art made by the excellent host. Each room has a unique design. The garden is beautiful. The breakfast was very good.
Graeme
couple
June 27, 2024
“Most memorable hotel ever and for the right reasons.”
What an incredible place. Such a friendly owner (Ruud)and so helpful. Everything about this place we loved. It's not for someone with mobility issues but that would be only minor issue. It was fabulous. The hotel that just kept on giving. Breakfast in bed with added really friendly cat. The garden is stunning and quirky. Not far from the main centre and looks over the Rhine.
Georg
solo_traveller
June 12, 2024
“Great place”
For sure the most stylish place in Arnhem on a house boat. If available book your own experience right now.
Maria
family_with_children
June 8, 2024
“An oasis in the city!!!”
Lotta0902
couple
October 16, 2023
“Wonderful homefeeling B&B”
This B&B is located just off city centre, on the river. It is "quirky" in a cosy and very homie way. Location good - just outside city centre, by the river Clean - very clean and fresh, you felt at home right away, you didn't feel 500 other guest have passed though this room as well. Host - friendly and nice, we felt very welcoming at the same time he respected our privacy too Breakfast - meatlovers don't get scared for the veggie brekkie. It was super tasty, fresh, plenty, yogurt, bread, jam, cheese, fruits, fresh orange juice. We sat outside on our private terrace, on the river, just wonderful plus points for "open bar", meaning you could fetch your own drinks throughout the day and evening and then in the end leave your payment for the drinks. also plus point, Nespresso machine in the room, for your morning coffees, to be enjoyed outside on ur private terrace This is the best review we have ever given at Booking. We gave full 10 on almost everything. This places ticked all the boxes for us. We would 100% book in us here again.
Fishing, Canoeing, Water sport facilities on site, Walking tours
Board games/puzzles
Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room
Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Heating
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace
Parking, Free parking, Street parking
Key access, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Private check-in/check-out
The spacious twin room offers a wardrobe, a sofa, a terrace with river views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
This Luxury Suite comes with a Sicilian boat style double bed, a terrace and a bathroom with a shower. Guests benefit from views over the Rhine river.
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