Bed-on-a-Boat
Jonenweg 1e
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Why people book this hotel
“Hosts were very friendly and helpful - thank you”
“The hosts are friendly and they gave us a good guide to see the village”
“The place is also well located with easy access by walk to the center of Giethoo…”
“It was very central located - close to bicycle rental, you can walk to main attr…”
“The place is great, beautiful, modern, very clean and well equipped”
“A perfect affordable boat stay in a beautiful part of the Netherlands”
“The area is quiet, easy to reach by bus from the station”
“Parking included”
Overview
Offering a garden and lake view, Bed-on-a-Boat is situated in Giethoorn, 32 km from IJsselhallen Zwolle and 32 km from Poppodium Hedon. This boat offers free private parking and full-day security. The boat features sea views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. All units in the boat are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, slippers and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a coffee machine. At the boat, units have bed linen and towels. Guests at the boat will be able to enjoy activities in and around Giethoorn, like walking tours. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and Bed-on-a-Boat can arrange a bicycle rental service. Museum de Fundatie is 32 km from the accommodation, while Academiehuis Grote Kerk Zwolle is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Groningen Eelde Airport, 78 km from Bed-on-a-Boat.
Traveller reviews
Jennifer
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
We were nicely welcomed. And the place was just great. We had nice time and enough space for the three of us. The place is also well located with easy access by walk to the center of Giethoorn.
Isabella
family_with_children
July 23, 2025
“Very enjoyable and would recommend (book the unit with aircon)”
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was very central located - close to bicycle rental, you can walk to main attractions and bus stop closeby. Hosts were very friendly and helpful - thank you!
Marcela
couple
May 29, 2025
The guests were super nice! It was a very cute little apartment with all the needed for a cute stay in a lovely town.
Mixia
couple
July 16, 2024
“You get all the experience staying at this place.”
The hosts are friendly and they gave us a good guide to see the village. The place is great, beautiful, modern, very clean and well equipped. There’s a supermarket a just a few minutes walk. Parking included. The best part is that you have option to rent a boat directly with them. You get the boat at the door of your houseboat! So you don’t need to go to the very touristic place to rent one. If you have the option to rent for the day… you can get a really good tour for all the little villages around Giethoorn (no tourists and same beautiful)
Charlotte
couple
October 2, 2023
The boat was situated in a harbor just outside the village center. A supermarket and tourist attractions were closed by.
Ann-Sophia
solo_traveller
July 7, 2023
“Authentic and unique Dutch experience on a house boat”
This was our first time staying on a house boat and we loved it - the location, the facilities, as well as the view. With the house boat came an extra boat that we were able to rent during our stay in order to explore Giethoorn by boat. There is a bus stop right opposite of the house boat which is very convenient if you come by public transport. Our overall experience, also with the owners, was generally very positive and they were very helpful when it came to recommending places to go for lunch/dinner/coffee and even grocery shopping. Since the house boat was such an authentic and unique experience to us, we would always decide to come back.
Rev. Peter
family_with_children
May 25, 2023
“Wonderful place with all the amenities”
Owners are very friendly and very helpful, even their children are charming.. A perfect affordable boat stay in a beautiful part of the Netherlands. They have an electric boat you can use to tour the canals yourself. Fully equipped kitchen and deck to enjoy. Close to transportation.
Jeane
family_with_children
May 19, 2023
“We couldn't have wished for anything better!”
In the centre of town, the boat overlooks a small and cute harbour. It is small, but very well equipped. We cooked both days without any problem. The area is quiet, easy to reach by bus from the station. The hosts are very friendly and attentive. The shower is luxurious, the bed is comfortable. We borrowed a boat to discover the old town which was magical. In short, we couldn't have wished for anything better!
Chloe
family_with_children
April 12, 2023
Great accommodation with everything you needed. Lovely host who was only ever a WhatsApp message away!
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Windsurfing, Mini golf, Water sport facilities on site, Walking tours, Bike tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, 24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Grocery deliveries, Private check-in/check-out, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage
Deluxe Double Room
In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Room
In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. The double room features a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with an inner courtyard view as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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