Rooms

Hotel details

The rich history of this patrician's house, as recorded in the city's archeological archives, begins with its foundation around. A.D. 1100. It is one of the ten most important historical monuments of Groningen. The Schimmelpennick Huys has been host to a wide variety of individuals throughout the centuries, from soldiers of the 80-year war to squatters of the 20th century! Numbered amongst its more prominent residents are the French count Jean Baptista du Monceau, Lieutenant General of the Bataafse army (which expelled Napolean's forces), the city prosecutor Lambert Sijlman with his English wife Lady Elisabeth Shotte, and the city dentist, the German Dr. Joseph Otte. The last major building works were carried out in 1723 under Lambert Sijlman's supervision. The Louise XVI-style Baroque room in the rear of the house dates to this time. The house takes its name from Jan Rutger Schimmelpennick, a counsel-of-state during the time of the Bataafse Republic. He, along with three fellow-revolutionaries, held secret meetings here. They were held in the Baroque room. The ceiling of this room is truly impressive with its exuberant decoration. In the centre are symbols adopted from the French Revolution. From the four corners, portraits of the leaders of the Revolution look down at guests in silent witness to these long gone days of danger and heroism.

Food & Beverages

After a period of drastic renovation and development Het Schimmelpenninck Huys has opened a seafood restaurant, in addition to its French á la carte restaurant “Classique”. Right next to the garden of the historical main building, situated in the former “Jagershuis”, chef de cuisine Carlos Jansen lays the emphasis on the sea instead of the land. The kitchen guarantees market-fresh, top-quality products, culinary creativity in cooking and a choice of dishes. A successful lunch or dinner in de Parelvisser does not solely depend on the chef de cuisine, his creations and the ambience, but also on the attention that the guests receive from their host. Regarding the interior of de Parelvisser it was decided to opt for a playful, yet classical design of marble and cherry-wood. The guest has a direct view of the open kitchen where the dishes are being prepared.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge. 

Parking

Private parking is possible at a location nearby and costs EUR 13.50 per day. 

Pets

Pets are allowed. No extra charges. 

Location & area

Hotel policies

Cancellation Policy

If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.  If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged. 

Deposit Policy

No deposit will be charged. 

VAT and city/tourist taxes

VAT is included.  Service charge is included.  EUR 3.00 city/tourist tax per person per night is not included. 

Meal Plan

Breakfast is not included and costs EUR 15.50 per person. 

Children and Extra Bed Policy

All children are welcome.  All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.  All children under 2 years are charged EUR 12.50 per night and person for cots.  All older children or adults are charged EUR 28.50 per night and person for extra beds.  Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2. 

Please note that in case specific policies apply to a particular room or rate, the specific room/rate policy prevails over the general hotel policy