Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht

What Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht does

Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht is a 4-star, 200-room full-service hotel located at Laan Van Europa 1600 in Dordrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands, situated directly on the A16 motorway between Rotterdam, Breda, Utrecht, and Antwerp. The property operates as part of the family-owned Van der Valk hotel chain under the Valk Exclusief umbrella and is privately held. Its infrastructure includes 12 multifunctional meeting rooms (combined capacity up to 700 persons), a 14th-floor Skybar, an award-winning restaurant led by Chef-kok Edwin (8.9 rating across 518 reviews), à la carte and buffet dining, live cooking and Sunday brunch programs, a wellness center with pool/sauna/fitness, an on-site Jack's Casino with 165+ gaming positions, and a 40-point EV charging hub combining Valk Energy AC/DC stations with Tesla Superchargers.

The hotel's product surface spans three core verticals — lodging, food and beverage, and meetings/events — augmented by ancillary services such as bike and e-bike rental, a 24/7 Valk to go-shop, room service, and themed experiential suites (Cinema, Bali, Candyland, Cloud Nine, Bruidsuite, Fitness, Wellness, Skyline). Technology is standard for a chain-affiliated property: a PMS-integrated booking engine on the official website, the Valk Exclusief mobile apps for iOS and Android, smart TVs with streaming/casting in suites, and Logitech Rally Plus 4K video-conferencing in boardrooms. No proprietary AI, APIs, or developer-facing platforms are offered.

Revenue is generated across multiple streams: overnight room bookings (Comfort from €137.80 to specialty suites at €457.80), à la carte and buffet F&B, packaged arrangements (Diner, Seizoensdeal, 3=2, SundayDeal, SuiteDream, Fietsarrangement, Luxury Lifestyle, Speurroute, Eat-Play-Stay, Last Minute), meetings/events for up to 700 persons, live cooking and Sunday brunch experiences, casino gaming, bike rental, EV charging, and wellness/fitness access. Distribution is predominantly direct through the hotel website, phone reservations, the Valk Exclusief loyalty platform, and a dedicated corporate sales team, with selective third-party exposure via Getadayroom for day-use workspaces. Customer segments are hybrid: leisure travelers, families, business/corporate event buyers, and social event/wedding parties.

Name

Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht

Legal name

Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht

Website

https://vandervalkhoteldordrecht.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht is a 4-star, 200-room full-service hotel on the A16 in Dordrecht, Netherlands, serving leisure travelers, families, corporate event buyers, and social/wedding parties with lodging, F&B, and meetings/event facilities under the Valk Exclusief brand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Hotel Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Conference Retreat Hotels (THAGALAG)

Keywords

• Luxury hotel accommodations
• Conference meeting venues
• Restaurant dining services
• Wedding event hosting
• Hospitality stay packages

Headquarters

HQ city

Dordrecht

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hotel Room Bookings: Revenue from overnight stays in various room types including comfort, superior, suites, and family rooms. Rooms are booked directly via website, phone, or third-party platforms with pricing varying by season and room type.
2. Restaurant Dining: Revenue from à la carte dining, lunch and dinner buffets, live cooking events, Sunday brunch, and bar services. The restaurant offers breakfast buffet, lunch, and dinner with à la carte and buffet options.
3. Hotel Packages and Arrangements: Pre-packaged stay offerings including Diner Arrangement, Seizoensdeal, Speurroute, Fietsarrangement, SuiteDream, SundayDeal, and seasonal promotions. These packages combine accommodation with dining, activities, and experiences.
4. Meetings and Events: Revenue from corporate meetings, conferences, congresses, weddings, and events using 12 multifunctional meeting rooms and the Skybar. Includes venue rental, catering arrangements, and audiovisual equipment.
5. Extra Services and Add-ons: Additional revenue from minibar packages, romantic packages, birthday packages, kids packages, prosecco, luxury chocolates, fruit baskets, and other room extras.
6. Live Cooking and Special Events: Special dining experiences including live cooking events, Sunday brunch with unlimited drinks package, and private dining for groups of 30+
7. Bike Rental: Rental of regular bikes and e-bikes for guests to explore the Dordrecht area and National Park De Biesbosch
8. Wellness and Fitness Access: Access to wellness facilities including pool, sauna, and fitness center included with hotel stays

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht operates a full-service 4-star hotel offering overnight stays in 200 rooms and themed suites, an on-site restaurant and bar with buffets and live cooking, 12 multifunctional meeting rooms plus a 14th-floor Skybar for events up to 700 persons, a wellness center with pool and sauna, EV charging, bike rental, a 24/7 shop, and packaged stay arrangements combining accommodation with dining and local experiences.

Product overview

Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht operates as a full-service 4-star hotel offering a portfolio of core lodging products (rooms, suites, and themed suites), dining experiences (restaurant, bar, buffets, live cooking), and meeting/event venues. The property also provides complementary services including wellness center, bicycle rental, on-site casino, EV charging, and a convenience shop. The hotel offers various package products combining accommodation with dining, activities, and experiences. Key distribution channels include a mobile app (Valk Exclusief App) and loyalty program (Valk Exclusief), with 12 multifunctional meeting rooms and an exclusive Skybar for events. The hotel features themed suites including Cinema Suite, Bruidsuite, Candyland, Bali Suite, Fitness Suite, and others, as well as family rooms accommodating 4-6 persons.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Valk Exclusief: The loyalty membership program offering exclusive deals, discounts, and special offers for Van der Valk hotel guests.
• Valk to go-shop
• Valk Energy Charging Stations

Products and services

• Rooms and Suites Lodging accommodations including Comfort, Comfort Deluxe, Superior, Superior Deluxe, Superior Triple, Family Suite (4 persons), Family Suite Deluxe (6 persons), and themed suites such as Junior Suite, Wellness Suite, Cloud Nine Suite, Cinema Suite, Bruidsuite, Candyland, Bali Suite, Skyline Suite, and Fitness Suite. Ranging from EUR 137.80 to EUR 457.80 per night based on double occupancy, targeting leisure travelers, business guests, and families.
• Restaurant and Bar On-site à la carte restaurant serving lunch and dinner under the direction of Chef-kok Edwin, plus the Meetingpoint Bar serving cocktails, coffee, and casual drinks from 08:00 daily. Targets both hotel guests and external diners with menus featuring culinary twists on classic dishes.
• Meetings and Events Twelve multifunctional meeting rooms including boardrooms (45 m²), the Eiland van Dordrecht and Biesbosch halls, and the exclusive 14th-floor Skybar, hosting meetings, conferences, congresses, weddings, and celebrations for up to 700 persons. Includes AV equipment and dedicated event coordination.
• Wellness Center Heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, and fitness room located on the top floor, available to hotel guests as part of the wellness offering. Also complemented by a separately branded Outdoor Fitness facility for guests.
• Jack's Casino (on-site gaming) Casino facility located in the new wing of the hotel with over 165 gaming positions (roulette and slot machines), free entry, complimentary snacks and drinks, marketed to hotel guests and walk-in visitors.
• Electric Vehicle Charging 40 EV charging points comprising 20 Valk Energy AC chargers (11 kW, Mennekes Type 2) and 4 DC fast chargers (200 kW) plus 16 Tesla Superchargers, accessible to all EV brands via the Tesla app. Slow charging from EUR 0.60/kWh and fast charging from EUR 0.79/kWh.
• Bicycle and E-bike Rental Rental of regular bikes (EUR 25.00/day) and e-bikes (EUR 38.00/day), with EUR 5.00 discount for Valk Exclusief members, including route maps for exploring Dordrecht and National Park De Biesbosch.
• Valk to go-shop 24/7 self-service convenience shop on the ground floor offering beverages, snacks, toiletries, and travel essentials, accessible to both hotel guests and passersby.
• Outdoor Fitness Outdoor fitness area with advanced training equipment and a dedicated mobile training app, available exclusively to hotel guests between 06:00 and 23:00.
• Room Service In-room dining service available from 12:00 to 21:30, offering lunch, snacks, and dinner options to hotel guests with a EUR 25.00 delivery surcharge per order.
• Diner Arrangement Bundled package offering 1-3 overnight stays combined with 1-2 three-course dinners and daily breakfast, starting from EUR 153.90 per person, for guests seeking combined culinary and accommodation value.
• DRIJF op het water Bundled water-themed package including one overnight stay, a boat tour or canoe/SUP rental, a three-course dinner, and breakfast, starting from EUR 170.00 per person, in partnership with Drijf Dordrecht.
• Seizoensdeal (Seasonal Deal) Seasonal city break package combining 1-3 nights with breakfast at discounted rates starting from EUR 92.90 per person, designed for guests exploring historic Dordrecht.
• SundayDeal Sunday arrival stay package combining an overnight stay and breakfast, starting from EUR 63.40 per person based on double occupancy.
• 3=2 Arrangement Pay-for-2-stay-for-3 nights promotion that includes three breakfasts, starting from EUR 200.70 per person and sold as a non-refundable rate.
• SuiteDream Suite stay package including one night in a suite, room service breakfast, and a bottle of Prosecco, starting from EUR 168.90 per person for romantic or celebratory occasions.
• Stedentrip Arrangement (City Trip) City trip package combining an overnight stay with a Dordrecht information package for exploring the historic city center, starting from EUR 153.90 per person.
• Fietsarrangement (Cycling Package) Bike-themed package bundling 1-3 nights with 7-speed bike rental and an optional e-bike upgrade, starting from EUR 92.50 per person, for guests exploring the area by bicycle.
• Speurroute (Mystery Trail) Mystery walking package offering a 3.5 km self-guided city tour of Dordrecht, two nights of accommodation, and a three-course dinner menu, starting from EUR 192.80 per person.
• Luxury Lifestyle Luxury package bundling an overnight stay in a superior room or suite with a JANZEN gift set, starting from EUR 131.40 per person, for luxury-focused guests.
• Eat, Stay, Play (Casino Package) Integrated casino and hotel package including an overnight stay, EUR 7.50 Jack's Casino gaming credit, free entry, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Last Minute Aanbieding Last-minute stay promotions offering discounted rates relative to standard pricing, starting from EUR 78.90 per person based on double occupancy, subject to availability.
• Live Cooking Dining Experience Interactive dinner experience featuring live wok, grill, and à la minute cooking stations, including a welcome glass of bubbles and unlimited domestic drinks, from EUR 52.50 per adult (EUR 29.50 per child age 4-12).
• Zondagsbrunch (Sunday Brunch) Sunday brunch buffet featuring house-made pastries, hot and cold dishes, à la minute prepared items, ice cream, desserts, and welcome bubbles, from EUR 42.50 per adult (EUR 21.50 per child 4-12), with higher rates on holidays.
• Lunchbuffet Weekday lunch buffet offering fresh-made soups, salads, à la minute prepared dishes, and desserts, expanding on Saturdays; EUR 24.50 per adult on weekdays and EUR 27.50 on Saturdays, with child rates from EUR 16.50.
• Ontbijtbuffet (Breakfast Buffet) Breakfast buffet with fresh-baked breads, fruits, cereals, yogurts, made-to-order eggs, cold cuts, cheeses, smoked salmon, and juices; priced at EUR 21.50 per adult (EUR 14.50 per child 4-12, free for children 0-3).
• Boardrooms (Hybrid Meeting Rooms) Specialized boardrooms equipped with 75" or 86" LED screens and Logitech Rally Plus 4K video conferencing systems with integrated speakers and table microphones for hybrid meetings, accommodating 9-17 persons each.
• Skybar (Rooftop Event Venue) Exclusive rooftop bar on the 14th floor with panoramic views over Dordrecht, available for exclusive rental for meetings, masterclasses, drinks, shared dinners, and parties for up to 500 persons.
• Valk Exclusief Loyalty Program Cross-property loyalty and membership platform offering lowest-price guarantee, free cancellation, welcome drinks, loyalty discounts, exclusive 72-hour promotions, restaurant vouchers, and the Valk Kidspaspoort loyalty program for children.
• Valk Exclusief Mobile App Mobile application for the Valk Exclusief program, available on iOS App Store and Google Play, enabling room bookings, reservation management, member discount access, restaurant vouchers, and Valk Kidspaspoort loyalty for children.
• Meetingpoint Bar Hotel bar serving as a meeting point for informal business discussions, quick lunches, coffee, and casual drinks, open daily from 08:00 to guests and visitors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Restaurant rating of 8.9 based on 518 reviews
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Jack's CasinominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJack's Casino operates an on-site casino facility within the hotel premises, offering guests gaming entertainment with over 165 gaming positions. The casino provides free entry, complimentary snacks and drinks, and is accessible from the side of the hotel's new wing.
• Drijf DordrechtminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDrijf Dordrecht provides boat tours and water taxi services in and around Dordrecht, offering guests unique experiences in the historic city dubbed 'Venice of the Netherlands.' The hotel recommends these tours as part of local activities.
• Valk EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationValk Energy provides the hotel's electric vehicle charging infrastructure with 24 charging stations (20 AC at 11 kW and 4 DC at 200 kW) using fixed cables and supporting Mennekes Type 2 and CCS connectors.
• TeslacoreTechnology or IntegrationTesla Superchargers (16 stations with up to 200 kW charging) installed at the hotel parking area, accessible to Tesla vehicles and other EVs via the Tesla app.
• National Park De BiesboschminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational Park De Biesbosch is a nearby nature reserve promoted by the hotel as a key attraction for guests, accessible via bike rental or boat tours, offering hiking, cycling, kayaking, and wildlife watching.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Postillion Hotel & Convention Centre: Postillion specializes in Dutch convention/conference hotels with large meeting room capacity; closest functional peer for the meetings & events business at Van der Valk Dordrecht.
• Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam-Blijdorp: Sibling Van der Valk property serving the Rotterdam catchment — same chain, brand, Valk Exclusief loyalty, and full-service hotel model with comparable rooms, restaurant, and meeting facilities; directly competes for regional corporate and leisure demand.
• Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant De Witte Raaf: Fletcher is one of the largest Dutch hotel chains operating full-service properties with restaurants, meeting rooms, and leisure positioning — competing directly for Dutch regional leisure and corporate bookings.
• NH Hotel Dordrecht: NH operates a property in Dordrecht itself — same city, similar 4-star positioning, and similar corporate/leisure traveler base, making it a direct local competitor.
• Van der Valk Hotel Dordrecht (sister) — Van der Valk Hotel Breda: Another nearby Van der Valk full-service hotel along the A16/A27 corridor; competes head-to-head for Breda-Rotterdam corporate events, leisure stays, and Valk Exclusief members.

Emerging players

• Center Parcs De Kempervennen: While resort-focused, Center Parcs competes for Dutch family weekend leisure and De Biesbosch-area tourism demand that Van der Valk Dordrecht targets with its family suites and Biesbosch packages.

Regional players

• Landgoed Dordwijk Hotel: Boutique hotel in Dordrecht area — competes for higher-end leisure, weddings, and small corporate retreats with a heritage/conference positioning that overlaps the meetings business.
• Bastion Hotel Dordrecht: Bastion is a Dutch value-segment chain; the Dordrecht location competes more on price-sensitive transient and corporate travelers rather than full-service leisure/events.

Broad incumbents

• Hilton Rotterdam / Hilton Garden Inn Rotterdam: Hilton's Rotterdam properties compete for the same Rotterdam-Drechtsteden corporate and conference demand with international brand standards and Hilton Honors loyalty — relevant for premium meetings business.
• Marriott Rotterdam / Rotterdam Marriott Hotel: Marriott's Rotterdam-area full-service hotels compete for the same multinational corporate events and premium leisure stays reachable via A16 from Dordrecht.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hoteldordrecht
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/VanderVlogValkExclusief
• Facebookfacebook.com/HotelDordrecht
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/van-der-valk-hotel-dordrecht

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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