Frequently Asked Questions
What type of establishment is Golden Tulip Ampt van Nijkerk?
It is a modern 4-star hotel situated at the edge of the Veluwe in central Netherlands, offering extensive facilities and attractive packages for guests.
Where is the hotel located?
The address is Berencamperweg 4, 3861 MC Nijkerk, Netherlands, just north of Amersfoort and close to the Veluwe nature area.
How many rooms and suites are available?
The hotel provides 140 rooms and suites, all rated at 4-star level.
What standard amenities are included in every room?
All rooms feature a flatscreen television and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Which spa facilities can hotel guests use for free?
Guests have free access to the swimming pool, sauna and Turkish steam bath.
Is there an additional charge for any wellness services?
Yes, use of the solarium is available at an extra fee.
Does the hotel offer dining on-site?
Yes, Restaurant De Baron serves either classical catering or à la carte meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients.
Are meeting and event spaces available?
The property has 16 multifunctional rooms suitable for meetings, receptions, symposia and parties.
Is parking provided and what does it cost?
Free parking is available on the hotel's own grounds.
Does the hotel provide free internet?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is offered in public areas, guest rooms and meeting halls.
What telephone number can I call for information or reservations?
You can reach the hotel at +31 33 247 1616.
What is the contact email address?
Send inquiries to info@goldentulipamptvannijkerk.nl.
How can I make a direct reservation?
Use the “RESERVEER DIRECT” option on the website or contact the hotel by phone or email.
Why does the hotel recommend booking directly instead of through Booking.com?
Due to recent issues in receiving prepaid funds from Booking.com, the hotel may require guests to pay on arrival and reclaim the amount from Booking.com themselves.
What happens if my Booking.com payment is not received by the hotel on arrival?
The hotel reserves the right to charge you at check-in; you would then need to request a refund from Booking.com.
Does the hotel have a Corporate Social Responsibility policy?
Yes, the website includes an MVO beleid (CSR policy) section.
Are special holiday arrangements offered?
The site lists seasonal options such as Easter (PASEN) arrangements, though specific details are not provided.
Is the hotel active on social media?
Yes, the hotel maintains Facebook and Instagram accounts.
What is the hotel's official website address?
You can visit the hotel online at https://www.amptvannijkerk.nl to view information and make direct reservations.
Does Restaurant De Baron use locally sourced ingredients?
Yes. The restaurant’s kitchen team explicitly works with honest, locally sourced products, preparing every dish fresh and with care.
Where can I view current job vacancies at Golden Tulip Ampt van Nijkerk?
Up-to-date job opportunities are listed on the hotel’s official website in the “VACATURES” (Jobs) section.
Does the hotel offer special packages or arrangements in addition to standard room bookings?
Yes. The website highlights a variety of attractive arrangements and packages that guests can review and book directly online.
Where can I view the restaurant's menu?
You can find the current menu on the hotel's official website by selecting the “Menukaart” option within the Restaurant section.
Where can I find information about nearby attractions and things to do?
Details about the surrounding area, including nature spots and activities, are available in the “OMGEVING” (Surroundings) section of the hotel's website.
Can the hotel host wedding receptions or large celebrations?
Yes. The property’s 16 multifunctional rooms can be configured for receptions, symposia or parties, making it suitable for wedding celebrations and other large events.
Which dining venues are available at the hotel?
Guests can choose between Restaurant De Baron, which provides classical catering or freshly prepared à la carte dishes with local ingredients, and De Patio, an additional dining area listed in the Restaurant section of the website.
Are meeting packages available for business events?
Yes. The hotel offers several 'Vergaderarrangementen' (meeting packages) that combine meeting-room hire with catering and equipment; full details are provided in the Vergaderarrangementen section online.
Does the hotel offer charging stations for electric vehicles?
Yes. The hotel’s grounds include 44 charging points where guests can recharge their electric cars using their own cable and charge card.
How can I reach the hotel by public transport?
Take the local train to Nijkerk station (services run twice per hour from Amersfoort and Zwolle). From the station, bus 101 to stop Zilverschoon leaves you about a 10-minute walk from the hotel; taxis are also available at the station.
What are the opening hours of Restaurant De Baron?
Breakfast: Mon–Fri 07:00–10:30, Sat–Sun 07:30–11:00. Lunch (small menu): daily 12:00–17:00. Dinner: Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00, Sun 17:00–20:30.
When can guests use the hotel’s swimming pool?
The indoor heated pool is accessible daily from 07:00 to 23:00 for all hotel guests.
What are the opening hours of the Lounge, Bar and inner garden ‘De Patio’?
De Patio is open Monday–Thursday and Sunday from 11:00 to 23:00, and on Friday and Saturday from 11:00 to 00:00.
Can I request an early check-in or late check-out?
Yes. Early check-in and late check-out can be arranged subject to availability; please contact the hotel in advance for current pricing.
What are the opening hours of the sauna and Turkish steam bath?
All spa facilities, including the sauna and Turkish steam bath, are available daily from 07:00 to 23:00. The sauna and steam bath must be activated on request at reception so they can reach the proper temperature.
Is swimwear required in the spa area?
Swimwear is compulsory in the indoor pool. In the sauna and Turkish steam bath, wearing swimwear is not allowed.
How much does a session on the solarium cost?
The solarium operates with tokens that can be purchased at reception for €9 per token.
Are bathrobes, slippers and extra towels provided for the spa?
Towels are supplied in every guest room, and additional towels are available at reception. Bathrobes and slippers are not included but can be rented at reception for €9 per set, or guests may bring their own.
Are the sauna, steam bath and solarium accessible to guests with limited mobility?
No. These facilities are reached via a staircase and are therefore not accessible for wheelchair users or guests with reduced mobility; the swimming pool is located on the ground floor and remains accessible.
Does the hotel offer bicycle rental and what are the rates?
Yes. Standard bicycles can be rented for €15.50 per day and electric bicycles for €31.00 per day. Advance reservation is required, and a covered bike shed is available on-site.
Are pets allowed at the hotel and what is the fee?
Pets are welcome on request in Superior rooms. The surcharge is €24.00 per pet, per night.
Does the hotel provide rooms adapted for guests with reduced mobility?
Yes. The property is wheelchair-friendly and has one specially adapted guest room; note that the sauna, steam bath and solarium are only reachable by stairs while the swimming pool is on ground level.
Which categories of guest rooms are available?
Guests can choose from Comfort and Superior rooms, plus Junior and Executive suites. All categories include free Wi-Fi, climate control, flatscreen TV and coffee/tea facilities, with suites offering extra space, seating areas and additional amenities such as minibars.
What are the fees for a baby cot or an extra bed for children?
A baby cot for children up to 2 years costs €10.50 per night. Extra beds cost €27.00 per night for children aged 4–11 (including breakfast) and €48.00 per night for children 12 years and older (including breakfast). Advance reservation is required and subject to availability.
Is there secure bicycle storage on-site?
Yes. The hotel provides a covered bicycle shed where guests can safely store their bikes.
Which meeting packages are available and what do they include?
Meeting options range from 4-hour, 8-hour and 12-hour packages to 24-hour and 32-hour arrangements. All packages provide a personal host, unlimited coffee and tea in the foyer, plenary room use with standard AV equipment, Wi-Fi and free parking; longer packages add lunch, dinner and, where applicable, an overnight stay with breakfast.
Which seating arrangements can be selected when booking a meeting room?
The online reservation form allows you to choose from U-shape, Carré, School, Theater, Cabaret, Block or Round-table setups.
How large are the Junior and Executive suites?
Junior Suites provide about 41 m² of space, while Executive Suites are roughly 45 m².
What is the maximum capacity of the hotel's largest meeting space?
The combined Schoutenzaal 1+2+3 accommodates up to 300 people in theater style and offers 242 m² of floor area.
Do the guest rooms have air conditioning or climate control?
Yes. All guest room categories—Comfort, Superior, Junior Suite and Executive Suite—are equipped with individual climate control.
Do the meeting rooms receive natural daylight?
Yes. The published specifications for each meeting space indicate the presence of natural daylight, and several rooms also offer direct access to a terrace.
How can I reserve a meeting room?
Meeting spaces can be booked by completing the online “Vergaderzaal reserveren” form on the hotel’s website, where you enter dates, times, attendee numbers and preferred room setup, or by contacting the hotel directly by phone or email.
Does Golden Tulip Ampt van Nijkerk offer a shuttle service for guests?
Yes. The hotel can organise tailor-made shuttle services for your guests upon request; please contact the property directly to arrange details and pricing.
How many parking spaces are available on-site?
The hotel grounds provide around 1,000 free parking spaces for visitors, alongside 44 charging points for electric vehicles.
Are private swimming lessons available in the hotel pool?
Yes. One-to-one swimming lessons for the Dutch ABC diploma are offered in the indoor pool by Zwemschool Snorkeltje; advance reservation is required.
Can I book a guest room with a balcony or terrace?
Yes. Both Comfort and Superior rooms, as well as the Bridal Suite, can be booked with a balcony or terrace on request and subject to availability.
Is a dedicated Bridal Suite available at the hotel?
Yes. The romantic Bridal Suite features a king-size bed, seating area with an open fireplace, a whirlpool bath with spa and hydro functions, complimentary Wi-Fi and a private terrace.
What is the floor area of the Comfort and Superior rooms?
Both Comfort and Superior rooms measure approximately 22 m² each.
Do all guest rooms include coffee and tea making facilities?
Yes. Every room category—Comfort, Superior and the various suites—comes equipped with in-room coffee and tea facilities.
What is the starting price for a Comfort room excluding breakfast?
A Comfort room starts from €99.00 per room, excluding breakfast. This rate is based on availability and can be secured by booking directly with the hotel.
Is room service available for hotel guests?
Yes. Room service is offered in all guest room categories, including Comfort, Superior and the various suites.
What nearby attractions does the hotel recommend?
Highlighted nearby sights include Golf4all Harderwijk in Zeewolde (25 km), the Klederdracht & Visserijmuseum in Spakenburg (7.7 km) and Klimbos Ermelo adventure park (13 km).
Does the spa area have changing rooms, toilets and showers?
Yes. The spa facilities provide ample changing rooms, toilets and showers for guest use.
Is Golden Tulip Ampt van Nijkerk part of a larger conference and events organisation?
Yes. The hotel forms part of Hart van Holland, a central-Netherlands group that specialises in congresses and large-scale events.
What are the hotel’s corporate billing details for bank transfers?
Payments can be wired to IBAN NL45 ABNA 0594 9503 17 (BIC: ABNANL2A). For invoicing, the Chamber of Commerce (KvK) number is 32129512 and the VAT number is NL818841448B01.
Which family-friendly attractions are located near the hotel and how far away are they?
Recommended outings for children include Boerderij Pret indoor–outdoor playground in Ermelo (8.4 km away), DierenPark Amersfoort zoo (13.2 km) and Dolfinarium Harderwijk marine park (16.2 km). Each can be reached within roughly 10–20 minutes by car from the hotel.
Which audiovisual equipment is included with the meeting packages?
All published meeting packages include standard audiovisual equipment provided in the plenary room, ensuring basic projection and presentation needs are covered. Specialised equipment can be arranged on request by contacting the hotel’s conference team.
What are the dimensions and seating capacities of Schoutenzaal 1, 2 and 3?
Schoutenzaal 1 measures 10.7 × 7.2 × 2.8 m (77 m²) and seats up to 70 in theatre style. Schoutenzaal 2 is 11.9 × 7.4 × 3.2 m (88 m²) with a 70-person theatre capacity. Schoutenzaal 3 matches the same seating setups as the first two rooms; detailed figures are identical to those listed for Schoutenzaal 1. Each room enjoys natural daylight and direct terrace access.
Which major motorways provide direct access to the hotel by car?
Golden Tulip Ampt van Nijkerk is easily reached via the A1 and A28 motorways, which connect the property to the national road network.
Which guest room category includes a whirlpool bath?
The dedicated Bridal Suite features a king-size bed, seating area with an open fireplace and a whirlpool bath equipped with spa and hydro functions.
How do I pay for using the electric vehicle charging points at the hotel?
You charge your car with your own cable and personal charge card, which you simply scan at one of the 44 on-site charging points before recharging.
How many tanning beds are available in the solarium?
The solarium consists of two separate sun-bed rooms located next to the sauna and Turkish steam bath.
What are the seating capacities of Schoutenzaal 1 in the most common room setups?
Schoutenzaal 1 accommodates 16 people (Block), 25 (U-shape), 28 (Carré), 40 (Cabaret), 21 (School), 70 (Theatre), 50 (Dinner) and 20 (Circle).
What are the seating capacities of Schoutenzaal 2 in the most common room setups?
Schoutenzaal 2 accommodates 16 people (Block), 25 (U-shape), 28 (Carré), 40 (Cabaret), 21 (School), 70 (Theatre), 50 (Dinner) and 20 (Circle).
What are the dimensions and seating capacities of the Collegezaal meeting room?
Collegezaal measures 10.5 × 6.4 × 4.0 m and offers 67 m² of floor space. Seating capacities are 70 (theatre), 30 (cabaret), 28 (Carré), 25 (school), 23 (U-shape), 17 (block) and 28 (circle).
What are the dimensions and seating capacities of Koopmanszaal 1?
Koopmanszaal 1 is 10.7 × 7.2 × 3.0 m with 77 m² of space. It seats 70 (theatre), 50 (dinner), 40 (cabaret), 28 (Carré), 25 (U-shape), 23 (school), 18 (block) and 36 (circle).
What are the opening hours of the solarium?
The solarium follows the general spa timetable and is available daily from 07:00 to 23:00 for hotel guests.