BE SURPRISED IN NULAND

The renovation took a bit longer than expected, but that is all behind us now. One of the first Van der Valk Hotels has undergone a complete transformation. And how! Step into the completely renovated Van der Valk Hotel Nuland- 's-Hertogenbosch and let yourself be pleasantly surprised.

EVA VAN MEIJL
PHOTOGRAPHY: NOPOINT STUDIO'S

For Wendy van der Valk, it remains special that she is in charge of the hotel where she used to walk around as a little girl. The fact that the major renovation of the hotel, which is such an important place for the family, is now almost completed makes it even more special. Wendy says: 'In 1968, my grandfather Gerrit and grandmother Toos opened Hotel Nuland. The desire for a major renovation had been there for a long time to keep up with the times. Five years ago, we finally started. Due to more demolition being necessary than originally thought and because of the COVID-19 pandemic, everything was delayed significantly. By the end of 2022, we were almost ready, but then unfortunately a fire broke out, causing the opening to be postponed for several months.'

FROM ZERO TO NULAND

When creating the construction drawings, the history was taken into account. 'We should never lose sight of the ideology. We also refer to it as "From zero to Nuland". We have compiled this information about the history, complete with years, so that our employees can inform guests about the special history of this place. It was my grandfather and grandmother who once started here, and it seemed nice to honor them during the renovation. That's why there is, among other things, a mural of my grandfather with the tulip named after him and my grandmother with her 'Toos rosé'. You can also see a family portrait of their family with seven children in the hotel bar.' Bar 1862 "De Gouden Leeuw" refers to the very first restaurant of the family, where it all began in Voorschoten. The twelve new rooms have also been given names with years and hotel names of the first Van der Valk Hotels.

MANY EYECATCHERS

At Gerrit's restaurant, you can enjoy a delicious meal. "We offer Gerrit's classics as well as modern dishes like sushi and an extensive high tea. You can even cook your own steak on a stone at your table. Children are also well taken care of, they can help cook during the Live Cooking brunches on weekends. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere. I really like the many lamps in different colors. In every room, you can find an eye-catching detail. The decor is truly complete with these details. For example, the bar has a large wooden element that looks like a growing tree, isn't it fantastic?"

Everything has been thought of, down to the smallest details.

At the end of May, the block with 32 new suites will be completed. 'There will be themed suites, such as a cinema suite and a green suite full of plants. We offer facilities that you don't have at home. Next year, the new fitness center and spa will open, with a large whirlpool on the rooftop. Additionally, we plan to build a new building at the back with 93 rooms and 30 apartments. We are not completely finished yet, it will only get even better here!'

CENTRAL LOCATION

Looking back, the years of renovation were intense, but Wendy could rely on a good team. Daniela van der Valk took care of the interior design. 'I think it's very impressive how she envisioned everything and made the right choices, even when things didn't go as planned. She did a fantastic job. Moreover, I think it's great that other family members also often came to help; they were grouting tiles, carrying tables, and unpacking chairs. Many family members grew up here, this remains the central place of our family. It's wonderful to hear that guests find everything so beautiful and that they emphasize that the homely feeling and warm atmosphere have been preserved. Although I am most happy that grandma finds the renovated hotel so beautiful. She is really very proud.'