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About the Hotel

Blokhuisplein 40 Celblok H, Verdieping 1 En 2, Leeuwarden, Netherlands, 8911 LJ
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In the heart of the old town

Rooms

Alibi Hostel offers distinct accommodations in the former Leeuwarden prison. Guests can reserve several types of cells ranging from shared dorms for 5 to 18 people to private rooms with bunk beds and single beds. The private double rooms come with en-suite bathrooms, while all dormitories include lockers for guest belongings.

Location

Alibi Hostel is centrally located within the repurposed Blokhuispoort prison. This unique location provides easy access to the city's attractions, shops, and restaurants. Guests can reach the hostel within a 10-minute walk from the train station or via multiple bus lines.

Dining

The hostel includes a common room and bar located in the former women's wing of the prison. Breakfast is served in this area each morning, featuring a selection of bread, cheese, ham, and fruit. Guests can also enjoy a variety of drinks throughout the day in the lounge.

Activities

Alibi Hostel provides a bike rental service, allowing guests to explore Leeuwarden and its surrounding countryside for €5 a day. The hostel collaborates with local event teams to offer diverse programs and activities for groups. This makes the hostel suitable for organized outings or sports teams.

Common Areas

The hostel features a lounge area transformed from two repurposed cells, designed for relaxation with a movie or a book. A separate kitchen provides guests with facilities to prepare simple meals, enhancing the communal atmosphere. Bathrooms are conveniently located on the first floor with separate facilities for men and women.

Highlights

Location: located in the centre of Leeuwarden in the former prison

Rooms: 5 - 18 person bedroom (private)

Dining: served breakfast here

Activities: bike rental

Common Areas: lounge/ hangout

Must-do experiences

  • Take a scenic walk along the Alle Leiene for stunning views.
  • Visit the Fries Museum to dive into Frisian history and art.
  • Try the local dish, Fryske Maatjes, at a nearby fish market.
  • Explore the historic Oldehove tower and climb for a panorama.
  • Join a guided tour of the weaving workshop at the Walfried.
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Select your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
16 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Quadruple Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
12 m² 
2 Bunk beds
Shower
Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Leeuwarden500 m
Airports
Groningen Eelde (GRQ) 67.9 km
Train
Station Leeuwarden700 m
Leeuwarden Station700 m
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Services

  • Laundry

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
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Location

Blokhuisplein 40 Celblok H, Verdieping 1 En 2, Leeuwarden, Netherlands, 8911 LJ
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Blokhuisplein 40 Celblok H, Verdieping 1 En 2, Leeuwarden, Netherlands, 8911 LJ
Nearby
Museum
Frisian Museum
500 m
Event hall
O3 Leeuwarden
80 m
Emmakade 2
Emmakade Antiek
450 m
Nieuwe Oosterstraat
Winkelstraat Nieuwe Oosterstraat
240 m
Koningsstraat
Museumhuis Van Eysinga
390 m
Museum
Frisian Resistance Museum
570 m
Museum
't Andere Museum
560 m
Gallery
Galerie De Roos van Tudor
500 m
Tweebaksmarkt 52
Provincial House
220 m
Fountain
Mercuriusfontein
380 m
8911 HK Leeuwarden
Wilhelminaboom
540 m
Art object
Statue of Mata Hari
360 m
Restaurants
McDonald's
330 m
Wirdumerdijk 43
Frietstudio
390 m
Wirdumerdijk 20
Keukencafe TOTT
420 m
Grote Hoogstraat 30
De Yserman
420 m
Grote Hoogstraat 32
The Tosti Club Leeuwarden
410 m
Nieuwestad 137
Double B Bar & Kitchen
550 m
Weerd 18
Hema
500 m
Nieuwestad 126
Banhs & Coffee
490 m
Tuinen 23
Krist Vis & Dis
530 m
Tuinen
Garden of Asia
580 m
Voorstreek 51
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room