Grand Hotel Opduin

I have read some of the other reviews and am shocked. I have been here 8 times, as part of a conference every year - and have been delighted every time. The breakfast is great - choice of eggs, waffles, pancakes, bacon, sausages, fresh fruit, yoghurt, cereals, several types of bread, cold meats, salads - everything. Don't know what the other reviewers are complaining about, it's way better than most hotel breakfasts I eat (and I travel a lot for business). I had lunch and dinner here too - the roasted celeriac salad with beetroot (and beetroot ketchup, yum) would not be out of place in a michelin starred restaurant. Service has always been helpful and staff are always available at the desk. Rooms vary in size - the smaller ones are a bit cramped for two but the bigger rooms are majestic, especially with views of the dunes. It's always clean and cosy - more like visiting a friends house than a sterile business hotel. Great for walks to the beach or local restaurants, dog-friendly too. I will be back with my 3 dogs next year for summer. A superb hotel with excellent food and service.

Rooms very small but lovely location. Experience ruined by Sven, their very rude waiter in the dining room. He was so unpleasant, we left and ate elsewhere. He obviously has some anger management issues and is definitely in the wrong job.

Our experience at Hotel Opduin was an absolute disaster from the moment we arrived. Upon entering the breakfast room, no one greeted or assisted us, leaving us to wander in search of a free table. This first sign of disorganization and lack of professionalism immediately foreshadowed what we were about to encounter. The food was of an unacceptable quality for a four-star hotel. The eggs were terribly cooked, an inedible mess. The bread and croissants looked like they were bought from a third-world market, so unappealing to see and eat. The little hot food available was literally disgusting, all overcooked, making the dishes dry and tasteless. The fruit corner was a desolate sight: pieces of fruit that seemed days old, bruised, and lacking freshness. It's evident that the management has no regard for the quality of the products offered to their guests. During the entire breakfast, no waiter approached our table to see if we needed anything or to provide even the minimal level of service. The staff's attitude was indifferent and neglectful, more engaged in joking and laughing among themselves than doing their job. Overall, the service was practically non-existent. The waiters seemed totally uninterested in providing a pleasant experience for the guests. The prices were exorbitant, completely unjustified compared to the quality offered. I cannot understand how such a hotel can be considered luxurious, given the total lack of attention to detail and poor service. In summary, Hotel Opduin was the worst place I have ever stayed. Not only do I not recommend it to anyone, but I strongly advise everyone to avoid it at all costs. It is a tourist trap, where you pay a high price for a degraded and disappointing experience. The only redeeming quality is the natural beauty of the island of Texel, which has nothing to do with this terrible hotel. Save your money and look elsewhere for a place to stay, because here you will find nothing but disappointment and frustration.!

Me and my mother had a room facing the dunes and it was an absolutely amazing! The view was great and the room was extremely spacious. Our dog loved the room and also the closeness of the beach and the forest. When we had our breakfast, we were amazed by the amount of products they offered and the quality, it was for sure the best breakfast we had in any hotel in Europe. Definitely would recommend it to anyone!

Booked a night here due to its proximity to the water, shopping, and bike rental. Absolute highlight of our trip! The rooms were cozy, the bed was very comfortable, the pool was a blast (lots of water toys that are fun for adults to mess around with), and the breakfast, I still dream about it. They had a full spread with breads, meats, cold cuts, cheeses, yogurt (made with a local berry, amazing!!), fruit, and so much more, on top of fresh orange juice, a coffee bar, and champagne. I'm celiac (gluten-free) and felt comfortable with the options. Everyone spoke perfect English so it made up for our questionable Dutch.