Paal 8 Hotel aan Zee

This was a dream stay. The room was so spacious and since I had taken the love package, we received Bubbles & the bed was decorated. Although we both would have liked the bed to be decorated with real flowers instead of artificial but I also understand the decision behind it. We loved the balcony and the beach view it had provided. Wish we could have stayed longer. We also appreciated the options for renting bike directly from the Hotel.

The options at breakfast could have been more with a little more variety but it was still good for the options that were served.

the location was really close to the beach, lot’s to do as long as you like us water obsessed: kite, parasailing,swimming,surfing. the room was huge ( we had a large family suite 100m2), dogs allowed and had to be taken with to breakfast and dinner. I kindly asked if it would be ok to leave mine in the room for it’s an older guy taken out of shelter , he’d be stressed and then disturbing. The staff was super nice and let him in the room. 1dog kept barking 24/7. always on the balcony.?

The room was huge had a balcony going round,-dinning table, and kitchenette.cooking was impossible (microwave only),though dishes were all there and neat. the balcony could be refurbished, there were some space in-between most planks,3 out of 7 doors ( nice and huge as said) didn’t close properly, they are made out of wood.Since it’s north side, you feel the wind. However the modern fake open fire made you feel cosy. we had good weather. I would ask for a room on south next time. Breakfast was ok but not huge as stated. The drinks at the bar were nice. However we dined only 2 in the restaurant: pricey unless you take the 42,5€ menu of the day,but you’ll leave hungry. First evening we had from the card and it didn’t taste.

Location is amazing, in the dunes and just a couple of minutes from the beach. The room (large family suite) was very spacious. The decor is not the most modern, but everything was clean and comfortable. Nice that I could bring my dog with me (for an extra fee). The mini kitchenette was really handy (sink, fridge, microwave, kettle, cutlery & crockery).

The room was very hot (outdoor temperatures were reaching ~25C during the day) and there was no aircon. At night time we could open the balcony doors and this helped to keep things cool during the night, but then you are exposed to noises and cigarette smoke from other guests. The TV had very few channels to choose from (as an english speaker... no BBC1 or BBC2, no TLC, no National Geographic, etc etc... which are usually standard). The staff in the restaurant were extremely unfriendly and the food was at best mediocre - healthy but lacking flavour. Sometimes there was dog pee in the lift. Toiletries could be improved - would really like a liquid soap in the toilet and bathroom for hand washing - for hygiene reasons I don't want to share a bar of soap with others.

We got a nice family room with two floors including 2 balconies (one with sea view). The living room was very large so also with poor weather you can enjoy the stay at this hotel. The dunes and the beach are just in front of the hotel Very friendly staff Very quiet at night Public parking 100m away Very good breakfast (only missing the "on demand" prepared eggs e.g. omelette, fried eggs)

Very good breakfast although the only missing were the "on-demand" prepared eggs e.g. omelette, fried eggs The pool is too small for a real swim (it is refreshing after the sauna)

The outlet in the bathroom did not supply enough voltage to run a hair dryer or curling iron. No other place with a mirror in the room for a lady to do her hair.

Americans like ice in their drinks, so a small ice machine in a common area would work. That will keep guests from bothering the bar person for ice.

This was the best hotel we ever was in. Loved the location close to the beach and sea. Hotel was very nice, comfortable. Our room was big, clean and offered all comfort we needed for our staying. I very regret that i couldnt bring my dog with me, because hotel and even whole island is very dog friendly. Breakfest was always nice, love the small pancakes or whatever its called! :) We also ate in restaurant and then ordered room service - gosh, i think i never had better food!!!! It was not even that much expensive. Please tell your cook that room 117 sends regards one more time, because we will deffinitely dream about his delicious meals. Hotel is also in close range into harbor (we had free ride to hotel and from hotel) and to some other villages, so its really worth to borrow bikes and go explore.

I did not had my dog with me! We wish we could stay longer :)

Very clean, friendly, great location, great food

Pool was more for kids enjoyment than adults. As adults without kids it’s nice to have separate kid & adult wellness areas.

the hotel is beautifully located in the middle of the dunes and close to the beach. it has great facilities, good breakfast and bike rental. we had a very nicely decorated, spacious and clean suite. staff are very friendly!

the restaurant is rather expensive and on the evening of our arrival the only option was a 7-course dinner by a ‘top chef’ that we could have lived without. strange experience.

Location is unbeatable. Very luxurious vibe and friendly staff. Dogs welcome! Great kitchen too, top breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Pool is a little uninspired.

very spacious room with a beautiful view on the dunes and sea. With an evening sun on our terrace. Breakfast was good and we also had dinner in the restaurant which was also of good quality. The location next to the dunes and sea is magnificent and excellent for a morning run.

no negative things to mention