Vaals Hotels with Wi-Fi

Though we weren't expecting our rooms to be in the Kasteel itself, the accommodation in the modern blocks was corporate and dingy and though described as ”deluxe with a balcony” had no views of the ancient pile or anything of particular interest. To be honest, I have stayed in more interesting Travel Lodges in the UK and paid half the price. The whole place oozed mediocrity, from the check-in clerk who volunteered no recommendations on how to experience the Kasteel which was, in effect, sealed off to tourists, to our bathroom which had no natural light or air and a shower situated in the bath. All very disappointing. Dinner in the Old Water Mill was marred by a delay of 25 minutes before we saw a menu and extremely long gaps between courses which we put down to a shortage of kitchen staff or maybe a lack of english menus; both seemed plausible. The food itself was high quality/mid-range though definitely not gourmet or fine-dining. Oddly, Limburg wines were not included on the wine list but a very limited number of bottles from the best promoted vineyard in the region were available by the glass on request. The entremet was literally inedible though I appreciated the free glass of dessert wine I was given in compensation. Service had its faults such as asking us what we wanted to drink before we had been given any kind of drinks/wine list but was generally characterised by a sincere effort to provide attentive service. We opted not to have the breakfast buffet at 23 euros a throw and though the check-out clerk verbally acknowledged we hadn't partaken, somehow he included a line item on the bill ”breakfast excluded” which added 46 euros to the bill (yes, added) which we only discovered as we prepared to drive off. Utter stupidity and a symbolically apt end to our misadventure at Kasteel Vaalsbroek.

Het was onze 3de keer maar het was reeds jaren geleden. Verleden jaar zaten we het 1ste weekend van december in Van der Valk Maastricht. Wat ok was. Maar toen dacht ik ‘laten we het volgend jaar nog romantischer maken en naar Kasteel Bloemendal gaan’. Zogezegd zo gedaan.. Tot ik de maand voordien eens de reviews bekeek bekroop me een angstgevoel.. Minder vriendelijk, eten erg krap, alles erg duur… Enfin ik was erg op m’n hoede moet ik zeggen… Maar het is erg goed meegevallen. Zou liever een 4,5 geven vanwege geen Belgische tv zender. Net alsof wij Belgen echt zoo nietig zijn. Wij moeten op de iPad kijken…Denk heus wel dat ze ook een aardig beetje Belgisch cliënteel hebben. Verwelkoming was heel goed, aardige jongen. Kamer perfect!!! Mooi warm en alles heel netjes. Had hier al foto’s gezien van vuile kamers dus dat was een oef toen we de kamer zagen. Ontbijt was mega lekker. We zijn heel wat gewoon, we reizen veel, maar dat was een van de beste ontbijten. Diner….daar geef ik ook een 4,5 aan vanwege het petieterige maar het was oh zo lekker. Je kunt ook idd niet kiezen wat je eet. We zijn dat niet gewoon. Alles was wel heel smaakvol. Een steak tartare zouden wij nooit nemen maar dat was hemels. Met ons broodje en 3 gangen hadden we net genoeg. Mocht ietsje grotere portie zijn. Nog kleiner kon niet. Heel vriendelijke bediening. Heel goed bed. Grote parking. Over het decor en de kerstmis decoratie kan ik enkel in superlatieven spreken. Hoeveel foto’s we hier genomen hebben….Onze foto’s op sociale media zijn er vanuit de hall. De ligging is ook opperbest. Aachen, Maastricht..alles is dichtbij. We hopen dat we volgend jaar weer in december weer van de partij mogen zijn. Als de prijzen niet de pan uitswingen wel te verstaan. Bedankt aan alle medewerkers, jullie waren allemaal top!

Located in Vijlen, Hotel Restaurant Vijlerhof is within a 10-minute drive of Vaalsbroek Castle and Klooster Wittem. This golf hotel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Zuid Limburgse Golf and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from De Zuid Limburgse Golf & Country Club.While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.Enjoy a satisfying meal at Restaurant Vijlerhof serving guests of Hotel Restaurant Vijlerhof. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 14 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Domein Holset BruisendWijnHuis enjoys a location in Lemiers, a 17-minute walk from Vaalsbroek Castle and 5.4 miles from Historical Town Hall Aachen. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The property offers bike rental and features a garden and picnic area.The rooms come with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, the units come with bed linen and towels.A selection of options including local specialities, fresh pastries, and champagne are served for the buffet breakfast. There is a coffee shop, bar, and lounge.Guests at Domein Holset BruisendWijnHuis will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lemiers, like cycling.Aachen Central Station is 5.5 miles from the accommodation, while Theatre Aachen is 5.7 miles away. Maastricht-Aachen Airport is 22 miles from the property.

Located in Vijlen, Hotel Restaurant Uit de Kunst is within a 10-minute drive of Vaalsbroek Castle and Klooster Wittem. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Zuid Limburgse Golf and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from De Zuid Limburgse Golf & Country Club.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.Enjoy a satisfying meal at Restaurant Uit de Kunst serving guests of Hotel Restaurant Uit de Kunst.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.