Bloemendaal, NetherlandsBloemendaal aan Zee
Blendin Hotel Bloemendaal
North Sea dune lodge
Bloemendaal aan Zee Bloemendaal, Netherlands
Price
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Rated for
Design Wellness LocalOutside the door
The house
BlendinNorth Sea dune lodge
The lodge takes its rhythm from the North Sea coast, where long dune walks lead back to intimate lounges and sunset drinks.
What it’s good at
Notable
Limestone and zinc architecture holds a natural history installation by Darwin, Sinke & van Tongeren.
Listed
A rooftop infinity pool overlooks the North Sea, heated in summer and cold in winter.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The design is as memorable as the seaside setting, inspired by the local landscape and by the work of the conservationist Jac. P. Thijsse.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The North Sea beach sits just across the sand, and walking trails lead directly into Zuid-Kennemerland National Park.
The rooms
Auping beds sit against curved walnut paneling, and windows look out over the rolling dunes or the sea.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The second-floor infinity pool looks out over the North Sea, sitting beside a sauna on the annex roof.
The spa
Restaurant
The Blonde
Round green marble tables and curved banquettes fill the sunlit dining room, which serves North Sea oysters and local game.
At the table
A curved wood bar pours cocktails in intimate alcoves, and the outdoor terrace looks across the dunes.
How it began
A shuttered beach canteen once occupied this entrance, replaced by limestone pavilions linked by a raised dune footbridge.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.