De Plesman Hotel The Hague
The Hague, Netherlands
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Vibe
Aviation art and sleek retro seating draw an easygoing mix to the pillared lounge for afternoon wine and conversation.
“Monumental aviation citadel”
The 1939 brick KLM headquarters preserves the original revolving door, reception desks, and turbine-shaped ceilings.
Studio Nicemakers shaped retro mid-century interiors with warm burnt orange tones, bespoke woodwork, and curated sculpture.
Round-the-clock concierge arrangements, art-adorned corridors, and a signature suite housed inside Albert Plesman’s original wood-panelled office.
Between the city centre and Scheveningen beach, across from Madurodam beside the leafy Scheveningse Bosjes.
“Transforming the former headquarters of the Dutch aviation company KLM into a hotel for modern travelers feels like a fitting homage to the airline’s founder Albert Plesman.”
Rooms
Lofty ceilings and warm burnt orange tones frame mid-century furnishings, abstract patterned textiles, retro radios, and walk-in rainfall showers.
Wellness
A dedicated fitness studio features Technogym cardio and strength machines, complemented by Sunday morning yoga sessions and in-room massage treatments.
Backstory
Aviator Albert Plesman commissioned architect Dirk Roosenburg in 1939 to construct this monumental brick headquarters for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Eat & drink
Restaurant Suus prepares seasonal European fare, while Albert Bar and Lounge transitions from morning espresso to evening cocktails and Dutch beers.
The neighborhood
Nestled beside the Scheveningse Bosjes woods, the hotel offers quick bicycle access to both Scheveningen beach and the historic city centre.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.