Castricum, NetherlandsCastricum aan Zee
Zoomers aan Zee Strandhotel en Strandhuisjes
Dune-side timber lodge
Castricum aan Zee   Castricum, Netherlands
Opened
2020
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
ZoomersDune-side timber lodge
Built directly into the coastal sand, this energy-neutral lodge operates with digital door codes and an easygoing beach rhythm.
What it’s good at
Notable
Timber-clad exterior and exposed concrete ceilings styled with Dutch design brand HKliving.
Listed
Seasonal wooden strandhuisjes and dune-facing rooms set directly along the North Sea coast.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The wide North Sea beach lies directly out front, bordered by protected sand dunes and trails through the coastal reserve.
The rooms
Bamboo armchairs and sandy linen throws furnish each space, and larger rooms look straight out over the ocean waves.
At the table
Tables look straight out across the sand toward the North Sea, serving organic regional dishes with chilled wine.
How it began
Co-owner Carina Bijl grew up on this dune, where her parents once ran a seaside teahouse and snack bar.
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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.