The hotel looked very nice from the outside and resturaunt area was clean and tidy. My room was on the very top floor and despite it having been apparently "refurbished" the room was quite smelly with wallpaper coming off the walls. The TV was so small and high on the wall that it was difficult to see anything. I asked to move rooms but was told "No, we're fully booked". There was a lot of banging noise from the street which kept me awake all night. This was not drunken revellers as it was a weeknight and not many people on the streets. Food was ok and service was generally ok but I hope I never have to go back.

There are only two hotels in Assen, the Van der Valk which is pricey and as soon as you leave reception it drops to 2 stars
The De Jonge is not as posh, however the staff are 5 star, they are respectful and yet friendly, I travel often on business and always make sure I get a comfy hotel that I will be happy to return to and the De Jonge is just that, a comfy great place to stay, right in the middle of all the shops
It just goes to show that Richard ( the manager ) knows his stuff

Hotel is quite close to a very noisy club...very difficult to sleep with the noise (they do supply earplugs though).

Note that there is no air-conditioning.

The Hotel de Jonge is only 5 min walk from the station. And is in the heart of Assen. Near all the shops, pubs and restaurants. Assen is a nice city with as much going on as you would like to find. It can be a quiet place, or on TT weekend, a very lively city indeed!

This hotel has very comfortable rooms with ensuite bathrooms, TV, clock radio and wifi internet (T-mobile additional cost.). It is now a Best Western Hotel. Nothing too fancy, but very clean and comfy.

I read a comment about the noise on weekends. The rooms facing the alley can be noisy on Fri and Sat. So ask for a quiet room. But they usually place earplugs on your pillow on the weekend! Not a problem if your window is closed really. I've stayed there for over a year and only have been disturbed twice with noise.

The restaurant has fantastic food with daily specials (3 course €15). Market day on wed and Sat right outside the hotel. Lots of interesting things there. Smoking is still allowed in Hollands pubs and restaurants so sitting outside in the summer is nice. Can get a bit smokey inside in winter but they do have a non-smoking section.

The staff are professional and courteous. But in true Dutch custom, they are not working for tips, so if you want another beer or a bill..you might have to stand up and wave. Or do as I did...learn to relax and sit and enjoy people watching. They will get to you eventually. Life is pretty relaxed in Holland. And it is nice when you get used to it.

While in Assen also check out Pandius Pub, Cheers Pub, Pizzeria Isabella, Bojangles Restaurant and de Kroon restaurant (try the Gambas!). Also drop into Noya Grillhouse for a Turkish Pizza Kebab - fantastic!