View from the bedroom of De Zee suite
Located in the charming former fshing village of De Durgerdam on the shores of the Ijmeer lake lies our tranquil hideaway. A 17th century inn thoughtfully transformed into a 14-room boutique hotel with lowkey yet the place to be restaurant, De Mark. Navigate the slow lane from Amsterdam: just 15 minutes brins you to our sweet-spot refuge between meadows and shore. An oasis where you can enjoy soulful food from the heart, a swim in the lake, the sun-kissed jetty and fantastic views. Whatever the occasion may be, rest assured you will enjoy your city escape and leave well-fed, well-rested and inspired. Welcome to De Durgerdam.
Sit back, relax and take in the views of the lake in the lounge at De Durgerdam
Invite your nearest and dearest for an intimate, meaningful celebration at our lakeside hideaway. Whether it is a birthday, wedding or family and friends getaway, De Durgerdam creates a memorable backdrop for any celebration accompanied by sensational food and fne wine.
Want to enjoy the cosy yet stylish ambience of De Mark just with you and your loved ones? Whether in our intimate wine snug, or taking over the whole restaurant we are excited to curate a private dining experience just for you.
Cloaked in natural hues that refect Durgerdam’s nature, De Mark is an unassuming yet decidedly en vogue dining hotspot, curated by Michelin-star chefs. De Mark invites you to savour nourishing, imaginative and soulful food. Within a homely yet stylish setting, anticipation grows for the tempting dishes that grace your table.
Local, fresh and seasonal underpin the menu where old favourites are handled with a respectful, light touch, familiar classics are bold and unfussy and humble ingredients creates dishes that simply taste good. Pair with a bottle from the wine cellar which has a selection that will satisfy ambitious oenophiles.
Behind the scenes of De Mark restaurant is a resolute team of culinary artists. Head Chef Koen Marees collaborates with Amsterdam’s gourmet heroes Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot of Michelin-star restaurants 212 and Bistro de la Mer to forge a fresh, gastronomic voyage. With a food philosophy that sources from the sea, local cheese farmers and the fertile felds around De Durgerdam, the innovative, robust yet familiar menu is set to impress.
Roasted coad, cream of burnt peas and vin jaune sauce
With a convivial atmosphere and gourmet cuisine, De Mark restaurant could easily be the location of your next gathering, party or private dining event – a space suitable for up to 50 people.
With space up to 58 guests, our terrace is unmistakably one of the best in the city for al fresco dining. Longing for a long table experience? We have got you covered and can provide one long table, seating up to 36 guests.For a more casual setting, we can host a reception for up to 60 guests.
The panoramic views and peaceful location of De Durgerdam make this an ideal place for intimate culinary gathering! In our De Zee Suite, that seats 6 to 8 guests, you’ll fnd the lake, cosy freplace and solid wood table the perfect setting to private dining with your loved ones.
With a hideaway, reclusive feel, the Drawing Room with its vintagetiled fooring is a carefully curated, book-lined space where you can retreat from the buzz of the restaurant. For a small group, this is a stylish spot to gather, be invigorated by contemporary art, and enjoy the help-yourself honesty bar alongside bites from the kitchen.
How lucky are we to have the lovely Durgerdam church just across the street from us? Built in the 17th century, this protected national monument makes a lofty, atmospheric place for any event. The church can ft up to 120 seated guests, 150 standing guests and 80 sit-down dinner guests. Its fexible usage is based upon availability. It's a highly sought after venue, but we know the caretaker.
Boating is a great way to experience and discover both Amsterdam and Durgerdam from the water. A transfer from Amsterdam Central Station to De Durgerdam is a memorable one. Hop on board on our historic saloon boat De Eeuw (1905) and enjoy the ride. De Eeuw was used as a management ship of the Royal Dutch Steamboat Company (KNSM) for the daily management of crossings and special trips with guests. Restored to its former glory and modifed with an electrical motor, De Eeuw offers modern comfort set within old charm and offers space up to 12 people.
With just 11 rooms and 3 suites, staying at De Durgerdam is an intimate experience. Set within the 17th century main building and the adjoining guesthouse, fnd bedrooms full of tactile comfort, thougtful details, practical solutions, a very comfortable reading chair and heritage design. Whether you are staying solo, with friends or family, a night at De Durgerdam is one to remember.
Our 4 classic, 5 garden, 2 Special and 3 suites are designed to be comfortably luxurious and offer an intimate space to wind down and a fantastic night’s sleep.
You can trust us to take care of your every need like a Hypnos king size bed, a comfortable reading chair, temperature control, a rain shower and access to our natural 'pool' (the infnite IJmeer lake), but to make your stay extra special we have added sleep experience light and temperature control, local biscuits and treats, a radio to listen to your favourite station, a yoga mat and dumbells, a clothing steamer and a team at your disposal to help with anything you require. For those who like to venture out to explore Durgerdam and its surrounding the Dutch way, we have both regular and electrical Veloretti bikes available for rent.
Once the lively hub of the fshing village, its light had begun to fade. We’ve revived the building in which the De Durgerdam sits for a bright new future by taking bones from the past, creating an idyll for today, whilst safeguarding the building for over 250 years. Achieving this is a process and requires several actions in all different stages from development to operations. Some are related to the building, some related to our people and the experience we offer, but all equally important.
We like to consider ourselves forerunners in sustainability. So that means doing better wherever we can. Lowering emissions is key, from the big, focal areas like heat pumps, solar panels, the reusage of 150.000 liters of water, a composting machine, and gas-free heat to the little details like our herb garden, insect hotel and the repurposed upholstery on the chair you sink into, wondering why it’s just so comfortable. And although we won’t ever sit back and relax when it comes to sustainability we may change and grow within this innovative feld – because fuidity and fexibility are the core tools we will need to do better. We don’t see it as a choice; this is the only way forward. We hope you’ll join us on our journey.
The Fast Way 15 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station and De Zuidas by car/taxi
We have our own private parking with space up to 18 cars. Please note this is subject to availability.
The Dutch Way 30 minutes by bike (20 minutes by electric bike) from Amsterdam Central Station.
The Romantic Way 1-1.5 hours by private boat hire from the city center of Amsterdam. Durgerdam has its own yacht harbor for those who wish to come with their own boat.
