Boutique Hotel STAATS, Haarlem Tucked away in a former school building from 1870, you will find one of Haarlem's most distinctive boutique hotels. No standard rooms, no standard atmosphere. Instead, 23 completely unique rooms, designed by interior designer Michel Ruijgrok with a distinct taste for bold combinations of materials, colors, and styles. No two rooms are the same, yet all are equally comfortable. The atmosphere at STAATS is relaxed and warm. You are welcomed with genuine attention, not with protocol. Professional where necessary, informal where possible. Located on a quiet residential street, within walking distance of the station and the historic center, STAATS offers tranquility without you missing a thing. Amsterdam and the beach? About 15 minutes by train. And the building itself has a story. The Brasserie Lounge was once a gymnasium. A plaque in the hallway commemorates the school days. And somewhere in the building lies a hidden cellar that served as a shelter during World War II. Not accessible, but it gives STAATS a depth you won't find in any other hotel. Welcome. You are in the right place.