Some hotels are all about the room, others about the restaurant. At Hotel Hoog Holten, it is the complete experience that draws you in. Hidden among the trees on the Holterberg, this characterful former hunting lodge sits where the landscape of Sallandse Heuvelrug National Park begins right at the doorstep. There is no busy traffic or urban rush here, just rustling leaves, birds in the trees, and the occasional squirrel or rabbit making an appearance. Step inside and the setting changes, but the sense of calm remains. Hoog Holten feels more like a welcoming country home than a formal hotel. Settle in at the cozy bar, retreat to the intimate library with a book, or take a seat in the distinctive oval-shaped restaurant. Owners Dominique van der Valk and Wilco Schuitemaker believe hospitality is at its best when it feels personal. Guests are often greeted by name, there is always time for a conversation, and nothing feels scripted. That relaxed atmosphere continues throughout the 24 rooms. From compact Tiny Rooms and comfortable guest rooms to more spacious Deluxe Rooms and two 50-square-meter suites with private terraces, each offers its own way to unwind after a day outdoors. Some overlook the forest or garden, while the suites allow you to step straight outside when the weather is fine. Hotel guests can also make complimentary use of the sauna facilities. And outside? One of the Netherlands’ most beautiful walking regions awaits. Hoog Holten is located directly on the Pieterpad long-distance trail and in the heart of Sallandse Heuvelrug National Park. Spend hours hiking or cycling through forest and heathland, then return to the warmth of the hunting lodge, enjoy complimentary use of the sauna facilities, a good glass of wine, and an elaborate dinner. It is precisely this transition from outdoors to indoors that captures the charm of Hoog Holten.