Hotel 1635 in Haarlem

We booked a weekend stay in Haarlem Hotel Suites as part of a family holiday for my wife and two sons. We had booked two hotel suites. The team at the desk were very welcoming and offered us free drinks and refreshments upon arrival. However, important to note that our hotel suites were in fact apartments and that the apartments were approximately 50 yards away from the stated address. Both apartments were situated above a busy street with bedroom windows opening onto the street. Since it was a weekend, there was a lot of noise from the street, and since neither apartment had air conditioning, we needed to keep the windows open to stay cool. Unfortunately this meant that we did not get a good night sleep on either night. Both apartments were on the second floor of their respective buildings and both were accessed by a steep stairs. Otherwise, the apartments themselves were really well equipped with a lovely kitchen, bathroom and living area. We had a lovely time overall, but important for potential customers to understand that these hotel suites are really just short term apartment lets and that HHS is not really a hotel in the traditional sense. In this respect, I believe that the name "Haarlem Hotel Suites" is somewhat misleading. While the apartments were very comfortable, spacious and well equipped, the apartments that we were allotted were not really suitable for families and particularly not suitable if you have any mobility issues, given the steep staircase, especially if you have heavy luggage. I think the HHS would be a good option for young couples visiting for a party weekend or perhaps groups coming for a hen/stag visit, given the location which is really central and adjacent to great restaurants, pubs etc. Definitely not a good option if you value a good night's sleep. The staff were very courteous, helpful, and generous with complementary drinks etc. but important to note that the reception is open only during daytime hours.