The Bulldog Hotel Covid-19 Information

LAST UPDATED : Sept 20 2021.  Please note that Corona regulations have been put in place by The Government of The Netherlands.  

Please note that Entry requirements are determined by The government of the Netherlands. More information for entry is found at :

https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/visiting-the-netherlands-from-abroad

Changes are in effect from September 25 2021 until at least November 1st 2021:

From Sept 25th, The Netherlands will eliminate the 1.5 m rule .  Mouth masks are only mandatory at Airports, Taxi’s and Public transportation.

Hotel Guests do not require a Corona Pass or Negative Test result to stay at the hotel. We are happy to provide free self test kits for anyone who wishes.

However, all visitors to our Lounge bar (and all catering and cultural locations in The Netherlands) must use an entry pass.

All EU citizens can use the Digital Covid Certificate/Green Pass (DCC) from their country of residence.

Non EU residents/Citizens are required to have a valid negative test in order to gain entry to Cafe’s, Bars, Restaurants and cultural institutions.

Paper Vaccination certificates, Non EU approved Apps (such as NHS) are not accepted through the Dutch Corona Pass system and entry will require a negative test result.

Therefore , those without a negative test result or Corona Pass, have access only to their room in the hotel and are not permitted in the lounge or coffeeshop.

https://www.government.nl/topics/coronavirus-covid-19/visiting-the-netherlands-from-abroad/requirements-for-proof-of-vaccination

If  you do not have a digital Corona Pass (DCC) and provide only a negative test result, you will be required to have a test result that is less than 24 hours old at all times. This means you may need to be tested daily if you are staying for more than one night. If your test result is older than 24 hours, you will be refused entry to the hotel lounge.

Until September 25th 2021 the following regulations remain in effect.

• Restaurants and bars may remain open provided all visitors have assigned seats that are placed 1.5 metres apart.
• All restaurants and bars must be closed from midnight until 06.00. Entertainment in the form of live performances and loud music is prohibited.
• Discos and nightclubs must close again.

Our Hotel Lounge bar is open from 10:00-24:00 daily. Guests must be seated and maintain a 1.5 m distance from each other.

The basic rules for everyone that still apply:

• Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly.
• Stay 1.5 metres away from other people.
• If you have symptoms, stay at home and get tested as soon as possible.

At locations where people are seated, they must be given assigned seats 1.5 metres apart. This means that in restaurants tables and chairs must be positioned a safe distance apart.

Registration and a health check are mandatory.

Additional information can be found here:

https://www.government.nl/latest/news/2021/07/09/no-choice-but-to-take-summertime-measures-in-face-of-rapid-increase-in-infections

Visiting The Netherlands:

• Prior to your departure to The Netherlands, Please check the information at: TRAVELLING TO THE NETHERLANDS.
• The Bulldog Hotel operates according the measures of the RIVM (National institute for public health and the environment). www.rivm.nl/en
• The Netherlands observes the 1.5m (6ft) society. Please follow this directive throughout the country.
• The use of a face mask is required when the 1.5 m distance cannot be observed,
• If you feel unwell or experience even minor symptoms of illness, DO NOT TRAVEL!

Staying at The Bulldog Hotel

During your stay, if you experience symptoms of any illness, even if minor, REMAIN IN YOUR ROOM and contact the front desk for assistance.

You can contact us by email to info@bulldoghotel.com, by phone: +31 (0) 20 620 3822 or via our property application (mews).

I. Prior to arrival:

• All Guests must complete the online check in process. A link to this is found in your booking confirmation. Please complete the details for each guest arriving.
• Prepayment by card of your booking is encouraged. You may contact us prior to arrival if you wish to prepay the booking and reduce your time at the front desk.

II. Arrivals/Check In:

• Use the Hand-Sanitizer upon entry to the hotel.
• Face masks are recommended in lifts and shared spaces.
• Guests must maintain a 1.5 m distance from others at all times, including queues at the front desk.
• A number of questions are asked via a QR code scanned by your smartphone. On arrival, please scan the QR code  and a Temperature check will be given to all guests.
• Prepayments are preferred. If you pay on arrival “contact free” payment is encouraged. If no other option permits, cash is accepted.
• All keys are disinfected prior to being issued to guests.

III. During your Stay:

• Use the one way traffic routes inside the hotel. Always observe the 1.5m Social Distance.
• At all times , follow the instructions of our hosts, security or staff.
• The elevator is permitted only for trips up to the Rooms/Terrace. Only guests who share a room are permitted in the elevator together. For trips downstairs, please use the stairs while maintaining a 1.5m distance from others.
• Contact reception by phone, email or messaging in our property app.
• Restrictions on the number of guests permitted in the bar and terrace are in place as per the RIVM guidelines.
• Food and Drinks are permitted on the roof terrace. Always observe the 1.5m Social Distance.

IV. Cleaning:

• Cleaning and Disinfecting is completed according to the measures of the RIVM (National institute for public health and the environment) www.rivm.nl/en.
• All public areas including the lobby, reception, elevator, door handles, toilets, tables are disinfected on a regular basis.
• To limit contact between guests and staff, rooms are cleaned on departure only. If you require Housekeeping services during your stay please contact the front desk.
• Disinfectant hand gel is available at the entrance and on strategic places on each floor. Please wash your hands frequently and always after coughing or sneezing.
• Staff are provided with gloves and masks as required.

V. Departure/Checkout

• Luggage storage is available free of charge. Use of the hand sanitizer is required before entering the luggage rooms.
• Please Return your key and passes to the reception.
• If you travel late in the day and wish to use the bar/lounge, please make a reservation with the front desk at check out as space is limited

IV. Right Of Refusal

• We reserve the right to refuse guests and traveling companions who may be exhibiting symptoms of illness.
• Upon arrival, guests who fail the questions and/or the temperature check will not be permitted inside the hotel, coffeeshops or lounge bar.
• We also reserve the right to refuse any travelling companions who share the same reservation or have been in close contact with the refused guest.
• Guests that do not adhere to the rules prescribed at the hotel, on our website or having been informed verbally, will be asked to leave the hotel.   We do not provide refunds for guests asked to leave for failure to follow our house rules.

If you have any concerns, questions or enquiries, Contact us anytime at: info@bulldoghotel.com and we are always happy to help.