From Hobby to Hospitality: The Van der Spek Family’s Journey with Hotel Tatenhove

Looking for a stay that feels personal, warm, and thoughtfully run from the ground up? Hotel Tatenhove in De Koog, Texel shows how family passion can shape every detail of your experience—from the friendly welcome to the chef-led dinner that caps your day. This is the story of how the Van der Spek family guided Hotel Tatenhove into a beloved three-star base by the woods, dunes, and sea.

A short timeline of Hotel Tatenhove

Hotel Tatenhove blends deep Texel roots with modern comfort. Here’s the journey at a glance:

• 1934 — The Van Tatenhove family opens a namesake guesthouse in De Koog. Guests are still welcomed in the same building today—now transformed into a modern hotel with luxurious rooms and many facilities.
• 2001 — The Van der Spek family takes ownership of Landgoed Hotel Tatenhove. Brothers Ansgar and Joram embark on the adventure together with their parents.
• 2018 — Ansgar and Joram officially take the helm together and continue to develop the hotel.
• Today — A cosy three‑star hotel set by the forest and close to dunes and sea—an ideal base for a few days on Texel or a weekend away. Expect a warm welcome and a friendly, homely atmosphere throughout your stay.

Meet the brothers behind Hotel Tatenhove

Ansgar van der Spek — Hotel Manager and Co‑Owner

Ansgar leads the team with a clear credo: “Everyone must feel at home with us.” That philosophy shows up in genuine hospitality, personal attention, and a warm atmosphere—qualities that define the guest experience at Hotel Tatenhove.

Joram van der Spek — Chef and Co‑Owner

Joram apprenticed with star chef Jef Schuur in Den Hoorn. Eager to bring quality to hotel dining, he launched daily changing surprise menus, a creative approach that earned multiple prizes at the Texel Culinair food festival. Under his leadership, the kitchen focuses on fresh, pure flavours with seasonal menus and fresh ingredients—preferably local and regional, and sometimes exotic.

Together, the brothers remain proud stewards of the hotel and invest for the long term: a new wing with spacious rooms, solar panels, a bicycle shed, and a warmly styled restaurant interior—all guided by their commitment to, in their words, “keep surprising our guests.”

Why family‑run hospitality feels different

Family‑run hotels often stand out for consistency, care, and character. At Hotel Tatenhove, that comes to life in everyday moments:

• Consistency you can feel: With the owners present and engaged, standards remain personal and high—from housekeeping to the dining room.
• Attentive, human service: Ansgar’s home‑from‑home approach means small touches and genuine check‑ins that make you feel looked after.
• Characterful cuisine: Joram’s chef‑led kitchen ties your stay to Texel’s seasons, landscapes, and produce.
• Ongoing investment: Enhancements like the new wing, solar panels, and restaurant design show a long‑view commitment to comfort and sustainability.

These qualities add up to a hotel stay that feels warm, personal, and memorable—not just a place to sleep, but a place to belong.

The restaurant: the heart of Hotel Tatenhove

Step into the restaurant—the heart of the hotel—and you’ll find comfortable chairs, a magnificent view over the fields and the large hotel pond, and a daily rhythm that frames your day on Texel.

• Breakfast — Start with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and everything the breakfast buffet offers.
• Lunch — Enjoy a relaxed midday bite from a small menu in the same inviting space.
• Dinner — Every evening, the kitchen serves a three‑course dinner as a surprise menu—always freshly prepared, with pure flavours that follow the seasons.

Pricing and reservations for dinner

• At the table: € 47,50 p.p. (please reserve by 16:00)
• Half board: € 30,00 p.p.p.n. (pre‑booked, for all days of your hotel reservation)
• Dietary needs or allergies? Share them with the team and they will gladly accommodate.

To reserve a table or share dietary needs: +31 (0) 222-317274 or info@hoteltatenhove.nl.

Rooted in Texel history, set by nature

Hotel Tatenhove’s location is part of its charm: right by the forest and close to dunes and sea. That means easy access to walks under the pines, breezy dune paths, and long stretches of Texel beach. After a day outside, return to a cosy setting where the welcome is as restorative as the landscape.

Quick answers (for fast readers and featured snippets)

• Who owns Hotel Tatenhove? Hotel Tatenhove is owned by brothers Ansgar and Joram van der Spek, who have run it together since 2018 after starting the adventure with their parents in 2001.
• Where is Hotel Tatenhove? Bosrandweg 202, 1796 NK De Koog – Texel. The hotel sits by the forest, close to dunes and the sea.
• Does the restaurant serve dinner daily? Yes. The hotel serves a daily three‑course dinner as a surprise menu, prepared fresh with seasonal ingredients.
• How much is dinner? € 47,50 p.p. at the table (reserve by 16:00). Half board is € 30,00 p.p.p.n. when pre‑booked for all days of your stay.
• Can you accommodate diets/allergies? Yes—please inform the team when reserving.

Practical tips for making the most of your stay

• Secure your spot at dinner early. Reserve your table by 16:00 to enjoy the evening’s three‑course surprise menu.
• Consider half board. If you plan to dine in each night, the € 30,00 p.p.p.n. half‑board rate (pre‑booked for all days) offers value and convenience.
• Share dietary needs in advance. The kitchen will gladly accommodate allergies or preferences when they know ahead of time.
• Start with breakfast, savour lunch. The breakfast buffet sets the tone for the day; the small lunch menu keeps things easy between adventures.
• Soak in the setting. Choose a seat overlooking the fields and hotel pond—a calming Texel view in any season.
• Explore the surroundings. With forest, dunes, and sea nearby, plan walks or bike rides that begin right from the hotel.
• Browse what’s on offer. Before you arrive, explore the hotel’s pages for Rooms, the Restaurant, Arrangements, Last‑Minute offers, the Location overview, or the 360 tour for a preview of spaces.

Plan your visit: quick facts

The spirit that guides Hotel Tatenhove

When the Van der Spek family took over in 2001, they didn’t arrive with decades of hotel experience—but they did bring entrepreneurial drive and a shared vision of hospitality. That spirit shows in every chapter since: a chef‑led kitchen, guest‑centric service, and thoughtful investments—from the new wing with spacious rooms to solar panels, a bicycle shed, and a cosy restaurant interior. The result is a hotel that stays true to Texel’s character while continually elevating the guest experience.

Conclusion: Come feel at home on Texel

From a bold family adventure to a welcoming three‑star hotel, Hotel Tatenhove proves how passion and persistence can create a place where guests truly feel at home. Whether you’re here for the forest paths, the dunes and sea, or Joram’s creative dinner menu, you’ll find comfort, warmth, and the personal attention that make stays memorable.

Ready to plan your trip?

• Explore Rooms, the Restaurant, Arrangements, Last‑Minute options, and the Location overview.
• Reserve your dinner or share dietary needs: +31 (0) 222-317274 or info@hoteltatenhove.nl.
• Book your stay and experience the Van der Spek family’s hospitality—“we want to keep surprising our guests”—for yourself.