Our Story

About DDK Hospitality

A historic castle estate with a new hospitality purpose — where heritage, gastronomy and modern comfort come together.

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The Concept

A castle reborn as a destination

DDK Hospitality & Hotel Management is the hospitality division of DDK BV — a Netherlands-based company bringing together business experience and a bold vision for the future of travel.

At the heart of that vision is DDK Castle: approximately 22,000 m² of grounds beside ancient moats and the River Geul, bringing heritage, fine dining, executive accommodation and memorable events together in one estate.

Historic heritage. Timeless elegance. Exceptional hospitality.

DDK Castle beside the moat at dusk
Vision & Mission

Historic character. Refined hospitality.

Our Vision

DDK Hospitality’s vision is to create a distinctive destination shaped by the charm of a historic European castle and thoughtful, modern service. We’re bringing together memorable stays, dining, celebrations and exceptional guest experiences.

Our Mission

To deliver consistently exceptional hospitality to the professional standards of European hotel management — all within the extraordinary setting of a historic castle.

Every room, every meal and every service must reflect our commitment to making guests feel genuinely valued and welcomed.

Estate at a Glance

Scale and future potential

Upper rooms approximately 5 metres high and 65–85 m² already have prepared electrical, plumbing and heating connection points. Former servants’ circulation and preserved tower rooms add character and flexibility for later development.

22,000 m²Total estate
1,220 m²Castle, reception and restaurant
525 m²Gatehouse, residence, visitor centre and cafe
1,584 m²Sixteen apartments
825 m²Thirty-room hotel
75 mApproximate elevation
Part of DDK BV

The DDK BV Family

DDK Hospitality is a proud division of DDK BV — a Netherlands-based company operating across five sectors: Hospitality, Beauty & Fashion, Finance, IT Solutions, and Food & Beverage. Our parent company’s legacy of professionalism, cultural inclusion, and ethical practice underpins everything we do.

A New Chapter Begins

Ready to experience the castle?

Explore our rooms and services, or get in touch to plan your stay or event.