Successful business meetings practical meeting tips
Tips for a business meeting
Tips for a business meeting
How do you get the most out of your meeting?
A successful business meeting begins with good preparation. By setting clear goals in advance and establishing a clear agenda, all participants know what will be discussed, keeping the meeting efficient and organized. The choice of location plays an important role as well. A professional environment with comfortable rooms, good accessibility, and modern facilities contributes to a productive meeting.
Ensure the right facilities
During a business meeting reliable audiovisual resources and a stable internet connection are essential. Also think about ample parking space, comfortable meeting rooms, and appropriate catering for your guests. Small details, such as good coffee or a catered lunch, often create a more pleasant meeting experience and contribute to a professional image.
Keep your meeting interactive and efficient
An effective business meeting is not only about sharing information but also about interaction. Ensure participants remain actively engaged by allowing room for questions, brainstorming sessions, or short presentations. Additionally, consider the duration of the meeting and schedule sufficient breaks to maintain concentration.
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Do you want to organize a business meeting that fully meets your needs? At Valk Business, you can lay down all your wishes and ideas. From meeting rooms and technical support to catering and overnight stays: the specialists are happy to think along with you and create a suitable quote customized for your business meeting.
Van der Valk hotels
Overijssel
Van der Valk Theaterhotel Almelo combines comfortable hotel rooms with extensive conference and event facilities in the center of Almelo. The combination of theater, hospitality, and luxury hotel rooms makes this location particularly suitable for conferences, meetings, training sessions, and multi-day business gatherings in Twente.
Utrecht
Van der Valk Hotel Amersfoort A1 offers spacious conference rooms and flexible meeting spaces in a central location near the A1. Thanks to its large capacity, modern audiovisual facilities, and ample parking, this hotel is ideal for conferences, training sessions, and business events.
North Holland
A combination of luxury conference facilities with an international flair in a convenient location in Amsterdam can be found at Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Amstel. With stylish boardrooms, various rooms and suites, and high-quality hospitality, this location is suitable for exclusive meetings and multi-day business gatherings in the Randstad metropolitan area.
Antwerp
Van der Valk Hotel Antwerpen features multifunctional meeting rooms and modern event facilities near the Antwerp Ring. The combination of easy accessibility, comfortable hotel rooms, and professional support makes this hotel suitable for conferences, seminars, and business overnight stays near a major city.
Gelderland
Uniquely located on the Veluwe, near the A1 and A50, you'll find Van der Valk Hotel Apeldoorn - De Cantharel. With stylish meeting spaces and rooms, outdoor options, and luxury (catering) facilities, this location is particularly suitable for retreats, conferences, and multi-day business gatherings in an inspiring and green environment.
Gelderland
On the edge of the Veluwe, near the A12 and Arnhem, Van der Valk Hotel Arnhem combines modern conference facilities with a green environment. Spacious meeting rooms, comfortable rooms and suites, and professional service make it suitable for (business) meetings and events.
Limburg
In a unique historical setting, Het Arresthuis offers exclusive meeting facilities in a former prison. The small-scale setup, luxurious appearance, and high-quality gastronomy make it an ideal location for board meetings and other business gatherings.
Girona
Located on the Costa Brava in Sant Feliu de Guíxols, you can go for small-scale meetings, training sessions, and multi-day business stays by the sea in a quiet environment. Van der Valk Hotel Barcarola offers a relaxed Mediterranean setting where a business stay can easily be combined with a relaxing overnight stay.
Brandenburg
Near the airport Berlin Brandenburg offers the same-named Van der Valk Hotel Berlin Brandenburg modern meeting and conference facilities for (international) meetings. Thanks to good accessibility, flexible meeting rooms and comfortable rooms this hotel is suitable for meetings, seminars, and multi-day corporate events.
East Flanders
For business overnight stays and meetings in the Antwerp area, Van der Valk Hotel Beveren is equipped with spacious meeting rooms and modern facilities. The combination of a quiet location, professional support, and good accessibility makes it suitable for training sessions, conferences, and multi-day gatherings.
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Located by the sea on the Côte d'Azur, between Cannes and Saint-Tropez, lies the small-scale but modern Van der Valk Hotel Bloom. The hotel does not have any meeting rooms, but it is always possible to arrange something for a meeting or event in a Mediterranean setting.
North Brabant
Strategically located near the A16 and A58 and a short distance from the center of Breda, you'll find Van der Valk Hotel Breda. The hotel offers spacious meeting rooms with modern audiovisual technology and extensive event capacity. With comfortable hotel rooms, this location is also ideal for multi-day gatherings.
Utrecht
Centrally located between Amsterdam and Utrecht, directly on the A2 and next to Breukelen station, you'll find the ideal meeting location at Van der Valk Hotel Breukelen. The hotel features modern, flexible meeting rooms, comfortable accommodation, and excellent hospitality, making it ideal for meetings, conferences, and/or events.
West Flanders
Very centrally located along the E40, near Bruges and with a quick connection to Ghent and the Belgian coast, you'll find Van der Valk Hotel Brugge - Oostkamp. This stylish hotel offers all facilities for a successful stay or event, regardless of the size of your party.
Flemish Brabant
Very centrally located near Brussels Airport and just minutes from the E40 and the center of Brussels, you'll find Van der Valk Hotel Brussels Airport. The hotel offers various meeting rooms with views over the airport for a successful event or (international) business meeting at a high level.
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Located by the sea on the Côte d'Azur, between Cannes and Saint-Tropez, is the Mediterranean Van der Valk Hotel Le Catalogne. The hotel does not have any meeting rooms, but in consultation, something is always possible for organizing a meeting or event.
Hainaut
Van der Valk Hotel Charleroi Airport offers various multifunctional rooms suitable for meetings, conferences, parties, and private events. Each room is equipped with modern audiovisual technology and can be flexibly arranged. Whether you are planning a business meeting or a festive occasion, you will benefit from a professional and atmospheric setting.
North Brabant
Are you looking for a room for a festive or business gathering? Van der Valk Hotel Cuijk - Nijmegen offers various multifunctional meeting rooms, comfortable hotel rooms and excellent accessibility. This makes the hotel suitable for (business) meetings and events lasting one or several days.
Utrecht
In a conveniently accessible location, between Utrecht and the nature of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, Van der Valk Hotel De Bilt - Utrecht offers a peaceful environment for business meetings or events. The hotel has multifunctional meeting rooms, each with their own atmosphere and possibilities. Naturally, an overnight stay can easily be combined with your meeting.
South Holland
With a location directly on the A4, Van der Valk Hotel Delft A4 is a practical choice for business meetings in the Randstad. The hotel features modern meeting rooms with direct access to a rooftop terrace and a breakout room overlooking Midden-Delfland. Also, the ample parking and contemporary facilities make the hotel suitable for conferences, presentations, and business events.
South Holland
Van der Valk Hotel Den Haag - Wassenaar combines the tranquility of a green environment with proximity to The Hague and the coast. The hotel is ideally located between The Hague and Leiden and offers modern meeting rooms and comfortable rooms. Ideal for (multi-day) business meetings in the Randstad with excellent accessibility.
Antwerp
Van der Valk Hotel Dennenhof offers a wide choice of modern, flexible rooms for any gathering. Whether it's a meeting, training session, seminar, or party: you'll always find a suitable room with daylight, air conditioning, and modern amenities with us.
Friesland
For business meetings in the north of the Netherlands, Van der Valk Hotel Drachten offers spacious meeting rooms, comfortable rooms, and a bowling alley. Thanks to the central location in Friesland and the ample capacity, the hotel is suitable for meetings, conferences, seminars, and corporate events.
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Uniquely located in the Mecklenburg Lake District in Northern Germany, you will find Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz. With small-scale meeting rooms located directly by the lake, this venue is ideally suited for offsite sessions, productive gatherings, and exclusive business events in a quiet, green, and inspiring environment.
East Flanders
Centrally located on the E40, near Ghent and with excellent connections to Bruges, Brussels, and the Belgian coast, Van der Valk Hotel Drongen - Gent offers plenty of possibilities for a gathering. With modern meeting facilities and personal service, this is the ideal location for small-scale meetings, training sessions, and festive occasions.
North Brabant
Van der Valk Hotel Eindhoven is located in a green area, on the outskirts of the Genneper Parken in North Brabant. Thanks to its location directly on the A2/N2, with its own bus stop and free ample parking, this hotel is the ideal location for a meeting, training session, conference, festive gathering, or large-scale event.
East Flanders
Van der Valk Hotel Gent has modern meeting rooms with flexible layouts and the latest technologies, ideal for meetings of all sizes. The combination of professional service, culinary arrangements, and an inspiring setting makes the hotel the ideal location for successful meetings and events in Ghent.
North Brabant
Centrally located near the A58 between Tilburg and Breda, Van der Valk Hotel Gilze - Tilburg offers various modern meeting rooms, comfortable rooms, and a bowling alley. Ideal for a (multi-day) meeting, training session, product presentation, party, reception, or team-building in North Brabant.
North Rhine-Westphalia
Van der Valk Hotel Gladbeck is very centrally located on the A2 motorway in North Rhine-Westphalia, near Essen and Oberhausen. The good accessibility and spacious layout with various rooms and a central business lounge make the hotel suitable for conferences, training sessions, and business stays regardless of the size of your group.
South Holland
Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem-A15 is, thanks to its central location near the A15, excellent accessibility, and ample free parking, the perfect location for your meeting, training, conference, or festive event. The hotel offers several multifunctional rooms, luxury hotel rooms, and two restaurants.
South Holland
Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem-A27 is strategically located along the A27. It is the ideal location for your (business) meeting. Whether you are looking for the ideal location for a private meeting, a meeting with the entire company, or something in between: anything is possible.
Groningen
On the outskirts of Groningen, Van der Valk Hotel Groningen - Hoogkerk offers modern conference and meeting facilities in an easily accessible environment near the A7. The combination of spacious rooms and comfortable hotel rooms makes it suitable for business meetings and multi-day events.
Groningen
Van der Valk Hotel Groningen - Zuidbroek A7 focuses on business guests who value accessibility and efficiency. Thanks to its location on the A7, multifunctional rooms, and practical facilities, this hotel is suitable for meetings, training sessions, and regional gatherings in Northern Netherlands.
Lower Saxony
In a strategic location near Hamburg, Van der Valk Hotel Hamburg - Wittenburg offers modern meeting facilities for international business meetings. The spacious layout, modern meeting rooms, comfortable rooms, and unique indoor ski facilities make the hotel suitable for conferences, training sessions, and multi-day events.
Friesland
Due to its excellent location in Friesland and the excellent facilities, Van der Valk Hotel Hardegarijp - Leeuwarden is the perfect location for your meeting, party, or event. With various versatile rooms and ample parking, you can count on a comfortable and successful gathering.
North Brabant
Van der Valk Hotel ’s-Hertogenbosch - Vught is the location for meetings and events in the Den Bosch region. With various multifunctional rooms, modern audiovisual facilities, and free parking, the hotel offers all the ingredients for a successful meeting, conference, or festive occasion. The central location and reliable service make every gathering a professional and welcoming experience.
Lower Saxony
Located on the historic market in the center of Hildesheim, near Hannover, is Van der Valk Hotel Hildesheim. With a central location, excellent accessibility, modern facilities, and stylish rooms, this is the ideal location for a successful meeting or party in this charming old city.
Centrally located in the Netherlands near Utrecht and Amersfoort and between the A1 and A27, Van der Valk Hotel Hilversum - De Witte Bergen offers modern and flexibly arranged meeting rooms, comfortable hotel rooms, and a green environment. Thanks to its excellent accessibility, this location is ideal for national business meetings and multi-day events in Central Netherlands.
North Holland
Very centrally located on the A7, near Hoorn and with excellent connections to Amsterdam and Alkmaar, Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn offers spacious and modern meeting rooms (including cinema rooms) for any type of event. The hotel provides all facilities for a successful event, from small meetings to large conferences and festive parties.
Flevoland
Van der Valk Hotel Lelystad features stylish and multifunctional rooms. The flexible layouts and various sizes of the rooms make it possible to organize different types of meetings. Located on the A6, centrally in Flevoland and with ample free parking, this is an ideal location for a meeting in the middle or north of the Netherlands.
Utrecht
Looking for the ideal meeting location in the Leusden-Amersfoort area? Van der Valk Hotel Leusden offers an inspiring environment with modern facilities, excellent service, and a central location near the A27. Whether it's a small meeting, a training session, or a larger event: you are most welcome!
Liège
Van der Valk Hotel Liège Airport offers modern and adaptable meeting rooms. The hotel is centrally and strategically located for organizing your meetings, seminars, conferences, or private events. Whether you're meeting or celebrating, everything is available to make every moment a success.
Liège
With its ideal location near the Palais des Congrès, a stone's throw from Liège Expo and the Guillemins station, the Van der Valk Hotel Liège Congrès is the strategic choice for your meetings, seminars, conferences, and private events in Liège. The hotel offers modern rooms, multifunctional spaces, and a refined restaurant.
Liège
The Van der Valk Liège Sélys Hotel offers a varied selection of elegant rooms, suitable for different types of events or meetings. Located in the heart of Liège, the hotel combines historical charm with modern facilities, making it an ideal location for both business meetings and private events.
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
In the heart of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Van der Valk Resort Linstow offers extensive event facilities in a versatile resort setting. The large capacity and recreational possibilities make this location suitable for (customized) corporate events, team building, and multi-day business meetings.
Luxembourg, Belgium
Van der Valk Hotel Luxembourg - Arlon is strategically located on the border between Belgium and Luxembourg and offers a modern and environmentally friendly setting for your business events. The hotel has several bright and multifunctional meeting rooms with a total area of 1200 m², ideal for organizing your seminars and conferences.
Antwerp
Van der Valk Hotel Mechelen is a unique event location, conveniently located near the center and easily accessible from both Antwerp and Brussels. Thanks to its central location and excellent accessibility, it is the ideal place for any event or business meeting.
Lower Saxony
Do you want to meet or organize an event in an idyllic setting in the Osnabrück region? Then Van der Valk Hotel Melle - Osnabrück is the place to be! With excellent connections, modern facilities, and ample parking, it is the perfect location for a successful event in Lower Saxony, Germany.
North Rhine-Westphalia
Centrally located, easily accessible, and near Duisburg, Van der Valk Moers offers the ideal location for all your business meetings in the Ruhr area. Whether you are organizing a small meeting or a large event, there is a suitable space for every group.
Gelderland & Limburg
Located near Nijmegen and the A73, at the edge of the Mookerheide nature reserve, you will find Van der Valk Hotel De Molenhoek - Nijmegen. This hotel is ideal for business meetings, training sessions, or events in the east of the Netherlands, offering an inspiring, green environment and excellent accessibility.
Hainaut
Do you want to organize a meeting or event at a unique location in the heart of Mons in Belgium? The Van der Valk Hotel Mons Congrès & Spa is the ideal place! Thanks to its central location, modern rooms, many facilities, and ample parking, this is the perfect location for a successful event in Hainaut.
Gelderland
Van der Valk Hotel Nijmegen - Lent has various multifunctional rooms, ideal for meetings, dinners, parties, and events or multi-day training sessions and conferences. The hotel is also easily accessible and the center of Nijmegen can be easily reached by train.
Walloon Brabant
Strategically located on the E19 between Brussels and Charleroi, Van der Valk Hotel Nivelles - Sud offers various modern meeting rooms. The hotel has all the elements necessary for the success of a (multi-day) meeting, seminar, conference, or festive event.
North Brabant
Centrally located on the A59, near 's-Hertogenbosch, you will find Van der Valk Hotel Nuland. With easy accessibility and ample parking, it is the ideal location for meetings, training sessions, parties, or business events. Whether your group is small or large, the hotel offers all the facilities for a successful event.
Limburg
Theaterhotel De Oranjerie in the heart of Roermond offers inspiring meeting rooms, including a large multifunctional combination room, ideal for both large and smaller sessions, workshops, or break-outs. All rooms are equipped with the latest audiovisual technology, ensuring an optimal presentation experience.
South Holland
Van der Valk Palace Hotel Noordwijk is an ideal, modern location for conferences, meetings, and multi-day events on the Dutch coast. With its central location near Amsterdam and The Hague, flexible rooms, luxurious hotel rooms, and all facilities under one roof, you can organize your meeting efficiently and effortlessly here.
Île-de-France
Located in Roissy-en-France, just minutes from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, is the Van der Valk Hotel Paris CDG Airport. You will benefit from flexible meeting rooms, a strategic location, and modern hotel rooms. Ideal for multi-day and/or international meetings.
Antwerp
Centrally located opposite the City Park and near the historic center of Antwerp. Van der Valk Hotel Park Lane Antwerpen offers modern and flexible meeting rooms and stylish hotel rooms. Ideal for small and medium-sized business meetings in a representative setting in the heart of the city.
Bonaire
Uniquely located by the sea on Bonaire and near the airport is Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire. With modern meeting rooms and extensive resort facilities, including a private beach and diving center, this destination is ideal for international meetings, incentive programs, and exclusive multi-day business events in a Caribbean setting.
South Holland
At Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk, you'll find various atmospheric and flexible rooms for meetings, training sessions, parties, or other gatherings. Thanks to modern facilities and daylight, this is the ideal location for both business and informal occasions in the Rotterdam area.
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Located on the Mediterranean between Cannes and Saint-Tropez is Van der Valk Hotel Saint-Aygulf. The hotel offers comfortable rooms, some with sea views, and facilities for meetings and multi-day sessions. Ideal for exclusive business meetings on the Côte d'Azur, where business and relaxation meet.
South Holland
Centrally located along the A44 between Amsterdam and The Hague is the easily accessible Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim - Leiden. Whether it's a small meeting, an inspiring training session or a large-scale conference, the experienced team is ready to receive you hospitably and take care of everything down to the last detail.
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
The meeting room in the boathouse of Golfhotel Serrahn, located directly by the lake, has optimal lighting conditions and offers a perfect backdrop for a (business) meeting. Choose exclusive meetings in a quiet, green, and inspiring environment in Northern Germany.
Liège
Located in the center of Spa, in the Belgian Ardennes, is the eponymous Van der Valk Hotel Spa. The hotel offers several bright spaces perfect for meetings, training sessions, conferences and more. There is also plenty of space for festive events.
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Van der Valk Landhotel Spornitz is equipped with several conference rooms that are fully equipped, ideal for conferences, seminars, or workshops. Perfect for training sessions, brainstorming retreats, and multi-day business meetings in a rural, easily accessible and inspiring environment in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Northern Germany.
Limburg
Van der Valk Hotel Stein-Urmond is the ideal place for your business meeting or festive occasion. Thanks to its central location and ample free parking, the hotel is easily accessible for you and your guests in South Limburg.
Texel, North Holland
Do you want to organize a meeting or event in a unique location surrounded by nature? Van der Valk Hotel Texel - De Koog is the perfect place! Located on the beautiful Wadden Island of Texel, a short distance from the beach, dunes, and forest, this hotel offers the perfect setting for inspiring meetings.
Gelderland
Centrally located on the A15 in the Betuwe, between Utrecht, Nijmegen, and 's-Hertogenbosch is Van der Valk Hotel Tiel. The hotel offers modern meeting rooms, comfortable hotel rooms, and extensive facilities. Ideal for conferences, plenary meetings, and multi-day business events.
Utrecht
The modern meeting rooms of Van der Valk Hotel Veenendaal are fully equipped and offer space for both small team sessions and larger business events. Thanks to its convenient location directly on the A12 and near the A30 and free parking, the hotel is very accessible.
Limburg
Located in the heart of Venlo, Van der Valk Hotel Venlo offers modern meeting facilities, a welcoming atmosphere, and professional service. Whether it's a small brainstorming session or a large conference, at Hotel Venlo you are assured of a successful meeting in a pleasant setting.
Liège
Located at the foot of the Ardennes in a characteristic 19th-century building is Van der Valk Hotel Verviers. Easily accessible and with flexible rooms, modern facilities, and an experienced team, the hotel ensures an event is meticulously organized.
North Holland
The central location in North Holland makes Van der Valk Hotel Volendam the ideal location for your meeting or event. Surrounded by authentic Dutch nature and just 20 minutes from Amsterdam, the hotel offers the perfect balance between a business and relaxing stay.
Walloon Brabant
Would you like to organize a business meeting or a private event at a unique location in the heart of Waterloo? Van der Valk Hotel Waterloo is the ideal place! Thanks to the central location, modern meeting rooms, various facilities, and free parking, this is the perfect location for a successful event in the south of Belgium.
Gelderland
Thanks to the central location directly on the A2, Van der Valk Hotel Zaltbommel - A2 is easily accessible by both car and public transport. Whether you are gathering for a creative brainstorm, a convincing presentation, or a multi-day seminar: at Van der Valk Hotel Zaltbommel - A2 you will meet in an inspiring setting.
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