Hotels and places to stay in the Netherlands

FaceTraveler lists 563 places to stay in the Netherlands, all in the province of North Holland and most in Amsterdam. If it is your first trip to the country, the capital is the most practical base: Schiphol Airport is a short train ride away and there is a good tram and metro network.

Where to stay in the Netherlands

Amsterdam. This is where almost all our places are. The city has more than 100 km of canals; the three main ones are the Herengracht, the Keizersgracht and the Prinsengracht, which ring the centre. Staying beside the canals or near Amsterdam Centraal suits you if you want to see the sights on foot. The Jordaan and De Pijp are residential districts near the centre, a good option if you prefer an area with fewer visitors.

North Holland. The rest of our places are in other municipalities of the province. They suit you if you are travelling by car, have a very early flight or do not need to sleep right in the centre.

Getting around

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 15 km south-west of the city. The railway station is directly beneath the terminal, and trains reach Amsterdam Centraal in under 20 minutes.

Within the city, the tram has 16 lines and the metro five. Cycling is very common. If you hire a bicycle, check on the listing whether the accommodation has somewhere to store it.

When to go

Amsterdam has cool winters and mild summers. The average is around 3 °C in January and 18 °C in July, and rain is spread through the year. Spring and summer are the most comfortable times to stroll along the canals; in high season it is wise to book in advance.

Types of accommodation in the Netherlands

• 130 guesthouses, the largest group, and 43 hostels, if you want to keep costs down or are happy to share a room.
• 144 3-star hotels and 30 2-star hotels.
• 136 4-star hotels and 26 5-star hotels.

There are also 54 other places to stay. To see only the capital, go to hotels in Amsterdam.