Hotels in Netherlands

Hotels in the Netherlands: your guide to where to stay

How much does a hotel in the Netherlands cost?

The price depends on the standard, the city and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. The cheapest month is usually January, while June, at the peak of the season, is the priciest. Booking ahead usually brings better rates.

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in the Netherlands: most popular cities

The Netherlands has several lively cities within a short distance of each other. These are the destinations chosen most often:

• Amsterdam. The capital and most popular destination, with canals, museums and the widest choice of hotels, from hostels to 5-star. Most travellers stay here.
• Rotterdam. A city of modern architecture and a major port, young and dynamic. Good prices and a growing choice of hotels.
• The Hague. The seat of government and institutions, close to the seaside at Scheveningen. Plenty of business hotels.
• Utrecht. A student city in the centre of the country with picturesque canals. Convenient rail links.
• Maastricht. An atmospheric city in the south, close to the Belgian and German borders.
• Groningen. A lively university city in the north, with some of the higher room rates.

Nightly rates vary between cities. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

What to see in the Netherlands

The Netherlands combines art, history and distinctive landscapes. A trip is easy to build around a few highlights.

• Amsterdam museums. The Rijksmuseum with works by Vermeer and Rembrandt and the Van Gogh Museum.
• The Anne Frank House. One of the most important memorial sites in Amsterdam, which needs to be booked in advance.
• Tulips at Keukenhof. The largest flower garden in the world, at its best in spring.
• Windmills at Kinderdijk. A group of 18th-century windmills on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
• Cheese and cuisine. Gouda and Edam at the cheese shops, local specialities and markets.

How much does a trip to the Netherlands cost

Beyond the room, daily costs are higher than in many countries in the region. A cheap meal for two is about €10-20 and a week of groceries about €50. Card payments and ATMs are widely available. When paying cash, note that some places only accept notes under €50.

When is the best time to visit the Netherlands

The most visitors come in spring for the tulips and in summer. June tends to be the most expensive. January is the cheapest, if chilly. April and May are the time of blooming fields, while September is calmer and still pleasant for sightseeing.

Getting to and around the Netherlands

Most international flights land at Schiphol Airport near Amsterdam, linked by train to Rotterdam and Utrecht. You can also arrive by high-speed train from Belgium, France, Germany and the UK. Within the country, trains run by NS are the easiest way to travel, with trams and buses in the cities. The best option for tickets is the OV-chipkaart, valid across the country. The Netherlands is famous for cycling, and hiring a bike is a great way to explore.

Example hotels in the Netherlands

A few recognisable properties from different cities for reference:

• Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam and nhow Amsterdam RAI in the capital (upper tier, from approx. €140).
• Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandtpark and Olympic Hotel in Amsterdam (from approx. €110).
• The Usual Rotterdam and Rotterdam Teleport Hotel in Rotterdam (from approx. €75).