By the Where to Stay in Amsterdam editorial team · Updated November 5, 2026
The Short Answer
Unless your flight leaves at dawn, stay in the city. Trains from the station under Schiphol Plaza reach Amsterdam Centraal in about 15–17 minutes and Amsterdam Zuid in under 10, so a hotel by either station is barely further from your gate than an airport hotel is from the center.
For an early flight, our pick is the Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, a full-service hotel on Schiphol Boulevard. The Sheraton and citizenM are also on the airport grounds near Schiphol Plaza. For a layover without leaving the airport, YOTELAIR rents cabins by the hour after passport control. Families who want a pool before flying can try the Steigenberger, about 10 minutes away by free shuttle.
Schiphol's Options Compared
| Option | Best for | Downsides |
|---|---|---|
| Schiphol Plaza hotels | Early flights, late arrivals | Nothing to do nearby; check the walking route |
| Airside (Lounge 2) | Layovers and transfers | Boarding pass needed; hand luggage only |
| Shuttle hotels (Schiphol-Oost) | Pools, space, families | About 10 minutes by shuttle |
| Amsterdam Zuid | Business trips, the RAI | Office district, quiet at night |
| Centraal Station | Sightseeing plus an easy airport run | The busiest part of the city |
Map of Schiphol Airport Hotels
The terminal and Schiphol Plaza are left of center; Schiphol-Oost, with its shuttle hotels, is to the right.
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Search all Schiphol Airport stays →Best Hotels at the Airport
On the airport grounds, near Schiphol Plaza.
Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Schiphol Boulevard, Schiphol Airport
Our top pick: a large full-service hotel on Schiphol Boulevard, for early departures in comfort.
Best for: Early flights in comfort
- On Schiphol Boulevard at the airport
- Full-service hotel for early flights
- Check the walking route to the terminal with the hotel
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A large, full-service hotel on Schiphol Boulevard, on the airport grounds. It suits early departures and long layovers.
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Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference Center
Schiphol Boulevard, by Schiphol Plaza, Schiphol Airport
A big conference hotel next to Schiphol Plaza and the station beneath it.
Best for: Meetings and early flights
- Next to Schiphol Plaza
- Conference center
- Business-focused
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A big conference hotel on Schiphol Boulevard, next to Schiphol Plaza and the train station beneath it. It is a practical choice for meetings and early flights.
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Jan Plezierweg, Schiphol, Schiphol Airport
Compact design rooms on the airport grounds, near Schiphol Plaza.
Best for: Solo travelers
- On the airport grounds
- Near Schiphol Plaza
- Compact rooms
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A compact design hotel on the airport grounds, on the Jan Plezierweg near Schiphol Plaza. It suits solo travelers and couples with an early flight.
Shuttle and Airside Options
A pool hotel with a free shuttle, and cabins inside the airport.
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam
Schiphol-Oost, Schiphol Airport
A pool, a spa area and a free shuttle to the terminal, about 10 minutes' drive away.
Best for: Families and a pool before flying
- Free shuttle to the airport and train station
- Pool and spa area
- Children up to 11 stay free in parents' room
More about this hotel
A full-service hotel in Schiphol-Oost, about 10 minutes' drive from the terminal, with a free shuttle to the airport and its train station. It has a pool, a spa area and a restaurant.
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YOTELAIR Amsterdam Schiphol
Lounge 2, airside, Schiphol Airport
Cabins by the hour, airside in Lounge 2, for travelers with a boarding pass.
Best for: Layovers and transfers
- Airside in Lounge 2
- Book by the hour
- Family cabin for up to four
More about this hotel
Small cabins inside Lounge 2, after security and passport control, bookable by the hour. You need a boarding pass dated within 24 hours of your stay, so it only suits travelers who are flying.
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Stay in the City Instead
Next to the two stations with direct Schiphol trains.
Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South
George Gershwinlaan, Zuidas, Amsterdam Zuid
In the city, about five minutes' walk from Amsterdam Zuid station and its Schiphol trains.
Best for: Business trips
- About 5 minutes' walk to Amsterdam Zuid station
- Restaurant and lounge bar
- Fitness facilities
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A business hotel in the Zuidas, about five minutes' walk from Amsterdam Zuid station and its direct trains to Schiphol. It has a restaurant, a lounge bar and two terraces.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Oosterdokseiland, by the station, Centraal Station
In the city, next to Centraal Station, where the airport trains arrive.
Best for: Easy arrivals and day trips
- Next to Centraal Station
- LuminAir rooftop bar
- Gym and LOT61 coffee bar
More about this hotel
A big, modern hotel next to Centraal Station, with floor-to-ceiling windows, views over the IJ and the LuminAir rooftop bar. Trains, trams, the metro and the free ferries to Noord are a few minutes' walk away.
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Schiphol Hotels at a Glance
Prices change by date and room type, so check your own dates on Booking.com before you decide.
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Hilton Amsterdam Airport SchipholSchiphol Boulevard, Schiphol Airport · SplurgeEarly flights in comfortCheck prices -
Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference CenterSchiphol Boulevard, by Schiphol Plaza, Schiphol Airport · Mid-rangeMeetings and early flightsCheck prices -
citizenM Schiphol AirportJan Plezierweg, Schiphol, Schiphol Airport · Mid-rangeSolo travelersCheck prices -
Steigenberger Airport Hotel AmsterdamSchiphol-Oost, Schiphol Airport · Mid-rangeFamilies and a pool before flyingCheck prices -
YOTELAIR Amsterdam SchipholLounge 2, airside, Schiphol Airport · BudgetLayovers and transfersCheck prices -
Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - SouthGeorge Gershwinlaan, Zuidas, Amsterdam Zuid · Mid-rangeBusiness tripsCheck prices -
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal StationOosterdokseiland, by the station, Centraal Station · Mid-rangeEasy arrivals and day tripsCheck prices
| Hotel | Location | Price level | Best for | Prices | |
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Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Airport hotel
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Schiphol Boulevard, Schiphol Airport | Splurge | Early flights in comfort | Check prices |
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Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference Center
Airport hotel
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Schiphol Boulevard, by Schiphol Plaza, Schiphol Airport | Mid-range | Meetings and early flights | Check prices |
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citizenM Schiphol Airport
Compact design hotel
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Jan Plezierweg, Schiphol, Schiphol Airport | Mid-range | Solo travelers | Check prices |
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Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam
Airport hotel
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Schiphol-Oost, Schiphol Airport | Mid-range | Families and a pool before flying | Check prices |
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YOTELAIR Amsterdam Schiphol
Airside cabin hotel
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Lounge 2, airside, Schiphol Airport | Budget | Layovers and transfers | Check prices |
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Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South
Business hotel
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George Gershwinlaan, Zuidas, Amsterdam Zuid | Mid-range | Business trips | Check prices |
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DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Large city hotel
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Oosterdokseiland, by the station, Centraal Station | Mid-range | Easy arrivals and day trips | Check prices |
Hotel details checked on November 5, 2026.
Getting from Schiphol into Amsterdam
- By train: the station is under Schiphol Plaza. Direct trains take about 15–17 minutes to Centraal Station and under 10 minutes to Amsterdam Zuid.
- By bus: bus 397 runs every 10 minutes during the day from stop B17 to the Museum Quarter and Leidseplein. At night, the N97 runs hourly.
- By taxi: take a taxi only from the official taxi rank.
- There is no tram from Schiphol into Amsterdam.
- YOTELAIR: you need a boarding pass dated within 24 hours of your stay, and you cannot reach it without passing security and passport control.
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