Description
Park Hotel is bang in the middle of the bustling city centre (see map to the right) of Amsterdam, at the hub of the trendy and culturally stunning fashion and Museum district. Located on the historic and picturesque Singelgracht canal, Park Hotel offers an ideal location across from the famous Leidseplein with fine shopping, dining and entertainment within walking distance.

Experience Amsterdam's explosive renaissance as a centre of European popular culture just by stepping outside the hotel's door. All must visit museums like the Van Goghmuseum and Museum of Modern Art are next door to the hotel - every leading department store, every flagship brand-name shop, as well as the city's chicest bars, clubs and restaurants. Just next door from the hotel is the entrance to Amsterdam's beautiful Vondel Park. Fantastic canal walks directly from the doors of the hotel along the Singelgracht canal taking in some of Amsterdam's most famous sites. A massive selection of galleries, exhibitions, theatres and well known Amsterdam attractions close by... and much, much more.

Getting there

Public Transportation from the Airport
Take the train to Amsterdam Zuid W.T.C. then take tram 5 in the direction of Central Station. Exit at Hobbemastraat. Follow the tram tracks on foot. The Park Hotel is located on the right-hand corner (5 minute walk).

Public Transportation from Central Station
Take tram 1, 2 or 5 and exit at Leidse Square. Continue by foot towards the Vondelpark. Directly next to the Vondelpark, opposite Holland Casino, you will find the Park Hotel on the corner (5 minute walk).

By car from Den Haag
Schiphol Airport (A4) - from the A4 follow direction Zaandam, then exit at S-106. At the end turn right. Pass the roundabout at Surinameplein, move into the left lane crossing the bridge. Turn left into the Overtoom. At the end turn right into the Stadhouderskade. At the third traffic lights change to the left lane and the Park Hotel is on your right-hand side.

Airport Shuttle
Connexxion depart every 10 minutes from the airport with service to more than 100 hotels throughout the city, including the Park Hotel. Tickets cost € 11 one way, € 17.50 for a return, and can be purchased inside the main arrival plaza. The trip should take between 10 and 20 minutes.

Taxis and Limousines
Taxis to the city center start at € 40 and can be reserved through our partners at the Dutch Business Limousine company.

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Lodging

To reserve a guestroom at the Park for the event rate of €159/night for a Superior Room, please contact Lea at lea.vledder@parkhotel.nl. Please include your credit card information as it is necessary to guarantee the room. You will receive confirmation within 24 hours. It is also possible to call Lea directly at +31 20 710 7223.

There are many other hotels in the immediate area of the Park though many are already full for the days of ND Amsterdam. Public transportation is very effecient and there are stops very close to the Park Hotel so staying in other parts of the city is convenient as well. Don't forget that bicycles, the preferred mode of getting around Amsterdam, are cheap to rent and very convenient to use. There is at least one location within a five minute walk of the hotel that rents bikes.

For a map with a list of most of the hotels within on kilometer, generated from booking.com click here (1 mb pdf).

Transportation around Amsterdam (Amsterdam.info)

Amsterdam is a wonderfully walkable city with most major sites located in or near the city center. Public transportation is excellent and driving is strongly discouraged within the canal ring. Of course biking is the preferred Dutch way to travel and some would say the only way to truly experience the city.

Public Transportation - GVB (www.gvb.nl) is the public transport company of Amsterdam providing integrated metro, tram and bus service throughout Amsterdam and its surrounding areas. 24-, 48- and 72-hour GVB passes allow for unlimited travel on all trams, buses, metros and night buses for the duration of the pass and provide the most economical way for visitors to explore the city. Passes can be purchased at one of the GVB Tickets & Info Offices located at all major train stations. In addition, 24-hour passes may be purchased from GVB drivers and conductors, as well as at most major hotels and the tourist office.

Another travel option is to buy a strippenkaart, valid year round, which charges riders per trip according to the number of zones passed through to reach their destination. Strippenkaarts are available in strips of 8, 15 and 45 and can be purchased at all GVB Tickets & Information Offices, newspaper shops, post offices and most major supermarkets.

Single trip tickets can be bought onboard from GVB drivers and conductors, however this is not recommended due the premium charged for a single ticket.

Trams provide the best way to get around Amsterdam (map) and run regularly until 12:15am.

City Buses are primarily used to reach outlying suburbs and after the trams have stopped running. Night buses run from midnight until 7am with routes connecting to Central Station, Rembrandtplein and Leidseplein.

The Metro (tube) is fast but is only useful if you need to travel far outside the city center or to the Amsterdam Arena (metro map).

The Canal Bus (www.canal.nl) runs every 40 minutes from 9:50 until 7:25 with 14 stops along three different routes throughout the city. Day passes cost €16 and are valid until 12:00 the next day. All of Amsterdam’s major attractions are on the route and historical commentary is provided along the way. The Museumboot (Museum Boat) is a similar concept for €14.25 per day with stops at Central Station, Prinsengracht, Leidseplein, Herengracht, Muziektheater and the East Dock. Tickets includes half-price entry to most city museums.

Bicycling in Amsterdam is a way of life for most Dutch and still the best way to get around. There are dedicated bike paths throughout the city and few hills to conquer. A number of companies offer bicycle rentals for around €8 per day with discounts for longer rentals.

Taxi stands are available at most tourist hubs including Leidseplein, Dam Square and Central Station. Hailing a taxi is quite difficult and virtually impossible on weekends, but cab service is generally prompt if you call ahead (city cab: 0900.677.7777). Rides cost €1.80 per km regardless of the time of day and a 5%-10% tip is expected.
For a truly Dutch taxi twist, catch one of the many bicycle taxis around the city. The pedal powered taxis can carry up to two people and are actually cheaper than conventional taxi.

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