Oude Stad
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Visit Oude Stad

citizenM Schiphol Airport
Great breakfast selection and barista coffee service. Supper service a bit limited but OK. ... Tapas style small plates end up costing more than you might initially assume.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
My stay at Ibis Amsterdam Airport was extremely disappointing. This was easily one of the worst hotels I’ve stayed at anywhere. The property felt more like a rundown budget motel than a reputable hotel. The room was tiny, roughly 10x10, with an uncomfortably cramped and poorly designed bathroom. ...
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

Hotel Casa Amsterdam
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Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Haarlem Apart Hotel
Great apartment. The location is perfect, it was clean, had everything we needed. Bed was comfortable. The stairs to the unit are very steep, just to keep in mind if you have a lot of luggage. Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Leonardo Eden Hotel Amsterdam City Center
Fabulous location and slightly less eye wateringly expensive than other centrally based hotels in Amsterdam.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Lack of staff in an airport hotel, specially at front desk. Don’t fall for the breakfast included, it is a mega basic breakfast Room was nice lack of lighting an most importantly, over five days we had a housekeeping issue or two every day
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Popular places to visit

Grote Markt
Try local delicacies of salted herring, buttery poffertjes and gooey stroopwafels and relax in a cozy café overlooking the buildings of this ancient town square.

Frans Hals Museum
See the works of one of the most talented Dutch Master painters. Let the art transport you back to Haarlem as it was in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Cathedral of Saint Bavo
See the unusual mix of architectural styles in this beautiful Catholic Church. Enjoy a performance by the choir, specially trained at a nearby musical school.

Teylers Museum
Experience the Enlightenment. Discover an 18th-century merchant’s collection of art, natural history, geology and science in harmonious neoclassical architecture.

Amsterdamse Poort
After visiting Amsterdamse Poort, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oude Stad. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

St. Bavo Church
Explore earlier times inside the 15th-century church, nicknamed “Jan with the High Shoulders,” that was at the heart of Haarlem’s community.
Things to do

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Amsterdam: Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese Guided Tour

Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise




