Schiphol Airport Hotel

Airport hotel guide for early flights, overnight stopovers, and business trips at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol A4

Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol A4 is the giant of the shuttle hotels: 714 rooms on the A4 motorway south of the airport, about 10 minutes from the terminal by a shuttle that is free in both directions, free parking during the stay, a wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna and steam bath, and 25 meeting rooms. The Dutch Van der Valk chain runs it in its usual generous style, with big rooms, balconies and a buffet breakfast that regulars rate highly.

Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol A4

Guest Rooms

The 714 rooms range from standard doubles to family rooms and suites, most with a balcony or terrace.

Room at the Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol A4

Rooms have air conditioning, a desk, a TV, tea and coffee facilities, a safe, a bathroom with hair dryer and free Wi-Fi.

Standard room amenities include:

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Coffee and tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • TV

Breakfast and Dining

An extensive buffet breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant, which also serves international dishes at lunch and dinner; the bar is open through the evening.

Restaurant at the Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol A4

Facilities and Services

The wellness centre has an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a steam bath, and there is a fitness room. The 25 meeting rooms make it one of the largest conference venues around the airport.

Pool at the Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol A4

Free Wi-Fi covers the hotel, and parking is free for guests during their stay.

Location and Transportation

The hotel is at Rijksweg A4 3, Hoofddorp, directly on the A4 motorway, about 10 minutes by road from the terminal and 20 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The free shuttle runs both ways from 5:00 am to 11:40 pm, from the Hotel Shuttle stop at Schiphol Plaza (bays A9 to A13); a night shuttle outside those hours has been offered at €10 per person. Trains from Schiphol reach Amsterdam Centraal in about 15 minutes.

Nearby Alternatives

The Best Western Plus Amsterdam Airport Hotel and the Bastion Hotel Amsterdam Airport at nearby De Hoek are smaller and cheaper with a free shuttle both ways and free parking. For a pool and spa closer to the forest, the Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam is in Schiphol-Oost.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Van der Valk shuttle free in both directions?

Yes, between 5:00 am and 11:40 pm, from the Hotel Shuttle stop A9 to A13 at Schiphol Plaza; the drive takes about 10 minutes. Outside those hours a night shuttle has been offered at €10 per person.

Is parking free at the Van der Valk Schiphol?

Parking is free during your stay. Leaving the car for the length of a trip is a separate park-and-fly arrangement; ask the hotel for current terms.

Does every room have a balcony?

The hotel advertises balconies or terraces across its rooms, which is rare at an airport hotel; confirm for the room type you book.

Information last verified: September 4, 2026