Choosing for a match or a concert
| Need | Best choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Walk to the stadium | Arena Boulevard hotels | no transport after the event |
| Centre of Amsterdam | any hotel in the centre | one metro ride back to the Arena |
| Car | P+R ArenA (exit Ouderkerk) | not valid during major events at the ArenA or Ziggo Dome |
Hotels we looked at
Hotel pick: Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam Arena Boulevard (Booking score 8.1 from about 13,000 reviews, read 30 October 2026): about 430 m from the Johan Cruijff ArenA; guests rate its location 9.1. Limit: the score is only "very good", not exceptional.
Hotel pick: Holiday Inn Amsterdam Arena Towers (Booking score about 8.0, read 30 October 2026): a short walk from shops and restaurants. Limit: we only read its overall score and a comment on location, so check room details on the page.
Hotel pick: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam Arena Towers (Booking score 7.9 from more than 17,000 reviews, read 30 October 2026): guests rate its location 8.5. Limit: the lowest overall score of the three.
Getting there and back
Bijlmer ArenA station has metro and train services; check GVB and NS for your night, and read getting around Amsterdam. Driving? The ArenA P+R costs €6 per 24 hours off-peak but is not valid on major event days: see parking in Amsterdam. To visit the stadium itself, read Johan Cruijff Arena tour tickets. Compare rooms on Booking.com.
FAQ
Can I walk from the hotel to the Arena? Yes from the Arena Boulevard hotels, it is a short walk.
When should I book? As soon as the fixture or concert date is known.
La rédaction Amsterdam Authority, October 2026.
