The Hotel

Situated just a short drive from Schiphol Airport, the four star Van der Valk Hotel offers a good starting point from which to explore Amsterdam and its numerous attractions. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s proximity to the RAI Exhibition Centre and the Keukenhof, and reach the centre of the city easily.

The hotel boasts spacious rooms that come fitted out with comfy beds, flat-screen TVs, safes, and air-conditioning. There is also a sitting area and a desk for guests’ convenience, as well as an en suite bathroom with a rain shower and hairdryer. Rural views can be enjoyed from a balcony or terrace.

Moments of relaxation can be enjoyed at the hotel’s extensive wellness area that features an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam bath, and unique heated loungers. Those keen on working out may also take advantage of a fully equipped fitness centre. 

Dining is also offered at Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol at the on-site restaurant that serves up breakfasts, lunches and dinners. There is also a bistro and bar where guests can buy some drinks and snacks.

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Groupon’s Guide To Amsterdam

Sitting on the south bank of IJ Lake, Amsterdam is a port city connected to the North Sea, with Amstel River flowing through from south to north. Mixing vibrant nightlife and many diverse festivals with Renaissance architecture and cultural events, Amsterdam, the capital city of Netherlands, is a convenient spot for exploration and relaxation.

Guests can take a breath of fresh air with a stroll through the Erasmus Park, where ponds, gardens and local attractions make for a nice day of adventure or lazing in the sunshine. Moving inside, travellers can visit the Van Gogh Museum, which exhibits the works of the great master alongside pieces painted by his contemporaries. In this city of many tastes, tourists may enjoy Asian or Indonesian cuisine at one of the city’s restaurants or have dessert in one of the famous pancake houses, before renting a bicycle for a refreshing ride along the canals. Amsterdam also boasts shopping streets, filled with a wide range of stores and street markets selling food and clothes.

The weather in the capital city of Netherlands features an oceanic climate, strongly influenced by the North Sea. The temperatures during the summer season are mild, with the average high of about 20°C. The city gets a great level of sunshine throughout the season. However, the average low temperature, especially in the evenings, reaches about 12°C. Starting from mid-September, autumn is a rainy and wet period, with October having an average of 13°C and November one of 9°C. Amsterdam rarely sees the temperatures drop below 0°C in winter, with the average high around of 5°C. The level of sunshine drops to one hour per day in December, but this improves as the season progresses. In the spring, the weather starts to heat up. Although March and April are still chilly, May is often very pleasant with highs reaching 20°C.