Hoofddorp Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hoofddorp is the ideal base for day trips in the Randstad.

Hoofddorp is strategically located and has something to do for everyone. Combine a day of shopping in Amsterdam with a relaxing afternoon at the beach in Zandvoort and dinner in Haarlem.

Hoofddorp is built on what was the Haarlemmermeer, a lake, until the middle of the 19th century. Because the lake kept expanding and was starting to encroach on Amsterdam, it was decided to reclaim it in 1850. Two villages were established on the new land, Venneperdorp and Kruisdorp, which were later named Hoofddorp.

If you want to go shopping, Hoofddorp has plenty of shops but it's also just a stone’s throw to Amsterdam's Kalverstraat and De 9 Stratjes. Spend a fun evening in the Jordaan before returning to your accommodation in Hoofddorp.

Nature lovers can go to the beach at Zandvoort or bird watching and walking in National Park Zuid-Kennemerland. If you want to stay closer to Hoofddorp, hire a bicycle and head for the Westeinderplassen and tour the lake on a boat.

Hoofddorp is a small town, making it easy to explore on foot. The area is also perfect for a day of cycling or walking.

Take public transport for day trips that are a bit farther away. The town has a train station and a good regional bus service. It's best to leave your car in Hoofddorp and take public transport because parking fees in cities such as Haarlem and Amsterdam are very high.

Hoofddorp is in the middle of the Randstad, making it easy to reach by both public transport and car. The drive from Calais to Hoofddorp takes about 4 hours depending on traffic. You can also fly into Amsterdam and take a 5 minute train journey to Hoofddorp from Schiphol Airport.

Whatever you want to experience on your holiday, staying in Hoofddorp gives you access to a lot of cultural and fun activities.

Where to stay in Hoofddorp

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City Centre Hoofddorp

Travellers enjoy City Centre Hoofddorp for its live music and theatres. Consider checking out Winkelcentrum Vier Meren while you're in the area.

City Centre Hoofddorp
Best Western Plus Amsterdam Airport Hotel
Best Western Plus Amsterdam Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
Vuursteen 1, Hoofddorp
The price is ₹6,399 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹6,399
₹7,377 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hoofddorp. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,642 reviews)
"It was just a 1 night stay to get quickly to the airport the next morning. They had some kind of problem with the big shuttle bus but quickly arranged 2 smaller buses so everyone could get to Schiphol on time for their flights. Chapeau."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Amsterdam Airport Hotel
 Intercityhotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Intercityhotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
4 out of 5
Spark Avenue 1, Hoofddorp
The price is ₹7,845 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹7,845
₹9,044 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hoofddorp. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,098 reviews)
"Very clean property and close to the airport"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Intercityhotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
4.5 out of 5
Taurusavenue 12, Hoofddorp
The price is ₹7,488 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹7,488
₹8,633 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hoofddorp. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Need to more cleaning."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cityden Zuidas
Cityden Zuidas
4 out of 5
Professor J.H. Bavincklaan 3, Amstelveen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (973 reviews)
"A nice safe property near public transit"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Cityden Zuidas
The July - Boat & Co
The July - Boat & Co
4 out of 5
500 Revaleiland, Amsterdam, NH
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (321 reviews)
Beautiful and Well Designed.
"We absolutely loved staying at the July. Very beautiful space and location, nicely designed, mellow, and fun. The staff was happy to help and the morning beverages hit the spot. The food and drink menu didn't quite hit for me, and the bathroom could have been cleaned a little better, but they let ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

The July - Boat & Co
Adagio Amsterdam City South
Adagio Amsterdam City South
3.5 out of 5
Professor J H Bavinckln 5, Amstelveen, NL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"Good apartment, clean and comfy, but way too hot - the ventilation did nothing to cool the room."

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Adagio Amsterdam City South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Hoofddorp

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The one thing that was amazing is how friendly all the people all the local people are amazing

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Nothing there

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Location isn’t ideal if you want to access the city centre. However it is close to the airport so that was good.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

No

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Only a brief visit but a lovely small town with friendly people.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Hoofddorp itself is nothing special it is very close to Amsterdam and the airport

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