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Where to stay
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Hoofddorp travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hoofddorp

With a population of 132,734, Hoofddorp is a must-see destination in North Holland, Netherlands. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Hoofddorp deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Hoofddorp

Hoofddorp in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 152
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hoofddorp in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 152
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hoofddorp

Plane

When flying to Hoofddorp, you’ll arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is located 5 km from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to Hoofddorp include Air France, KLM and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 7h 15m.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by Train. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 37m and costs around C$ 49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about C$ 56 for a 3h 04m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hoofddorp is to pick up a car rental from Amsterdam, which is about 16 km from Hoofddorp. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Regiojet. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 105 km and will cost you around C$ 19. From Groningen, the ticket costs about C$ 25 for a journey of 209 km.

Plane

When flying to Hoofddorp, you’ll arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is located 5 km from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to Hoofddorp include Air France, KLM and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 7h 15m.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by Train. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 37m and costs around C$ 49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about C$ 56 for a 3h 04m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hoofddorp is to pick up a car rental from Amsterdam, which is about 16 km from Hoofddorp. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Regiojet. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 105 km and will cost you around C$ 19. From Groningen, the ticket costs about C$ 25 for a journey of 209 km.

Airports near Hoofddorp

AMSAmsterdam Schiphol
RTMRotterdam The Hague
EINEindhoven

Airlines serving Hoofddorp

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,864 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,813 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,323 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,276 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,150 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,550 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,836 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,175 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,228 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hoofddorp

Most booked hotels in Hoofddorp

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Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 141+
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Courtyard by Marriott Amsterdam Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 154+
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NH Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 153+
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Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 161+
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Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 169+
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Corendon Urban Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 144+
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Renting a car in Hoofddorp

Expect to pay C$ 3.48 per litre in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 41.66 and C$ 55.55. The most frequently booked car type in Hoofddorp is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 3.48 per litre in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 41.66 and C$ 55.55. The most frequently booked car type in Hoofddorp is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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