Every year, Amsterdam welcomes loads and loads of visitors. According to some, it can even get a bit too crowded. Fortunately, more and more visitors discover that there is great beauty and excitement outside of the city as well. That’s the reason, for example, that the seaside town of Zandvoort is called “Amsterdam Beach” nowadays. When it comes to nature, the Muiderslot, Waterland and the Keukenhof attract a lot of attention.
The same goes for the villages and cities in the vicinity of Amsterdam. Many visitors include the beauty, as well as the relaxation and spaciousness of Greater Amsterdam in their travel plans. B&B Hendricus is located in the heart of Greater Amsterdam, nestled between the Capital, Zandvoort, Haarlem and the flower bulb district. From the B&B the beauty of Holland is just a stone-throw away.
Close to Haarlem, Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague
Looking for city live, but not interested in the hassle? B&B Hendricus is perfectly situated between soothing nature and city adventure. Bus 340 stops close to the door. This will take you to the center of Haarlem (20 minutes) or to Hoofddorp train station, where you can transfer to Amsterdam (25 minutes), The Hague or Rotterdam. B&B Hendricus is surrounded by many parks and lays in a rural setting. The Geniedijk is nearby and offers a wonderful cycling route from Haarlem to Aalsmeer.
Close to Schiphol Airport
Planning an early or late trip starting at Schiphol Airport? Consider B&B Hendricus as a nice and cheap alternative for a hotel at Schiphol. Although Hoofddorp is conveniently close to Schiphol International Airport, the airplanes have landed long before they reach us. Therefore, your rest will not be disturbed by air traffic noise. Park your car for free nearby the B&B, and take the bus to Schiphol. With the bus stop close by, you arrive at Schiphol Airport within 20 minutes. No traffic jams, no stress, no expensive parking at Schiphol. You will start your travel with a smile!
Restaurants Hoofddorp
Looking for a restaurant in Hoofddorp? B&B Hendricus is in walking distance of the shopping centre of Hoofddorp, where you can find several restaurants. We name our favorites (all three nominated for Best Food in Hoofddorp):
Anak Blitar, Indonesian, open daily, Concourslaan 8A
Namaste, Indian cuisine, open daily from 11:00 until 22.00, Kruisweg 1017
Trattoria Buoni Amici, Italian, open: Tue thru Sun, for lunch as well, Concourslaan 3
Beach Pavilion Papa’s Beach House , eating and drinking the Haarlemmermeer Forrest, IJweg 961
Out in Hoofddorp
Nothing going on in Hoofddorp? Forget about it! Hoofddorp offers wonderful shopping, dancing and dining 7 days a week. There is a theater, a cultural center and a movie theater. There are many restaurants, cafés and bars. Theaters are: De Meerse (Raadhuisplein 3) and Het Oude Raadhuis (Hoofdweg 675). The cultural center is called PierK (Raadhuisplein 3), and houses Muziekcentrum Duycker. Here you can enjoy jam sessions, rock or disco, they offer it all. A fun night out is guaranteed! Movie theater Kinepolis (raadhuisplein 12) offers 8 theaters and its own bar/lounge. Kinepolis also offers opera, ballet and live performances. The Claus Park (Bosweg 19) in the Haarlemmermeerse Bos offers a range of amusement and entertainment, such as restaurants, bars, bowling allies, an escape room and a casino.