The Best Hotels Closest to VU University of Amsterdam in Amsterdam for 2026

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A restaurant with a long counter, blue chairs, and a blue sofa.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel lobby with a black and white checkered floor, a staircase, a reception desk, and blue chairs with a vase of yellow flowers.

A deck with outdoor furniture, a small table with glasses, and a potted plant.

1. De Ware Jacob Boutique Hotel

Museum Quarter, 2.4 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Paul

₩165,010

₩220,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk, and a view of a bridge.

A modern interior with a tiled wall, a wooden bench, and a seating area with cushions.

A spacious living area with a modern sofa, green chairs, and a patterned rug. There are hanging blue and white spherical lights, a bar area in the background, and a variety of plants and bookshelves.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a brick-paved ground.

2. The July - Twenty Eight

1.2 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Caitlin

₩204,703

₩273,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A restaurant with a city view, modern decor, and a variety of seating options.

A modern building with a unique stacked design, surrounded by a cityscape and a highway.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV. It has a city view through large windows.

3. nhow Amsterdam RAI

1.8 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Akshay

₩175,416

₩234,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window providing a view of the street.

A tree-lined street with a building featuring a corner entrance and a bicycle parked outside.

A cozy room with a dark blue sofa, a wooden floor, and a large window with a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large potted plant.

4. Jan Luyken Amsterdam

Museum Quarter, 3.1 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Alan

₩236,138

₩315,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An adagio aparthotel with a welcoming entrance, a fountain, and a staircase leading to the door.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a view of the hallway.

A modern hotel room with a round wooden dining table, blue upholstered chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a large textured pendant light.

5. Adagio Amsterdam City South

1.7 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Emiliana

₩134,765

₩177,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A serene garden with a koi pond, cherry blossoms, and a traditional Japanese building.

A modern indoor pool area with a central hot tub, lounge seating, and a view of the pool.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a high ceiling with modern lighting fixtures.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding shoji screen.

6. Hotel Okura Amsterdam

De Pijp, 2.6 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Harrison Hee chan

₩406,557

₩542,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A buffet with various food items and a coffee machine.

A hotel with a "HOTEL" sign, a "Hotel Fita" sign, and a "Van de Veldestraat" sign. There are bicycles parked outside and a tree in a planter.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A hallway with a staircase, a chandelier, and a view of the outside.

7. Hotel Fita

Museum Quarter, 3 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Kelly Ann

₩171,941

₩229,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A row of brick townhouses with multiple stories, front doors, and windows. There are bicycles parked in front and a car parked on the street.

A room with a large window overlooking a historic building with a clock tower. There is a chair with a cushion, a small table with a newspaper and a glass of juice, and a desk with a lamp and a book.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop with various food items, and pendant lighting.

8. Hotel Omega

Museum Quarter, 2.6 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Heather

₩160,377

₩214,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bar area with a marble counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A restaurant interior with a checkered floor, green and red shoji screens, and a large mural of a wave.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a central staircase, glass railings, and a polished floor.

9. Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South by IHG

0.7 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Stacy

₩167,469

₩223,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of modern and traditional architecture.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a bowl sink, and a window offering a city view.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two chairs, a desk, and a bed.

A courtyard with a wooden deck, a seating area, and a building with a traditional architectural style.

10. Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam

Museum Quarter, 2.9 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Richard

₩742,341

₩991,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A kitchen counter with various food items and condiments.

A bartender preparing a drink at a bar with a modern interior, large windows, and visible bottles and glasses.

A modern building with large glass windows reflecting a street scene.

A modern hotel exterior with large glass windows, a brick-paved walkway, and a visible interior with seating and a TV.

11. citizenM Amsterdam South

1.2 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Jose

₩170,007

₩226,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern interior with a view of the city, a staircase, and a seating area.

A modern bar area with round tables, bar stools, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating area with patterned cushions, and a large potted plant.

A modern bar area with seating, large windows, and indoor plants.

12. INNSiDE by Meliá Amsterdam

0.8 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Kjetil

₩160,159

₩213,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bar area with a city view, seating arrangements, and a decorative ceiling.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows, and a view of buildings and greenery.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of buildings and greenery.

A man and woman in a bathtub with champagne, surrounded by a modern bathroom with patterned wallpaper and a glass shower enclosure.

13. WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam

3 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Lynda

₩137,473

₩183,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bar area with hanging metal lamps, a counter with various items, and wicker chairs.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a reception desk.

An outdoor patio area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements including benches and tables, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

14. Element by Marriott Amsterdam

0.9 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Olufunmilayo

₩171,793

₩229,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bedroom with a large window, a sofa bed, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and a round table, a bathtub, and a large window offering a view.

A modern interior with a central bar area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign reading "VANDERVALK".

15. Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Zuidas

1.6 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Hongjing

₩203,789

₩272,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern bar area with a refrigerated display, shelves of snacks, and a view of the city through large windows.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a small stool, a desk, a wardrobe, and a wall-mounted TV.

A building with a sign reading "The Tire Station" and a sign above the entrance that says "Check in @".

16. Conscious Hotel The Tire Station

2.7 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Regina

₩116,394

₩155,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A high-rise building with a sign reading "Premier Suites."

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee machine, and a plant.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large window with a city view.

A modern living room with a dining table set for four, a blue sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

17. PREMIER SUITES PLUS Amsterdam

0.4 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Darryn

₩187,845

₩250,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A dining area with tables set for service, large windows with a view of greenery and buildings, and a red archway framing the windows.

A bar area with red velvet chairs, a bar counter, and a chandelier.

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, two plush armchairs, a large potted plant, and a marble floor with a decorative emblem.

18. Apollofirst Boutique Hotel

2 km from VU University of Amsterdam

john

₩183,043

₩244,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table with a vase, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with a vase, a sofa, and a view of buildings through the windows.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A modern retail space with a teal-colored counter, a refrigerated display case, and a variety of products including beverages and snacks.

19. Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam Hotel

Museum Quarter, 2.9 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Rachel

₩213,550

₩285,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk, a chair, a table, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A person seated at a bar with a wine glass, a shelf of bottles, and a menu in the background.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a red rug, a minibar, and a decorative wall.

A row of brick buildings with multiple windows and balconies, some with flags.

20. Hotel Aalders

Museum Quarter, 3.1 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Donald

₩185,458

₩247,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Top VU University of Amsterdam Hotel Reviews

Novotel Amsterdam City

10/10 Excellent

"The only thing I found not convenient is that there is No microwaves in the room."

Olympic Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room is very clean and well maintained. Staff also nice. I love this hotel our stay was awesome"

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - South by IHG

8/10 Good

"Location is good to connect with public transport. Area was quiet & felt safe to walk in. Room was efficient & clean. Will stay again."

ibis budget Amsterdam City South

10/10 Excellent

"Decent place nice location nice staff"

Hotel & Wellness Zuiver

8/10 Good

"Great spa and facilities will definitely be back"

Diamond Capsule Hotel Amsterdam South

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is extremely nice and helpful. The hotel room is compact but well designed. Overall exceeding my expectations for a capsule hotel."

nhow Amsterdam RAI

8/10 Good

"Lit pas confortable & climatisation pas plus bas que 22 C"

Element by Marriott Amsterdam

8/10 Good

"The hotel staff was lovely; the reservation team too. I called them as I couldn't find my way from the airport and they were very helpful. The room was clean and very comfortable and I particularly liked the hotel location."

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A modern building with glass windows and a green signboard.

World Trade Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

This business hub outside the city center caters to international crowds with shops, art exhibits and restaurants.

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A large stadium with a running track, bleachers, and a flagpole.

Olympic Stadium

6.6/10 (7 reviews)

Catch an event at Olympic Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Amsterdam such as biking. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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Shopping Center Gelderlandplein

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Shopping Center Gelderlandplein during your visit to Amsterdam. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.

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St. Nicolaaslyceum

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Sportpark Goed Genoeg

Catch an event at Sportpark Goed Genoeg during your trip to Amsterdam. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Multipla Amsterdam

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Beatrixpark

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around VU University of Amsterdam?

VU University of Amsterdam is located in a welcoming area of Amsterdam known for its top museums and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 46 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near VU University of Amsterdam?

Adjacent to VU University of Amsterdam, PREMIER SUITES PLUS Amsterdam is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers in-room kitchens and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include INNSiDE by Meliá Amsterdam and citizenM Amsterdam South.

How many hotels should I expect to find near VU University of Amsterdam?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from VU University of Amsterdam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near VU University of Amsterdam, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to VU University of Amsterdam.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near VU University of Amsterdam?

To access more information about updating your stay near VU University of Amsterdam or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near VU University of Amsterdam?

Study the collections at The Upside Down Amsterdam, Stedelijk Museum, or Van Gogh Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Magere Brug, Rokin, and Rembrandt House Museum. You can watch performances at Concertgebouw, Paradiso, and Internationaal Theater Amsterdam if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to VU University of Amsterdam?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around VU University of Amsterdam is simple. You can access metro transit at Boelelaan - Vrije Universiteit Stop, Parnassusweg Stop, and A.J. Ernststraat Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Amsterdam South Station and Amsterdam RAI Station are the closest stops to Amsterdam South.

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Our top choices for VU University of Amsterdam hotels

1. De Ware Jacob Boutique Hotel

2. The July - Twenty Eight

3. nhow Amsterdam RAI

4. Jan Luyken Amsterdam

5. Adagio Amsterdam City South

6. Hotel Okura Amsterdam

7. Hotel Fita

8. Hotel Omega

9. Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South by IHG

10. Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam

11. citizenM Amsterdam South

12. INNSiDE by Meliá Amsterdam

13. WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam

14. Element by Marriott Amsterdam

15. Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Zuidas

16. Conscious Hotel The Tire Station

17. PREMIER SUITES PLUS Amsterdam

18. Apollofirst Boutique Hotel

19. Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam Hotel

20. Hotel Aalders

Top VU University of Amsterdam Hotel Reviews

Novotel Amsterdam City

Olympic Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - South by IHG

ibis budget Amsterdam City South

Hotel & Wellness Zuiver

Diamond Capsule Hotel Amsterdam South

nhow Amsterdam RAI

Element by Marriott Amsterdam

Other attractions near VU University of Amsterdam

World Trade Center

Olympic Stadium

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Shopping Center Gelderlandplein

St. Nicolaaslyceum

Sportpark Goed Genoeg

Multipla Amsterdam

Beatrixpark

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