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

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A red brick building with multiple windows and balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A building with a large flowering tree in front of the entrance.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, a bottle, and two glasses.

1. Adriaen van Ostade B&B

De Pijp, 2.6 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Lydia

₩223,767

₩298,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a view of a kitchen area through a glass door.

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

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.

2. The July - Twenty Eight

1.2 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Caitlin

₩208,752

₩278,681 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

Robert

₩171,210

₩228,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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

4. Jan Luyken Amsterdam

Museum Quarter, 3.1 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Alan

₩229,793

₩306,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a small table with decorative items.

A restaurant with round tables, chairs, and potted plants.

A modern interior with a unique birdcage display containing plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, and a coffee table. There are shelves with decorative items and a globe.

5. Park Plaza Vondelpark

2.3 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Patricia

₩194,782

₩260,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A buffet with various food items and a coffee machine.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Fita," a brick facade, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

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

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.

6. Hotel Fita

Museum Quarter, 3 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Kelly Ann

₩180,235

₩240,617 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 modern hotel lobby with a large glass door leading to an outdoor area, a self-service beverage station, and a variety of toiletries on shelves.

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.

7. Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South by IHG

0.7 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Stacy

₩162,525

₩216,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

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.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee machine, and a hanging light fixture.

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

8. Adagio Amsterdam City South

1.7 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Emiliana

₩138,122

₩181,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings and trees.

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

9. Hotel Omega

Museum Quarter, 2.6 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Graham

₩156,532

₩208,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern hotel with a prominent Skybar on the top floor, multiple balconies, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

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

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

10. WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam

3 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Lynda

₩125,058

₩166,947 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 interior with a seating area featuring circular and oval chairs, a glass partition, and a visible staircase.

11. citizenM Amsterdam South

1.2 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Kevin

₩155,094

₩207,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

A modern building with the sign "INNSIDE" on its facade.

12. INNSiDE by Meliá Amsterdam

0.8 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Kjetil

₩162,519

₩216,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern interior with a view of buildings outside.

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.

13. Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam

Museum Quarter, 2.9 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Richard

₩575,662

₩768,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

A modern lounge area with a long sofa, multiple ottomans, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

14. Element by Marriott Amsterdam

0.9 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Ranses

₩146,583

₩195,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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 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

Awais

₩250,116

₩333,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

16. PREMIER SUITES PLUS Amsterdam

0.4 km from VU University of Amsterdam

will

₩183,691

₩245,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

17. Conscious Hotel The Tire Station

2.7 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Deanna

₩121,650

₩162,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A table with breakfast items, a glass of orange juice, a glass of white wine, and a vase with pink flowers.

A modern hotel room with a cozy seating area, a small table, a sofa, a bed with red and white pillows, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A framed sign with the word "ELLE" and text related to Amsterdam and French art.

A building with a central wooden door, arched windows, and two potted plants on the ground.

18. Maison ELLE Amsterdam

3 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Richard

₩159,783

₩213,304 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 modern retail space with a teal-colored counter, a refrigerated display case, and a variety of products including beverages and snacks.

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

19. Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam Hotel

Museum Quarter, 2.9 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Dan

₩196,023

₩261,687 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 sitting at a table with a glass of wine, near a window with sheer curtains.

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.

20. Hotel Aalders

Museum Quarter, 3.1 km from VU University of Amsterdam

Thomas

₩181,011

₩241,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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Top VU University of Amsterdam Hotel Reviews

Hotel & Wellness Zuiver

10/10 Excellent

"El hotel es muy bonito Está localizado en un área muy tranquila, el Restaurante es de lo mejor y el desayuno estuvo increíble , el Chef del desayuno súper amable nos hizo un omelette delicioso y lo llevó hasta la mesa , ( tener cuidado porque hay días de Spa donde No permiten ingresar con traje de baño, entonces para ciertas personas No les parece ir al Spa )"

PREMIER SUITES PLUS Amsterdam

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, with tram just outside door, and major train station short walk away. Busy vibrant area, very new. Bike rental worked well. Spacious rooms, clean. Staff helpful, especially Tatiana."

Novotel Amsterdam City

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time. Great staff. Friendly and professional. Very nice business hotel"

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - South by IHG

8/10 Good

"Na"

Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, clean, reception staff was very friendly. We got upgraded with no extra cost what was nice. Very good location 5min walk to metro and train station. Would recommend this hotel."

ibis budget Amsterdam City South

10/10 Excellent

"Decent place nice location nice staff"

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."

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A modern urban plaza with contemporary glass buildings, trees, and outdoor seating areas.

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

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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. Adriaen van Ostade B&B

2. The July - Twenty Eight

3. nhow Amsterdam RAI

4. Jan Luyken Amsterdam

5. Park Plaza Vondelpark

6. Hotel Fita

7. Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South by IHG

8. Adagio Amsterdam City South

9. Hotel Omega

10. WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam

11. citizenM Amsterdam South

12. INNSiDE by Meliá Amsterdam

13. Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam

14. Element by Marriott Amsterdam

15. Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Zuidas

16. PREMIER SUITES PLUS Amsterdam

17. Conscious Hotel The Tire Station

18. Maison ELLE Amsterdam

19. Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam Hotel

20. Hotel Aalders

Top VU University of Amsterdam Hotel Reviews

Hotel & Wellness Zuiver

PREMIER SUITES PLUS Amsterdam

Novotel Amsterdam City

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - South by IHG

Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South by IHG

ibis budget Amsterdam City South

Diamond Capsule Hotel Amsterdam South

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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