Just 30 minutes’ drive from Amsterdam, the charming seaside town of Zandvoort has long been a wonderful retreat for urban dwellers eager to escape the city for the day or the weekend. Facing the North Sea, the town is famed for its vast sandy beaches, illustrious motorsports heritage and relaxed vibe. Accommodation options are wide-ranging, with the best places to stay in Zandvoort including everything from charming B&Bs to swish seaside hotels, perfect for a host of tastes and budgets.

Zandvoort’s town centre brims with great boutiques, cafés and eateries. Stroll along to golden beaches to soak up the sunshine, build sandcastles as a family, or try your hand at sailing and kayaking. The North Sea isn’t famously warm for swimming, but it’s certainly refreshing and this stretch of coastline is very picturesque. Seaside ambles come highly recommended, as do cycling excursions along the area’s marked paths, or explorations of the nearby Nationaal Park Zuid-Kennemerland, with its undulating dunes, verdant forests and plethora of wildlife.

The town's big draw is undoubtedly the iconic Circuit Zandvoort, a world-renowned racetrack which hosts international events throughout the year. Book your seats well in advance if you’re keen to catch some motorsport. Expect rooms at the best places to stay in Zandvoort to fill up fast, too!

The Best Places to Stay in Zandvoort

For a Boutique B&B

• Boutique Hotel Margretha has just six guest rooms. A pretty red-brick building within walking distance of the beach, this boutique bolthole offers attractive spaces with big cosy beds, well-equipped kitchenettes and a mid-century sense of style. Kick back in the shared lounge or savour continental breakfasts before heading out to explore. Intimate and charming.

For Coastal Cool

• Hotel Blendin is a smart coastal hotel with sea-facing rooms and suites clad in grey, cream and light blue tones with polished wood and a real sense of understated style. The rooftop infinity pool is superb, as is the lively resto-bar, with its big breakfasts, aromatic coffees and cocktails. Ideal for a beachfront escape or celebration. 

For an apartment or holiday house

• For a self-catering spot, we recommend visiting our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, just 30 minutes' drive from Zandvoort. Most hotels will be happy to organise an airport or train station pickup in advance. 
• The Netherlands is great for exploring with the freedom of your own transport! If you would like to hire a car, we suggest that you contact our online partner Rentalcars.
• Travel during the summer for temperatures ranging between 11 and 23ºC, although this is the busiest time of year. The spring (April - May) or autumn (September - October) are ideal for those seeking fewer crowds and great hotel offers.

Still not sure?

• Expand your search to explore our list of the best places to stay in Amsterdam. 
• Alternatively, see our pick of all the best places to stay in the Netherlands. 
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.