The Arcade Hotel

Whether you’re an avid video gamer or you’re simply looking for an Amsterdam hotel that’s a little quirky and out of the ordinary, The Arcade Hotel could just be the one for you – and it’ll certainly make an immediate impression as soon as you set foot inside it. 

It takes great pride in its status as the world’s first ever video game-themed hotel, boasting a library with over a thousand different games and an arcade with over 25 coin-operated games. All the rooms are individually themed, including those specially designed for couples, and each one comes with its own retro and modern games console and gaming headset for your leisure. You’ve even got the option to have breakfast delivered to your door. 

Besides racking up high scores and chilling at the bar in this gaming paradise, you’ll also presumably want to see what Amsterdam is all about while you’re there. The hotel is in De Pijp, one of the city’s trendiest and most multicultural neighbourhoods, known for its bohemian vibe and eclectic variety of bars, cafes and restaurants showcasing cuisines from all around the world. It’s also home to the Albert Cuyp Market – the largest street market in the Netherlands – which you’ll find just a five-minute walk from the hotel. 

Other prime attractions such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum and Leidseplein – one of the city’s liveliest squares, especially in the evenings – are also within easy walking distance, making this an excellent spot for exploring Amsterdam on foot. There are also numerous tram and bus stops nearby, as well as a metro station, so getting around via public transport is very straightforward too.