Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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They have leather couches and some reclined chairs, not the most comfortable but I’ve had worse. Temperature was fine all night and not too many announcements, the only thing was a “mind your step” warning that went off every time someone walked past a sensor. – a guest reviewer
AMS Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
What to Expect
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (Code: AMS) operates as a single-terminal complex with three departure halls (1, 2, and 3) and seven piers (B, C, D, E, F, G, H/M), though the layout functions as one integrated facility split into Schengen (Piers B, C, D) and non-Schengen zones (Piers E, F, G, H/M). The departure halls are rife with creative airport amenities, including a library, a museum and designated rest zones. Travellers also have access to free WiFi and pay-to-use showers. For those looking for a little added comfort, there are first-class lounges – some of which include showers.
Sleeping in Amsterdam Airport
Recent traveller reviews suggest Amsterdam Schiphol remains one of Europe’s better airports for sleeping, though finding the best spots may require a bit of walking. Recliners near Gates E and F, quiet corners around Gate D87, and relaxation areas near Holland Boulevard continue to attract airport sleepers, while bright lighting and overnight noise remain common complaints. One traveller even reported receiving a free blanket and pillow from KLM staff during an overnight stay. Read our Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Sleep Guide for the best sleeping spots, airport hotels, and overnight survival tips.
If you’re looking for privacy and comfort, there are sleep cabins and an airside transit hotel. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
Read the latest traveller reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Amsterdam Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours. However, overnight access can be more restricted than during the day. Some landside areas (including Schiphol Plaza and certain public zones) may only be accessible to arriving or departing passengers and staff between 00:00 and 04:00.
What this means for airport sleepers
Schiphol is open overnight, but late-night access is more controlled than during the day. Expect fewer open areas, limited services, and possible checks by staff. If you plan to stay overnight, be prepared to remain in designated zones and keep your boarding pass accessible.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
Schiphol previously offered several designated rest zones with reclining chairs. As of recent updates, these appear to have been removed, and there are no longer clearly marked sleep or rest areas. Overnight travellers generally rely on informal seating, such as padded benches and loungers scattered throughout the terminal, particularly airside. Comfort varies by location, and armrests are common. If dedicated rest zones return, click here to update the guide.
As with sleeping in any public place, keep your belongings secured and within reach. Using locks, keeping valuables out of sight, and positioning bags against your body can help reduce the risk of opportunistic theft.
Cots
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) may provide cots for stranded passengers during significant disruptions, such as widespread delays or cancellations due to weather or operational issues. These are not available nightly for general use and are distributed at the airport’s discretion. If you are stranded overnight, ask airline or airport staff about availability.If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels, Sleep Pods & Day Rooms
Quick Facts
Nearest Hotel: Inside the Airport
Sleep Cabins or Pods: Yes
Day Rooms: Yes
Nearby Hotels with Free Shuttles: Yes
When the prospect of sleeping on the floor or in a chair gives you nightmares, there are several on-site and nearby options. Transit hotels inside security offer short stays and overnight rooms. Sleep pods are also available for short rest periods. Several hotels are within walking distance or offer shuttle service.
Sleep Pods and Cabins
- XpresSpa – GoSleep pods are reported to be available. Locations: Lounge 2 (upper level, towards D/E/F/G/H) and D-Pier (towards D1–D57). Hours: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Rates: €36 (1h) • €48 (2h) • €60 (3h) • €72 (4h)(Lounge 2 & D).
- YOTELAIR – Located in the airside/transit area of the main terminal, Lounge 2, near Pier D. Day-use rooms are available in 4-hour blocks (from €55) or overnight (€90-€130).
Hotels inside the Airport (In-Transit)
- Mercure Schiphol Terminal – Located after security and passport control in Lounge 3, 1st floor, near the start of Gates F. Access requires a passport and a ticket for a departing flight the same or next day. Day rooms are available. Showers-only access may also be available (approx. €20).
Hotels connected to the Airport
- Sheraton Hotel – (connected via a covered walkway, 2-minute walk from the Arrivals Hall ) Direct access from baggage claim. No airport shuttle.
- Hilton Hotel – (connected via covered walkway, 5-minute walk) The hotel is an easy walk from the main terminal.
- CitizenM hotel – (500m, 5-10-minute walk) A trendy budget hotel within a short walk of the airport. No airport shuttle.
- Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport (Hoofddorp) – Free shuttle: every 30 min (approx 6:30 AM – 11:15 PM).
- NH Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (Hoofddorp) – Free shuttle 24/7 (fixed schedule).
- ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport (Badhoevedorp) – Free shuttle about 3:45 AM – 12:40 AM.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Amsterdam Airport, Schiphol (Schiphol-Rijk) – Shuttle operates from 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM every 30 min. Airport to hotel, free. Hotel to airport, €5.
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam (Schiphol-Oost/Amsterdamse Bos) – Free shuttle on a scheduled timetable.
- Moxy Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (Hoofddorp) – Paid shuttle, €3.50–€4.50 from hotel; taxi is needed for overnight.
- Corendon Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (Badhoevedorp) – Complimentary shuttle; frequent schedule (morning through late evening).
- Park Plaza Amsterdam Airport (Lijnden) – Shuttle every 30 min, 5:30 AM – 12:00 AM. Fee: €5. Airport pick-up platforms A9–A13.
Airport Lounges
Walk-in Rates, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass, through a lounge membership program or other access requirements.
KLM Crown Lounge (No. 25) – Location: Airside, Lounge 1, Schengen Area, 2nd Floor, opposite Pier D. Hours: 4:45 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€55) • Lounge membership programs (Flying Blue Platinum, Gold, SkyTeam Elite Plus) • Business/First Class passengers of KLM, Air France, or SkyTeam partners • Delta SkyClub members on SkyTeam flights • Flying Blue Award Miles for economy passengers.
Star Alliance Lounge – Location: Airside, Lounge 2, Non-Schengen Area, near Gates H/I, 3rd Floor. Hours: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Star Alliance Gold members • International First Class, International Business Class, Domestic First Class, or Domestic Business Class ticket holders of Star Alliance member airlines.
Privium Express Lounge – Location: Airside, Lounge 1, Schengen Area, 2nd Floor, start of Pier D. Hours: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€40) • Airport membership programs (Privium Plus, €285 annual membership).
KLM Crown Lounge – Location: Airside, Lounge 3, Non-Schengen Area, 2nd Floor, near F Pier. Hours: 4:45 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: Yes. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€65) • Lounge membership programs (Flying Blue Platinum, Gold, SkyTeam Elite Plus) • Business/First Class passengers of KLM, Air France, or SkyTeam partners • Delta SkyClub members on SkyTeam flights • Flying Blue Award Miles for economy passengers.
Privium ClubLounge (West) – Location: Airside, Holland Boulevard, Non-Schengen Area, near Pier E. Hours: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€60) • Airport membership programs (Privium Plus, €285 annual membership).
Airline Lounges
If you are a First or Business Class traveller, you may have access to the oneworld Lounge. Walk-in or pay-at-the-door access is not available at this lounge. For more information, check the airline’s website.
Drinking Water
A reader reports that water fountains are available airside. One was spotted near the restrooms opposite the Iamsterdam shop. To report more locations, click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
A limited number of food and drink outlets operate overnight at Schiphol. Here are the 24-hour options:
- Landside – Health Food Wall (Plaza) • La Place Express (Plaza) • Burger King (Plaza) • Starbucks (Plaza) • La Place (Plaza) • Grand Café Plaza (Plaza) • Douwe Egberts Coffee Bar (Departure 3)
- Airside – The Med (Lounge 1) • Park Café (Lounge 1) • Harvest Market (D Pier) • Amsterdam Bread Company (Lounge 2) • Starbucks (Lounge 1) • Grab&Fly (D-Pier)
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Self-service lockers are available both before and after security, with storage for up to 7 days.
Locations: Holland Boulevard (Airside) • Lounge 1 (Airside) • Lounge 2 (Airside) • Kelderplein (Landside)
Rates: approx. €8 per 24-hour period.
Longer-term luggage storage (up to 30 days) is available at the staffed Baggage Storage Area.
Location: Level -1, between Arrivals 1 and Arrivals 2
Rates: approx. €2.50-€12.00 depending on size
Hours: Open 24 hours
Mobile Charging
Power outlets are available at workstations throughout the departure lounges and Piers C and D. These stations provide small work surfaces with built-in power.
Showers
Freshen up before your flight at the following pay-to-use facilities:
- Mercure Hotel – Location: Airside, Lounge 3, Upper Level, near Piers F, G, and H (opposite the KLM Crown Lounge). Rate: € 25 (including towels and toiletries).
Rates are unconfirmed at the time of this update. Click here to update this guide.
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available throughout Schiphol. Connect to the “Airport_Free_Wifi” network.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
- ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available throughout both landside and airside areas. Fees may apply depending on your bank.
- Baby Care Facilities – Baby Care Lounge offers changing tables, infant beds, washbasins, and seating. Located on Holland Boulevard between Departure Lounges 2 and 3.
- Currency Exchange – GWK Travelex operates multiple exchange counters throughout the terminal.
- First Aid – Emergency medical care is available 24/7 at the First Aid Post, with access from Departures Hall 2 (landside) and Lounge 2 (airside).
- Massage Services – XpresSpa offers chair massages and basic wellness treatments at several airside locations.
- Meditation Rooms – Interfaith meditation centre with a small library and scheduled services. Located airside in Lounge 2 near Pier E.
- Museum – Free Rijksmuseum exhibition featuring Dutch Golden Age works. Located on Holland Boulevard between Piers E and F.
- NEMO Science Museum – Small interactive exhibit for children located airside on Holland Boulevard. Reported to be open 24 hours.
- Observation Deck – Outdoor viewing terrace above the check-in area. Open seasonally and closed during winter months.
- Pharmacy – Apotheek is located in Schiphol Plaza (Arrivals 1). A second pharmacy is available within the First Aid Post for clinic patients.
- Privium Membership – Paid program offering faster security and passport control, along with additional traveller services.
- Shopping – Duty-free and retail shops are available airside. Duty-free pricing applies mainly to alcohol, cosmetics, and select goods. [ read more ]
- SIM Cards – Available at the Airport Telecom Shop in Schiphol Plaza.
- Smoking Areas – Smoking is only permitted before security in a designated outdoor area at Schiphol Plaza. No smoking areas are available airside.
- Spa & Salon Services – XpresSpa (airside) offers express treatments. Coiffure En Vogue (landside, Schiphol Plaza) provides hair services.
- Tax Refunds – VAT refunds for eligible non-EU travellers are processed by Global Blue and Travelex.
- Travel Clinic – Offers travel health advice and vaccinations. Appointments should be arranged in advance.
- Work Stations – Workstations with desks and power outlets are available throughout departure lounges and select piers.
Related Pages: Things to do on a Layover at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
More things to do away from the airport if you have the time:
- Museums: Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, Zaanse Schans
- Keukenhof, to view the tulip displays in Spring
- Madurodam, the miniature city, is open 365 days
- Aviodrome, the National Aviation Theme Park
Do you want to make the most of your stopover or long layover by leaving the airport for sightseeing? Check out our Amsterdam Airport Layover Sightseeing guide.
Buses
Schiphol Airport is served by buses from the city and surrounding regions. Bus stops for all bus lines can be found at Schiphol Plaza, a short walk from Arrivals. For rates, fares and schedules, visit the 9292.nl website.
Car Rentals
AMS Airport is served on-site by the following car rental agencies: Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Hertz • Sixt. You can find these agencies in Schiphol Plaza, directly behind Arrivals 3.
Hotel Shuttles
See Airport Hotels above.
Ride Sharing
Uber operates throughout the Netherlands, but prices are expensive. A ride to the city centre will cost you about $35 – $60.
Taxi
The airport offers standard taxis, travel taxis (suitable for groups), and business taxis (luxury service). The official taxi rank is located in front of Schiphol Plaza (T1, Level 0, Arrivals). Fares: Fares to Amsterdam city center: €45-€60 (15-25 minutes). For more information, visit the Schiphol Airport website.
Train
Schiphol Airport Railway Station offers NS trains to Amsterdam Centraal (15-20 minutes, €5.80, every 10-15 minutes), plus regional and international services (e.g., Thalys to Paris). Location: Level -1, beneath Schiphol Plaza. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the NS website.
Last updated: 2026-04-09
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.