amsterdam

November 8, 2005 7:52 AM

I'm flying into Amsterdam on an overnight flight, and have an appointment later in the afternoon. I need to crash somewhere for a few hours. I'm not flying first class, so the business lounge is out. Anyone have ideas where to grab a few hours sleep in Amsterdam without being bothered? (please, no marijuana jokes) For example, there's a place in New York where workers can nap for a half hour...
posted by jgballard to Travel & Transportation around Amsterdam, The Netherlands (4 answers total)

With some airlines, you can buy passes to the lounge, even if you aren't flying first class. Perhaps check into that?
posted by jacquilynne at 8:16 AM on November 8, 2005

Schipol Airport has a Hotel Mercure in it in which you can even rent for a few hours if you wish. It's Euro 78 a day. You can even just use them for a refreshment shower!

Schiphol Airport has a lot of stuff to offer nearby if you use their search function.
posted by zaelic at 9:50 AM on November 8, 2005

You could sleep in the airport.
posted by viewofdelft at 11:57 AM on November 8, 2005

From Schiphol Airport website:

"If you are transferring at Schiphol and have enough transit time, then a shower is going to provide you with a welcome and refreshing break.

* The showers are located in Hotel Mercure on the first floor of Lounge 3.
* Hotel Mercure is located in the passenger area beyond security and is therefore only accessible by (transferring and departing) passengers.
* The hotel is open 24 hours a day, so you can go there any time you like.
* The cost of using a shower amounts to EUR 12.50 (including towels, soap and shampoo).

More information?
Hotel Mercure
Telephone number: +31 (0)20 - 604 1339
Fax: +31 (0)20 - 653 0438."
posted by mdonley at 1:02 AM on November 9, 2005