Possibly a club with one of the most interesting away experiences in Europe for football fans, Ajax is definitely up there.
Located in Amsterdam – the capital of Netherlands, this is a city that attracts 10s of millions of visitors each year, many of which either come to support their team and watch them against Ajax, or to see the club itself. Similar to Barcelona, Ajax is a club that has global fascination.
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Away fans – especially those who are flying into the country, often usually stay at least one night in one of the many different options that are available and for some, the quality of accommodation is a priority.
This is usually, more the case for those fans making longer flights, which often means that they have been sitting uncomfortably for a few hours in an aeroplane.
Amsterdam, though, has many options when it comes to hotels, most of which are conveniently located with relatively easy access to the stadium.
Explore Your Options
Indeed, there are numerous that stand out. Take the Pulitzer for example, which can be found in the salubrious Nine Streets neighbourhood, is a picture of elegance and comfort with an exquisitely designed interior, with plenty of amenities nearby.
Or, there is the stylish, yet comfortable ‘The Hoxton’ with an abundance of delicious menu options as far as a pre-match dinner is concerned in addition to extremely cosy hotel rooms, aided by snug beds – an important factor when you’re travelling. It’s always a nice surprise to find a hotel with good mattresses such as simba’s small double mattress toppers and others.
If you’re looking for something somewhat luxurious yet quirky, with a modern twist, then check out The Conservatorium Hotel, which has plenty to offer in terms of facilities and is right in the centre of the city, close to the main transport links.
Here, you can really make the most of your away trip experience, with plenty of options in terms of restaurants, including an award-winning bar, while you can even take a relaxing swim and sauna as well.
Meanwhile, on the banks of the canal, you can find the oldest hotel in the city – the Tivoli Doelen Amsterdam, which is packed with history. Indeed, it was here where the famous Dutch artist ‘Rembrandt’ had his iconic painting ‘The Night Watch’ first exhibited. There is a noticeable theme throughout the hotel, with quite a few of the onsite amenities fashioned after the famous artist.
What Else To See If You Have Time
Once you have settled on the matter of accommodation and should you have a bit of time to kill before and after the match, you will find Amsterdam has a number of things to see and do.
The city centre itself is a great place to walk around, especially along the canals, while Anne Frank House makes for an interesting couple of hours to see where she lived in hiding as a girl during World War II, while the Vincent Van Gogh Museum also provides a fascinating cultural insight.