?Fly me to the Moon? ? the Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol transforms the long-haul lay-over
I?ve always considered airport lay-overs one of the downsides of travel. Yet I?ve revised that opinion since discovering the Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Hotel; writes Andrew Forbes.
This landmark property has striking design features from its signature exterior to the distinctive interior that go beyond the aesthetic. There are more than 430 rooms; meetings and conference space; a stylish Axis Lobby & Cocktail Bar; excellent Bowery Restaurant ? and a spa too. The Hilton Amsterdam Airport understands what 21st century business and leisure travellers want and in my experience, it delivers.
If you follow my articles, you?ll know I have a good opinion of Hilton properties. They?re often under-rated. Hilton properties typically offer varied facilities, well-trained staff, and the good-sized rooms. Well I?m even more impressed since staying at the Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Hotel. I know, airport hotels are hardly the places you expect to be impressed or inspired. Yet, cast aside any preconceptions you may have, and discover with me this designer property.
Location
Schiphol is one of Europe?s major airport hubs, where short-haul feeder and long-haul intercontinental flights integrate. The airport serves more than 300 destinations. Â It?s sprawling, yet everything converges on the one central arrivals terminal meeting area, which somehow makes the airport easier to navigate. From the Schiphol central terminal, it?s easy to arrive to the hotel on foot, since an e...
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