How far are Zaandam and Purmerend from ADE venues?

Zaandam is about 12 minutes by train from Amsterdam Centraal, and Purmerend is about 20–25 minutes. Trains run late into the night, so you can get back after the parties.

Is it cheaper to stay outside Amsterdam during ADE?

Yes. Central Amsterdam hostels often double in price during ADE, while pods and dorms in Zaandam or Purmerend stay more budget-friendly. Direct bookers also get 10% off, discounted tours, and free cancellation.

Do you have a curfew during ADE?

No. There is no curfew and reception is open 24/7, so you can come back whenever you like—perfect for late ADE nights.

What is included in a pod or dorm bed?

Every bed has a blackout curtain, personal reading light, charging sockets (USB + EU), hooks, a shelf, and secure lockers. Free WiFi is available throughout the hostel.

Can I check in late at night or store luggage?

Yes. Thanks to 24/7 reception and our Digital Check-in system, late arrivals are no problem. You can also store your luggage if you arrive early or leave after checkout.

Welcome Students

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Are you studying in Amsterdam and looking for somewhere to rest your head after a long day?

We're offering just that! A modern and hip hostel just outside the hustle of Amsterdam. Our hostel in Purmerend has unique sleeping facilities, luxury bathrooms, a place to study and a great social community.

Not only that our hostels offer around-the-clock free WiFi, 24/7 reception, daily cleaning and a pantry area with a fridge, shelves and coffee machine.

Monthly accommodation from €450 per person!

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Long day eh! Retreat to your own private and unique pod for that much needed siesta or a moment's peace. All of our pods are beautifully designed and extremely functional.

Our pods are fully ventilated and have been carefully designed with you in mind. Somewhere to charge your mobile, tablet or laptop, a reading light, clothes hooks and blackout privacy curtains for those deep sleepers. The pods also come with free to use lockers for your personal belongings.

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Luxury bathrooms

There is nothing better than taking a nice hot shower after a hard day studying! Our bathrooms with heated floors are modern, luxurious and super clean! We also like to keep men and women separate. There are plenty of washbasins for brushing your teeth, hairdryers and toilet roll! We have even put hooks and a seat inside the shower cubicle, so you don’t have to worry about running back to your dorm in your towel to get changed!

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ACCOMMODATION PRICE

Purmerend:

Single sleeping pods €450 excluding €2,75 per person per night city tax.

YOUR POD

The dorms are mixed of male and female. Subject to availability, you can be placed with close friends. Each pod comes with blackout curtains, a reading light, a USB / power socket and free-to-use lockers for your personal belongings.

CLEANING

Our dorms are cleaned daily. Your pod will be cleaned once weekly, including new linen and fresh towels by our professional cleaning company.

There are no laundry facilities within the hostel. The closest launderette is just around the corner.

WIFI AND STUDYING

Complimentary fast WiFi is included in the rate and is accessible throughout the hostel, including your pod. Scattered throughout the hostel you will find a place to study, read and socialise.

FOOD & DRINK

Unfortunately, there are no cooking facilities within the hostel. There is a small pantry on each floor with a refrigerator, shelves and coffee machine. You are allowed to bring your own food and drink inside the hostel and there are various areas to sit down for dinner, including our outdoor terrace!

We have teamed up with our friendly neighbours, where you can get a tasty breakfast for only €6!

THE FINE PRINT

Minimum one-month stay
14-day cancellation policy
Registration with the local council not possible
No smoking or use of drugs in the hostel
No curfew - 24/7 reception
Have fun and socialise with our friendly tourists in house!
You also get your own in-house butler for top tips and tricks during your down days.

Luxury mattress and linen
Free WIFI
Totally Free Personal Lockers
EU Sockets / USB
Reading Light
Heated bathroom floor
Towels (€4)
Hairdryer
Large Showers
His / Her Bathrooms
Blackout curtain
Earplugs
Air circulation vents
Vending Machines
Terrace

City Trip Facilities

PURMERNED to VU AMSTERDAM

By Public Transport

There is a bus stop right outside the hostel. The bus is a direct bus route to Amsterdam and surrounding areas. It takes approximately 45 minutes to get to the VU campus from Purmerend by public transport. A beautiful bus ride through the Noord-Holland countryside lets you experience a side of the Netherlands you may normally not get to see.

The approximate cost of transit for a month (2 times, 5 days a week) is around 200 euros.

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ZAANDAM to VU AMSTERDAM

By Public Transport

There is a bus stop right outside the hostel. The bus is a direct bus route to Amsterdam and surrounding areas. It takes approximately 45-50 minutes to get to the VU campus from Zaandam by public transport.

The approximate cost of transit for a month (2 times, 5 days a week) is around 225 euros.

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