Looking for the ultimate cycling holiday in the Netherlands? Bikepacking Holland offers a sustainable, sporty, and budget-friendly alternative. Cycle from (bike-friendly) hostel to hostel, discover the most beautiful cycling routes, and experience the Netherlands in a unique way.

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Bunk Hotel Amsterdam is located in Amsterdam north and is housed in a renovated church! The hotel is accessible via a short ferry ride from Central Station and is situated in a vibrant neighborhood full of cultural hotspots. Whether you are alone, with a bikepacking buddy or with your family, Bunk hotel offers double rooms as well as luxury pod beds that are ideal for individual travelers or budget-consious guests seeking comfort. Bunk hotel Amsterdam is well-equipped for cycling enthusiasts, the area is popular for biking and it’s easy to explore the city of Amsterdam from the hotel.

BUNK Hotel

City Trip Hostel sets the standard for Modern, Fresh and Unique on a small budget! City Trip Hostel is a brand new hostel and you can stay here alone or as a couple in an unique pod. So a lot of privacy for a great price! Purmerend is just a short bike ride from Amsterdam and the hostel itself is located right in the center of Purmerend. The ideal base for exploring the city. The hostel has a kitchen and lounge where you can meet people from all over the world!

City Trip Hostel Purmerend

In the heart of Groningen, PJs Hostel offers the perfect mix of hostel vibes and hotel comfort. When you book a night at PJs, you’re in for a real experience. Instead of a traditional bunk bed, you’ll sleep in a “cocoon” with a privacy curtain, dimmable light, USB ports, and a luxurious 25cm thick mattress! Thanks to its central location, PJs is the perfect base to explore the city and its green surroundings. The top hotspots, like the Forum, the Martinitoren, and the shopping streets, are just a short walk away, and with a bike, you can easily reach the beautiful nature and picturesque villages nearby. Downstairs, you’ll find the cozy PJs restaurant, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a drink at the bar. It’s the perfect place to recharge after a day of exploring!

PJ'S Hostel

Prachtig in Rotterdam is a relaxed riverside restaurant serving fresh international dishes with stunning views of the Maas and the iconic Erasmus Bridge. It’s a great stop for bikepackers thanks to its central location, spacious terrace, and hearty meals that recharge you before hitting the road again.

Bar restaurant Prachtig

Lunch, dinner & drinks

Nederzandt in Noordwijk is a relaxed beach pavilion nestled in the dunes at Langevelderslag. It’s a cozy year-round spot with sustainable, locally inspired food and plenty of space to unwind. For cyclists along the Dutch coastline, it makes an ideal stop to rest, refuel, and enjoy the coastal atmosphere before continuing the ride.

Nederzandt

Beach, food & drinks

After a long day of cycling, hostel Strowis is your comfortable home base in the center of Utrecht. Strowis is located in a charming and authentic 17th century building and breaths atmosphere and cheerfulness. It has private and shared rooms and there is a guest kitchen where you can prepare a delicious meal yourself. In the garden you can relax and shape your plans for the next cycling day. Invest in your perfect day with a hearty hostel breakfast in the morning. You can also book a packed lunch on request.

Hostel Strowis

This beautiful design hostel is located within walking distance of Maastricht Central Station. It’s called the ‘Green Elephant’ for a reason. Everything in this hostel breaths green. Upon check in you get a healthy juice and this hostel even has a Spa &amp; Wellness Area. Spend the night in your own Tiny Dream House or in a shared room or luxurious private room. Kick start the day with an extensive vegetarian or vegan breakfast buffet, rich and plentiful, just how you like it.

The Green Elephant Hostel

This former bank building offers luxurious private rooms as well as rooms with shared facilities. Roots is ideally located; just a stone’s throw from the central train station and close to many of Tilburg hotspots. There’s a cozy ‘basement’ bar, a pleasant living room and a spacious terrace. Breakfast is included for the ‘bikepacker’ and can be upgraded to an extra extensive breakfast. There are also several options for lunch and dinner. Hostel Roots is the ideal place to recharge your batteries and get on the road again with a well-filled stomach and inflated tyres!

Hostel Roots

This boutique hostel in the heart of Haarlem is the perfect spot for your bicycle trip to Haarlem. In Hello I’m Local you’ll find beautifully styled rooms. There are luxury rooms for 2 people and large rooms for up to 8 people. It’s ideal for families, couples and bon vivants. In the Hello I’m Local living room you’re welcome for a good breakfast, delicious lunch or just a drink. They also have a patio with a fireplace! The perfect place to relax after a day of cycling

Hello I'm Local

Hostel ROOM Rotterdam has 18 different theme rooms, each styled according to a Rotterdam or Dutch theme. This alone will make your stay super cool!

Hostel ROOM

Kunsthal Rotterdam is a dynamic art space housed in a striking Rem Koolhaas-gebouw that presents rotating, contrasting exhibitions across genres—perfect for a refreshing cultural stop. As a cyclist, it’s a great break: you can recharge with coffee or a light meal in the Kunsthal Café (open from 09:30) <a href="https://www.kunsthal.nl/en/plan-your-visit/practical-information/frequently-asked-questions/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kunsthal+</a><a href="http://2kunsthalcafe.nl" rel="noopener noreferrer">2kunsthalcafe.nl</a><a href="https://www.kunsthal.nl/en/plan-your-visit/practical-information/frequently-asked-questions/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">+2</a>, stretch your legs amid art and green spaces, and then get back on the road feeling inspired.

Kunsthal Rotterdam

Modern Contemporarty Art Museum

Looking for a unique, eco-friendly stay surrounded by nature? Discover the eco-glamping De Helleborus, nestled in a small forest just outside Groningen. This cozy glamping site offers colorful dorms with warm beds for a comfortable night’s sleep. Whether you’re traveling solo, with a friend, or in a group, you’ll find the perfect balance between camping and luxury here.Start your day with a delicious homemade breakfast (included when booking through Bikepacking Holland). After a long day of cycling, you can prepare your own meal in the guest kitchen or enjoy dinner at the bar. Relax in the hot tub or take a swim in one of the nearby local lakes.This green oasis is the perfect retreat for eco-conscious bikepackers looking to connect with nature without sacrificing comfort.

Camping de Helleborus

Sleep like a king in the Kings Inn hostel in Alkmaar. This hostel in the city center has dorms and private rooms. There are rooms for two, four, six or eight people and each room has its own bathroom facilities. You can start your day slowly and ease down with a breakfast in the hostel’s in-house brasserie. This brasserie is naturally a perfect place for lunch and dinner as well. If you still have energy after a long day of cycling, make sure you rent a rent a hostel-facilitated pedal boat and experience Alkmaar in a whole different manner, moving across the Alkmaar canals!

King's Inn City Hostel

Café du Midi is a cozy restaurant-café located on Buitengoed de Uylenburg in the polder near Delfgauw, nestled alongside the Bieslandse Bos and surrounded by meadows and nature. For cyclists, it’s a perfect stop because you can rest in nature, enjoy hearty meals or coffee, and stretch your legs in a peaceful rural setting before continuing your route.

Cafe du Midi

Fresh, local, seasonal

Discover the charm of Zwolle from hostel De Basis located within walking distance of the historic city center. Whether you come for the rich history, the vibrant culture or simply to enjoy the local delicacies, Hostel De Basis is the perfect place to start your adventure in Zwolle. The ground floor of the hostel features a food and beverage area with “Bennies” a great Pita Bar! The upper floors offer 2- 4-and 8- person rooms, some with private bathrooms, others with shared facilities. A stay in Zwolle is a wonderful connection point between the Randstad and the north of the Netherlands, and a stay at Hostel De Basis is definitely a must during your travels!

Hostel de Basis

Would you like to sleep next to the beach and be able to dip your feet in the water after a long day of cycling? Then book an overnight stay at the Flying Pig Beach Hostel in Noordwijk. The beach, beautiful dunes and forest are all within a walking distance and this hostel gives you the ultimate laid back vibes that accompany a beach vacation. The Flying Pig Beach Hostel has private rooms and dorms and a delicious continental breakfast will be waiting for you in the morning. If you still have energy after a long day of cycling, then make sure you borrow a surfboard for free from the hostel and catch some late afternoon waves.

Flying Pig Beach Hostel

Did you always wondered what’s it like to sleep in a prison? Then you should book the Alibi hostel in Leeuwarden. It’s the only hostel in Leeuwarden and it’s located in an old prison! How cool is that! Over here you don’t just book a room, you book a cell. The Alibi hostel is super comfortable and fully equiped with everything you need! There’s a nice lounge, a bar and a guestkitchen where you can prepare you own mail. In the morning there’s a delicious breakfast waiting for you so you can start the day fit and energetic.

Alibi Hostel

Beautiful little pancake house, on the way North or South along the coast.

Boshut 't Panneland

Buitengoed de Uylenburg is a truly a hidden gem, right in the middle of the Randstad, but still ‘off the beaten track”. It’s just an hour’s bike ride from Rotterdam and The Hague. The historical center of Delft is around the corner. Here you can relax and unwind in a green oasis. You can spend the night in one of their double rooms, but there are also rooms for 4 people. In the garden you will find picnic places, an outdoor bar and campfire places. There is also a vintage Airstream caravan where you can spend the night surrounded by nature!

Uylenburg - Du Midi

Sleep like a Royal in Will &amp; Tate Hostel in The Hague. This hostel is the perfect combination between a boutique hostel, design hotel and budget accommodation. Will &amp; Tate has a cosy hostel vibe, but there are also luxurious private rooms for those in need of more comfort and privacy. You’re also in the right place if you fancy a drink. Their bar is the perfect place for your morning coffee or your beer at night.

Will & Tate City Stay

Discover Hotel Credible – the place for both young and old! Situated in the heart of historic Nijmegen, this cozy, colorful hotel offers the perfect accommodation for bikepacking families, couples, or solo adventurers. Choose from their diverse range of rooms and relish the friendly atmosphere in the bar and restaurant, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner.And when you’re in Nijmegen, definitely consider a trip to Germany. They are located near the border – less than 30 minutes of cycling, and you’ll already be on German territory!

Hotel Credible

Village Départ, named after the daily starting point in the Tour de France, is a unique cycling location at the foot of the Vlagheideberg in Eerde. It is the first true cycling village in the Netherlands, featuring dining options, accommodations, inspiring meeting spaces, and an exciting array of cycling and other outdoor events. A place to unwind in a Burgundian atmosphere, where we experience the world of cycling all year round.

Village Depart

Little Monkey Hostel is a vibrant and modern accommodation nestled in the heart of Enschede. Designed for travelers seeking both comfort and affordability, the hostel offers private pods—a modern alternative to traditional bunk beds. These pods provide a cozy and personal space, ensuring a restful stay while still capturing the social essence of hostel life. Perfectly located in the city center, Little Monkey Hostel is just steps away from Enschede’s best attractions, shops, and nightlife. The hostel also features a cozy basement bar-lounge where you can enjoy breakfast, coffee, snacks, and a selection of beers throughout the day and evening

Little Monkey Hostel

City Trip Hostel sets the standard for Modern, Fresh and Unique on a small budget! City Trip Hostel in Zaandam has only been open since September 2023 and you can stay here alone or as a couple in an unique pod. Zaandam is just a short bike ride from Amsterdam and the hostel itself is located right in the center. Of course, a visit to the Zaanse Schans should not be missed. The world famous open-air museum with traditional Dutch houses and windmills. You can cycle here in about 20 minutes.

City Trip Hostels Zaandam

Hostel Harba Lorifa is located in the woods of Valkenswaard. It is a great base for families and individual travellers to enjoy nature, tranquility and Brabant hospitality. Hostel Harba Lorifa has rooms with either 4-, 6- or 8 beds often with their own bathroom. Moreover, the hostel has cozy forest houses with a small kitchen and living and sleeping area. In the evening you can relax in the bar or play a game of Mini Golf in the hostel’s Adventure Golf! How cool is that!

Harba Lorifa Hostel

Ketelbinkie Coffee Take Away on Willemsplein is a charming mobile coffee kiosk serving excellent artisan coffee in a relaxed outdoor setting. It’s especially loved by bikepackers for its quick, energizing brews, easy grab-and-go setup, and perfect location right along the riverfront.

Ketelbinkie Coffee

Coffee, tea & bites

Stadsklooster Dordt is a unique place in the heart of Dordrecht. Housed in a historical building with modern facilities and a warm atmosphere. Ascend a small staircase to the loft and experience the comfort of sleeping under the historic beams. For added privacy, you can opt for a monastery pod in the dormitory. Additionally, their restaurant invites you to join a communal table with a ‘chef’s choice’ menu, providing a quick way to make new friends! Situated on the outskirts of the historic city center, Stadsklooster Dordt is easily accessible from various cycling routes, and the renowned national park, De Biesbosch, is just a few kilometers away by bike!

Stadsklooster Dordt

The LF Coastal Route is one of the most beautiful long-distance cycling routes in the Netherlands. It takes you along the North Sea coast, where you can enjoy wide sandy beaches, dunes, and charming seaside towns. The path is well-marked and mostly flat, which makes it easy and relaxing to ride, even if you’re not an experienced cyclist.Along the way, you can stop for fresh seafood, visit lighthouses, or just sit on the beach and watch the waves. You’ll also pass through small villages and harbors that give you a real taste of Dutch coastal life.