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Travel Tip John, Australia (Traveller):  «Catch the train from Heemskerk to Amsterdam Central and experience the scene there but remember to have coins for the train ticked machine. Yes you can select English to navigate throught the options.» | more...

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In Stayokay Heemskerk you feel like you are in a fairy tale. Castle Assumburg, an impressive 13th century castle, houses this hostel. The castle, moat and five turret rooms are ancient but the hostel offers modern comfort and fitting royal decor. Ever raised a glass in a turret bar? Here is your chance! You will surely meet travellers from far and wide. The unique and central location in North Holland makes Stayokay Heemskerk a popular choice for all nationalities. Most rooms are located upstairs in the castle. Heemskerk and its surroundings offer plenty to do. 3 Kilometer from the hostel starts the North Holland Dune reserve, a great national park were it is perfect to walk or bike. Or go by car to the little seaside towns Wijk aan Zee, Bakkum, Castricum or Egmond aan Zee. Heemskerk is also close to the cities Alkmaar, Amsterdam and Haarlem. The Uitgeestermeer lake is less than 3 km away for canoeing, surfing and sailing and don't forget the windmills at the Zaanse Schans, Keukenhof flower gardens, the IJmuiden fishing harbour or the Beverwijkse Bazaar! There is capacity for 180 guests and facilities include bar, restaurant and bike hire.

Prices from

Bed price from:	22.20 EUR
Single Room:	44.80 EUR
Double/Twin Room:	62.80 EUR
3 Bed Private Room:	79.80 EUR
4 Bed Private Room:	97.60 EUR
5 Bed Private Room:	117.00 EUR
6+ Bed Private Room:	133.20 EUR

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Hostel bed capacity

Beds per room:					Total beds
Number of rooms:	4	1	9	18	162

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Opening times

Opening times (daily/weekly):	8.00 - 0.00 hours The doors of the castle are closed at 0.00!
Opening times (over the year):	year round

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Directions

Bus:	Take the train to Beverwijk station. Then take bus 74. Get off at the Jan van Kuikweg stop, which is 200 meter from the hostel. Heemskerk station is a 20-minute walk from the hostel. There is no bus service from Heemskerk station. From Amsterdam Central Station you can also take the Fast Flying Ferry to Velsen Zuid. From here bus 74 will bring you directly to the hostel, get off at Jan van Kuikweg.
Metro:	No Metro
Parking:	At the hostel, free of charge
Sea port:	IJmuiden. From Amsterdam Central Station you can take the Fast Flying Ferry to Velsen Zuid. From here take bus 74 directly to the hostel and get off at Jan van Kuikweg
Location:	1km South of the town centre, 7 km from the beach.
Rail:	2km to railway station Heemskerk (25 minutes walk to the hostel) From station Beverwijk or Uitgeest you can take a taxi or bus.
Airport:	25km to Schipol Airport Amsterdam by car. Or take the train to Beverwijk. Then take bus 74. Get off at the Jan van Kuikweg stop, which is 200 meter from the hostel. Heemskerk station is a 20-minute walk from the hostel. There is no bus service from Heemskerk station.

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