Amsterdam bans new hotels in fight against mass tourism

A new hotel in Amsterdam city can only be built if another hotel closes, if the number of sleeping places doesn't increase, and if the new hotel will be better, for example more sustainable. However, the rule does not apply to new hotels that had already secured a permit in Amsterdam.

Apr 19, 2024 - 15:30
Apr 19, 2024 - 21:00
Amsterdam bans new hotels in fight against mass tourism

A new hotel in Amsterdam city can only be built if another hotel closes, if the number of sleeping places doesn't increase, and if the new hotel will be better, for example more sustainable. However, the rule does not apply to new hotels that had already secured a permit in Amsterdam.

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