Hampton by Hilton Hotels in Hoofddorp

I hadn't planned to stay here, but after arriving into Schipol from the Middle East to find my onwards connection to the UK cancelled, and with 35 other flights from AMS cancelled and lots of missed connections, needed to make a quick booking (through Expedia) and beat the rush for local hotel rooms. Being familiar with the Hampton brand, and in the knowledge that KLM would only recompense a 'mid-range' hotel, booked here. Firstly, I cannot understand previous comments about the hotel being difficult to get to or expensive by taxi. My booking confirmation had great directions, so I simply caught the sprinter train from Schipol to Hoofdorp, 4 minute ride, €3.50! From there, less than a five minute walk. The shuttle bus is currently not running, but to be honest my transit from the airport to the hotel was probably quicker. Check in was easy, up two floors by lift, and into my room. Now if you know the Hampton room, you know what to expect. The room was kind of basic, as if designed for the airline passenger market in mind. But it was comfortable, clean, decent sized bathroom and a superb shower. The bed was super-comfy. Basic tea / coffee making facilities, and a TV. But a few things to be aware of. Although really close to the station, it's kind of remote. Hoofdorp centre is a 15 minute walk away. And as there is no dinner at weekends, this can be a problem. However, the staff are on point to offer recommendations of places to eat if you fancy the walk into town, or if not, assist with delivery services. I guess I lucked in though, as the barman seemed to have guidance that if it was quiet, he could make pizzas for the guests, so 20 minutes later a brilliant stove-cooked meat feast pizza was in front of me. Although I didn't catch his name, many thanks, great customer service and much appreciated. As I had an early start the next morning, left before breakfast to get the first (05:35) sprinter train to Schipol, so can't comment. So in my situation, it really worked out for me, and happy to recommend if you're caught in a similar situation to me.