Firework-Free New Year Hotels around the Netherlands

If you live in or near Amsterdam, you’ll know that New Year’s Eve is… intense. Between the fireworks, firecrackers, and general chaos, it can be a stressful night — especially for dogs. While some pups don’t seem to care, many of ours spend the night trembling, hiding, or trying to escape. Here is our list of firework-free new years hotels in and around the Netherlands to escape with your dog!

After seeing how stressful it was for our dog one year, we decided to find an alternative — somewhere calm, safe, and (mostly) firework-free new year. It took a bit of research, but I’m happy to report that there are good options around Amsterdam where you and your furry friend can have a peaceful New Year’s Eve.

Here’s what worked for us, and a few other places to consider that worked for our dog friends if you want to skip the fireworks next year.

Firework-Free Holiday Parks and Hotels in the Netherlands

If you’d rather completely leave the city behind, there are several firework-free holiday parks and hotels around the Netherlands where you can stay with your dog over New Year’s Eve. These book up really fast (sometimes as early as September or October), so it’s best to reserve well in advance.

Here are a few great options to check out:

Whether you prefer a cozy forest cabin, a glamping tent, or a full-service hotel, these places offer quiet surroundings where your dog (and you) can actually relax.

dog smiling in Amsterdam with a firework-free new years

Staying at the Hilton Schiphol Airport with Your Dog for a Firework-Free New Years

After trying to find somewhere in or around the city that wasn’t in the middle of fireworks madness, we ended up at the Hilton at Schiphol Airport — and it turned out to be a great option!

When I was researching beforehand, there wasn’t much info online about what it’s like to actually stay there with a dog during New Year’s Eve, so hopefully this helps someone else looking for a quieter option.

Hilton Schiphol Airport Booking

What It’s Like

You pay an extra €55 for your pet (you don’t get any extras for that — just the ability to bring them). Technically, the hotel allows up to two pets with a combined max weight of 35kg, but no one checked during our stay. The woman at reception even mentioned that about 50 dogs were registered at the hotel that night — so clearly we weren’t the only ones with the same idea!

Eating Out (or In) with Your Dog

You can take your dog to the lobby bar and the ground-floor restaurant. They just ask that you book ahead and let them know you’re bringing a dog, so they can seat you in the dog-friendly section off to the side.

If your pup is nervous around other dogs or you’d rather keep things calm, the Hilton offers 24/7 room service, and there’s a small self-service shop downstairs with snacks and drinks.

Walks & Toilet Trips

Out the front of the hotel, there’s a grassy area with bins for doggie bags — perfect for quick toilet breaks.

Noise Levels

We had a corner room on the 8th floor, and honestly, we barely heard the fireworks. You could occasionally hear the big ones, but it was a distant, dull thud rather than the sharp explosions you get in the city. Our dog didn’t seem to care at all.

The only noise we did notice was when another dog barked while walking past the door — that, you could definitely hear!

All in all, it was a restful, stress-free night, and we’d absolutely go back again next year.

Dog walking on a firework-free new year in Amsterdam

Final Tips for a Firework-Free New Year with Your Dog

Book early. Many pet-friendly and quiet places sell out months in advance.
Bring familiar items. Your dog’s bed, blanket, and toys help them feel secure.
Don’t go outside at midnight. Even in quiet areas, there may still be the occasional firework.
Check reviews from other pet owners. They’ll often mention whether it was truly quiet or not.

Whether you stay at the Hilton Schiphol, escape to a countryside holiday park, or find another quiet corner of the Netherlands, it’s possible to make New Year’s Eve peaceful again — for you and your dog with a firework-free new years!