Photo: Raj Panchapakesan (Raj) / Google MapsPLMA Amsterdam 2027 Hotels and Accommodation
PLMA's World of Private Label 2027 runs 25 to 26 May at RAI Amsterdam, Amsterdam. 18,000+ trade visitors
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Where to stay for PLMA's World of Private Label 2027: the closest hotels to RAI Amsterdam are in Zuidas / RAI and De Pijp, with Amsterdam Centre a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
PLMA's World of Private Label International Trade Show returns to the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre on Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 May 2027. Organised by the Private Label Manufacturers Association, the two-day show brings more than 18,000 retailers, wholesalers and other trade professionals from over 120 countries together with thousands of private label manufacturers, in food and non-food categories. Because the show is so short, almost everyone arrives on the Monday and leaves on Wednesday evening or Thursday, so demand for PLMA Amsterdam hotels concentrates on the same two or three nights. The RAI sits in Amsterdam-Zuid, close to the Zuidas business district and De Pijp, with its own train and metro stations, which means the city centre and even the Schiphol area are realistic bases. This page shows live hotel rates near the venue for your dates, so you can compare a short walk to the RAI with a quick metro or train ride.
Popular areas for attendees: Zuidas / RAI · De Pijp · Amsterdam Centre · Schiphol Airport area.
- Hotels sorted by distance to the RAI Amsterdam, from Zuidas and De Pijp to the city centre and Schiphol
- Live rates for the PLMA nights, set to the show dates and easy to change if you are arriving early or staying longer
- Free-cancellation rates are shown where the hotel offers them, useful while buyer meetings are still being confirmed
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, and a quote for exhibitor or buying teams within 24 hours through the enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 25 May to 26 May 2027
- Venue
- RAI Amsterdam
- City
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Airport
- AMS
- Attendance
- 18,000+ trade visitors
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Hotels near RAI Amsterdam for PLMA's World of Private Label 2027
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Rates shown for the event window, Mon, May 24 → Thu, May 27 (arrive the day before, leave the day after), or choose your own dates above.
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Where should you eat during PLMA's World of Private Label?
RAI Amsterdam sits on the edge of Zuidas, with De Pijp and the Rivierenbuurt within walking distance to the north for neighbourhood restaurants and cafes. For the canals and the historic centre, the Noord/Zuid metro line 52 runs from Europaplein station beside the RAI straight into town.
Photo: Ciel Bleu Restaurant / Google Maps
Photo: Ciel Bleu Restaurant / Google Maps
Photo: Megan Kenney / Google MapsCiel Bleu
Fine dining, international
De Pijp (Hotel Okura Amsterdam, Ferdinand Bolstraat), about a 15 minute walk from RAI Amsterdam
Set on the 23rd floor of Hotel Okura with panoramic views over the city, this is the natural choice when a client dinner really matters. The tasting menus are built for a long, unhurried evening with a serious wine list alongside.
Tip: Book well ahead for fair week and ask for a window table when you reserve.
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Latin American, charcoal grill
Zuidas (nhow Amsterdam RAI, Europaboulevard), about a 5 minute walk from RAI Amsterdam
A rooftop restaurant on the 24th floor of the nhow hotel opposite the RAI, with Latin American cooking from an open kitchen and charcoal grill and 360 degree views across Amsterdam. Dishes run from ceviche to grilled meats and seafood, which makes it easy to share around a table.
Tip: Start with a drink at Sonora, the cocktail bar on the same floor, before heading in to dinner.
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Indonesian
De Pijp (Ceintuurbaan), about a 20 minute walk from RAI Amsterdam
A friendly neighbourhood Indonesian restaurant known for its rijsttafel, the spread of many small dishes that is Amsterdam's signature way to eat with a group. There is a vegetarian rijsttafel too, so mixed tables are easy to cater for.
Tip: It opens for dinner only and is small, so reserve before you arrive for fair week.
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Photo: Loetje Amsterdam Café / Google Maps
Photo: Wayne E. Seguin / Google MapsCafé Loetje
Dutch cafe, steak
Museumkwartier (Johannes Vermeerstraat), about a 20 minute walk from RAI Amsterdam
Loetje is an Amsterdam institution famous for its biefstuk, pan fried steak served in a rich gravy with fries. It is relaxed, reliable and open from late morning to late evening every day.
Tip: It sits a few streets from Museumplein, so it pairs well with an evening visit to the Concertgebouw.
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Beach club, international
Beatrixpark (Europaplein), about a 5 minute walk from RAI Amsterdam
A city beach with a big terrace right behind the RAI, serving international fish and meat dishes along with vegetarian options. In spring and summer it is the easiest place for a relaxed team dinner or an after show drink without leaving the venue area.
Tip: From October it switches to its winter concept, Zuidpool, but in May the beach terrace is in full swing.
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Brunch cafe, New Zealand and Brazilian
De Pijp (Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat), about a 25 minute walk or short tram ride from RAI Amsterdam
A busy brunch cafe mixing New Zealand cafe culture with Brazilian flavours, with good coffee and an all day brunch menu from the open kitchen. It is ideal for a breakfast meeting or a quick bite before heading to the halls.
Tip: It runs a virtual waitlist rather than taking standard bookings, so join the queue online before you arrive.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after PLMA's World of Private Label: bookable experiences in Amsterdam, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Amsterdam
Amsterdam pairs top flight football and one of the world's great concert halls with big arena shows, and in spring the bulb fields and King's Day add a burst of colour.
Ajax at the Johan Cruijff ArenA
The country's most famous club plays in Zuidoost, a direct metro ride from the RAI on line 50. Tickets for home games sell fast, so look early if your trip lines up with a fixture.
Find ticketsConcerts at the Concertgebouw
Home of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, the hall on Museumplein is renowned for its acoustics and programmes concerts most evenings. Lunchtime and early evening performances fit neatly around a fair day.
Find ticketsShows at Ziggo Dome
The city's big indoor arena hosts major international tours and sits beside the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Zuidoost. Metro line 50 from the RAI makes it an easy trip for a night out after the show floor closes.
Find ticketsKeukenhof
The famous flower gardens near Lisse put on millions of tulips and other spring bulbs each season. If you arrive early in the spring it makes a memorable half day out, reached by bus from Schiphol or the city.
Find ticketsKing's Day
The whole city turns orange for the King's birthday, with street markets, canal boats and parties in every neighbourhood. Expect crowds and busy public transport, so plan meetings around it if your trip overlaps.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to PLMA's World of Private Label?
From Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Direct trains run from Schiphol to Amsterdam RAI station, next to the convention centre, and the journey is short
- A taxi from Schiphol to the RAI usually takes about 20 minutes outside rush hour
- If you are staying in the city centre, trains from Schiphol run frequently to Amsterdam Centraal
- Contactless bank cards can be used to check in and out on Dutch trains, metro and trams, so you do not need to buy a separate ticket
By train from elsewhere in Europe
- International trains from Brussels, Paris and Germany arrive at Amsterdam Centraal, with onward metro links to the RAI
- Some international services also stop at Schiphol, which can be convenient for hotels in the airport area
- From Amsterdam Centraal, metro line 52 runs south to Europaplein station beside the RAI
- Book international rail early for the week of the show, as the Monday trains are popular with exhibitors
How do you get around during PLMA's World of Private Label?
Getting to the RAI each day
- Metro line 52 stops at Europaplein, right by the RAI, and connects with De Pijp and the city centre
- Amsterdam RAI station is served by trains and metro lines 50 and 51, linking the venue with Zuid, Sloterdijk and the ring
- Tram 4 runs from the city centre through the canal belt to the RAI
- From Zuidas hotels, the RAI is a short walk or one stop on the train
Around Amsterdam
- Public transport works with a contactless bank card or a GVB day ticket, which suits two show days of short hops
- Watch for cyclists: bike lanes are busy and often look like pavements to first-time visitors
- Taxis are relatively expensive in Amsterdam; trams and the metro are usually quicker for short trips in the centre
- Late May weather is changeable, so bring a light waterproof for walks between hotel, venue and dinner
Do you need a visa for PLMA's World of Private Label?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- The Netherlands is in the Schengen Area; EU, EEA and Swiss citizens travel with a passport or national ID card
- Citizens of the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan and many other countries can visit Schengen for business for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa
- Non-EU travellers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System at the border, with fingerprints and a photo taken on first entry, so allow extra time at passport control at Schiphol
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals of countries such as India, China, South Africa and Türkiye need a Schengen short-stay (type C) visa, applied for through Dutch embassies or their appointed visa centres
- Applications can be lodged up to six months before travel; with a two-day show in late May, aim to apply in early spring at the latest
- Exhibitors can usually request an invitation letter from the organiser to support the visa application
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area, issued within the last ten years
- Your show registration confirmation, hotel booking and return travel details, which border officers may ask to see
- If you need a visa, keep copies of your invitation letter, travel insurance and employer letter in your hand luggage
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements with the Dutch embassy or consulate, or official EU sources, before you book.
First time at PLMA's World of Private Label?
- This is a trade show for the private label industry; visitor registration goes through the organiser's registration-link request page, so sort it out before you travel
- With only two show days, set up your meetings in advance; most exhibitors' diaries fill before the doors open
- Arrive on Monday 24 May so you are at the RAI when it opens on Tuesday morning rather than coming straight from the airport
- The show is large, with national pavilions and many halls; study the floor plan and group visits by area
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Hotels in Zuidas and De Pijp fill quickly for the Monday and Tuesday nights; book those first and add extra nights later if needed
- Wednesday afternoon is usually the calmer time on the floor and good for unplanned stand visits
- De Pijp, a few minutes north of the RAI on metro 52, has plenty of restaurants for evening meetings without heading into the busy centre
PLMA's World of Private Label travel FAQs
When is PLMA's World of Private Label 2027?
PLMA's World of Private Label takes place 25 May to 26 May 2027 at RAI Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Where is PLMA's World of Private Label held?
PLMA's World of Private Label is held at RAI Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The nearest airport is AMS.
Where should I stay for PLMA's World of Private Label?
The most convenient areas for PLMA's World of Private Label are Zuidas / RAI, De Pijp, Amsterdam Centre, Schiphol Airport area, all close to RAI Amsterdam. Book a free-cancellation rate early, as hotels near the venue sell out first.
Which Amsterdam areas are practical for PLMA visitors?
Zuidas and the streets around the RAI are the closest, with a short walk to the halls. De Pijp and the city centre are a few stops away on metro line 52 or tram 4, and hotels around Schiphol work well thanks to direct trains to Amsterdam RAI station.
When and where is PLMA's World of Private Label 2027?
The show takes place on Tuesday 25 and Wednesday 26 May 2027 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre.
How do I get from Schiphol to the RAI?
Take a direct train from Schiphol to Amsterdam RAI station, next to the convention centre, or a taxi of about 20 minutes outside rush hour.
How many nights should I book for PLMA?
Most visitors book Monday and Tuesday nights, adding Wednesday if they fly out on Thursday. You can change the check-in and check-out dates in the hotel search to match your own schedule.
Can you arrange hotels for an exhibitor or buying team?
Yes. Send the number of rooms, dates and preferred area through the enquiry form and we will reply with a team quote within 24 hours.
Register for your attendee badge
Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official PLMA's World of Private Label portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to RAI Amsterdam?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 25 October 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near RAI Amsterdam
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Concert Hotel★★★ | 1.7 km | ~7 min ride | €180 |
| Apple Inn Hotel★★★ | 2.1 km | ~8 min ride | €159 |
More hotels close to RAI Amsterdam
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| nhow Amsterdam RAI★★★★ | 0.4 km | ~6 min walk | €650 |
| Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Zuidas★★★★ | 0.6 km | ~9 min walk | €502 |
| Hotel Okura Amsterdam★★★★★ | 0.9 km | ~14 min walk | €469 |
| The College Hotel Amsterdam, Autograph Collection★★★★★ | 1.3 km | ~6 min ride | €486 |
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