420 Friendly Hotels in Europe: A Cannabis Traveler's Guide

Amsterdam: The Cannabis Capital of Europe

Amsterdam has long been the foremost destination in Europe for cannabis-friendly accommodations. Places like Hostel The Globe are located right by the Red Light District, and it is just a short walk to the Nieuwmarkt and Dam Square, providing central access to the party zone of Amsterdam. Top cannabis-friendly accommodations include Amsterdam Cosy Canal Apartment for a stylish private consumption option, and the Dream Houseboat on Beautiful Canal for waterfront smoking experiences.

Hotel Uptown is located next to one of Amsterdam’s most popular coffeeshops in central Leidseplein. The sometimes cheap hotel welcomes younger travelers who want to immerse themselves in real Amsterdam experiences. As with established hotels, many have unofficial policies of tolerance, but discretion is important.

Hotel Abba is one of the last one-star accommodations that is cannabis friendly and cheaper. This property offers smoking rooms and rooms with windows that open, which are both essential for comfortable consumption.

Emerging European Destinations

With cannabis laws changing in Europe, Prague is now on its way to becoming a 420-friendly destination, and even The Alcron Hotel has partnered with cannabis clubs to give guests exclusive weed tastings and cannabis-themed city tours. This is a bigger trend where luxury hotels are offering cannabis experiences as part of their hospitality.

Spain offers interesting offerings with its cannabis social clubs. Bud and Breakfast is an online directory that lists more than 20 cannabis-friendly lodging options across Spain, although some regions have more stringent regulations than others.

Booking Strategies

Bud and Breakfast is a platform that connects travelers with marijuana-friendly hotels around the world. Using specialized services eliminate guessing where to stay, because they help identify environmentally friendly properties where you can consume cannabis.

Before traveling, travelers should research what the local possession limits, what are the rules of consumption, possession and what are the social club regulations. Each European country has separate policies that can significantly change your travel experience.

Luxury Cannabis Tourism

Luxury cannabis retreats are emerging in many places across Europe, and these resorts provide high-end luxury experiences that combine premium lodging to curated cannabis experiences. Luxury cannabis retreats are targeting affluent travelers who are seeking sophisticated marijuana tourism.

Plan Your European Cannabis Trip

When planning your trip, consider timing your travel around cannabis events, festivals or harvest seasons for a more enriched travel experience and many European cities host cannabis-related events that coincide with the highest demand for accommodations. Remember you are a guest, so willfully respect the rules of the property and the local customs to ensure you will have a positive experience and that you do not ruin the experiences for other cannabis travelers in the future.