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Serviced or corporate apartments are fully furnished rentals with hotel-like amenities, typically offered for short to medium-term stays and, crucially, often fall outside of standard tenancy law.
Property Features
A short-stay visa that allows travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days, which is entirely unsuitable for long-term renting.
A citizen of a European Union member state, who enjoys the right to freedom of movement and work within the Netherlands.
An internationally recognized form of certification that validates the authenticity of a public document for use in another country.
A legally valid translation of an official document performed by a translator who has been officially sworn in by a Dutch court.
The process of converting official documents from a foreign language into Dutch or English to make them understandable and acceptable for official procedures.
A person's record of managing debt and credit in a country other than the Netherlands, which is often difficult or impossible to verify for landlords.
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A serviced apartment or corporate housing unit is a fully furnished and equipped apartment, available for rent for both short and long periods, which includes a range of hotel-like services in the rental price. It is a 'just bring your suitcase' solution, designed to offer more space, privacy, and a home-like environment than a traditional hotel room, while retaining the convenience of managed services. These properties are heavily marketed towards business travelers, expats on temporary assignments, international students, and tourists. The typical package includes not only furniture but also all utilities (gas, water, electricity, internet), kitchenware, linens, and a regular cleaning service. The price is all-inclusive, offering a seemingly simple and hassle-free rental experience, particularly for those new to the country.
These properties can range from a simple studio to a luxury multi-bedroom apartment and are often located in dedicated apartment blocks or 'aparthotels'. The convenience factor is their primary selling point. There is no need to set up utility contracts, buy furniture, or worry about most domestic chores. For a company relocating an employee for a six-month project, this is an ideal turnkey solution. However, this convenience comes at a significant financial premium. The monthly rate for a serviced apartment is almost always substantially higher than the rent for a comparable, standard unfurnished apartment. You are paying not just for the space, but for the full package of services and the flexibility of a shorter-term commitment.
Here is the single most important, and most frequently misunderstood, aspect of serviced apartments: you are often not a tenant. In many cases, your legal status is that of a 'guest', and your agreement is a 'short-term stay' hospitality agreement, not a residential tenancy agreement (huurovereenkomst). This distinction is not just a matter of semantics; it is a legal chasm that determines your rights. If you are not legally considered a tenant, you have none of the robust protections afforded by Dutch tenancy law. This means:
Huurcommissie: You cannot go to the Rent Tribunal to dispute the price, service costs, or maintenance issues.The entire legal framework designed to protect renters simply does not apply. The operators of serviced apartments often require a specific reason for the stay, such as being a tourist, a student, or a temporary worker, to legally justify that the stay is 'temporary in nature' and therefore not subject to normal tenancy law. If you are looking for a permanent home where you can register and build a life, a serviced apartment is often a legally precarious and unsuitable choice.
How can you tell if you are being offered a real tenancy or a short-stay hospitality agreement? You must scrutinize the contract. Look for the wording. Does it call itself a 'tenancy agreement' (huurovereenkomst) or a 'short-stay agreement', 'license to occupy', or 'hotel agreement'? Does it reference the Dutch Civil Code provisions for residential tenancy? Or does it explicitly state that tenancy protection law does not apply?
The skeptical renter should treat these properties as a useful but temporary solution, not as a real home. They are a great option for your first one to three months in the country while you search for a proper apartment. They can bridge the gap. However, they are not a substitute for a genuine residential lease. Be wary of any provider that is vague about your legal status or your ability to register with the municipality (BRP). While registration is often possible for longer stays (e.g., over three months), this does not automatically grant you tenancy rights. The contract you sign is what defines your legal position, and in the world of serviced apartments, that position is often far less secure than it appears.