The Arcade Hotel, the hotel for gamers

The video game world and the e-sports are becoming more popular and well known in society in general. Therefore, more and more things appear related to it and willing to succeed, such as The Arcade Hotel.

The first hotel in the world for gamers

In Amsterdam, this hotel is built where it is intended for players, perfect for relaxation and rest while we play our favorite console. It is the first hotel in the world of this type.

Staying in it allows gamers to enjoy, where we find lots of consoles and games, which can be used without any additional cost. Besides, they also have computers in the bar, where you can perform multiplayer games. If you are someone who enjoys more than reading, The Arcade Hotel provides a library with all kinds of books and comics.

The hotel opened last weekend and, so far, has 36 rooms but they intend to increase the number to 45 over the next two years. Daniel Salmanovich, the hotel owner has said it is working on new renovations to convert the club into a cozy and perfect place for all gamers.

Among his plans, he also spoke of the intention to open a hall for games for organizing tournaments and establish a community among guests. Of echo during the opening ceremony of a FIFA tournament was held. Our intention is to open a room used to play all kinds of games and conduct competitions, creating a special place for game lovers. At the end of the day, the important thing is to make travelers and gamers feel like they’re in the house of a friend or parent. - Daniel Salmanovich

Bars for gaming

Gaming booths

Although it seems a novelty but in many countries, we can find bars of video games, a format that is growing and increasingly popularized.

In these establishments you can enjoy events like streamings League of Legends or Call Of Duty, own tournaments and the chance to try new titles and consoles. It is an alternative to a recreation room. The community that is created around these customers shows that video games do not have to be bad, can create bonds of friendship between strangers.

Some of the best known are Pixel Bar , Afterlife or BlitzBar , places where you can see and play video games. Taking advantage of the pull of the game free-to-play , increasingly known and played , these projects try to offer their customers a place where they can be surrounded by a geek and gamer environment.

In today’s time, the growth of e-sports is increasing and therefore would not be surprising to see more store openings this subject. This is demonstrated by the rise to fame of great gamers all around the globe, some considered among the best in the world.

To learn more about The Arcade Hotel, you can visit their official website .