The Hotel Amstelzicht is an upper-middle-range boutique property housed in a 17th-century building in Amsterdam's center, within walking distance of many top attractions. Its 21 rooms have postcard views and modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs (plus some have Nespresso machines), but drab bathrooms lack toiletries and noise can be an issue due to poor soundproofing. The hotel offers limited facilities -- there's no restaurant or fitness center -- but its central location, lovely views, and contemporary interiors juxtaposed with historic architecture draw many couples visiting the city as tourists. Guests routinely complain, however, about the hotel's steep and winding staircase and lack of elevator. Those looking for a more modern mid-range option could consider the trendy Conscious Hotel Museum Square.
The Hotel Amstelzicht is an upper-middle-range boutique property housed in a 17th-century building in Amsterdam's center, within walking distance of many top attractions. Its 21 rooms have postcard views and modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs (plus some have Nespresso machines), but drab bathrooms lack toiletries and noise can be an issue due to poor soundproofing. The hotel offers limited facilities -- there's no restaurant or fitness center -- but its central location, lovely views, and contemporary interiors juxtaposed with historic architecture draw many couples visiting the city as tourists. Guests routinely complain, however, about the hotel's steep and winding staircase and lack of elevator. Those looking for a more modern mid-range option could consider the trendy Conscious Hotel Museum Square.
The Dylan is a luxury boutique hotel centrally located in the Canal Ring. Its 41 rooms range from wood-beamed lofts to modern duplexes in all white. Amenities are high-end, like Bose sound systems, minibars, espresso machines, and bathrooms with separate rainfall showers and tubs. A cozy lounge, trendy brassier and bar, and lovely courtyard are all draws, but the real highlight here is the Michelin-starred Vinkeles restaurant, which serves contemporary French cuisine in an exclusive space. There's a tiny gym, but the property, like many in Canal Ring, lacks a spa or other wellness facilities. Service is high-end: turndown service and 24-hour room and concierge service are highlights. The nearby Canal House is a more intimate upscale boutique property -- it offers a free breakfast, but lacks the prestigious dining facilities of The Dylan.
The Dylan is a luxury boutique hotel centrally located in the Canal Ring. Its 41 rooms range from wood-beamed lofts to modern duplexes in all white. Amenities are high-end, like Bose sound systems, minibars, espresso machines, and bathrooms with separate rainfall showers and tubs. A cozy lounge, trendy brassier and bar, and lovely courtyard are all draws, but the real highlight here is the Michelin-starred Vinkeles restaurant, which serves contemporary French cuisine in an exclusive space. There's a tiny gym, but the property, like many in Canal Ring, lacks a spa or other wellness facilities. Service is high-end: turndown service and 24-hour room and concierge service are highlights. The nearby Canal House is a more intimate upscale boutique property -- it offers a free breakfast, but lacks the prestigious dining facilities of The Dylan.
This three-pearl, 31-room hotel is set in a renovated 18th-century warehouse in the heart of Leidseplein, one of Amsterdam's busiest tourist areas. The hotel blends traditional features with modern touches, and all guest rooms are cozy and classically decorated; some with original wooden beams and lovely canal views. Modern amenities include flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and electric kettles. The only downside is external noise, owing to the hotel's central location. The restaurant serves contemporary French cuisine in a modern setting, and there's a Dutch-style breakfast buffet for a fee. The hotel lacks spa facilities, but there's a small fitness center with modern equipment and free weights. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Travelers might also like the Hotel Piet Hein, which has a quieter location in the Museum Quarter.
This three-pearl, 31-room hotel is set in a renovated 18th-century warehouse in the heart of Leidseplein, one of Amsterdam's busiest tourist areas. The hotel blends traditional features with modern touches, and all guest rooms are cozy and classically decorated; some with original wooden beams and lovely canal views. Modern amenities include flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and electric kettles. The only downside is external noise, owing to the hotel's central location. The restaurant serves contemporary French cuisine in a modern setting, and there's a Dutch-style breakfast buffet for a fee. The hotel lacks spa facilities, but there's a small fitness center with modern equipment and free weights. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Travelers might also like the Hotel Piet Hein, which has a quieter location in the Museum Quarter.
The historic, upper-middle-range Museum Suites is part boutique hotel, part bed-and-breakfast, aptly set in a quiet area in walking distance to the Museum Quarter and Vondelpark. Its four luxurious suites are each named after a different famous Dutch painter and feature coordinating decor and modern amenities like Nespresso coffeemakers, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Elegant bathrooms have heated marble floors and rainfall showerheads. The property is tiny though, with few common areas other than reception and an elegant dining room, which serves up breakfast daily for an extra fee. There is no on-site restaurant, bar, or gym. The Hotel JL No76 is another romantic choice in the Museum Quarter -- its decor is more simplistic and modern, but the property is larger, with an on-site restaurant, lounge, and bar.
The historic, upper-middle-range Museum Suites is part boutique hotel, part bed-and-breakfast, aptly set in a quiet area in walking distance to the Museum Quarter and Vondelpark. Its four luxurious suites are each named after a different famous Dutch painter and feature coordinating decor and modern amenities like Nespresso coffeemakers, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Elegant bathrooms have heated marble floors and rainfall showerheads. The property is tiny though, with few common areas other than reception and an elegant dining room, which serves up breakfast daily for an extra fee. There is no on-site restaurant, bar, or gym. The Hotel JL No76 is another romantic choice in the Museum Quarter -- its decor is more simplistic and modern, but the property is larger, with an on-site restaurant, lounge, and bar.
The Student Hotel Amsterdam West is a two-and-a-half-pearl property geared toward students and casual travelers, about a 20-minute tram ride to the city center. Hip, trendy decor graces its myriad of cool hangout spots, like a rustic bar and restaurant, bustling lobby with a pool table, and a spacious and bright work/study area. There's also a modern fitness center, as well as a small library and laundry facilities. Its 706 rooms are basic with spare decor, but clean and contemporary -- though showers are prone to flooding the bathroom floors. Suites have kitchenettes. Backpackers and budget travelers seeking a hostel in the city center might want to check out Flying Pig Downtown or St Christopher's at Winston Hotel, though they don't offer as many amenities.
The Student Hotel Amsterdam West is a two-and-a-half-pearl property geared toward students and casual travelers, about a 20-minute tram ride to the city center. Hip, trendy decor graces its myriad of cool hangout spots, like a rustic bar and restaurant, bustling lobby with a pool table, and a spacious and bright work/study area. There's also a modern fitness center, as well as a small library and laundry facilities. Its 706 rooms are basic with spare decor, but clean and contemporary -- though showers are prone to flooding the bathroom floors. Suites have kitchenettes. Backpackers and budget travelers seeking a hostel in the city center might want to check out Flying Pig Downtown or St Christopher's at Winston Hotel, though they don't offer as many amenities.
This simple budget property is conveniently situated above a supermarket on a busy street lined with shops and dining options -- plus it's two blocks from Vondelpark and a 10-minute walk to the Museum Quarter. Common spaces are homey and include a dining room where free continental breakfast is served daily. Guest rooms are basic and have either shared or private en-suite bathrooms -- but these are tiny, dated, and lack toiletries. Amenities are limited to TVs (some are tube-style) and free (but slow) Wi-Fi, plus some rooms have balconies. Guests should note that smoking is permitted throughout the hotel and that there and steep staircases to navigate. For something more modern, Hotel Vossius Vondelpark has contemporary rooms with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and tea/coffee facilities.
This simple budget property is conveniently situated above a supermarket on a busy street lined with shops and dining options -- plus it's two blocks from Vondelpark and a 10-minute walk to the Museum Quarter. Common spaces are homey and include a dining room where free continental breakfast is served daily. Guest rooms are basic and have either shared or private en-suite bathrooms -- but these are tiny, dated, and lack toiletries. Amenities are limited to TVs (some are tube-style) and free (but slow) Wi-Fi, plus some rooms have balconies. Guests should note that smoking is permitted throughout the hotel and that there and steep staircases to navigate. For something more modern, Hotel Vossius Vondelpark has contemporary rooms with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and tea/coffee facilities.
The best thing about this 37-room hostel property is its location in the center of Amsterdam's tourist and nightlife district. Catering to budget travelers, rooms sleep up to eight people and some are fitted with bunk beds. Some have en-suite bathrooms, while others share facilities. Rooms look newly renovated, but are cramped, with low ceilings and few amenities save for lockers and flat-screen TVs. There's no in-room Wi-Fi, but it can be accessed at the on-site bar, which is open 24-hours and has a pool table. The list of guest complaints is measurable, however, including stained sheets, noise, and bed bugs. Rooms at nearby Hotel Mevlana are slightly more expensive, but cleaner and have free Wi-Fi.
The best thing about this 37-room hostel property is its location in the center of Amsterdam's tourist and nightlife district. Catering to budget travelers, rooms sleep up to eight people and some are fitted with bunk beds. Some have en-suite bathrooms, while others share facilities. Rooms look newly renovated, but are cramped, with low ceilings and few amenities save for lockers and flat-screen TVs. There's no in-room Wi-Fi, but it can be accessed at the on-site bar, which is open 24-hours and has a pool table. The list of guest complaints is measurable, however, including stained sheets, noise, and bed bugs. Rooms at nearby Hotel Mevlana are slightly more expensive, but cleaner and have free Wi-Fi.
The 213-room, upper-middle-range NH City Centre Amsterdam is a 2016-renovated property with a smart, modern design in the heart of the city. Beside the Singel canal, the property is just an eight-minute walk from Dam Square and 12 minutes from Anne Frank’s house. Streamlined rooms are contemporary, if a bit bland, outfitted with minibars, free Wi-Fi, kettles, and flat-screen TVs. Two on-site restaurants include an upscale Dutch eatery housed in historic 17th-century buildings, and a bright and airy breakfast room and bar. Other facilities are limited to a small gym and on-the-go market. Travelers wanting to stay somewhere with a bit more boutique charm should consider the similarly priced Hotel V Nesplein.
The 213-room, upper-middle-range NH City Centre Amsterdam is a 2016-renovated property with a smart, modern design in the heart of the city. Beside the Singel canal, the property is just an eight-minute walk from Dam Square and 12 minutes from Anne Frank’s house. Streamlined rooms are contemporary, if a bit bland, outfitted with minibars, free Wi-Fi, kettles, and flat-screen TVs. Two on-site restaurants include an upscale Dutch eatery housed in historic 17th-century buildings, and a bright and airy breakfast room and bar. Other facilities are limited to a small gym and on-the-go market. Travelers wanting to stay somewhere with a bit more boutique charm should consider the similarly priced Hotel V Nesplein.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark is a two-pearl property with over 500 beds set in a leafy, residential part of town but still within a 10-minute walk of the Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum. It’s a good option for travelers on a budget who want a safe, clean, and party-free place to stay, despite having a good bar as well as a game room and plenty of communal areas for socializing. Families are welcome, as are groups. The hostel has a decent breakfast buffet, but lines can be long and it carries an added fee -- as do towels, locks and luggage storage. Those looking for more of a nightlife scene might check out the Flying Pig Downtown, which is located near Amsterdam’s famous Red Light District.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark is a two-pearl property with over 500 beds set in a leafy, residential part of town but still within a 10-minute walk of the Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum. It’s a good option for travelers on a budget who want a safe, clean, and party-free place to stay, despite having a good bar as well as a game room and plenty of communal areas for socializing. Families are welcome, as are groups. The hostel has a decent breakfast buffet, but lines can be long and it carries an added fee -- as do towels, locks and luggage storage. Those looking for more of a nightlife scene might check out the Flying Pig Downtown, which is located near Amsterdam’s famous Red Light District.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Motel One Amsterdam offers low-frills rooms in stylish 2015-built interiors. Near RAI convention center, its business district location is ideal for the corporate traveler and the city center can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Upbeat spaces are outfitted with the chain's bright palettes and funky upholstering, including the 24-hour One Lounge offering a buffet breakfast and array of gin. Unfortunately, there are almost no other amenities, as the hotel lacks wellness and business facilities, and a full restaurant. The 320 modern rooms are bright, equipped with flat-screen TVs and layouts that make the most of the limited space, but they don't have fridges, safes, or kettles. It's worth considering the Ramada Apollo Hotel, which is next to the Rembrandtpark and has more on-site features.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Motel One Amsterdam offers low-frills rooms in stylish 2015-built interiors. Near RAI convention center, its business district location is ideal for the corporate traveler and the city center can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Upbeat spaces are outfitted with the chain's bright palettes and funky upholstering, including the 24-hour One Lounge offering a buffet breakfast and array of gin. Unfortunately, there are almost no other amenities, as the hotel lacks wellness and business facilities, and a full restaurant. The 320 modern rooms are bright, equipped with flat-screen TVs and layouts that make the most of the limited space, but they don't have fridges, safes, or kettles. It's worth considering the Ramada Apollo Hotel, which is next to the Rembrandtpark and has more on-site features.