The Sofitel is an upscale property in the heart of the Old Center. The building has a rich history; it has been both a 15th century convent and a city hall. The 177 rooms are contemporary and homey (though some are on the small side) and feature Nespresso machines, flat-screen TVs, and wonderful beds. Bathrooms are sleek, and most have walk-in showers. Hotel features include a high-end spa with indoor heated pool, a modern fitness center, and Bridges Restaurant with a canal-side garden terrace for dining al fresco. Room service is on offer 24 hours a day and a kids' program includes baby toiletries and cribs.
The Sofitel is an upscale property in the heart of the Old Center. The building has a rich history; it has been both a 15th century convent and a city hall. The 177 rooms are contemporary and homey (though some are on the small side) and feature Nespresso machines, flat-screen TVs, and wonderful beds. Bathrooms are sleek, and most have walk-in showers. Hotel features include a high-end spa with indoor heated pool, a modern fitness center, and Bridges Restaurant with a canal-side garden terrace for dining al fresco. Room service is on offer 24 hours a day and a kids' program includes baby toiletries and cribs.
The four-pearl Bilderberg Garden Hotel is a modern, if unexceptional, property located in a quiet, residential suburb a 15-minute drive from Amsterdam's tourist center. Although not within some downtown sights, guests are a 10-minute walk from Vondelpark and 15 minutes from Rijksmuseum. Thanks to renovations in 2015-17, interiors are contemporary and attractive, including in the cozy bar and all-day restaurant run by a two-Michelin-starred chef. Although a tad generic, the 124 rooms are clean-lined and have some local flair, outfitted with photos of Amsterdam, kettles, bathrobes, and air-conditioning. Suites have Nespresso machines and living spaces. A notable downside is the hotel's lack of a spa, and its fitness center being across the street. Travelers willing to pay a bit more for a central location should consider the Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Centre Canal District, though it lacks a restaurant and gym.
The four-pearl Bilderberg Garden Hotel is a modern, if unexceptional, property located in a quiet, residential suburb a 15-minute drive from Amsterdam's tourist center. Although not within some downtown sights, guests are a 10-minute walk from Vondelpark and 15 minutes from Rijksmuseum. Thanks to renovations in 2015-17, interiors are contemporary and attractive, including in the cozy bar and all-day restaurant run by a two-Michelin-starred chef. Although a tad generic, the 124 rooms are clean-lined and have some local flair, outfitted with photos of Amsterdam, kettles, bathrobes, and air-conditioning. Suites have Nespresso machines and living spaces. A notable downside is the hotel's lack of a spa, and its fitness center being across the street. Travelers willing to pay a bit more for a central location should consider the Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Centre Canal District, though it lacks a restaurant and gym.
The Novotel Amsterdam City upscale hotel is a huge complex with 610 guest rooms, located outside Amsterdam city center and close to the RAI Convention Center. Rooms are well-equipped with sofa beds, a selection of pillows, flat-screen TVs, docks for devices, mini-fridges, and electric kettles. Executive Rooms feature extras such as Nespresso machines, and top-shelf toiletries. On-site features include a restaurant, a bar-lounge, a wellness center, a large convention center, and free Wi-Fi throughout. But the absence of a swimming pool is a downside, and breakfast costs extra. For better value, travelers may wish to consider WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam, which has an indoor pool and a chic bar with views over the city.
The Novotel Amsterdam City upscale hotel is a huge complex with 610 guest rooms, located outside Amsterdam city center and close to the RAI Convention Center. Rooms are well-equipped with sofa beds, a selection of pillows, flat-screen TVs, docks for devices, mini-fridges, and electric kettles. Executive Rooms feature extras such as Nespresso machines, and top-shelf toiletries. On-site features include a restaurant, a bar-lounge, a wellness center, a large convention center, and free Wi-Fi throughout. But the absence of a swimming pool is a downside, and breakfast costs extra. For better value, travelers may wish to consider WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam, which has an indoor pool and a chic bar with views over the city.
Tucked away on a small street around the corner from beautiful Vondelpark, the upscale Pillows Anna van den Vondel is a sophisticated boutique with an intimate vibe. The 30 rooms are cozy and elegant, featuring quality beds, spotless bathrooms with walk-in showers, and upmarket amenities such as Bluetooth radios, wonderfully stocked minibars, and espresso machines. A la carte breakfast is served in a beautiful lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a peaceful garden, and table d’hote dinners receive consistent praise from past guests. Though it is a bit removed from the city center, it is possible to get to all top museums on foot in about 15 minutes, plus the tram stops just down the street from the hotel. Travelers wanting to stay closer to the Old Center may want to compare rates at Ambassade Hotel.
Tucked away on a small street around the corner from beautiful Vondelpark, the upscale Pillows Anna van den Vondel is a sophisticated boutique with an intimate vibe. The 30 rooms are cozy and elegant, featuring quality beds, spotless bathrooms with walk-in showers, and upmarket amenities such as Bluetooth radios, wonderfully stocked minibars, and espresso machines. A la carte breakfast is served in a beautiful lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a peaceful garden, and table d’hote dinners receive consistent praise from past guests. Though it is a bit removed from the city center, it is possible to get to all top museums on foot in about 15 minutes, plus the tram stops just down the street from the hotel. Travelers wanting to stay closer to the Old Center may want to compare rates at Ambassade Hotel.
The three-pearl XO Hotels Blue Tower is a contemporary, affordable property in Bos en Lommer, 25 minutes by tram from downtown Amsterdam. The 186 rooms are a good size, fresh from 2017 renovations, and well-equipped with Nespresso machines, desks, and air-conditioning. Triple and quadruple units make it a popular pick for tour groups, as well as couples and families. There isn't much in the way of features here, although on-site breakfasts, dinner, and a non-alcoholic bar are on-site, plus there's plenty of parking available. The out-of-town location isn't for everyone though, so for a value stay that's more central, check out the Hotel Brouwer.
The three-pearl XO Hotels Blue Tower is a contemporary, affordable property in Bos en Lommer, 25 minutes by tram from downtown Amsterdam. The 186 rooms are a good size, fresh from 2017 renovations, and well-equipped with Nespresso machines, desks, and air-conditioning. Triple and quadruple units make it a popular pick for tour groups, as well as couples and families. There isn't much in the way of features here, although on-site breakfasts, dinner, and a non-alcoholic bar are on-site, plus there's plenty of parking available. The out-of-town location isn't for everyone though, so for a value stay that's more central, check out the Hotel Brouwer.
Hotel Allure is a fairly basic three-pearl property located in a quiet residential neighborhood that's central, close to restaurants, shops, and some sights. It occupies a pretty townhouse, and its 28 casual guest rooms have pleasant, contemporary decor, with vivid red accents. All units have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi, but there's no AC or toiletries in bathrooms. A few upper-floor rooms open to small balconies, but Budget Rooms in the basement have tiny windows at street-level, and some past guests have complained that units are noisy. The highlight among features is a lovely outdoor garden terrace, and the hotel offers a breakfast buffet for a fee. Travelers looking for hipper accommodations in the same price range can check out Zoku Amsterdam Hotel.
Hotel Allure is a fairly basic three-pearl property located in a quiet residential neighborhood that's central, close to restaurants, shops, and some sights. It occupies a pretty townhouse, and its 28 casual guest rooms have pleasant, contemporary decor, with vivid red accents. All units have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi, but there's no AC or toiletries in bathrooms. A few upper-floor rooms open to small balconies, but Budget Rooms in the basement have tiny windows at street-level, and some past guests have complained that units are noisy. The highlight among features is a lovely outdoor garden terrace, and the hotel offers a breakfast buffet for a fee. Travelers looking for hipper accommodations in the same price range can check out Zoku Amsterdam Hotel.
The 86-room Hotel Vondel is an upscale boutique, part of a small Dutch chain, located on a narrow street near Vondelpark across from a row of 18th century townhomes. The property, which combines design objects and contemporary lighting with the charm of a historic building, has cozy rooms that highlight the architecture of the structure in the form of slanted walls and exposed beams. There is a stylish restaurant adjacent to the lobby that receives praise from guests, and the hotel itself is situated about a six-minute walk from the Leidseplein, one of the most popular tourist and shopping areas in Amsterdam. Noise is a problem for some in this building, particularly in basement rooms that face the road and have the reception overhead. There is a nice garden with a sitting area and free Wi-Fi.
The 86-room Hotel Vondel is an upscale boutique, part of a small Dutch chain, located on a narrow street near Vondelpark across from a row of 18th century townhomes. The property, which combines design objects and contemporary lighting with the charm of a historic building, has cozy rooms that highlight the architecture of the structure in the form of slanted walls and exposed beams. There is a stylish restaurant adjacent to the lobby that receives praise from guests, and the hotel itself is situated about a six-minute walk from the Leidseplein, one of the most popular tourist and shopping areas in Amsterdam. Noise is a problem for some in this building, particularly in basement rooms that face the road and have the reception overhead. There is a nice garden with a sitting area and free Wi-Fi.
The three-pearl XO Hotels Blue Square offers 175 comfortable rooms in Slotermeer, a 15-minute drive from Amsterdam's center. The removed location keeps rates low, attracting budget-conscious travelers, and excellent downtown and airport links are virtually outside. A few dated accents are sprinkled throughout the property, but the design is largely contemporary. Rooms have air-conditioning, rainfall showers in modern bathrooms, and coffeemakers, plus some have pretty canal views. Breakfast and dinner are offered on-site, but the bar doesn't serve alcohol. Amsterdam's outskirts are more vehicle-friendly than the center, so parking here is a pro. For a value stay that's right downtown, consider the Hotel Brouwer.
The three-pearl XO Hotels Blue Square offers 175 comfortable rooms in Slotermeer, a 15-minute drive from Amsterdam's center. The removed location keeps rates low, attracting budget-conscious travelers, and excellent downtown and airport links are virtually outside. A few dated accents are sprinkled throughout the property, but the design is largely contemporary. Rooms have air-conditioning, rainfall showers in modern bathrooms, and coffeemakers, plus some have pretty canal views. Breakfast and dinner are offered on-site, but the bar doesn't serve alcohol. Amsterdam's outskirts are more vehicle-friendly than the center, so parking here is a pro. For a value stay that's right downtown, consider the Hotel Brouwer.
Ecomama Hotel is a two-pearl, boutique hostel located among the canals of central Amsterdam. Stylish decor is a mix of trendy and rustic, and the property focuses on green practices and reusable materials. Guest rooms are clean and range from private doubles to shared dorms with or without en-suite bathrooms. Linens and free Wi-Fi are included, but there’s no air-conditioning nor breakfast service -- though guests can use a public kitchen and honesty bar, plus there's a cafe attached to the building. Cheap meals are offered throughout the week, and the hostel organizes various events. For a hostel with free breakfast as well as an on-site restaurant and lounge, check out the Bulldog Hotel, though the party atmosphere might not suit all.
Ecomama Hotel is a two-pearl, boutique hostel located among the canals of central Amsterdam. Stylish decor is a mix of trendy and rustic, and the property focuses on green practices and reusable materials. Guest rooms are clean and range from private doubles to shared dorms with or without en-suite bathrooms. Linens and free Wi-Fi are included, but there’s no air-conditioning nor breakfast service -- though guests can use a public kitchen and honesty bar, plus there's a cafe attached to the building. Cheap meals are offered throughout the week, and the hostel organizes various events. For a hostel with free breakfast as well as an on-site restaurant and lounge, check out the Bulldog Hotel, though the party atmosphere might not suit all.
This two-and-a-half-pearl, 143-room hotel is located on the outskirts of Amsterdam, a five-minute walk from Slotedijk Railway Station. Most attractions aren't within walking distance, but the city center can be reached in around 30 minutes by train or bike. The hotel is geared toward younger travelers, with quirky decor and a social, almost hostel-like atmosphere. Guest rooms vary in size, and all include flat-screen TVs, safes, and small kitchenettes with microwaves, fridges, and tea/coffee facilities -- though they lack air-conditioning, and some bathrooms aren't en-suite. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Other features include a games room, fitness center, bike tours, and 24-hour homemade pizzas. Travelers seeking a centrally located alternative with a party atmosphere should consider St. Christopher's at Winston Hotel instead, which adds a free breakfast.
This two-and-a-half-pearl, 143-room hotel is located on the outskirts of Amsterdam, a five-minute walk from Slotedijk Railway Station. Most attractions aren't within walking distance, but the city center can be reached in around 30 minutes by train or bike. The hotel is geared toward younger travelers, with quirky decor and a social, almost hostel-like atmosphere. Guest rooms vary in size, and all include flat-screen TVs, safes, and small kitchenettes with microwaves, fridges, and tea/coffee facilities -- though they lack air-conditioning, and some bathrooms aren't en-suite. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Other features include a games room, fitness center, bike tours, and 24-hour homemade pizzas. Travelers seeking a centrally located alternative with a party atmosphere should consider St. Christopher's at Winston Hotel instead, which adds a free breakfast.