The 56-room Ambassade Hotel is an upscale, elegant boutique located on the banks of the Herengracht, one of the most famous canals in Amsterdam. The property is tastefully decorated, with an extensive collection of art and books, handsome wooden floors, rich fabrics, and huge windows overlooking the canal. Individually designed rooms are made up in classic Louis XV/XVI style, and feature comfortable beds, up-to-date amenities such as free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, and clean bathrooms. Many offer picturesque canal views, but some units are a tad snug. The Library Bar is a cozy, inviting spot for coffee or evening drinks, and the Brasserie is popular with locals for its excellent French cuisine. Travelers seeking something similar but a little bit cheaper may want to compare rates at the Canal House.
The 56-room Ambassade Hotel is an upscale, elegant boutique located on the banks of the Herengracht, one of the most famous canals in Amsterdam. The property is tastefully decorated, with an extensive collection of art and books, handsome wooden floors, rich fabrics, and huge windows overlooking the canal. Individually designed rooms are made up in classic Louis XV/XVI style, and feature comfortable beds, up-to-date amenities such as free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, and clean bathrooms. Many offer picturesque canal views, but some units are a tad snug. The Library Bar is a cozy, inviting spot for coffee or evening drinks, and the Brasserie is popular with locals for its excellent French cuisine. Travelers seeking something similar but a little bit cheaper may want to compare rates at the Canal House.
Designed to be a slice of London in Amsterdam -- from its understated modern design to leafy views -- Hotel Notting Hill completes the ruse with its "Brasserie Londen" restaurant, which serves a proper English afternoon tea. The rooms have chic, black-and-white decor and upscale amenities, even if layouts are somewhat small and basement and attic rooms lack views. In warmer months, the scene along its canal-side terrace help compensate for those rooms' quirks. The location is good for tourists who want to experience central, canal-side Amsterdam without staying in the busiest, tourist-packed parts of the city, but the hotel may be more ideal for business travelers looking for a high-end stay with a fitness room near the southern business district.
Designed to be a slice of London in Amsterdam -- from its understated modern design to leafy views -- Hotel Notting Hill completes the ruse with its "Brasserie Londen" restaurant, which serves a proper English afternoon tea. The rooms have chic, black-and-white decor and upscale amenities, even if layouts are somewhat small and basement and attic rooms lack views. In warmer months, the scene along its canal-side terrace help compensate for those rooms' quirks. The location is good for tourists who want to experience central, canal-side Amsterdam without staying in the busiest, tourist-packed parts of the city, but the hotel may be more ideal for business travelers looking for a high-end stay with a fitness room near the southern business district.
This historical hotel in a building with rich shipping history is an upscale stay with canal views in the city center, but also earns its rates with a full spa, indoor pool, and high-end (though pricey) dining options. Large rooms with soaring ceilings are mostly modern but do incorporate some ornate details that recall the building's past (especially in the suites); free minibars are a nice extra. The location at the top of the Old Center, within walking distance of Centraal Station, can't be beat. Travelers who appreciate those places where history, architecture, and luxury come together will appreciate everything here. It's also the only luxury hotel in the city with an Amsterdam-based parent company; it doesn't get more Dutch than this.
This historical hotel in a building with rich shipping history is an upscale stay with canal views in the city center, but also earns its rates with a full spa, indoor pool, and high-end (though pricey) dining options. Large rooms with soaring ceilings are mostly modern but do incorporate some ornate details that recall the building's past (especially in the suites); free minibars are a nice extra. The location at the top of the Old Center, within walking distance of Centraal Station, can't be beat. Travelers who appreciate those places where history, architecture, and luxury come together will appreciate everything here. It's also the only luxury hotel in the city with an Amsterdam-based parent company; it doesn't get more Dutch than this.
Travelers on a tight budget who want only a clean, modern bedroom and a small, private bathroom will find both here, but the easyHotel Amsterdam -- based on the same concept as the budget easyJet airline -- offers little else. A concept hotel designed around bare-bones rooms and rock-bottom prices, the easyHotel charges guests for amenities from hairdryers to Wi-Fi on an à la carte basis. Its secure, functional rooms are a clean, pleasant alternative for tourists who'd prefer not to stay in a hostel, and are also popular with business travelers looking for a cheap room near the city's southern business district -- in other words, the hotel is best for those who don't plan on spending much time at their hotel. Anyone who would scoff at having to pay a fee for television should steer clear and look into the more inclusive Qbic Hotel Amsterdam WTC.
Travelers on a tight budget who want only a clean, modern bedroom and a small, private bathroom will find both here, but the easyHotel Amsterdam -- based on the same concept as the budget easyJet airline -- offers little else. A concept hotel designed around bare-bones rooms and rock-bottom prices, the easyHotel charges guests for amenities from hairdryers to Wi-Fi on an à la carte basis. Its secure, functional rooms are a clean, pleasant alternative for tourists who'd prefer not to stay in a hostel, and are also popular with business travelers looking for a cheap room near the city's southern business district -- in other words, the hotel is best for those who don't plan on spending much time at their hotel. Anyone who would scoff at having to pay a fee for television should steer clear and look into the more inclusive Qbic Hotel Amsterdam WTC.
Hotel V Nesplein is an upscale, mid-century modern-style boutique hotel on a picturesque, residential street in Amsterdam's theater district. Its restaurant and bar are popular with locals, adding to the vibrant, authentic Amsterdam atmosphere that pervades the family-owned hotel. It's in an ideal spot for couples who want to explore the city center on foot, as it's within walking distance of most major attractions, but it doesn't have its own parking and the area's heavy traffic can be overwhelming. The loft-style rooms have a hip, industrial-style luxury that's more popular with younger guests; rooms in the back are the only ones that can be guaranteed to be quiet. A more mid-range sister property, Hotel V Frederiksplein, is a bit farther from the city center, but is nearly as stylish and has a free breakfast.
Hotel V Nesplein is an upscale, mid-century modern-style boutique hotel on a picturesque, residential street in Amsterdam's theater district. Its restaurant and bar are popular with locals, adding to the vibrant, authentic Amsterdam atmosphere that pervades the family-owned hotel. It's in an ideal spot for couples who want to explore the city center on foot, as it's within walking distance of most major attractions, but it doesn't have its own parking and the area's heavy traffic can be overwhelming. The loft-style rooms have a hip, industrial-style luxury that's more popular with younger guests; rooms in the back are the only ones that can be guaranteed to be quiet. A more mid-range sister property, Hotel V Frederiksplein, is a bit farther from the city center, but is nearly as stylish and has a free breakfast.
The Amsterdam ID Aparthotel is an upper-middle-range property that attracts business travelers and some leisure tourists here on extended stays. Situated a bit outside of the city center, it's about a 15- to 20-minute train ride to the main sights. Its 94 apartments, ranging from studios to four-bedrooms, are clean and modern, with contemporary decor and full kitchens. The hotel has a restaurant and a coffee and cocktail lounge with a stylish outdoor terrace. Other features include an infra-red sauna and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a chic game room with a billiards table. Guests should note that no cash is accepted at the hotel. For apartments in the city center, travelers might want to check out Heemskerk Suites, though it doesn't offer nearly as many amenities.
The Amsterdam ID Aparthotel is an upper-middle-range property that attracts business travelers and some leisure tourists here on extended stays. Situated a bit outside of the city center, it's about a 15- to 20-minute train ride to the main sights. Its 94 apartments, ranging from studios to four-bedrooms, are clean and modern, with contemporary decor and full kitchens. The hotel has a restaurant and a coffee and cocktail lounge with a stylish outdoor terrace. Other features include an infra-red sauna and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a chic game room with a billiards table. Guests should note that no cash is accepted at the hotel. For apartments in the city center, travelers might want to check out Heemskerk Suites, though it doesn't offer nearly as many amenities.
Cocomama bills itself as Amsterdam’s first boutique hostel, and this ultra-affordable budget property features 13 individually decorated rooms and a stylish atmosphere that the average hostel can't match. Its small private rooms have whimsical themes and the dorms have en-suite bathrooms, so that guests don't have to share with too many others. Backpackers and budget travelers who enjoy the communal events and social aspects of a hostel -- but don’t want to sacrifice too many comforts -- will find a nice balance here. The location is good, too, and it's a block from leafy Frederiksplein, in an area with lots of small bars, restaurants and shops. Travelers looking for design-conscious, budget lodging could also try St Christopher's at Winston Hotel.
Cocomama bills itself as Amsterdam’s first boutique hostel, and this ultra-affordable budget property features 13 individually decorated rooms and a stylish atmosphere that the average hostel can't match. Its small private rooms have whimsical themes and the dorms have en-suite bathrooms, so that guests don't have to share with too many others. Backpackers and budget travelers who enjoy the communal events and social aspects of a hostel -- but don’t want to sacrifice too many comforts -- will find a nice balance here. The location is good, too, and it's a block from leafy Frederiksplein, in an area with lots of small bars, restaurants and shops. Travelers looking for design-conscious, budget lodging could also try St Christopher's at Winston Hotel.
The two-pearl Rembrandt Square Hotel is popular with young travelers for its affordable prices and convenient location in central Amsterdam, a four-minute walk from the Flower Market. This 22-room property offers cheerful and clean rooms with flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and sinks -- but bathrooms are shared. Extras include a continental breakfast included in the room rate, free Wi-Fi in all areas of the hotel, and a communal lounge with free coffee and tea. Notable downsides include the steep stairs (there's no elevator), lack of air-conditioning, and noise from the downstairs cafe and nightclub. Another popular (and cheaper) budget option is Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, which also has an on-site restaurant with happy hour specials and a nightclub, though its lodging is mostly dorm-style.
The two-pearl Rembrandt Square Hotel is popular with young travelers for its affordable prices and convenient location in central Amsterdam, a four-minute walk from the Flower Market. This 22-room property offers cheerful and clean rooms with flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and sinks -- but bathrooms are shared. Extras include a continental breakfast included in the room rate, free Wi-Fi in all areas of the hotel, and a communal lounge with free coffee and tea. Notable downsides include the steep stairs (there's no elevator), lack of air-conditioning, and noise from the downstairs cafe and nightclub. Another popular (and cheaper) budget option is Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, which also has an on-site restaurant with happy hour specials and a nightclub, though its lodging is mostly dorm-style.
The budget Hotel Old Quarter is on the busy Warmoesstraat that runs parallel to the Red Light District. It’s a short walk to many landmarks, including the central train station. Other than location, its main attraction is the cozy, traditional Dutch bar and lounge, where a hot breakfast is served for a fee. The 50 rooms, which are spread across two buildings, come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Family Rooms can sleep up to six, and some Doubles have canal views. On the downside, rooms are small, some share bathrooms, and complaints have been made about broken TVs and lights, peeling paint, torn drapes, and dank smells. Travelers might want to check out the mid-range Hotel Luxer, whose rooms were renovated in 2012, though rates can be higher.
The budget Hotel Old Quarter is on the busy Warmoesstraat that runs parallel to the Red Light District. It’s a short walk to many landmarks, including the central train station. Other than location, its main attraction is the cozy, traditional Dutch bar and lounge, where a hot breakfast is served for a fee. The 50 rooms, which are spread across two buildings, come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Family Rooms can sleep up to six, and some Doubles have canal views. On the downside, rooms are small, some share bathrooms, and complaints have been made about broken TVs and lights, peeling paint, torn drapes, and dank smells. Travelers might want to check out the mid-range Hotel Luxer, whose rooms were renovated in 2012, though rates can be higher.
The Hotel Luxer is a mid-range, 47-room property set in the salacious heart of Amsterdam's Red Light District and is still looking good from its 2012 overhaul. Plush interiors hint at decadence while avoiding seedy, and the vibe is cozy and welcoming. Rooms are well-finished with good amenities, though noise -- both from inside and outside -- can be a problem. The location is certainly not for the prudish, but rates are good for the city, if a tad pricier than the comparable -- though less inviting -- Hotel CC just along the road.
The Hotel Luxer is a mid-range, 47-room property set in the salacious heart of Amsterdam's Red Light District and is still looking good from its 2012 overhaul. Plush interiors hint at decadence while avoiding seedy, and the vibe is cozy and welcoming. Rooms are well-finished with good amenities, though noise -- both from inside and outside -- can be a problem. The location is certainly not for the prudish, but rates are good for the city, if a tad pricier than the comparable -- though less inviting -- Hotel CC just along the road.