Spaarndammerdijk 302, Amsterdam, Netherlands | (888) 616-5829
Modern, large, slightly retro rooms painted in brilliant jewel tone hues
Contemporary art fills rooms; Nespresso machines also a nice touch
Supports local artists by displaying original work
Quiet location convenient to transportation and adjacent to a public outdoor pool
Computer and printer in lobby for guest use
Brasserie on-site serves three meals a day
Large amount of meeting space for business guests
Reception will issue bus tickets
Free Wi-Fi
Far from city center: Canal Ring is about 35 minutes on foot or 15 minutes on public transportation
Some rooms have clear bathroom doors
The 106-room WestCord Art Hotel Amsterdam is an upper-mid-range hotel that is part of a Dutch chain located slightly on the outskirts of Amsterdam's city center. Eye-popping colors, spacious bathrooms, and a plethora of fun contemporary art all make this property stand out. The entire hotel is decked out with countless oeuvres, and the lobby hosts a rotating atelier with art for sale by local artists. The neighborhood itself is somewhat barren, and consists mainly of industrial and office buildings, though there are a smattering of shops and two bus stations within a few dozen feet of the front door, giving access to the main attractions of the Canal Ring within 15 minutes. The main downsides are the slightly inconvenient location and the lack of street life in the immediate surroundings. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
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Scene
Slightly plain and institutional upper-mid-range hotel with colorful art theme
The WestCord Art Hotel Amsterdam is an upper-mid-range property that although plain and a bit institutional in places, delivers a unique experience through its devotion to displaying a range of contemporary art. The main lobby is based around an atrium that reaches up to the building's ceiling and is home to some casual meeting areas with tables and chairs. There is a slightly 80s feel to the winding exposed staircase that stretches the height of the seven-story building and is flanked by pop-inspired canvases reminiscent of Basquiat. This hotel is a popular place for business guests to hold meetings, due to the large space afforded by the slightly suburban location along with the convenient location for both transport to and from Centraal station and easy access by car via a city ring road. Some guests may find the assault of bright art a bit on the busy side visually, but this property does provide a quiet location and mostly peaceful atmosphere.
Location
Set slightly back from a busy ring road about 15 minutes from the center of Amsterdam
The WestCord Art Hotel Amsterdam is situated on a busy A-road, a 20-minute walk from Amsterdam’s Westerdok, a post-industrial waterfront hub with a smattering of shops and cafes. The majority of the neighboring properties are commercial buildings, with a few shops; the immediate neighborhood lacks the character and history that many travel to Amsterdam to experience. Two bus stops are situated within a few dozen feet of the hotel, Centraal station can be reached in around 10 minutes by bus, and Schiphol is about an hour on public transportation with a single transfer. Guests who want to explore the heart of Amsterdam on foot will probably find the location inconvenient.
Rooms
Eclectic rooms painted striking colors with built-in window-settees, stocked minibars, and Nespresso machines
Elegant rooms feature brilliant wall colors including jewel purple and bright crimson, along with a concentration of art that varies from one room to the next, and can include an original, pop-art-inspired canvas above the bed and art-related quotations painted on the ceiling or stenciled on the walls. Built-in couch settees are a frequent feature and tend to be set directly below the tall panel windows. Bathrooms are spacious and much more serene with large, slate-gray tiling, recessed overhead lighting, large white vanities and a full mirror, and shower/tub combos (larger suites feature a soaking tub and separate walk-in shower). All rooms have air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, Nespresso machines, electric kettles, USB ports, safes, built-in desks, and hairdryers. Larger rooms have a separate living space and a microwave. Some rooms may have glass bathroom walls and doors. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
Features
Lots of art throughout, on-site brasserie, and large amount of meeting space
The most striking feature of the WestCord Art Hotel Amsterdam is its devotion to featuring a range of contemporary art. A pop-up atelier is a favorite at the hotel, featuring paintings for sale in the lobby by local artists displayed to look like a working studio. The hotel terrace overlooks a public outdoor pool, which is open during the summer. The breakfast restaurant serves an à la carte breakfast which generally garners favorable reviews, and is also open for lunch and dinner. There is a printer and computer for guest use off the lobby. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.
