With a rich history dating back to the 14th century, Amsterdam is an international city and the cultural/financial center of The Netherlands. Visitors are delighted by the wide range of attractions and activities available, to include: fine museums, great galleries, excellent restaurants, boutique shopping, interesting coffee bars, canal tours and more.
Here are some suggestions for our favorite hotels that suit all tastes and budgets. Note: Amsterdam is a compact city, so even hotels that are outside the city center have quick, easy, and cheap access to the main attractions.
5 Star
Hotel de L’Europe
Situated in a central location alongside the Amstel river, this is one of the most beautiful hotels in Amsterdam. Tour boats drift past, allowing tourists to admire the reflection of the beautifully lit hotel in the waters below. There are two restaurants and a bar terrace overlooking the water. Rooms include color TV, minibar, wireless internet, and Bulgari toiletries.
Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2
020 531 1777
Hotel Pulitzer
This architecturally interesting hotel in Amsterdam’s Jordaan neighborhood, consists of several canal houses connected by a wonderfully landscaped courtyard. The hotel has been featured in several movies and each room has distinctive features, such as wood beams or old brick walls. Amenities include free daily newspaper, turndown service, rooms with sitting areas, and 24-hour room service.
Prinsengracht 315
020 523 5235
NH Barbizon Palace
The Barbizon is in a busy area, sitting opposite Centraal Station and the red light district immediatly behind it. The interiors of this large hotel, however, are calm and peaceful, with an excellent gym/spa found in the lower-level. Rooms include coffee/tea facilities, TV, minibar, and toiletry kit.
Prins Hendrikkade 59
020 566 4564
3-4 Star
Die Port van Cleve
This wonderful hotel is steeped in history, as the building was home to the first Heineken brewery. Naturally, the hotel today is in an excellent location and has wonderful period furnishings and a very popular bar/restaurant. Rooms have TV, internet, and radio.
Neiuwezijds Voorburgwal 176-180
020 7189013
Swissotel Amsterdam
One of Amsterdam’s most trendy hotels, this is an accommodation with cutting edge interior design. The location is just steps from the Dam Square, a very central and easy to find spot. The hotel is 100% non-smoking and each room boasts stylish amenities, including: free wireless internet, bathrobe, minibar, coffee/tea facilities, working desk, and ironing board.
Damrak 96
020 522 3000
1-2 Star
Hotel Di-Ann
In this very central location, the Di-Ann is housed in a historic canal house built in the 1700s. Some rooms feature canal views; all rooms have wireless internet, TV, and refrigerator. Breakfast is served in a beautifully decorated dining room with an outdoor balcony.
Raadhuisstraat 27
020 6231137
Bicycle Hotel
This cute and cozy hotel is located in De Pijp, one of Amsterdam’s most bohemian neighborhoods. With good rates on bike rental from the hotel itself, it is a great location from which to explore the city on two wheels. All accomodations include wireless internet and a healthy breakfast.
Van Ostadestraat 123
020 679 3452
Hotel De Westertoren
The Westertoren sits in the shadow of the church tower from which it was named. The building is somewhat of a landmark itself, with its medieval façade stretching across an entire block. Cheerful, friendly staff and clean rooms make for an excellent central city stay. In-room breakfast is included, as well as TV and coffee/tea making facilities.
Raadhuistraat 35
020 624 4639
