25/01/2016
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10 hotels in Amsterdam you must have visited in your life!
You have finally decided to travel to Europe. Whether you are traveling through a handful of European countries or not, you have decided to visit Amsterdam. Before you know it, you are targeted by the internet, yes they know you are going to Amsterdam, with all kinds of different hotels. Ads after Ads, pages after pages, and not to forget to mention all these reviews of which are in most cases negative. Here is a fresh 2016 list of the top 10 Luxury hotels in Amsterdam, according to Tripadvisor, you should try.
1 - Sofitel Legend de Grande Amsterdam
Starting price: €549
Location: Well located in the central area of Amsterdam. It is near all the major shops, musea, attractions and public transport.
Why you should stay here: Because it is our number 1 hotel. Enough reasons.
2 - The Toren
Starting price: €460
Location: Located near the heart of Amsterdam. Damsquare is less than a 10 minute walk.
Why you should stay here: If you are looking for top quality, don't look further. The Toren offers that VIP feeling you are craving for. Good for couples!
3 - Heemskerk Suites- Adults only
Starting price: €224
Location: It may not be located in the central area, but is located in a buzzling area. Visit the bar and party district (Leidseplein), have a walk in the beautiful vondel park or try your luck at the casino. The shops are in overflow.
Why you should stay here: Are you on holiday, but you want that "home feeling"? Check out Heemskerk suites! They offer mainly complete apartments with everything you need to feel like you are home.
4 - Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam
Starting price: €520
Location: Officially one minute away from the central area.
Why you should stay here: It ticks off all the boxes. Beautiful hotel, great location, helpful staff (they even tell you historical stories about the hotel), luxurious, and more. To top it out, on tripadvisor they have 4 negative reviews against 490 "excellent" reviews!!
5 - Ambassade Hotel
Starting price: €227
Location: 10 minutes walk to the central part of the city.
Why you should stay here: This hotel does not have a single bad review on tripadvisor. If you want a room that makes a unique impression you should definitely stay at the Ambassade Hotel. Each single room is designed differently from the other. The hotel is filled with the COBRA movement art.
6 - InterContinental Amstel
Starting price: €362
Location: Away from the crowded parts of Amsterdam, but only two stops with the metro to the heart of Amsterdam. Located alongside the Amstel canal.
Why you should stay here: It is a historical building. Stay at the InterContinental Amstel hotel to experience a part of the history first hand! Did I forget to mention the view? It is located along the largest canal in Amsterdam.
7 - Banks Mansion
Starting price: €206
Location: Located near the Rembrandt plein, a bar and party area. Your cocktail or a cool beer is just around the corner.
Why you should stay here: What makes Banks Mansion different from the other hotels in this list? Their staff is friendly, great rooms and perfect location. But you can find these things with the other hotels too. However, the Banks Mansion offers a free bar!!! Who does not enjoy a well deserved free drink. Their bar is well filled and diverse.
8 - Conservatorium Hotel
Starting price: €337
Location: Everything is within reach. Elegant location. Right between the largest square and the Vondel park in Amsterdam.
Why you should stay here: the chance of you running into a celebrity just skyrocketed with 500%.
9 - Hotel Okura
Starting price: €210
Location: It is located a bit further from the center. However, the location offers a unique experience with the local life.
Why you should stay here: A unique view over the city. I am telling you, it is very astonishing. Enjoy a drink like a boss on the 22nd.
10 - WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam
Starting price: €99
Location: For those who like to stay in a more tranquil part of the city should have a look at this hotel.
Why you should stay here: A fashionable hotel for a reasonable price, is that not enough reason for you to stay here? Secondly, it is the perfect alternative for those who need some rest from the busy Amsterdam city center.
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