Planning to visit the mythical canals and mansions of the Dutch capital? Discover our selection of the 12 best hotels in Amsterdam!
Amsterdam is undoubtedly one of Europe’s most charming capitals. Who hasn’t dreamed of strolling through its narrow streets, cycling along its canals or passing through the door of one of its many pubs or coffee shops? Come and visit the Dutch city and stay in the best hotels in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam fascinates with its architecture dating back to the Golden Age, and is brimming with museums, markets and stores of all kinds.
If you’re looking for a lively, unusual and romantic city to spend your next weekend in, Amsterdam is the ideal destination.
Wondering where to stay to make the most of the city? Here’s our selection of the 12 best hotels in Amsterdam.
1. Hotel Sebastian’s
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Hotel benefits: central location, with bar, on-site bike rental available
Address: Keizersgracht 15, Amsterdam Center, 1015 CC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€€
Service: ★★★
When we imagine Amsterdam, we often visualize its canals lined with narrow, picturesque houses. Would you like to spend the night in one of these historic canal-side houses?
The sophisticated and contemporary Hotel Sebastian’s offers you this opportunity. This Amsterdam hotel is located in the peaceful, central district of Grachtengordel-West.
You’ll be just a stone’s throw from many of the city’s bars, restaurants and places of interest. Book this hotel
2. Conscious Hotel Westerpark
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Hotel benefits: sustainable hotel, green setting, close to places of interest and city center, on-site restaurant, bar and café
Address: Haarlemmerweg 10, Westerpark, 1014 BE Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€
Service: ★★★★
It’s hard not to be captivated by the monumental building of the Conscious Hotel in Westerpark, a former working-class district that’s now bustling with activity.
Sustainable materials, organic products and food, waste reduction, water saving, green energy, recycled or second-hand objects… This eco-hotel in Amsterdam is committed to offering you a quality service, while limiting its impact on the environment.
In addition to museums, independent boutiques and restaurants, you’ll find a number of green spaces in the vicinity of this atypical location, where events (markets, festivals, etc.) are regularly held.
You can reach the city center in just 15 minutes on foot. Book this hotel
3. Mr Jordaan
Hotel benefits: Location, view and spa
Address: Bloemgracht 102, Amsterdam Center, 1015 TN Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€€
Benefit: ★★★★
Are you looking for a hotel in Amsterdam that’s friendly, tastefully decorated and ideally located for sightseeing? Then look no further than Mr. Jordaan!
In the heart of the trendy Jordaan district, this pretty traditional building stands on the banks of the Bloemgracht, the Dutch word for flower canal.
Mr. Jordaan has found its place between artists’ studios, trendy boutiques and authentic pubs and cafés. The rooms, like the common areas, are pleasant and comfortable.
Don’t hesitate to talk to the staff at this traveler’s hotel, who will be delighted to help you discover Amsterdam’s hidden treasures! Book this hotel
4. Monet Garden Hotel Amsterdam
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Hotel benefits: central and close to the metro, on-site bar and restaurant, free gym
Address: Valkenburgerstraat 76, Amsterdam Center, 1011 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€
Service: ★★★★
Modern and functional, the Monet Garden Hotel Amsterdam is a boutique hotel that is unanimously appreciated by its guests. The view of the canal and garden is a real plus during a stay in the Dutch capital.
Wake up to the smell of fresh waffles at breakfast, work out in the gym and round off your day of sightseeing in the hotel bar or in front of the fireplace.
Nearby attractions include the Carré and Muziektheater theaters, the famous Rembrandtplein square and numerous museums. Book this hotel
5. Hotel The Exchange
Hotel assets: close to public transport, Kalverstraat shopping street and places of interest, original concept
Address: Damrak 50, Amsterdam Center, 1012 LL Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€
Service: ★★★
Trendy, original, quirky and atypical are just some of the adjectives used to describe this downtown Amsterdam establishment. Lovers of fashion and design will particularly appreciate its playful concept!
At The Exchange, each room is unique and decorated, like a mannequin, by young fashion designers from the Amsterdam Fashion Institute.
This stylish hotel is less than 500 meters from Amsterdam’s Royal Palace and Dam Square, in the heart of the Old Town. Book this hotel
6. Hotel V Fizeaustraat
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Hotel features: bike rental service, city views, restaurant, bar and café on site with terrace
Address: Fizeaustraat 2, Oost-Watergraafsmeer, 1097 SC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€€
Service: ★★★★
Cosy and designer, Hotel V Fizeaustraat has a rightful place in this top list of Amsterdam’s best hotels. The furnishings and decor, inspired by the 1970s, have been carefully chosen, adding a singular touch to this elegant hotel.
This hotel, hidden away in the quiet, little-known Oost district, offers an exceptional view of the Amstel rooftops! Book this hotel
7. CitizenM Amstel Amsterdam
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Hotel benefits: restaurant, bar, communal lounge and meeting room on site, in the city center, close to public transport
Address: Sarphatistraat 47, Amsterdam Center, 1018 EW Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€€
Service: ★★★★
Why not stay in the heart of the capital, at the CitizenM Amstel Amsterdam? It’s just a few minutes from the Amstel river, Rembrandt’s house and the Muziektheater.
Behind this imposing red-brick building lies a most welcoming hotel. The CitizenM Amstel Amsterdam is proof that a hotel can be both spacious and welcoming.
Its arty lounge is the ideal place to work or relax after a day in the city. Book this hotel
8. Motel One Amsterdam-Waterlooplein
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Hotel benefits: city center location, bar and buffet, atypical design concept
Address: Valkenburgerstraat 72-106, Amsterdam Center, 1011 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€
Service: ★★★
Motel One Amsterdam-Waterlooplein is located close to Amsterdam city center and Waterlooplein. This not-to-be-missed square regularly hosts a flea market renowned throughout the city and beyond.
So it’s no coincidence that the hotel’s design concept is based on upcycling! The hotel’s lounge decor is largely inspired by the style of the famous Dutch artist, Rembrandt.
His former home, now a museum, is not far from the design hotel. Book this hotel
9. Sir Adam Hotel
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Hotel features: gym with classes led by sports coaches, communal lounge, on-site bar and restaurant, bike rental service, views of the old town and river IJ
Address: Overhoeksplein 7, Amsterdam-Noord, 1031 KS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€€
Service: ★★★★
The industrial rock’n’roll Sir Adam has taken its place in the city’s new A’DAM tower, just opposite Central Station. The view from its rooftop is sure to leave you breathless!
Are you planning to work, play or meet new people, all to the sound of good music? You’ve definitely come to the right place for a real experience.
A free ferry will take you to the center in just a few minutes. To explore the city and soak up the local culture, you can also rent bicycles on site. Book this hotel
10. Dwars Hotel
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Hotel assets: in the city center, close to public transport, on a shopping street
Address: Utrechtsedwarsstraat 79, Amsterdam Center, 1017 WD Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€
Service: ★★★
Among the best hotels in Amsterdam is the Dwars. Utrechtsestraat, where the hotel is located, is one of the city’s main shopping streets. It is renowned for its restaurants and boutiques.
With its exposed beams and red bricks, the Dwars is not lacking in charm. Vintage furnishings and more modern decor blend perfectly into the setting of this intimate hotel.
It’s the ideal place to recharge your batteries and enjoy the city to the full. Book this hotel
11. Hotel V Nesplein
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Hotel benefits: restaurant, library and terrace on site, quiet, in the Old Town
Address: Nes 49, Amsterdam Center, 1012 KD Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€€
Service: ★★★★
Just a hundred meters from Dam Square and the Royal Palace, in the historic center, discover Hotel V Nesplein.
Located just a stone’s throw from the city’s most popular attractions, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better location.
The cosy, rustic atmosphere of this 4-star hotel is perfect for relaxing. You’re sure to fall in love with the unique atmosphere of this establishment tucked away in Amsterdam’s oldest streets! Book this hotel
12. The Hoxton
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Hotel benefits: excellent location, close to the metro, bar and restaurant, canal view
Address: Herengracht 255, Amsterdam Center, 1016 BJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Budget: €€€€
Service: ★★★★
5 canal-side houses make up The Hoxton, one of Amsterdam’s finest hotels. It’s located in the Negen Straatjes, or nine little streets.
Here you’ll find cool cafés and gourmet restaurants, as well as small artisan boutiques. Just a 15-minute walk from Central Station and 5 minutes from Anne Frank’s house and the famous Dam Square, this is a prime location in the Dutch capital.
To top it all off, the view of the canal and the hotel’s period features are particularly pleasing. Book this hotel
So, where are you planning to stay during your stay in the Dutch capital? We hope you’ve found your ideal base in this selection of the 12 best hotels in Amsterdam!