Where to Stay
Hotel Sebastian’s
Keizersgracht 15, 1015 CC Amsterdam, Netherlands
On a quiet street overlooking the Keizersgracht Canal, Hotel Sebastian’s is a contemporary hotel with a quirky design in a great location. An easy 10 minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal, the hotel is also walking distance from all the major sights. Rooms are clean and comfortable, with some featuring lovely views of the canal. There is a cosy bar on site where you can relax after a busy day of sightseeing. The hotel staff are friendly and helpful.
Mr Jordaan Hotel
Bloemgracht 102, 1015 TN Amsterdam, Netherlands
Mr Jordaan is a trendy, boutique hotel located in the quiet but hip neighbourhood of Jordaan. Set on the beautiful Bloemgracht Canal and surrounded by quirky shops and authentic bars and cafes, Mr Jordaan is the perfect base from which to explore Amsterdam. While you will most likely need to catch a taxi or public transport if arriving with luggage from Amsterdam Centraal (the central station), this hotel is within walking distance from all the major sights as well as within easy reach of transport options for getting around the city centre. Rooms are typically quite small in this hotel, but they are recommended for their quality, affordability, cleanliness and interesting design. If you would like to treat yourself, be sure to book a canal view room. Breakfast is plentiful and satisfying, taking a wholesome and authentic approach with lots of local produce and fresh options available, including fruits and a tasty range of jams.
The Hendrick’s Hotel
Prins Hendrikkade 139, 1011 AS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Only opening in 2017, The Hendrick’s Hotel has been artfully built into a beautiful 17th century canal house located on Prins Hendrikkade and looking over the IJ waterway. Just 10 minutes walk from Amsterdam Centraal and 15 minutes walk to Dam Square (the centre of Amsterdam), the hotel is perfectly located for your visit to Amsterdam. Inspired by the life of Prince Hendrick of The Netherlands, each hotel room is uniquely designed around the themes of travel, trade and romance. There is a lobby bar with a welcoming fireplace for the cooler months and plenty of dining options nearby.
Hotel Estherea
Singel 303-309, 1012 WJ Amsterdam
Centrally located in three beautiful 17th century buildings overlooking the Singel Canal, you will find the luxurious Hotel Estherea. Family run for over 75 years, the Estherea is a delightfully unique hotel with individually designed rooms, an inviting lounge and bar and friendly and helpful staff. Rooms range in size, but each is well designed and comfortable with luxuriously appointed bathrooms. Enjoy the complimentary coffee, tea and pastries found in the relaxing lounge or grab a book from the hotel’s library and rest your weary legs after a busy day of exploring. The hotel is perfectly located, within walking distance of all the central sights and surrounded by plenty of excellent cafes, restaurants and bars.
Ambassade Hotel
Herengracht 341, 1016 AZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Ambassade Hotel is a beautiful luxury hotel spanning ten original canal houses built during the 17th century. Located in the heart of the city along the prestigious Herengracht Canal, the Ambassade is a stylish but relaxed hotel in a great location. Each room is individually decorated with plush materials, period furniture and original artworks from the owner’s collection. Check out the Library Bar, a favourite of Dutch authors and publishers. It contains over 5000 books personally signed by authors during their stays at the hotel.
For most of these hotels it will be important to consider your luggage if you plan to walk from the station. It is easy enough to move through Amsterdam by foot, but when towing luggage along the various cobblestone streets and competing with pedestrians and bicycles, you may prefer a taxi for ease.
