Area: Amsterdam Show Map
Bordered by a warren of narrow streets lined with pubs, cafés, and restaurants, this hotel faces a small square … More
Pricing for stays between 26 Feb - 29 Feb, 2012
Michael from Toronto, ON said:
"Visited for Xmas 2011, 5 nights. A 3.5 star hotel within an easy walk to Central sta... "
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
This top-class Amsterdam hotel is set in the bustling Centrum district, 600 metres from Centraal Station and two … More
A traveler from uk said:
"just one small thing missing from the room was tea & coffee making facilities."
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
Located in the heart of Amsterdam, this business-friendly hotel is steps from National Monument, Royal Palace, and … More
Pricing for stays between 21 Feb - 24 Feb, 2012
Adam R from London, UK said:
"I stayed in one of the brand newly-refurbished bedrooms - having stayed in this hote... "
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
Located in the city center of Amsterdam, this luxury hotel is near the airport and within walking distance of Sint … More
Pricing for stays between 24 Feb - 27 Feb, 2012
William X from USA said:
"I cannot honestly recommend this hotel other than the location - Extremely High Cost... "
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
This small, contemporary hotel is set on a quiet residential street in Amsterdam's upscale Apollolaan district … More
Pricing for stays between 27 Feb - 01 Mar, 2012
A traveler from London UK said:
"Clean, functional and central - and good value for all of that - only one night and... "
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
This grand 19th century corner hotel is located in the centre of Amsterdam, 100 metres from the Vondelpark, 400 … More
A traveler from Southampton, United Kingdom said:
"As the title says, I was satisfied with the hotel. I had a single room, which was ti... "
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
Two blocks from bustling Dam Square, this city-center hotel is situated between the Singel Canal and a narrow … More
Pricing for stays between 05 Feb - 08 Feb, 2012
A traveler from Normandy, France said:
"Over the years I have stayed at the NH City Centre many times (buisiness & liesure)... "
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
This city-center hotel is a 3-minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal Station. Dam Square, Nieuwe Kerk, and the Royal … More
A traveler from Cairo, Egypt said:
"The hotel was in good location, Clean, dryer, There was a boiler in the room, TV cha... "
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Area: Amsterdam Show Map
This red-fronted Amsterdam hotel is 350 meters from Leidseplein Square, with its abundance of entertainment venues … More
Pricing for stays between 06 Feb - 09 Feb, 2012
A traveler from Seattle, WA said:
"The hotel was easy to find and located in a great location. The hotel staff are laid... "
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In the center of Amsterdam, this contemporary hotel is located 100 meters from Rembrandt Square's night life, and … More
Pricing for stays between 05 Feb - 08 Feb, 2012
Maxine G from London said:
"We have been coming to this hotel for ages and it is lovely! The staff are friendly... "
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Despite its rise from small fishing village to cosmopolitan capital, Amsterdam retains an appealing modesty. Its elongated, unadorned architecture, canals, and cobbled streets, combined with bicycle-friendly flat terrain offer its inhabitants an easy ride and a neighborhood feel. Modesty however, is not something which applies to its infamous red light district. Whether it repels you or draws you in, it is undoubtedly an eye-opening experience and an unashamed display of liberation and tolerance.
Traditional Amsterdam
There are only eight windmills left in greater Amsterdam; a tour to Volendam and Marken will take you on a tour of two Dutch fishing villages, and onward to see the traditional Dutch windmills and polders. Sampling two famous cheeses, Gouda and Edam may put you in the mood for putting on some clogs, or klompen as they are known in Dutch.
Cutting edge couture
When you think of Amsterdam, fashion might not immediately spring to mind, especially if you have just klomped around in a pair of clogs. However, the city is quickly establishing itself as an alternative to the established catwalks of Paris and Milan. Blending practical tailoring and offbeat accessories, it has an ageless appeal and may just encourage you to dive into the nearest boutique for an asymmetrical bag or tilted hat. Try Van Baerlestraat for boutiques, P.C. Hooftstraat for high-end labels, and the Waterlooplein flea market for bargains.
Fragrant wanderings
Something that may already have your attention is Amsterdam's profusion of coffee shops. In another display of the city's open-mindedness, (and despite recent changes in smoking laws) cannabis is likely to be on the menu. If fruit teas and aromatic smoke aren't for you, the cafes are still worth visiting for their distinctive atmosphere and the convivial conversation. Head to the botanical gardens to find out what a 400-year-old potted plant looks like, and take a restful stroll in the subtropical house and medicinal herb garden.
Humbling history
The tragic story of Anne Frank is retold in a museum dedicated to her life and linked to the house in which she and her family hid from Nazi persecution. It was here that Anne wrote her diary, which was eventually published and has become one of the world's most widely read books. Other notable museums are the Rijksmuseum, which features the masterpieces of the Dutch Golden Age, and the Van Gogh Museum, which has the largest collection of his paintings in the world.
Capturing the canals
In contrast to the colorful red light district, a candlelight cruise along the canals will provide a more reserved evening of entertainment. Illuminated at night, the 17th century bridges will have you reaching for your camera, and the Reguliersgracht is perhaps the most photographed stretch of water in Amsterdam. Hop on one of the many trams to Leidseplein to enjoy snazzy cocktail lounges and cool clubs, and join the in-crowd to dance the night away.