Amsterdam has many historic buildings, some dating back to the 16th century; hotels occupy some of those historic structures, though they tend towards the more expensive end of the market. The city's budget hotels are usually in more modern premises, but are often close to, or even set in, historic neighborhoods. City attractions include the Flower Market, the Van Gogh Museum and the Anne Frank House, which is visited by one million people each year.
Set in a historic property from 1867 that was originally a brewery, this hotel is located on Dam Square, behind the Royal Palace. The 121 guestrooms come with complimentary wireless Internet, coffeemakers and flat screen TVs; smoking rooms are available. The layout of the rooms varies greatly, with some featuring arched windows and wooden beams. The on-site Brasserie de Poort serves authentic Dutch cuisine as well as international dishes and steaks. The Bar-Bodega De Blauwe Parade dates from 1880, retains its original wood paneling and features a Delft Tile mural from 1887.
Die Port Van Cleve Hotel
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 176-180
Amsterdam, 1012 SJ
The Netherlands
011-31-20-7142000
dieportvancleve.com
Housed in a former liqueur maker's premises built in traditional Amsterdam style, the Best Western Dam Square Inn is a short walk from Dam Square. The Anne Frank House is five minutes away and the city's main railway terminal, Centraal Station, is a 10-minute walk. The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast, there is a cocktail bar and the front desk--which has multilingual staff--is open 24 hours. The 38 guestrooms come with televisions and in-room movies, coffee and tea makers, hairdryers and broadband Internet access.
Best Western Dam Square Inn
Gravenstraat 12-16,
Amsterdam, 1012 NM
The Netherlands
011-31-20-6233716
bestwestern.com
This hotel is set on Damrak Street in Downtown Amsterdam, 50 yards from Dam Square, and is housed in a typically Dutch building of five floors. The Van Gogh Museum and the classical art collections of the Rijksmuseum are both within two miles. The 79 rooms, all fully soundproofed, include Internet access, minibars and safes. Other amenities include coffeemakers, flat screen TVs and climate control. Featuring an Art Deco interior, the hotel restaurant dates from 1911; it serves Dutch specialties and international dishes.
Hotel Amsterdam de Roode Leeuw
Damrak Street 93--94
Amsterdam, 1012 LP
The Netherlands
011-31-20-5550666
hotelamsterdam.nl
