DK Travel : Amsterdam

Amsterdam has an appeal that is absolutely unique. It’s a vibrant place, a treasure-trove of extraordinary artistic riches, and the living embodiment of 900 years of history, during which it rose to become the centre of a huge global empire. After a period of decline, it matured into today’s relaxed and tolerant modern metropolis. Elegant and serene, Amsterdam also has its seamy side, and this too is part of its character, as much as its famous network of canals. Whatever you are looking for, this small city packs a big punch.

Hotel Omega

With a vibrant colour scheme in red and orange, the Ramada has plenty of panache, plus the bonus of a garden, a roof terrace, and particularly accommodating staff.
Hotel Orlando

Hotel Orlando is a gorgeous 17th century house in the heart of the Old Amsterdam Canal Belt. The hotel boasts a homely feel, with just 5 rooms in total, all individually decorated with a mixture of old and new. B&B service is included, and uniquely visitors who don’t want to eat in the lounge area can be treated to breakfast in bed.
Hotel Pulitzer

Opera brunches take place on the last Sunday of the month in the “Garden Room” of this prestigious hotel. In August, the hampers and champagne come out in full force, when a floating stage is set up out front for the unmissable Grachtenfestival’s open-air classical concert.
House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience

A visit to House of Bols, Cocktail & Genever Experience on the Museumplein square in Amsterdam, is a unique adventure and an unforgettable interactive experience of the glamorous world of cocktails and bartending. Visitors find out all about Lucas Bols – the oldest distilled spirit brand in the world, which has been made in Amsterdam since 1575. They also become acquainted with Bols Genever – the World’s Most Authentic Spirit, which dates back to 1820 and which has always been an essential ingredient in original classic cocktails that are now very much back in fashion.

House of Bols takes visitors on a spectacular journey that presents them with flavours, smells, sounds and images in the Hall of Taste, the Delft Blue Room, the World of Cocktails and the Genever Room. As the winner of the Dutch Design Award for the Best Exhibition & Experience, the House of Bols is living proof that heritage and history blend perfectly with innovation and contemporary design.
houseboat B033 on the Houseboat Hotel website

A beautiful moored houseboat perfect for a romantic break for two and that home from home feeling. Wonderful views at night of the oldest twinkly bridge in Amsterdam this boat oozes rustic charm, it has stained glass windows, a cozy place to sit and eat and watch the world cycle by, its warm and cozy and has adequate facilties for showering and cooking also. We loved eating our evening meal at the table and watching the tourist boats float by waving as they thought we were living there! The boat is very central a short distance to major attractions and is situated opposite the Opera House and minutes from the Waterlooplein flea market and the Dam Square . It also feels safe and quiet at night, and there is a local supermarket Albert Hein local shops for your groceries I loved this charming boat would certainly go back again!
Hugo Grotius

Statesman and philosopher (1583–1645). Author ofDe Jure Belli et Pacis , the foundation stone of international law.
Huis met de Hoofden

An eye-catching extravaganza, the House with the Heads is named for the six heads on its elaborate step-gabled façade representing Classical gods – Apollo, Ceres, Mars, Minerva, Diana and Bacchus. Built in 1622 for a successful merchant, its Dutch Renaissance design is attributed to Hendrick de Keyser. Today it is occupied by the body in charge of Amsterdam’s public monuments. The ground floor has scarcely changed.
Hutspot

The Dutch love affair with potatoes manifests itself in a variety of hearty winter dishes.Hutspot (meaning hotchpotch) is a stew of braised beef and potatoes mashed with carrots, whilestamppot boerenkool consists of mashed potato and cabbage flecked with chopped bacon and served with smoked sausage.
Ice Hockey

The city supports the popular Boretti Tigers.
IN THE WILDEMAN

This is a really great, cosy and generally quiet little bar with over 200 different beers. Good value and staff are fine. I strongly recommend a visit.

Kolksteeg 3 1012 PT Amsterdam tel: 020-638 23 48 fax: 020-427 86 60

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
- under €90
- €90–€140
- €140–€200
- €200–€250
- over €250