 Location
Located on the riverfront and next to the central train station, the hotel is within easy reach of a host of local attractions, including the Rijksmuseum, Leidseplein, and the Anne Frank and Van Gogh museums. It is a perfect base from which to enjoy all that Amsterdam has to offer. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is about 20 km from the hotel.
Facilities
The hotel has been built and designed by leading architects with an emphasis on light and natural space, offering some of the most stunning views of Amsterdam over the beautiful harbour and the river IJ, and the traditional historic old town. The city hotel was built in 2011 and has 553 guest rooms on offer. The premises are air-conditioned and have a lobby with 24-hour reception service. Facilities at the hotel include a cloakroom, currency exchange, hotel safe and lift access to the upper floors. Guests can dine in the cafe, one of the three bars or one of the four restaurants on site. There are 18 conference facilities for business travellers as well as wireless Internet access. Guests can take advantage of the hotel's room and laundry services (additional fees apply to both). Those arriving by car may park their vehicles in the hotel's garage or car park (parking fees apply). Moreover, guests can also hire bicycles during their stay.
Rooms
The hotel offers guest rooms and suites, each with Apple iMac TV and computer, fresh air conditioning and floods of natural daylight from floor-to-ceiling windows which can be opened. Rooms are furnished with double beds. The en suite bathrooms are fitted with a walk-in power shower and mist-free mirror, luxury bathroom amenities from the White Company, and hairdryers, dressing gowns and slippers are provided as standard. Further in-room amenities include a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, radio, Internet access and a safe. There is also a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and an ironing set for added convenience. Central heating is a further standard feature in all accommodation.
Sports/Entertainment
The gym has the latest cardio-vascular equipment and a small circuit. Guests can also book themselves in for a massage treatment (fees apply). Houtrak Golf Club is about 15 km away.
Meals
The hotel serves a continental buffet breakfast. Lunch and dinner may be enjoyed from the a la carte or set menus. The SkyLounge offers classy, fresh, inspirational and alluringly presented cocktails with style and perfection from the dedicated SkyLounge team.
Payment
American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment at this hotel. Some debit cards are also accepted.
Misc.
The hotel requires a refundable key deposit upon check-in.
How to get there
From the central station: walk out of the station via the main entrance and turn left. Walk past the station building and by then guests can already see the hotel. Pass the bus station and after crossing the road the hotel will be on the left-hand side.
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