Amsterdam

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Where to stay in Amsterdam

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Amsterdam City Centre

Nieuwmarkt Square and Rembrandt House Museum are a few top attractions in Amsterdam City Centre. Hop around the city on the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, charming cafes, and popular shops.

Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam Tulip Museum showing street scenes and signage as well as a small group of people

Jordaan

Upscale modern art galleries thrive in this historic area, while markets bustle at Noordermarkt, Westerstraat, and Lindengracht. Explore tranquil gardens and hidden courtyards (hofjes), or visit the Anne Frank House nearby.

Jordaan
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Canal Ring

Discover Amsterdam's Grachtengordel, where 17th-century canal homes and small bridges adorn the Singel, Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht canals. Visit the Anne Frank House and other nearby museums for a rich cultural experience.

Canal Ring
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Old Town Amsterdam

Historical city centre with a majority of landmarks, Amsterdam-Centrum boasts the UNESCO-listed canal belt and consists of fourteen distinct neighborhoods. Explore the charming streets and immerse yourself in the rich history.

Old Town Amsterdam
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Amsterdam South

Spend some time visiting places like Shopping Center Gelderlandplein while getting to know Amsterdam South, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Boelelaan - Vrije Universiteit Stop or Parnassusweg Stop to see more of the area.

Amsterdam South
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Museum Quarter

In the heart of Amsterdam-Zuid, Museumkwartier boasts major museums like Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk Museum, and Van Gogh Museum. Enjoy concerts at Concertgebouw, unwind in Vondelpark, and access tram lines 2, 3, 5, 12, 16, and 24.

Museum Quarter
citizenM Schiphol Airport
citizenM Schiphol Airport
4 out of 5
Jan Plezierweg 2, Schiphol
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 419 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
SAR 419
SAR 483 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Schiphol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,862 reviews)
"Easy walk from and to Amsterdam airport"

Reviewed on 24 January 2025

citizenM Schiphol Airport
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
4 out of 5
Amstelvlietstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is SAR 347 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
SAR 347
SAR 421 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,116 reviews)
"This hotel I didn’t like at the beginning. Everything done online and self check in and check out. It is a very heavy on tech including the garage for the parking. You need to install an app that you pay for and every time you exit or enter you need Internet to connect to the app and open/exit. That ..."

Reviewed on 26 January 2025

Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Eden Hotel Amsterdam
Eden Hotel Amsterdam
4 out of 5
Amstel 144, Amsterdam
The price is SAR 424 per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
SAR 424
SAR 516 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,201 reviews)
"The hotel was well organised and staff were very helpful. Loved the location especially since the back entrance leads to the stores and Christmas Market. it was so convenient!"

Reviewed on 24 January 2025

Eden Hotel Amsterdam
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cityden Zuidas
Cityden Zuidas
4 out of 5
Professor J.H. Bavincklaan 3, Amstelveen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (939 reviews)
"Nice room, nice bathroom, it comes with free red wine, even though I don’t drink wine, but I appreciate for the gift. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Cityden Zuidas
The July - Boat & Co
The July - Boat & Co
4 out of 5
500 Revaleiland, Amsterdam, NH
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (219 reviews)
"Really nice apartment interior, and right next to the river. Quiet and cosy, a nice touch would be some blankets for when you’re on the couch and some complimentary beverages in the fridge. All in all, friendly and helpful reception staff. Decent menu and good choice of food, Would stay again"

Reviewed on 25 January 2025

The July - Boat & Co
Corendon Apartments Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel
Corendon Apartments Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
285 Schipholweg, Badhoevedorp, NH
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Badhoevedorp. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (346 reviews)
"There is a handy shuttle from airport to hotel and then if you want to go into town you can shuttle back to airport and catch the train that goes directly from airport to anywhere in town you want to go. Very handy."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Corendon Apartments Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Amsterdam

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love you Amsterdam.! I will visit you again and love you despite how much others make me feel otherwise about you.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I have planned this trip my whole life. I have relatives in Friesland and Groneigen and my grandparents and mother were born in the Netherlands. Although we have not it to the Netherlands yet due to the coronavirus the checked off sites I visited

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very disappointed the museums were closed due to COVID-19, but did get to take a canal tour, Brussels trip, and tour of the countryside. Will be back soon to see the museums, my sole purpose for going to Amsterdam.

5/5 - Excellent

Ocprtony

My favorite place in the world! A must visit if you have not been here

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I really hope to come back some day and enjoy the city. I'm sure it's wonderful. All of the museums shut down, and now the country is basically under lock down, so we just had bad timing.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

This is what the tourist industry calls a 3 day city. you can see most of the major sites in three days. Too much emphasis on weed and the bike lanes, plus tram lanes, plus cars make it very challenging with kids.

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