Due to its excellent location, this is a very popular hotel but with limited rooms it is more ideal for individual travellers than groups. 061107JG
The hotel consists of several old houses which have been joined together.
Recently renovated, the lobby is a lot more modern and much brighter with marble floor and pale colours. The reception desk is in wood and steel.
This luxury hotel is situated at the best location in town, right at Dam Square in the heart of the city centre near the Royal Palace and Madame Tussaud's. An abundance of shops, including designer boutiques, are to be found close to the hotel. Restaurants, bars as well as public transport connections are all in the immediate vicinity. The main railway station, Amsterdam Centraal, is within easy walking distance.
Built in 1986 and renovated in 2004, the 6-storey hotel comprises 109 rooms, which includes 95 doubles and 14 suites. A pleasant lobby with a 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange desk, a conference room and lifts are all available to guests. Dining options include a cafe, an inviting bar and an air-conditioned a la carte restaurant. In addition, guests may gain access to the Internet and room, laundry and medical services are on offer.
General information:Enjoy contemporary luxury in an excellent location, adjacent to the famous Dam Square in the heart of Amsterdam. Behind its historical faade of 19th century buildings, the hotel offers appealing, modern-styled, soundproofed and air-conditioned guest rooms, which provide a calm, comfortable oasis of quiet amidst the hum of the busy city outside. The Royal Palace, shopping areas, theatres and the nightlife are just around the corner. Exploring the rest of city and country could not be simpler, with the Central Railway Station and Metro within easy walking distance, as well as convenient Tram stops just in front and to the back of the hotel.Location:Located in the heart of Amsterdam, next to the Royal Palace, the Swissotel Amsterdam overlooks Dam Square offering entertainment and shopping within walking distance unlike any in the world. Amsterdam Central train station is only a five minute walk from the hotel. It is simply the most centrally located hotel in Amsterdam.Area detail:The Royal Palace, shopping areas, theatres and the nightlife are just around the corner. Exploring the rest of city and country could not be simpler, with the Central Railway Station and Metro within easy walking distance, as well as convenient Tram stops just in front and to the back of the hotel.Just 7 minutes walking from the Central Train Station. Fine Restaurants, night clubs and bars within walking distance.Recreation:The hotel facilities have bar/lounge, fitness center, business center and golf course 18 holes.The modern styled restaurant Dam Plaza is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.The breakfast buffet is served from 6:30 am till 10:30 am on Monday - Friday and in the weekends from 7:00 am - 11:00 am. After breakfast, the restaurant is open till midnight and offers a variety of sandwiches, soups, salads, fish and meat dishes, and pastas. Besides a bite to eat, you can also relax while enjoying a cup of coffee or a nice glass of wine.This year is the first year you may find terraces all year round in Amsterdam. In Summer enjoy a refreshing drink on our terrace, while in Winter time you may keep yourself warm with a hot chocolate while enjoying all the activities on Dam square.Rooms:King, queen or twin beds Air conditioning LAN connection Wireless high-speed Internet connection to 3 phone lines Voice mail Movie and music on-demand Coffee & tea making facilities Mini bar Working desk with ergonomic chair Safe (with electronic plug inside) Iron and ironing board Hair dryer Bathrobe Special soundproofed windows Non-smoking rooms available Connecting rooms available
Rooms with marble bathrooms, tea and coffeee makers, direct dial phone, radio and safe. 24 hrs room service, car rental, currency exchange, laundry. Conference room capacity-up to 45 pax, family policy (1 child free up to 12).
Renovations in 2004.
The Swissotel - Amsterdam is a superior, deluxe class hotel located in the center of the city and 12 miles from Schiphol International Airport. The Swissotel Amsterdam provides easy access to many area attractions as well as public transportation. Behind the historical facade of 19th century buildings, 106 tastefully decorated rooms were built to accommodate any guests selective taste. Due to its intimate size and the personalized service, every guest will automatically feel at home.
All the guestrooms are equipped with the comforts and amenities the contemporary traveler expects to find in a first class hotel. Each guestroom is fully air conditioned and soundproofed to provide a calm and comfortable oasis of quiet, amidst the hum of the busy city. These rooms are decorated in a modern decor with smart appointments that are sure to provide a comfortable and relaxing setting. All of the rooms have been designed to meet the needs of both the leisure guest as well as the business traveler. The Swissotel Amsterdam is minutes to fine dining, shopping and extraordinary entertainment venues.