Best 5 star hotel in Amsterdam?
Jul 20, 2011, 4:26 am
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Go for the Amstel but be aware they might still be working on the canal / bridge outside so the view isn't what it once was.
Jul 20, 2011, 8:28 am
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Pulitzer and Amstel are OK, not great. Of the two Pulitzer arguably better location and more unique as it is a row of houses (rooms awkward), the Amstel is the most grand. I almost always stay at the Dylan when I can - but thats more a "cool" spot and more NY style. Not everyone's taste, and also not the uber-5* many people are after, but none in Amsterdam are.
I had heard good things about Sofitel, but never been. Otherwise with the renovation L'Europe sounds like the one I will try next time.
I had heard good things about Sofitel, but never been. Otherwise with the renovation L'Europe sounds like the one I will try next time.
Jul 20, 2011, 8:35 am
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Darling - two recommendations from my stable - neither are 5 but a 4** most definitely
1) Ambassade on the Herrengracht is simply delightful
2) Crowne Plaza is wonderfully situation, maginificently run and maintained and has an excellent - truly excellent restaurant.
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1) Ambassade on the Herrengracht is simply delightful
2) Crowne Plaza is wonderfully situation, maginificently run and maintained and has an excellent - truly excellent restaurant.
XXX
Jul 20, 2011, 8:39 am
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The Crowne Plaza is indeed an excellent property. Not 5 star, but a good 4 star and very centrally located less than 5 minutes walk from Central Station.
The only thing I don't like is that the windows don't open so it feels a bit more clinical than those properties where you can open windows and feel the atmosphere.
L'Europe did look rather special when I passed it recently and the balconies would be a major attraction for me. Unfortunately the nightly room rate is not!!
The only thing I don't like is that the windows don't open so it feels a bit more clinical than those properties where you can open windows and feel the atmosphere.
L'Europe did look rather special when I passed it recently and the balconies would be a major attraction for me. Unfortunately the nightly room rate is not!!
Jul 20, 2011, 8:40 am
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Many of the rooms at the Pulitzer I would not find acceptable in a 4* property. Even the suites can be a little poor (well the ones I have stayed in) with poor AC, a small floor area and poor bathrooms. I have had problems with staff attitude at the front desk and concierge desk too. The location is very good though but breakfast is an absolute zoo.
Jul 21, 2011, 2:13 pm
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I had a lovely suite at the corner of the 2nd floor at the Amstel....well worth the overpriced rate, but terrible in-house restaurant and poor restaurant recommendations by the concierge....and for all but one of my stays, I have had a lovely room at the Pullitzer (you can always ask them in advance.....they are very helpful).....also, the concierge's desk is excellent. Excellent restaurant around the corner from the Pullitzer too....Bussia.
Jul 24, 2011, 3:11 pm
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The Pulitzer has a few lovely suites, but it's a 4* business hotel at heart.
Jul 26, 2011, 2:38 am
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The Crowne Plaza is indeed an excellent property. Not 5 star, but a good 4 star and very centrally located less than 5 minutes walk from Central Station.
The only thing I don't like is that the windows don't open so it feels a bit more clinical than those properties where you can open windows and feel the atmosphere.
L'Europe did look rather special when I passed it recently and the balconies would be a major attraction for me. Unfortunately the nightly room rate is not!!
The only thing I don't like is that the windows don't open so it feels a bit more clinical than those properties where you can open windows and feel the atmosphere.
L'Europe did look rather special when I passed it recently and the balconies would be a major attraction for me. Unfortunately the nightly room rate is not!!
If your wallet can stand it I'd recommend Hotel Seven One Seven.
Aug 3, 2011, 10:12 am
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I have been there a few times, last one 2 years ago. I think its awful, stuffy overpriced and certainly not 5*. Lots of nickle and diming on WiFi, access to health centre etc. I can only hope it has improved.
Aug 3, 2011, 3:49 pm
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I adore the Ambassade, and it is my hotel of choice. Agreed, not 4*, but they always make me feel welcome and the location is great.
Aug 8, 2011, 12:13 pm
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