Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam AmericanvsAmsterdam Wiechmann Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, American Hotel Amsterdam ranks slightly better than Amsterdam Wiechmann Hotel. American Hotel Amsterdam has a TripExpert Score of 81 with approval from 9 publications like Frommer's, Jetsetter and Not For Tourists.
Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American
Leidsekade 97, Amsterdam 1017 PN, The Netherlands
From $126/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Its impressive frontage has a real majestic air."
Lonely Planet
"You can't get closer to the action than this, right off Leidseplein and a quick walk to the Museum Quarter." Full review
Rough Guide
"Landmark Art Deco hotel just off Leidseplein that dates from 1900, though the bedrooms themselves are mostly kitted out in standard modern style."
Star Service
"The Amsterdam American Hotel was built in 1900 and is officially listed as a historic monument." Full review
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Management can be hard to reach for special requests, but the enthusiastic staff contributes to the youthful, vibrant atmosphere.
Time Out
"A dazzling art nouveau monument that's looking extra spruce now that a fountain has been added to its terrace, the public areas here... are all eye-pleasers." Full review
Fodor's
"Newlyweds might want to indulge in the Mata Hari Honeymoon Suite, which is named after the spy fatale who celebrated her wedding here." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Very old (fashioned), have a look inside."
Jetsetter
"An elegant, stylish guest room at a lovely hotel on one of Amsterdam's most popular and central squares." Full review
Frommer's
"Amsterdam's iconic American Hotel is an Art Nouveau confection that dominates the buzzing plaza of Leidseplein, right in the heart of the city's bar-and-club action" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The gorgeous Amsterdam American Hotel got its name because the founder of the original hotel, CAA (Cornelis Alidus Anne) Steinigeweg, spent many years in the USA and helped establish a Dutch settlement on Grand Island, New York." Full review
Amsterdam Wiechmann Hotel
Prinsengracht 328-332, Amsterdam 1016 HX, The Netherlands
From $59/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Multilingual
Frommer's
"It takes only a moment to feel at home in the antiques-adorned Wiechmann, a classic, comfortable sort of place, despite the suit of armor you encounter just inside the front door." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This family-run hotel occupies three houses in a marvellous canalside location." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A cosy little place ideal for exploring the Jordaan, Wiechmann combines its old-fashioned charm with modern touches like (free) Wi-Fi Internet."
Rough Guide
"Family-run for over fifty years, this hotel occupies an attractively restored canal house close to the Anne Frank Huis, with dark wooden beams and restrained style throughout."
Time Out
"Retro touches from every era, from a suit of armour in the reception to 1950s teapots and toasters in the breakfast room, adorn this rather eccentric, long-established hotel." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"At the confluence of two canals in Amsterdam's Canal Ring, the Hotel Wiechmann has a picturesque and convenient location in walking distance to major attractions." Full review
Fodor's
"A maze of hallways through three canalside buildings at this charming family-run hotel leads to guest rooms of wildly varying sizes." Full review