De L'Europe AmsterdamvsHard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American
Both properties are praised by professionals. On balance, De L'Europe Amsterdam is the choice of most professionals compared to American Hotel Amsterdam. De L'Europe Amsterdam scores 85 with accolades from 15 reviewers like Concierge, Afar Magazine and Star Service.
De L'Europe Amsterdam Show All Reviews
Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2 - 14, Amsterdam 1012 CP, The Netherlands
From $386/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"A long-established grande dame hotel parked on the Amstel River, 111-room L'Europe has undergone a zealous renovation plan that has paid off."
Fodor's
"All guests will relish the reproductions of Dutch masters, handsome carpets, and all sorts of other luxuries." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Hotel De L'Europe is a longstanding, luxury property perched along the Amstel River." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This landmark hotel with fabulous views over the Amstel has top-of-the-range suites, and these, as well as more workaday rooms, are luxuriously decorated with drapes and chandeliers."
Rough Guide
"One of the city’s top hotels, and retaining a wonderful fin-de-siècle charm, with large, well-furnished rooms, an attractive riverside terrace and a great central location."
Michelin Guide
"This luxury hotel, which dates back to the end of the 19C, offers a chic combination of charm and tradition."
Star Service
"In a picturesque setting jutting out into the Amstel River and overlooking the Mint Tower, this is the top stop in Amsterdam for traditionalists in search of some old fashioned protocol." Full review
Time Out
"A luxury landmark with fabulous views across the Amstel, this is the place to head for an indulgent splurge or a honeymoon hideaway." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Mixes classical elements (glass chandeliers, doorkeepers in top hats) with whimsical Dutch design." Full review
Afar Magazine
"A red-and-white brick landmark crowning the intersection of the Amstel River and several canals, the hotel bridges old and new visions of luxury." Full review
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