Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam AmericanvsKimpton De Witt Amsterdam
Both American Hotel Amsterdam and Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, American Hotel Amsterdam scores slightly higher than Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam. American Hotel Amsterdam ranks #24 in Amsterdam with endorsements from 9 publications including Michelin Guide, Time Out and Lonely Planet.
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
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 5, Amsterdam 1012 RC, The Netherlands
From $152/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Relaxed luxury is perhaps the best way to describe this fine hotel two blocks from Centraal Station." Full review
Michelin Guide
"This fully renovated member of a hotel chain has modern, functional rooms. It also offers a sauna, gym, meeting rooms and valet parking."
Star Service
"Clean, crisp and modern, it is a sleek option situated in a rather drab modern brick building incorporating two historic row houses." Full review
Wallpaper
"As its devoted fans will tell you, the Kimpton group can usually be relied on to deliver interesting hotels with lively interiors and quirkiness in equal measure." Full review
Jetsetter
"Kimpton's design-centric European debut, steps from the central station." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The first Kimpton hotel to open in Europe and the location is one of the most convenient in Amsterdam—just a short walk from Centraal Station." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This 1980s building, which also incorporates two 17th-century houses, is in a busy spot...the décor is contemporary, edgy and colourful – and service is efficient, with thoughtful attention to detail." Full review
Frommer's
"This hotel is exceedingly convenient. But it’s the friendly, prompt service that make it a real standout...a marvelous blend of stylish contemporary Dutch design with period accents. " Full review
Frommer's
"This hotel is exceedingly convenient. But it’s the friendly, prompt service that make it a real standout...rooms are spacious and blissfully quiet, with comfortable beds" Full review
Michelin Guide
"Most of the guest rooms are found in the building’s modern segment...De Witt has devoted plentiful square footage to its lobby lounge, which spills into an outdoor atrium. " Full review