Hotel EsthereavscitizenM Amsterdam South
Both properties are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, citizenM Amsterdam scores marginally higher than Hotel Estherea. citizenM Amsterdam comes in at 86 with endorsements from 12 reviewers like Not For Tourists, Time Out and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Estherea Show All Reviews
Singel 303-309, Amsterdam 1012 WJ, The Netherlands
From $102/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Fitness Center
Michelin Guide
"The Estherea is a beautiful, elegant hotel full of charm."
Frommer's
"If you like to stay at elegant, not-too-big hotels, you're sure to be pleased by the Estheréa." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"An elegant, family-run hotel that has been in the same careful hands for more than 60 years."
Rough Guide
"Comfortable four-star converted from a couple of sympathetically modernized canal houses."
Star Service
"Born as a small post-war inn, the original owner's three grandchildren continue to operate this refined yet friendly hotel that bears a sensational traditional style and generally very high standards." Full review
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Note: Be sure to request one of the hotel's iPads at check-in, as these are a wellspring of information, and not just about the hotel's facilities, but also about the city and some fun off-the-beaten-path sights.
Time Out
"Spread over several charming canal houses at the epicentre of the elegant canal district, this private hotel has been run by the same family for decades." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Hotel Estheréa takes its beauty seriously – its prettiness gets plenty of attention from guests, with florals – live and textile – dominating, but not overwhelming, the decor." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Hotel Estherea takes a maximalist approach to its interior design, and treads the fine line between plush extravagance and gaudiness with aplomb." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Hotel Estheréa has an eccentric charm, created by décor that manages to be at once zany, plush, and warmly welcoming." Full review
Fodor's
"Flowery wallpaper, boldly upholstered furniture, antiques, and screaming crystal chandeliers are all put together harmoniously at this gorgeously designed and cozy, family-owned hotel." Full review
citizenM Amsterdam South Show All Reviews
Prinses Irenestraat 30, Amsterdam 1077WX, The Netherlands
From $71/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
- Business Center
Frommer's
"If you consider yourself a mobile citizen... of the world, this hotel could be the perfect Amsterdam node for you." Full review
Fodor's
"Trendy travelers on a budget will enjoy the cosmopolitan vibe, lavish public spaces, and airy guest rooms with their high-tech gadgetry." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The starship Enterprise meets fun boutique hotel. Check-in and -out is self-service (‘ambassadors’ are on hand to help) in the Vitra-designed lobby." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Across from Beatrix Park, CitizenM blends cutting-edge design and technology in 215 luxury rooms by the award-winning Dutch agency Concrete." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Budget, luxury and gadgets come together in this fun and futuristic hotel."
Michelin Guide
"The M in Citizen M stands for mobile: this slightly eccentric hotel focuses on independent travellers open to new concepts."
Not For Tourists
"The first design hotel where you feel at home!"
Jetsetter
"Style-savvy crash pad with buzzy lounges, conceived by Amsterdam's trailblazing Concrete design agency." Full review
Gayot
"A high-tech concept hotel that delivers affordable modern luxury."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Designer chic meets capsule-hotel, though with ample space, classier fittings and a hipper atmosphere than you’d expect, attracting budget-conscious people with an eye for style." Full review