Hotel Seven one SevenvsSofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam
Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Seven one Seven ranks significantly better than Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam. Hotel Seven one Seven has a TripExpert Score of 92 with recommendations from 19 sources including Travel + Leisure, DK Eyewitness and Rough Guide.
Hotel Seven one Seven Show All Reviews
Prinsengracht 717, Amsterdam 1017 JW, The Netherlands
From $247/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"Money is no object, you're so over minimalism, and you want an intimate place to stay."
Insight Guides
"From the outside the 717 looks like a lawyer’s office, but inside is the ultimate indulgent guesthouse."
Fodor's
"Guest rooms in this intimate 19th-century house are each named for a different composer or writer and reflect the eye of a discerning designer." Full review
Jetsetter
"At the nine-room Seven One Seven hotel, nothing seems to be too much trouble for the small team of immaculately starched staff."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This is one of the most wonderful hotels in Amsterdam – designed, boutiqued and simply breathtaking." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located in a 17th-century manor house built for a wealthy sugar merchant, the Seven One Seven hotel contains nine opulent guest rooms named after famous European artists." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Small and expensive, this is one of Amsterdam’s luxurious secrets."
Rough Guide
"Very exclusive canal house hotel with just eight suites, all individually designed. Great, large spaces, beautifully conceived, and perhaps the most luxurious small hotel in the city."
Michelin Guide
"Attractive 18C house converted into an intimate and select place to stay. The guestrooms are veritable gems."
Star Service
"This hotel lies just off the tram line, near Vijzelstraat, museums and entertainment." Full review
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Air-conditioning is in place, and fans can be delivered to rooms upon request.
Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam Show All Reviews
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197, Amsterdam 1012 EX, The Netherlands
From $221/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Individually styled and furnished rooms reflect the different phases of the building's past and are the last word in plush." Full review
Insight Guides
"It’s seriously swish, with an indoor pool, sauna, spa, rooms with perfect canal views and a gourmet French restaurant."
Fodor's
"Beyond the neoclassical courtyard and carved marble pediments is a haven of style and luxury, a stunning symphony of color and chic furniture." Full review
Lonely Planet
"You may feel a bit royal yourself as you wander through the cavernous lobby, grandiose public spaces and stained-glassed stairwells." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Sofitel is an upscale property in the heart of the Old Center." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This historic Amsterdam building dates back to 1578 and served as a convent and City Hall before becoming the Grand hotel, and then Sofitel Legend in 2010." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Once inside the courtyard, guests are cocooned in luxury. Everything you expect from a deluxe hotel is here: marble bathrooms, spacious rooms and discreet service."
Michelin Guide
"Maria de Medici once stayed in this superb historic building, formerly Amsterdam's town hall. Stylish, refurbished guestrooms, lounges and a beautiful courtyard."
Star Service
"It certainly has the provenance to impress." Full review
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Superiors are the standard category, but many face the canal so be sure to request these in advance.
Time Out
"Steeped in centuries of history, this hotel began life as a staging post for royals in the Golden Age, and has also been Amsterdam's town hall." Full review