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Sofitel Legend The Grand AmsterdamvsHotel V Frederiksplein
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam is preferred by most writers compared to Hotel V Frederiksplein. Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam is ranked #12 in Amsterdam with praise from 14 reviews like Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Gayot.
Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam
Frommer's
Insight Guides
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
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Michelin Guide
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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
OysterLuxury
"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
Hotel V Frederiksplein Oyster Fodor's
The Telegraph
goop Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
Weteringschans 136, Amsterdam 1017 XV , The Netherlands
From $53/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
OysterMid-Range
"This mid-range hotel is located on the outer edge of the popular Canal Ring neighborhood, just north of De Pijp." Full review
Fodor's "These exquisitely designed lounges and guest rooms are a pleasure to experience." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A funky, stylish hotel that attracts hip weekenders, media and design folk." Full review
goop "The rooms themselves are a welcome place to settle in for a few days, with comfortable beds, cool bathrooms, and (worth mentioning since it’s such a game-changer) excellent shower pressure." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"With soothing, leafy views over lush Frederiksplein, but a quick shimmy from the bars and restaurants of Utrechtsestraat, Hotel V exudes a style that's well above its price bracket." Full review
Michelin Guide "Rooms are thoughtfully decorated with flat-screen TVs, rainfall showers, and cozy leather arm chairs. The business center features two large Apple iMacs and a private meeting space, and bike rentals" Full review
