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Catalonia Vondel AmsterdamvsW Amsterdam
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel Vondel ranks significantly better than W Amsterdam. Hotel Vondel has a TripExpert Score of 87 with praise from 10 sources like DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Catalonia Vondel Amsterdam
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Oyster
The Telegraph
Vondelstraat 26, City Centre - Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam 1054 GD , The Netherlands
From $54/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "Communal areas, bedrooms and conference room in a decidedly contemporary style."
Frommer's "Even the smallest rooms -- some are small even by Dutch standards -- utilize clever design to maximize the available space, so they don't feel cramped." Full review
Fodor's "Everything about this hip hostelry instills calm, from the light-and-flower-filled lounges with their sumptuous couches to the garden." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Eighty-six rooms occupy seven 19th-century mansions to form Hotel Vondel, which is installed in the museum district of the Dutch capitol." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Near the museums and designer shops, this stylish non-smoking place is decorated throughout with art, and it appeals to a chic crowd."
Star Service "This eclectic outpost is composed of seven pretty brick town houses and presents visitors with one of the most sophisticated boutique backgrounds in the city." Full review
Time Out "Another hidden gem near museums and upmarket shopping opportunities, this thoroughly chic place is covered with art and boasts a lovely decked garden." Full review
Lonely Planet "Rooms have a dark and subdued calm with comfy decor (lots of plush grey), and guests can lounge next to goldfish and koi ponds in the Zen-like back gardens." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The 86-room Hotel Vondel is an upscale boutique, part of a small Dutch chain, located on a narrow street near Vondelpark across from a row of 18th century townhomes." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A good choice for a mixed-bag, cram-it-all-in short stay." Full review
W Amsterdam Fodor's
Wallpaper
Condé Nast Traveler The Telegraph Oyster Lonely Planet
Forbes Travel Guide
Spuistraat 175, 1012 VN Amsterdam, The Netherlands
From $295/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Scheduled to open in September 2015, the first Amsterdam location of the W hotel chain will inhabit a former telephone exchange building and bank just behind the Royal Palace." Full review
Wallpaper "Incorporates custom fittings by local producers and takes inspiration from the building's former life as a telephone exchange, bringing a touch of the city to each of the 217 rooms and 21 suites." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A decidedly modern hotel split between two historic buildings near Dam Square." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"W boasts space, style and edgy design, while bringing a touch of New York pizazz and snap-to-it service to Amsterdam." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The four-and-a-half-pearl W Amsterdam is a fantastic luxury property with 238 rooms spread over two beautiful, historic buildings right in the center of Amsterdam." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
" Its 238 rooms (including connecting family rooms and 28 suites) combine design and vintage elements; there's a state-of-the-art spa, a gym, an amazing rooftop lap pool, restaurants and bars." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Situated just steps away from the Royal Palace
and Dam Square, W Amsterdam effortlessly mixes hip design with Dutch heritage." Full review
