Waldorf Astoria AmsterdamvsW Amsterdam
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, W Amsterdam ranks slightly better than Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam. W Amsterdam scores 82 with accolades from 7 publications such as Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Forbes Travel Guide.
Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam Show All Reviews
Herengracht 542-556, Amsterdam 1017 CG, The Netherlands
From $520/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Star Service
"This place is certainly a contender at the top, right alongside the D L'Europe and InterContinental." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Six grand 17th- and 18th-century townhouses were combined to create 93 stylish rooms on the prestigious Herengract, just a 10-minute walk from Museumplein." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The iconic brand took six 17th- and 18th-century canal houses...and transformed them into a distinctively Dutch version of world-class luxury." Full review
Wallpaper
"While Amsterdam has boutique lodgings aplenty, few are truly luxurious - which explains the anticipation surrounding the Waldorf Astoria." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Complete with a grand staircase, this truly remarkable collection of canal mansions is an immaculately designed hotel." Full review
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With 93 rooms and suites to choose from, each comes with a view of either the canal or the beautiful courtyard garden.
Fodor's
"Spacious rooms are sophisticated if a tad bland, though the beam-ceilinged loft rooms offer a little more character; all rooms have either a canal or garden view." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The Guerlain Spa at the Waldorf goes beyond relaxation—this is the kind of place where "revitalization" is offered, and achieved." Full review
Jetsetter
"Decadent Dutch Master set in 17th-century palaces on the Herengracht canal, with a two-Michelin-starred restaurant and a Guerlain spa." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Six magnificent canalside mansions converted with grace, a sensitive attitude to heritage (many 17th- and 18th-century features remain), and a careful eye to contemporary luxury and style." Full review
goop
"Spread out over six stunning buildings on the banks of one of Amsterdam’s most memorable canals, the Waldorf Astoria is just as much a historic landmark as it is a supremely plush place to stay." Full review
W Amsterdam
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 Telegraph
9.0
"W boasts space, style and edgy design, while bringing a touch of New York pizazz and snap-to-it service to Amsterdam." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"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 Planet
Top 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