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Clogs, canals and colourful tulips might be what first spring to mind when thinking of Amsterdam but the cool capital of the Netherlands has a lot more to offer than stereotypes. Anne Frank’s House, the incredible Rijksmuseum and lively Albert Cuyp outdoor market are just a few.
Known as the Venice of the North, this beautiful urban paradise has over 1,500 bridges that arch over the glistening canals criss-crossing the city. Thousands of beautiful historic buildings and medieval wooden houses pepper this charming European capital. The Canal Ring area is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the place to find the best night spots, while the area of Jordaan is filled with stylish boutiques and hip art galleries. Relax in the lush green of Vondelpark in the South of the city and wander the medieval centre where you’ll stumble upon the famous coffee shops and eye-opening Red Light District.
Amsterdam hotels run into the hundreds. Budget options can be found, alongside some of the most expense hotels on the continent. For budget hostels head for the historic centre, many are close to the central train station and in the southern Museum Quarter. For boutique accommodation the Canal Ring comes up trumps and is great if you want to be near the nightlife. Jordaan offers some exclusive options but with higher prices. The cheapest rooms can be found in the hostels of the Red Light District. The NH Doelene Hotel is Amsterdam’s oldest and rests on the banks of the calming Amstel River in the old centre.
Make like a local and hire a bicycle for the best way to tour Amsterdam. Alternatively, boats and gondolas offer a slower pace of life. However you choose to travel, Amsterdam won’t fail to captivate.
Did you know...?
A cultured lot the locals must be given that there are more museums per square meter in Amsterdam than anywhere else in the world. Quirky themes range from bottles, torture, cats, erotica and spectacles.
With cycling being the most popular mode of transport in Amsterdam, it’s no surprise that there are over 1 million bicycles in the capital. What is surprising is that there are only around 700,000 people!
Don’t let it put you off visiting, but Amsterdam is entirely constructed on giant wooden stakes driven deep into the ground. Central Station alone has 6000 holding it up!
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This affordable hotel is in Amsterdam's Amsterdam-Centrum, a few minutes from Casa Rosso, Nieuwmarkt and Defence Line of Amsterdam. It is situated less than a 10-minute walk from Hash, Marihuana & Hemp Museum and Binnenstad.The Travel Hotel offers a convenient 24-hour reception as well as a safe and luggage storage. An internet connection is available for guests wishing to remain connected while on the road. The staff will gladly recommend local restaurants and attractions.Each large room at the Travel Hotel is equipped with a DVD player, a hair dryer and a TV.The Travel Hotel is within easy reach of Amsterdam’s popular restaurants, clubs and nightlife. Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder is within a two-minute walk of the hotel.more
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In Amsterdam’s Amsterdam Nieuw-West, the Nieuw Slotania Hotel offers good value accommodation. Rooms are air conditioned and internet access is provided free of charge.The Nieuw Slotania Hotel offers a convenient 24-hour reception as well as a lift, a concierge and a safe. It also features free Wi-Fi, babysitting / child services and a laundry service. The hotel's on-site restaurant is open for breakfast.The rooms at the Nieuw Slotania Hotel have cable / satellite channels, a TV and a private bathroom. A telephone and a hair dryer can be found in each room of the hotel. There are several oversized rooms designed to accommodate families.With a relaxing setting, the Nieuw Slotania Hotel's on-site bar offers a choice of premium drinks.Attractions near the Nieuw Slotania Hotel include the Anne Frank House, Melkweg and Concertgebouw. The Holland Casino Amsterdam, Boom Chicago and Fijnhout Theater are a 20 minute drive away.more
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The Trianon Hotel Amsterdam is ideally located for sightseeing in Amsterdam-Zuid, with Concertgebouw only a few minutes away and Van Gogh Museum and Musee Municipal d'Art Moderne Stedelijk Museum within a five minute walk. Free Wi-Fi internet is available for all guests.The Trianon Hotel Amsterdam offers a convenient 24-hour reception as well as a safe, a laundry service and a lift. It also features luggage storage and laundry facilities. In addition, staff at the service desk will be happy to book tours and tickets and provide guests with local advice and information.Each room features an ensuite bathroom complete with a hair dryer and a shower. An alarm clock, a telephone and cable / satellite channels can be found in each room of the hotel.Savour International dishes for lunch and dinner, and start the morning with a buffet or a continental breakfast each day. For those preferring to dine out, there are a number of dining options a short stroll from the hotel.Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is under a 20-minute drive from the Trianon Hotel Amsterdam. The city centre, Vondelpark, Rijksmuseum and Theater Bellevue are within a 20 minute walk of the hotel.more
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