Directly located on the lively Leidseplein, this stunning 4-star hotel is Amsterdam's most famous art nouveau hotel, combining historic charm with modern luxury.
From its classic exterior with tower to stained glass windows and interior wall paintings, art nouveau architectural and decorative features are present throughout the hotel and carry into the cosy rooms. The Grand Café America serves delicious meals under its stunning arched roof, extending service onto the terrace in the summer.
Location, location, location… it doesn’t get any better than this. Amsterdam’s most popular bars, restaurants, clubs and shopping streets are right on your doorstep. The famous Rijksmuseum, van Gogh Museum and the beautiful Vondel Park are within walking distance. Come and discover this sensational city in style…
Number of Rooms:175, Ichotelsgroup
HOTEL FACILITIES
General
Gay Friendly, Luggage Storage, Heating, Safety Deposit Box, Elevator, Non-Smoking Rooms, Terrace, Newspapers, 24-Hour Front Desk, Bar, Restaurant
Activities
Massage, Solarium, Fitness Centre, Sauna
Services
Ticket Service, Fax/Photocopying, Tour Desk, Packed Lunches, Shoe Shine, Currency Exchange, Internet Services, Bridal Suite, Ironing Service, Breakfast in the Room, VIP Room Facilities, Dry Cleaning, Laundry, Babysitting/Child Services, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service
Location
Old Town, Near Exhibition Centre, Near Subway, University, Panoramic View, Park, Near Train Station, Near Airport, Near Highway, Museum Area, Shopping Centre, City Centre
Hotel information
The 4-star Amsterdam American Hotel is situated right on the lively Leidseplein, it has its own boat landing and features rooms with views of the canal or the Leidseplein. Built in 1900, using original Art Nouveau architectural style, the decorative features can be found in the cafe, public areas and some of the 175 non-smoking rooms.
Hotel guests are invited to make use of our fitness and sauna facilities, free of charge.
Food & Beverage
The Café American is opened for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake. Dinner can be enjoyed in a classical setting under Tiffany lamps and original wall paintings, featuring scenes from Shakespeare’s 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.
On Sunday, a lively Jazz Brunch is served from 12:30 to 15:30.
High Tea is available every Saturday and is served from 14:00 to 17:00.
The Bar American offers award winning cocktails or the famous ‘biertje’ with Dutch snacks.
A monthly changing seasonal 3-course menu is also offered, along with other seasonal dishes. The kitchen is opened until 22:00.
The Café American is opened from Monday to Friday between 06:30 and 23:30. On Saturday and Sunday is opened from 07:00 until 23:30.
The cosy Nightwatch Bar is popular with both hotel guests and ‘Amsterdammers’ alike. The Bar American is open from 17:00 until 01:00.
Area information
The hotel is ideally situated in the very heart of the city, the Leidseplein. This is the perfect location for visiting the main museums, cinemas, theatres, bars, restaurants and major shopping areas.
The Van Gogh museum, Rijksmuseum, PC Hoofdstraat and the Vondelpark are all just a short stroll away. The Holland Casino and Hard Rock Café are also just a stone’s throw away.
Travel information
Arriving by car:
- Drive along the A4 highway (E10).
- Take exit Zaanstad, then exit Osdorp (S-106).
- Turn right and follow the road, passing the Surinameplein. At this roundabout, keep going straight on.
- Turn to the left and cross the Kostverlorenvaart bridge. Turn left on the Overtoom. At the end of the Overtoom, turn left into the Stadthouderskade.
- Cross the 1st bridge on the right and then the 2nd street, Marnixstraat, onto the Leidsekade. The hotel is on your left.
Public transport:
The Connexxion shuttle bus to and from Schiphol Airport stops only 50 metres from the hotel entrance and departs approximately every 20 minutes. Tickets can be purchased on the bus or with the concierge.
Trams 1, 2, 5 (coming from Central Station) and 6, 7, 10 stop directly in front of the hotel. Tickets can be bought on board or with the concierge.
Comments
A valid ID or passport is required upon check-in.
Check-in starts at 15:00. The only way to guarantee an early arrival is to reserve the room for the night before.
Check-out is at 12 noon. We kindly request you to take this time into consideration. If you would like to keep the room longer than 12 noon, there will be an automatic charge of EUR 25 (excluding 5% city tax) per hour, until 16:00. After 16:00, our daily room rate will apply.
If an advanced departure takes place (a so-called early check out), the first following night will be charged extra, with the exception of congress and event periods wherein the entire stay will be charged.
While some drugs are legalized in The Netherlands, drugs are not permitted anywhere on the Hotel’s premises. If this rule is violated, we will charge an extra EUR 150 to your account.
Please note:
- Reservations of 9 or more rooms will have different cancellation policies, as this concerns a group booking. Cancellations must be made before 16:00 on the day before arrival.
- For payments by cash a deposit of EUR 90 per person per night is compulsory
General
CancellationIf cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Prepay PolicyNo deposit will be charged.
