Best Urban Hotels in The Netherlands

The Ink Hotel Amsterdam occupies the old headquarters of the newspaper De Tijd and this unique heritage runs through the hotel’s interior and atmosphere. The hotel playfully describes itself as a place “where stories are yet to be written” and one can easily see why as the hotel’s excellent location in central Amsterdam thrusts guests right into the heart of the city. The hotel interior is open and modern, its 149 rooms designed by Concrete architects are welcoming and well-equipped. The hotel’s courtyard, which is inspired by the gardens of Amsterdam provides a space for guests to relax in peace as does the hotels garden room, lounge and fully equipped fitness centre. The Pressman bar and restaurant provide guests with an exquisite dining experience and excellent cocktails, all in a space meant to replicate the distinctive buzz of a newspaper pressroom.

This stunning 19th century house was once home to a celebrated Dutch artist and combines luxurious and artistic touches with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. People who stay at Breitner House can start their day with a sumptuous champagne breakfast, which is served in the period dining room that overlooks a large and lovely park. Each of the suites here is extremely spacious and comes complete with a separate bathroom and drawing room. Guests are treated to plenty of modern touches, while those who secure Isaac Israel’s suite will be treated to a garden terrace.

Built at the dawn of the 20th century, this gabled hotel contains many stunning features, including an atrium that’s home to its VanOost fine dining venue. 88 bedrooms are elegant, with clean lines, neutral colours and mod cons such as Bluetooth speakers, smart TVs and Nespresso machines. Pillow Maurits’ spa takes the form of a treatment room and a sauna, there’s a city garden filled with birdsong to find a pocket of urban peace, an alfresco rooftop bar, and an all-day brasserie complementing the evening-only main destination restaurant. The hotel enjoys a leafy location beside Amsterdam’s Oosterpark.

citizenM Amstel Amsterdam is a boutique hotel located in the heart of Amsterdam, overlooking the Amstel River and close to key attractions like De Pijp and the city centre. Known for its sleek, modern design and tech-savvy amenities, the hotel offers 88 compact yet stylish rooms featuring a MoodPad control system, luxurious bedding, rain showers, and large-screen TVs with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy 24/7 dining at CanteenM, relax in the spacious lobby and Living Room, or make use of business facilities. The hotel’s central location and innovative design make it a standout choice for both business and leisure travellers.

This cool and quirky hotel provides a refreshing change with its colourful and playful décor and plenty of places for guests to unwind for a while. Located just a short stroll from Rotterdam Blaak railway and overlooking the pretty Oude Haven, the CitizenM Rotterdam boasts an excellent location. The traditional lobby has been replaced by a series of stylish living rooms where guests are encouraged to linger, while guests are invited to use one of the Apple Macs during their stay or inspect the large library that contains books on just about every subject imaginable. Guests lean towards the minimalistic side of things with furnishings in neutral tones. Guests can start their day with fresh salmon and bread in CanteenM and end it with an expertly mixed cocktail from the extensive list that offers plenty of exotic surprises to sample.

Housed in the dizzying top floors of The Hague’s World Trade Centre building, Hotel NH Den Haag offers guests a comfortable stay in a stylish setting with spectacular views over the city and only a few minutes from its historic centre. There is a contemporary collection of comfortable guestrooms and suites which feature the 19th floor split-level suites with exceptional city views. The excellent on-site The Verne Restaurant serves a selection of international cuisine and a breakfast buffet in a chic setting with a bar and relaxing lounge area. Guests can also access the state-of-the-art fitness facilities in the World Trade Centre gym. The hotel boasts a range of 12 meeting and event spaces allowing for conferences and sophisticated functions for up to 1,000 persons. This hotel is pet friendly.

Housed in a historic 17th-century building, The Tivoli Doelen has played an important role in Amsterdam’s history. It’s the oldest hotel in the city, with a rich heritage, having welcomed many illustrious guests, including Queen Victoria and Napoleon Bonaparte. Overlooking the Amstel River and close to Dam Square, it’s but a short stroll away from many of the city’s top attractions, such as the Hermitage Museum and the Rembrandt House Museum. A fitness centre, a restaurant serving Dutch and French cuisine and a bar with a riverside terrace are among the NH Collection hotel’s amenities.

This member of Design Hotels has just eight bedrooms, in the form of suites and lofts. It’s especially unique as it’s housed within a design gallery. So naturally, the decor in the guest areas is shaped by work from top artists. Loft and duplexes have freestanding tubs and each space features minimal industrial style decor. Kazerne has its own lively, urban bar and restaurant, as well as a fine-dining venue, Benz, taking its cue from French gastro cuisine. And anyone staying here is automatically granted access to the venue’s exclusive members club, including a living room with an honesty bar open 24/7.

In a prime waterside location, this 19th-century property exudes understated luxury across its 29 rooms and suites. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow light to flood in and guests to enjoy the leafy and IJssel river views. Crisp white Egyptian cotton linens are contrasted by monochrome photo prints and inky wooden furnishings. And some categories of bedrooms come with complimentary vouchers to ride the nearby ferry across to the other side of town. There’s a sunny terrace for warmer days, the IJssel Restaurant serving fine cuisine and The Living, found in the conservatory, with a menu of drinks and bites.

Encompassing part of the Teutonic Knights’ Bailiwick of Utrecht old monastery founded in 1348, the Grand Hotel Karel V is found in the Duitse Huis buildings. It’s named after its most famous guest, Emperor Karel V, who attended the meeting of The Order of The Golden Fleece here in 1543. A grand, five-star establishment, the hotel is surrounded by 10,000-square meters of landscaped gardens, making it a peaceful yet central retreat. The spa and wellness centre – with Puur by Kristel treatments – add to this sense of serenity, as does the elegant, classically decorated suites and the Karel V dining experience.