Best Luxury Hotels in Noord-Holland

Found in the Museum Square district, this was once a musical institution – a heritage reflected in its title and ongoing collaborations. The Conservatorium was named the finest luxury hotel in Holland by Condé Nast, with Art Noveau interiors created by award-winning Milan-based designer Piero Lissoni. The lauded Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre offers everything from nutrition therapy, to meditation, to Watsu and has what is arguably the best-equipped gym in the city. Following the hotel’s subtle Asian influence, is Taiko, the dining experience and bar, where flavour, aroma and texture reign. Book a room, suite, duplex, or even your own wing.

Erected in 1896, De L’Europe sits beside the Amstel River on the site of a late medieval fortress. State-of-the-art technology, local heritage and classic design are melded into a five-star style. Elite suites are housed in the Dutch Masters Wing, named after the nation’s illustrious painters and with its own private entrance. The hotel is partnered with the Rijksmuseum, displaying fine art replicas from the likes of Rembrandt and Frans Hals. Haute cuisine is served in the critically acclaimed Bord’Eau restaurant, with alfresco summer dining at Hèt Terras. Freddy’s Bar mixes some of the best Bloody Marys in Amsterdam. And there’s a 4,300-square-foot Le Spa by Skins Institute, with a canalside indoor pool.

Located on the Dam Square Hotel TwentySeven is probably Amsterdam’s most opulent and luxurious boutique hotel. Designed by the two-time Hotelier of the Year award winner Eric Toren, the hotel’s 16 suites are perfect in every way. The interior was designed by an award-winning design team which included the likes of Wim van de Oudeweetering and Cris Van Amsterdam. Every detail in the hotel’s suites has been meticulously curated, from its Nepalese carpets to its handmade Italian curtains and fascinating art from Cobra Art Amsterdam. With a Michelin star, the hotel’s restaurant, restaurant Bougainville, is a masterclass is fine dining. The menu, designed by renowned executive chef Tim Golstejin, uses only the finest ingredients and provides guests with some of the best food in Amsterdam whilst they gaze out over the iconic Dam Square. The hotel’s bar has an equally impressive view and provides guests with some of Amsterdam’s best cocktails. Hotel TwentySeven is a uniquely sumptuous hotel which provides guests with a uniquely personal luxury experience.

The Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam is one of Amsterdam’s most renowned and historic hotels. It is so quintessentially Dutch that it even has cultivated its own Tulip. Located on the iconic Dam Square, it gazes upon the Royal Palace and is a stone’s throw from sites like Anne Frank’s House and the Van Gogh Museum. The hotel has hosted Royal parties and global conferences, one can easily see why due to its decadence and grandeur. Its 402 rooms seamlessly blend the hotel’s rich history with a modern design. The hotel has any amenities a guest may desire from a fully equipped gym which boasts its own climbing wall to an award-winning spa which allows guests the chance to relax after a busy day of exploring Amsterdam. The hotel is renowned for its gastronomic delights with the Grand Café Krasnapolsky providing guests with an exquisite culinary experience and Michelin-starred restaurant The White Room delivering one of the most luxurious dining experiences in Amsterdam. Guests are also welcome to enjoy a bespoke cocktail in the hotel The Tailor Bar after a night of fine dining surrounded by the Krasnapolsky’s historic grandeur.

Amidst the liveliness of Amsterdam, you can find peace at Hotel Okura where guests are top priority. Rooted in ‘Omotenashi’ – a Japanese art focussing hospitality on care rather than expectation – not only do their spacious suites offer comfort and relaxation, but their onsite Nagomi Spa is the oasis needed after a long day’s adventures. Situated to the south of the city’s hub in the De Pijp district, Hotel Okura is a prominent member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Outside, you can find the famous Albert Cuyp Market where you can enjoy the Dutch specialties of herring and waffles as well as the former Heineken brewery which attracts locals and tourists alike. Hotel Okura boasts four acclaimed restaurants with three Michelin stars held between them all: Ciel Bleu, Yamazato Restaurant, Teppanyaki Restaurant Sazanka and Serre. Prepare to set sail on a culinary voyage in the sociable atmospheres of each unique dining experience, whether you choose the 23rd-floor heights of Ciel Bleu, the multi-course experience of Yamazato or the privacy of service to your own room. From solo travellers enjoying the sights of Amsterdam to exquisite family getaways, Hotel Okura is the ideal hub for any adventure.

No less than 25 linked canal houses make up the entirety of this 225 bedroom hotel. The contemporary bistro, Jansz, and casual restaurant Pause, both have large picture windows, so diners can take in the passing on-water activity from morning till night. The Pulitzer Old Fashioned (a pineapple twist on the original) is a favourite in the hotel’s vintage era bar. And a trip on the Pulitzer’s own teak salon boat is a must. Small dogs and children are welcomed, as are cyclists – you’ll find a puncture repair kit in every room, along with trendy Le Labo products.

A converted canal-house, Seven One Seven sits at the heart of Amsterdam’s action. And it offers a distinctly homely experience, akin to being hosted as an aristocratic house guest, rather than a tourist. You won’t see a reception desk, restaurant or bartender here, rather a discreet domestic staff who’ll cater to your every need (including food and drinks) in a more bespoke fashion. Public areas come in the form of a drawing-room, library and breakfast room, in addition to the nine bedrooms. The back of the mansion dates all the way to the 17th century, with the frontage having been added in the early 19th.

The wellness centre here was voted the Netherlands’ Best Hotel Spa of 2020 and rooms come with Hermès branded products. The building itself has served many purposes as an ex-city hall, monastery, royal lodge and Admiralty. Inside, French interiors by Sybille de Margerie, complement an Art Deco extension and grand features dating back, in parts, to the 16th century. Dinner and organic wines are served in the Bridges restaurant, or garden bistro, with afternoon teas in the library lounge. Do take advantage of a local tour on the Sofitel’s private salon boat, horse-drawn carriage or one of its bicycles – a highlight of any stay here.

This used to be the HQ of a charity and an almshouse, but post-millennium took on new life as a boutique hotel. It’s set back from the street, and entered via a peaceful courtyard, so guests instantly feel a sense of calm, exclusivity and elegance on arrival. The design is contemporary but fused with old-world charm, peppered with international antiques and oriental accents. Its 40 bedrooms are contained in two canalside buildings within the city’s shopping quarter. Meals are served in the Vinkeles restaurant (previously the house’s bakery) or the more relaxed Occo Brasserie. The vibe here is best suited to couples rather than families.

Made up of an impressive six canal side 17th and 18th Century townhouses, the Waldorf Astoria is a simultaneously sprawling but precise construction which oozes elegance from the moment youstep in side to the moment you leave. Suites are spacious and bright and tasteful as is the rest of the hotel which is often decorated with the building’s freeholder’s own contemporary art collection. The Guerlain Spa opens up into one of the city’s largest private gardens, full of luscious green grass and, in spring, 5000 tulips. The hotel’s restaurant is a two star Michelin tour de force called Spectrum which has to be experienced to be believed.

As you walk into Andaz Amsterdam Prisengracht’s observatory themed lobby it soon becomes clear that this hotel is a design lovers paradise. The hotel occupies a former public library, and every inch of its spacious and welcoming interior is designed to convey stories of the capital and display Dutch heritage. The rooms are designed by Marcel Woods and many of them look out onto the canal or hotel garden. These rooms are light and friendly, they manage to skilfully combine Dutch history with a modern and playful atmosphere. The hotel boasts a spa, gym and even a canal boat on which guests can enjoy a fine dining experience all whilst cruising around the idyllic canals of Amsterdam. Andaz also hosts the unique Pris and Aap restaurant which serves locally sourced and avant-garde dishes which aim to not only delight the tastebuds but tell stories of Dutch culture and history.

Set in the very heart of the Jordaan district, Canal House is an uber-chic 23-bedroom boutique hotel that can be found right on the edge of the Keizergracht. This collection of former and seventeenth-century merchants’ houses have been fully revamped and features a glamorous contemporary design that is very comfortable. In addition to their own private spaces, guests are treated to large and lavish shared amenities such as the large garden. The Garden House and Summer House have been designed for private gatherings, while there are several on-site eateries to choose from.