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Botel vs Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American

Both hotels are recommended by professionals. On balance, American Hotel Amsterdam ranks slightly higher than Amstel Botel. American Hotel Amsterdam is ranked #24 in Amsterdam with praise from 9 reviews such as Star Service, Michelin Guide and Rough Guide.

Botel
Botel
7 / 10
3 MT Ondinaweg, NDSM-Pier 3, Amsterdam 1033 RG , The Netherlands
From $55 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Multilingual
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Baggage storage
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Where better to experience a city on the water than on a boat-hotel moored permanently to a dock on the IJ waterway northwest of Centraal Station?" Full review
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Be sure to ask for a room with a view on the water, to avoid the uninspiring quay.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Five minutes’ walk from Centraal Station, this floating hotel is usually populated by dazed, Europe-in-four-days bus groups and packs of Brit boys/girls celebrating bucks’/hens’ nights." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Convenient for Centraal Station, the docklands and hops across to Noord, this a good bet if you're looking for good, clean accommodation with the odd frill, like free in-house movies." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Kids may enjoy the experience of staying on a boat, but the property is more popular with value-minded couples and groups." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"No worries about sea sickness, it's a very big boat."
Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American
Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American
8 / 10
Leidsekade 97, Amsterdam 1017 PN, The Netherlands
From $126 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Its impressive frontage has a real majestic air."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"You can't get closer to the action than this, right off Leidseplein and a quick walk to the Museum Quarter." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Landmark Art Deco hotel just off Leidseplein that dates from 1900, though the bedrooms themselves are mostly kitted out in standard modern style."
Star Service Star Service
"The Amsterdam American Hotel was built in 1900 and is officially listed as a historic monument." Full review
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Management can be hard to reach for special requests, but the enthusiastic staff contributes to the youthful, vibrant atmosphere.
Time Out Time Out
"A dazzling art nouveau monument that's looking extra spruce now that a fountain has been added to its terrace, the public areas here... are all eye-pleasers." Full review
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