W AmsterdamvsJan Luyken Amsterdam
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, W Amsterdam scores slightly better than Bilderberg Hotel Jan Luyken. W Amsterdam has a TripExpert Score of 82 with praise from 7 sources such as Oyster, Wallpaper and The Telegraph.
W Amsterdam
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Spuistraat 175, 1012 VN Amsterdam, The Netherlands
From $295/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Scheduled to open in September 2015, the first Amsterdam location of the W hotel chain will inhabit a former telephone exchange building and bank just behind the Royal Palace." Full review
Wallpaper "Incorporates custom fittings by local producers and takes inspiration from the building's former life as a telephone exchange, bringing a touch of the city to each of the 217 rooms and 21 suites." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A decidedly modern hotel split between two historic buildings near Dam Square." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"W boasts space, style and edgy design, while bringing a touch of New York pizazz and snap-to-it service to Amsterdam." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The four-and-a-half-pearl W Amsterdam is a fantastic luxury property with 238 rooms spread over two beautiful, historic buildings right in the center of Amsterdam." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
" Its 238 rooms (including connecting family rooms and 28 suites) combine design and vintage elements; there's a state-of-the-art spa, a gym, an amazing rooftop lap pool, restaurants and bars." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Situated just steps away from the Royal Palace
and Dam Square, W Amsterdam effortlessly mixes hip design with Dutch heritage." Full review
Fodor's "This design-focused hotel on the edge of Dam Square occupies two historic buildings—the Royal Dutch Post telephone switchboard building (called "the Exchange") and a bank ("the Bank,"..." Full review
New York Times "Several high-end hotels have recently debuted across the city, among them the W Amsterdam. Opened last fall by the central Dam Square, the property offers 238 stylish rooms and suites,..."
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"The hotel originally opened in October 2015 in a historic telephone exchange building dating to the 1920s, before expanding to a 1908 bank building across Spuistraat about a year later —..."
Jan Luyken Amsterdam
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Jan Luykenstraat 58, Amsterdam 1071 CS, The Netherlands
From $233/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide "Modern bedrooms, designer bar with a few period touches and small courtyard terrace."
Frommer's "The Jan Luyken is a small boutique hotel with many of the amenities and facilities of a large one." Full review
Fodor's "This stylish trio of quaint 19th-century town houses offers a peaceful sanctuary, complete with a serene garden and restrained Wallpaper-worthy design." Full review
Lonely Planet "This Art Nouveau delight is in top form, with a crisp white and caramel colour scheme and sleek, contemporary designer furniture." Full review
Rough Guide "Good-sized, nicely refurbished rooms mark out this decent stab at a mini four-star, full-service hotel."
Star Service "It is popular with knowledgeable travelers seeking a distinctive alternative to the more established boutique offerings or the big beehives. " Full review
Time Out "One of the city's most stylish secrets, this place - complete with spa and a wine bar - is just a kitten-heeled skip away from the designer shops of PC Hooftstraat." Full review
Jetsetter "A stylish boutique hotel in central Amsterdam, with traditional Dutch architecture and modern interiors." Full review
Fodor's "This stylish trio of quaint 19th-century town houses offers a peaceful sanctuary with friendly service and a warm design with quirky touches and hints of Art Nouveau that successfully..." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This hotel is made up of three converted 1890s villas right next to the main museums, yet on a wonderfully peaceful street. Indoors, the atmosphere is homely and cosy – comfortable..." Full review
