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Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam vs Flying Pig Downtown

Both Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam and Flying Pig Downtown are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam ranks significantly higher than Flying Pig Downtown. Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam is ranked #12 in Amsterdam with praise from 14 sources such as Insight Guides, The Telegraph and Gayot.

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam
Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam
8 / 10
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197, Amsterdam 1012 EX, The Netherlands
From $221 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Individually styled and furnished rooms reflect the different phases of the building's past and are the last word in plush." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"It’s seriously swish, with an indoor pool, sauna, spa, rooms with perfect canal views and a gourmet French restaurant."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Beyond the neoclassical courtyard and carved marble pediments is a haven of style and luxury, a stunning symphony of color and chic furniture." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"You may feel a bit royal yourself as you wander through the cavernous lobby, grandiose public spaces and stained-glassed stairwells." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The Sofitel is an upscale property in the heart of the Old Center." Full review
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Flying Pig Downtown
Flying Pig Downtown
7 / 10
Nieuwendijk 100, Amsterdam 1012 MR, The Netherlands
From $25 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Clean, large and well run by ex-travellers familiar with the needs of backpackers."
Time Out Time Out
"Not so much a hostel, more a way of life, and a stalwart of the Interrailing scene." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"Located on a busy, central shopping street, this hostel is surrounded by many of the city's nightspots, while also being a short walk to popular sights and the Red Light district." Full review
Let's Go Let's Go
"This hostel is close to the train station and the Red Light District and offers free tours and maps to help you find any other place you’re hoping to go in the city." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
6.0
"An old-style youth hostel with dorms, bunkbeds, backpackers, a busy vibe and a carefree atmosphere." Full review