Mike C.
Yelp
Sometimes I like a place so much that I'm hesitant to write a good review because I don't want it to get too popular, but the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht is so good at what they do that I don't think it will matter.
First, the location is perfect. It is on the Prinsengracht canal, a quiet location, great for walking. Amsterdam is a walking city and you can get to Old Town, the Museum district, Central (Red Light District), or the shopping district known as 'The 9 little streets'. the walks were the best part of our stay. It's lovely to walk down the canals just enjoying the city.
Second, the room. It was terrific. We had just come from Rotterdam and the hotel there was uncomfortably hot, but the Andaz room was cool and inviting. Also, it was beautiful. Decent size, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the canal. And the bed was incredible! Not too soft, not too hard, just perfect. The shower was very large for Europe, and the wallpaper in the bathroom is ridiculously cool. Good wi-fi, a radio with bluetooth, a nice fridge with complementary sodas and snacks in it. A very welcoming space. Also, the bitterballen were so tasty! And they make a great burger if you just feel like a break from all the great Dutch cheese.
Third, and most importantly, the people. From Izzy, who checked us in and checked on us daily, to Lorenzo, Roxy, Willem, and the rest of the bar staff who made us feel welcome and made us extraordinarily good cocktails, to Daiana, who saved our vacation by finding a bag we had left in the room after we checked out and realized it when we were at the airport, then shipped it home for us, and everyone else who made our stay so comfortable and nice. They had tons of great suggestions about places to go.
You just can't go wrong here. Highly recommended.