Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

We had anabsolutely wonderful stay at the Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, during our stay from Oct 20th-22nd and I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation! From the moment we received our reservation confirmation email (beautifully presented and crystal clear) to the second we checked out, the experience was flawless. The booking process through their website was seamless, and the confirmation arrived instantly with all the details we needed – even a lovely personal welcome note. The hotel itself is stunning. The location on the Apollolaan is perfect – quiet yet just a short tram ride or pleasant 20-minute walk to the Museumplein, Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, and the vibrant heart of Amsterdam. The canal views from many rooms are gorgeous, especially at sunset. Our room (a Canal View Deluxe) was spacious, modern, spotlessly clean, and incredibly comfortable. The staff deserve special mention – every single person we interacted with was genuinely warm, professional, and helpful. From the front desk team who upgraded us (thank you!), to the breakfast staff who remembered our coffee preferences, and the concierge who gave us perfect local recommendations – they truly made us feel welcome. Breakfast at La Sirène is outstanding – generous selection, excellent quality, and a beautiful setting overlooking the canal. We also enjoyed a fantastic dinner at the hotel’s restaurant one evening – the food, service, and atmosphere were all top-notch. Everything about this hotel feels polished, thoughtful, and upscale without being pretentious. It’s the perfect blend of Amsterdam charm and refined modern luxury. We’ve already started planning our return visit. If you’re looking for a 5-star experience in Amsterdam that feels personal rather than corporate, the Apollo Hotel (Tribute Portfolio) is an absolute gem. Highly, highly recommended – 5 enthusiastic stars!

We had an amazing stay at this hotel in Amsterdam. From the moment we arrived, the staff were fantastic. They were friendly, helpful and made us feel genuinely welcome.||The decor is absolutely stunning. Every corner looks beautifully designed, with colours and furniture that make the whole place feel special. Our room was gorgeous and the beds were like clouds. We all slept in later than planned because it was so peaceful and comfortable.||The hotel is in a lovely neighbourhood too, quiet but still close enough to everything. It felt safe, relaxed and a perfect base for exploring the city.||We left feeling refreshed and already planning our next visit. Truly one of the best hotel experiences we’ve had.

Stayed at Apollo for Christmas week and had a pleasant stay. The service was excellent from the front desk to the restaurant staff. They gave me a coupon each day for being eco-friendly enough for a coffee, tea or croissant at the cafe. It was a rather quiet week at the hotel it seems. The hotel room was large and looked like it was remodeled at some point. I had a corner room that had a nice view. There was also a gym with a lot of equipment that was barely used, I was there everyday. This was slightly further from the main area so rather quiet but you can walk a short distance to the train or tram, which I took both and Uber as well to get around town. Very convenient! The only issue I would say was my stay was just under $600 and they held a deposit on my debit card for $800, not sure why it was so much, typically a deposit is anywhere from $100-$200, definetly should be less than the total stay, never had this happen before so once I got back to the States still waiting for the deposit to clear in order to use it. They said it would take upto 10 days, likewise I felt that was a long time and should drop off in 1-3 days. I have stayed 50 nights at Marriott this year, and due to that I probably would not stay at Apollo again but otherwise it was a pleasant stay.

We stayed for only three days at the Apollo. The rooms are spacious and clean, the design of the room is modern.The hotel's location is convenient and safe, although is not at the city center. The highlight for us was the bar of the hotel.The service was fantastic, especially Pantelis a member of the bar's staff who, with his profesionalism and great personality was the main reason to decide to have dinner in the hotel both nights.

A truly pleasant stay from start to finish. The hotel is comfortable, well maintained, and offers a relaxing atmosphere. The real highlight is the staff: attentive, helpful, and always smiling, with a genuine desire to make guests feel welcome and cared for. Their kindness and attention to detail really make a difference. I would definitely recommend this hotel and would be happy to return. Chambre 652 Mrs Roda

We stayed here for three nights and while the hotel itself has the look and feel of a comfortable 4-star property, the housekeeping and staff attitude were far from what you’d expect at this level. Despite requesting standard cleaning on Day 2, we returned to a room that was barely serviced. Pillows were left scattered around the room (including on the lampshade), the bed wasn’t made, used towels were still on the floor, and the blow dryer was left on the bed. Only fresh towels had been placed. When we complained, the response was surprisingly casual, and someone came after 45 minutes, which was disappointing after being out in the freezing cold. Even then, the cleaning was extremely sloppy. The floor wasn’t cleaned, the bed was only roughly laid out, and the room still looked messy. The same experience repeated the next day, after which we stopped requesting housekeeping because we didn’t feel secure or comfortable letting such careless staff handle our room. We had chosen this hotel despite it being 700–800 meters from the nearest tram stop, expecting a higher standard of service to make up for the location. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. Between the cold staff behaviour, poor housekeeping, and the inconvenient location, the stay fell well below 4-star expectations.

You get what you pay for. Third time staying here as I was assured of improvements from the GM each time I complained about the condition of the room. Yes they enhanced some of the rooms but they still don't get to the 4 star level they advertise. The design of the bathroom is ridiculous as you don't even have a half of the shower door to prevent the water from going into the rest of the bathroom. |The biggest issue is the filthy carpets in the rooms.....they are totally unacceptable. The bathroom towels are old and thin and some have holes from the age and wear and tear. |The pros: The staff is very helpful except for the chap that checked us in....very condescending and arrogant !! The lobby and the amenities are fantastic. Really cool and unique design which is a positive. The breakfast is nice but limited compared to other properties. The location is fine as it's pretty close to everything. |Overall this 3 STAR hotel ( not 4 as they advertise ) is adequate for the consumer who doesn't have high expectations. This is the last time we stay here as there are many nicer options in Amsterdam. Sorry........got me 3 times and we tried !!!!

We stayed here for 2 nights over a weekend for an Amsterdam city break, and when we do it again we will definitely be staying here. ||The hotel is immaculate, very trendy and welcoming. The rooms are spacious and quiet, with robes and slippers adding the extra luxury touch. It’s a stones throw away from the city centre, and it was easy to get anywhere. Very well priced, we were blown away. ||The staff were amazing - special shoutout to Lianne and the concierge (we are so sorry we didn’t catch your name, but it was the lovely man who has twins). They couldn’t do enough for you, and treated us like friends. ||We would be recommending this hotel to anyone who goes to Amsterdam, and we definitely will be back.

This hotel is a gem. I've stayed here several times over the course of the last year. The staff at the front desk always remembers me. I'm not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing, ha ha. The rooms are actually pretty quiet and the beds are pretty comfortable. While not big, the hotel fitness center has enough equipment for you to work out throughout the week. They have a selection of dumbbells, which by the way are in kilograms, they also have an all-in-one cable machine, and some treadmills. Food-wise, they have a great breakfast in the mornings. If you have the option, add that to your room rate. My most favorite feature is that they are in walking distance to many activities. They are also in walking distance to my office. I love this hotel and have stated quite a few different properties while in Amsterdam. This one became my go to.

Summary: Positives - Nicely updated hotel, great breakfast, friendly helpful staff, clean rooms, tasteful, upscale decor, good bar. Good value for money. Negative: Not on the public tram line. We really enjoyed staying here. It was right on the water/canal which made the views great, it was outside the city center, so it was quiet. When we booked, we did not realize it was a 10 minute walk from the closest tram stop at De Pip. That is not a really big deal, and I wouldn't detract a star for that, because we didn't even think of that when we were booking. Even then it would not have been an issue except prior to the trip, my wife developed a knee problem, so walking an extra 10 minutes at the beginning and end of every day was an issue. It means we took a lot of Ubers. The hotel has a chic, cozy feel with plenty of public spaces downstairs around the lobby, the restaurant, and the bar. Importantly for us, it also has a lift. When we arrived after our overnight flight at 8:45 AM local time, it was 1:45 AM our time (Dallas, Texas). The staff are all really friendly and helpful and everyone we talked to spoke fluent english and they were able to get us into a room a little early around noon. We were exhausted. Before that, we had a drink on their nice canal side outside deck. When we got our room,152, it was nice clean, and well appointed. With a small console table, a sitting table, a sitting chair, mini-fridge, safe, and espresso machine. There were a few quirks. - The tub is rather tall, you have to step up in to the tub. The bottom of the tub is probably 6 inches above floor level. Not a big issue, it just felt weird. - There was no plug for a hair dryer or curling iron in the bathroom, or if there was it was hidden very well. - The mirror light is on a motion activated timer, it went off on my wife several times when she was in the shower. - We were surprised that the bed was made up with a flat sheet and a duvet. No fitted sheet and no duvet cover. We have been informed that this is common in Europe, it was just new to us. They were happy to provide a top sheet when we asked. Overall our stay here was excellent! If our knees were healthier, we would stay here again. We did notice a lot of flight crew personnel while we were here, if that is an indicator of quality. The drinks in the bar were good and not overly expensive. Our main bartender, I need to start remembering names, he was a bearded guy with lot's of arm tattoos, was quite friendly. I would recommend this hotel if the walk is not an issue or if you not here for tourism.

I cant say enough about this place! It's mainly the people that work there that make your stay great, make you feel safe and like family! Huge shoutout to Heim and Hatim!! The reason I do that is because the first night I was in Amsterdam accidentally left my phone in an Uber. I asked front desk for help. Hein helped me as best he could. First we tried to call out via hotel desk to get a hold of my mom(because she had the FindMyIphone and could track it). That didn't work because hotel phone wouldn't dial out. Then he let me try to login to Uber which wouldn't let me because it sent a code to my phone and of course I didn't have it. Then he let me use his PERSONAL phone to dial my mother and luckily she answered, tracked it down with an address, and Hein got the taxi driver Hatim to take me to that address... We get there, Find the Uber car that drove me and we start buzzing the doorbells. no one answers the door. We wait around a bit but only other choice was go back to hotel and then go to Uber office in the morning. Next morning, with Hamid's (concierge) help I go to office, Uber said all they could do was call him and message him about the situation and to tell him (Uber driver) to call them at the Uber office or hotel about it (Uber people were horrible and no help at all even when I said I got the plate number and knew where he lived!). the staff at Apollo Marriott were super nice about my situation, genuinely cared, and tried to help me best way possible. That's what a Marriott does. They treat you like family and I absolutely LOVE them. Marriott for life!!! Uber driver ends up calling the hotel when I'm not there and gives them the message that he was looking around for the phone and couldn't find it. Thank the Lord Hein got the phone number of the Uber driver for me so I call him. He tells me it's not in his car. I tell him look I have FindMyIphone and it pinpoints your address and that's how I found your car and license plate. He says, fine I come to hotel and you can look in car. Great. Hein then calls my mother to keep FindMyIphone on for current status of phone. He arrives. Hein stands by me to make sure the guy is not about to kidnap me. I have my flashlight ready and I check every nik and cranny. Find the phone in between the seat crack and all the way down. Still on Heins phone with my mother I tell her I have it now and I thank Hein (my superhero) and all the staff how very thankful I am for their help, because without them and my mother, I would have never got it back... Literally they are angels on this earth! This will be something I never forget for the rest of my life and will always make me choose Marriott over any other brand hotel (even if it's more expensive) because they truly genuinely care (and don't just act like it) and go WAY ABOVE AND BEYOND!) and should always hire people like Hein and Hatim. (They are a true asset to Marriott and deserve a raise!). Checking in was flawless and smooth. He went over everything and was very clear. Room was good, a little small, but it's Europe so that's normal. The hallways and even the dining areas have a really cute aesthetic. They have a fireplace that's on at night and sometimes a jazz night. Very fun! Also outdoor seating by the water which would be very pretty in the summer (I went in February and I don't do cold weather.) Very close to the RAI so if you need a hotel close to there I highly recommend! Everyone should stay here! The bartender was so very sweet to me and informative about the snacks and wine they serve. Super great customer service. If you don't get maid service you get a 5Euro voucher you can use at the restaurant! I will for sure be coming back here whenever I am in town for a trade show! Because I know THEY will always have my back! Thank you Apollo, Tribute, and Marriott and to all the people that work there! I cant give enough thanks for my amazing stay!!!

First time in Amsterdam and quite impressed with my choice of hotel to stay here. I was upgraded to have the canal view which felt good. This place doesn't have a lounge but has quite a few ambient restaurants. The breakfast buffet has a great spread from an egg/Omlette station, cold cuts, sandwiches, fruits and many more. The location was quite convenient for me to check out the city. I did rent a bike at the hotel to go around which was more convenient. De Pigp is a few mins ride for a quick getaway. The staff is pretty friendly and eager to cater to any request. Overall, a good experience.

The Apollo bends natural greenery into every element of this up-scale hotel. The staff is welcoming and knowledgeable (Trent in particular was wonderful). They booked restaurants and ground transportation during my recent stay. Rooms are large with double bed options for those travelling with families. The "grab and go" options unfortunately are limited, but a well-apportioned restaurant sits steps away. The "Livingroom" on the primary floor offers the perfect place to enjoy a local beverage along the canal intersection on which the hotel sits, and a sizable back bar provides more action for those looking for a more lively experience. The only true drawback with the Apollo is the fitness center, which simply does not keep pace with the quality of the overall establishment. The location is perfect for those looking to stay outside of the bustling city center but still be able to walk to an engaging neighbor as the heart of De Pijp is only 10 to 15 minutes away, and the museum district is about 20 minutes by foot.

I was very happy with our stay at Apollo. It's covered with plants and my room had a tribute to the olympics with a gymnast. For a gymnastics coach, I loved this. The beds were comfy and our view was phenomenal even on gloomy days. We did struggle to keep the room at a cool temperature though. The fitness center was big but with minimal equipment. It got very little use though. The bar was great, restaurant great and service really matched the vibe of the hotel. The shower was a struggle. You had to keep the shower head pointed to the side wall or you'd end up with a flooded bathroom. Unfortunately this happened on my hair wash days. I'd certainly come back. Everything was about a 20 minute uber ride. I would have preferred being closer to the city, but we managed.

During our trip, we stayed at 4 hotels and this one was the best one we stayed at. It's a short 10 minute walk to restaurants and far away from the Central & De Pijp area. The location is quiet and in a safe area, or at least we felt safe. It's also close to the Zuid station and I prefer that station over the Centraal. Our room was overlooking the canal, but in all honesty, we didn't really look out the window much. Maybe if there was a balcony, we might have taken more advantage of it. The hotel room lacks light though. I would have liked to have more lights in the ceiling as when we came back at night, it was still pretty dark with all of the lamps turned on. There is a restaurant in house, but the reviews were not great. If you stay here and are coming from the either Zuid or Central station, I would highly recommend you use an Uber over the train. We came off of the Central station and then took the 52 to De Pijp and thought that walking 15 minutes to the hotel would have been pretty easy. NOPE!!!! With all of the bikers flying all around you and being right in the middle of the city and the cobble stone streets, it's very challenging having to push/pull your luggage. Uber would have cost us 20 euros from Central. Zuid is about 14-15 euros. The staff here are helpful and the conceirge is a great resource for things to do and restaurants. There are bikes that you can rent if you want. Would I stay here agin in the future, probably not because every day we were there, we ended up going in to Centraal or De Pijp area. I would have booked something closer, but since it was over Kings Day, hotel prices were pretty high within the 4 canals. The bus stations are a good 10-15 minute walk also. So not really close or convenient either. I think the price I paid here and having to take public transportation, it probably wasn't that much more if we had stayed in the city. Don't get me wrong though, this is a great hotel, it's just not for us.

The Apollo Hotel Amsterdam is located near the museum district in the southern part of the city of Amsterdam on a very quiet cul-de-canal (a play on the American cul-de-sac)! The hotel sits at the intersection of 4 canals with the rooms facing the canals with a beautiful, peaceful view of this area of the city, which is more residential than business. The entrance to the hotel is serene and peaceful with a bridge over a small pond fully stocked with exotic fish that sits directly in front of the main entrance. The hotel also has plenty of bikes available to guests for their use. We were greeted by the friendly staff and checked in without delay. The lobby is inviting and leads to their beautiful restaurant and lounge that has incredible views of the canals. The rooms are done up in a 1920s deco-ey style with dark green tones and other earth tones. The rooms are a bit dark for me but the styling works! I was given a corner room with two sides of expansive windows that looked out on the canals. With all the curtains open the room felt expansive. To my surprise this was one of the few rooms with a balcony. It was small but with the warmer spring weather it was a perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine as the sun went down. The hotel is a little bit away from the action of the city, but it makes up for that in charm. If you prefer staying in a more residential area of Amsterdam, this is your hotel. Do not get me wrong, there are still plenty of good restaurants in the area and with Amsterdam's amazing public transportation, the city Centre is only a short tram ride away. I will be giving this hotel a 5 star review.

I was looking for a reasonably priced Marriott Bonvoy hotel in the Amsterdam area. The full service Marriott and Renaissance within the inner rings were very pricey during my stay and I found this Apollo hotel only about 1.5 miles south of the city center and easily accessible by walking, bicycle or subway and was very pleased. The hotel is nicely maintained and the breakfast buffet is amazing and worth the splurge if not included in your rate or Marriott status. Staff were super friendly and helpful with questions on busses or transport to airport or wherever. Nearby Upside Down Amsterdam or walkable parks are worth taking a look.

The best views! The best staff! The best breakfast! We found this boutique hotel to be so fun and swanky... It is sitting, literally on the Canal. It's away from the busy street, so it's very quite at night...

Beautiful views of canals. The rooms are decorated to feel nautical in the most classy way! Delicious sushi dinner. Amazing bartenders at "The Harbor." I enjoyed coffee and apple pie on the terrace at "The Living Room."

The front desk was very helpful on our visit before and after a cruise 2 years ago. The breakfasts were delicious and the views amazing at breakfast on the canal terrace. I'm returning next summer.

From the outside this place doesn't look like much; but being constantly by water, the water will take its toll on a building. The staff are most gracious, helpful & willing to help out. Willem was both the person who checked us in & later helped with getting things printed & signing us up for a canal tour. He was honest stating he had not worked with the company that we opted for, so was a tad hesitant to recommend; the tour was great fun. As an aside, go with the smaller canal boats as they can fit thru all the tunnels, while the bigger boats must stay to the main canal waterways. Then there was Marco, the moment I needed something, he tracked it down! Great service. My only issue was in the room - the mattress did not have a mattress cover. Could be the way they do things, a sheet directly on the mattress, yet given this is a Marriott property I think there's a standard & a mattress cover would be used, helps protect the bed & can add a layer of cushioning. Lastly for those folks visiting Amsterdam, this property offers bikes rentals, a great way to see the area BUT be forewarned, the locals ride bikes like the pirates of the Caribbean or the mad hatter versions by Johnny Depp, anything goes, peeps watch out & it might be best to walk.

Amazing staff help us thru our first couple nights of amsterdam so wished I tried this hotel sooner as I have been coming to Amsterdam since May 2018 and as an Elite member of Marriott i have been splitting my time between Amsterdam Marriott and Renaissance both lovely hotels but this one is just a bit more special. Kio pond that my daughter loved, living room has great snacks and wine and short 10 minute walk to the tram and DePipe. We actually rented out apartment small walk from here we loved neighborhood so much... Thank you Marriott

Decided to stay here because we are a party of 4 and for some reason 99% of all Marriott brand hotels in Amsterdam couldn't accommodate. We booked a family room which had 2 rooms. 1 room didn't have a window which felt weird. Location was decent and staff was friendly. Only issue I had was at night we can here the floor above and the beds squeaking. I totally get it lol. But for the price point, you would think they would have some better quality furnishings. Probably won't stay there again.

Beautiful accomodations. The staff very friendly and always ready to help. The breakfast buffet is like none I've ever seen and the Harbour restaurant menu varied with delicious food.

I stayed here for 3 nights and found the hotel very comfortable, modern, and recently refurbished. It has a boutique hotel feel, and I found the rooms to be spacious for European hotel standards. Location - The hotel is not located in the middle of all the bars/restaurants/nightlife, but if you don't mind being a little further away, this location is totally fine. The area feels safe and is about 10-15 min walking from the Museumplatz. The hotel is halfway between the airport and the main part of Amsterdam. It does make getting to the hotel a little trickier from the airport as it's not a straight shot on just one train. An Uber will cost about 22-27€ one way, but it's pretty cheap to get into central Amsterdam (5-8€). I found the best way to get here was to take the train from the airport to one of the stations close-ish to the hotel and then take a 6€ Uber from there. You can take one bus + walk, but it will take you about 35-40 minutes. Rooms - The room that I got was newly remodeled and nice. The bed was really comfortable and there were a ton of plugs around the room, including a socket for American appliances and several USB ports. There's a safe, a refrigerator, a clock radio that you can plug your iPhone into (with a lightning connector) Bathroom - The bathroom was really nice and modern as well, with a big sink, a large shower with a rain shower head. The amenities they provided were shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, and soap - which is always nice; most European hotels like to give you just one thing to use as body wash + shampoo. They also had slippers and 2 robes. All in all, a very comfortable stay. The WiFi worked well and the lobby was well-decorated and comfortable. I found the staff to be nice and helpful and we were able to buy bus + Keukenhof garden tickets from the concierge directly. The room rates are roughly $200 a night (this was in April), which is comparable to other hotels in the area and cheaper than the hotels you'll find in the middle of Amsterdam. There are enough restaurants and places to eat within 10-15 minutes walking, so it's not super remote, and it's a really cheap Uber ride to the center of the city. If you're not looking for something in the middle of all the action, this is a good hotel to stay in. I didn't eat at the restaurant but it looked expensive. I also asked to get late checkout on a Monday, but they said it would cost 10€ per hour which is a bit ridiculous, especially since I have SPG status and normally this isn't a problem. Overall, we had a nice stay here and would stay here again on another trip to Amsterdam.

Perfect hotel!! We arrived a tad early and our room was ready. BEAUTIFUL room!! Clean and elegant and quiet and just perfect in every way. This is definitely a luxury hotel. We were greeted by a lovely professional and very helpful lady at the front desk. The bed is comfortable and feels like a dream. You will be happy here. Hotel is conveniently located right off the 24 line of the tram.

We stayed here only one night, arrived for dinner, and were flying out of Amsterdam early the next day. I liked the location because it's not too deep into city center when you're trying to make an early morning flight, but it's an easy walk along the canals to vibrant restaurants and shops in the Pipe--De Pijp. We had a glass of wine at the hotel and the service was impeccable. We watched the boats come and go from the cafe before walking to dinner. The bed was comfortable, the room was clean, and they upgraded us to a view of the canal as we're long time Marriott customers. What was captivating for me was the hotel decor--it's beautiful. It's an art deco-meets-modern-Marrakesh vibe. The large windows in the cafe and lobby make great use of natural light and the plants along the windows in the lobby feel exotic. The dining areas with jewel toned velvet seating, lustrous patterned wallpaper on the walls and ceiling, and brass tabletops and etageres create a sumptuous atmosphere. Stained glass ceilings and beautiful lighting completes the effect. The rooms don't share the same design and are basic, but comfortable and efficient.

When we booked our flights to Amsterdam we had no idea that it was going to be over Kings Day (one of their biggest holidays where they celebrate their King). So when I was looking for hotels, I didn't understand why I had so few to choose from and why they were all so pricey but then I figured it out! Apollo Hotel is located a little outside of the downtown/museum plaza area - it was about a 20 minute walk for us but it was a beautiful walk along many canals. It is a new up-and-coming area and it felt incredibly safe to me. I loved living just outside the city and not in the middle of the hustle-and-bustle of everything. We landed from the US on a Thursday morning quite early, and were lucky to be greeted by Ferry (who is so friendly and fun and a great person to be greeted by after a long flight!) at the front desk who was able to provide us a room upon arrival which we are so so incredibly grateful for! It gave us a chance to catch a quick 2 hour nap before hopping out to explore the city. I was incredibly surprised and impressed by the décor of the hotel. This is considered a "Tribute Portfolio" hotel; it appears all tribute hotels around the world are meticulously decorated and decorated with character which is incredibly appreciated. I loved lounging in the lobby and looking at all their décor. They have a lot of greenery and it just had a very welcoming feel to it. The concierge was very helpful in answering all questions and guiding you when you needed it. The bar and the restaurant which is inside the hotel is equally as fancy, beautiful and fun. I loved getting my coffee there every morning and coming home to a nice glass of wine afterward! They also have another restaurant called the Harbor Club which is attached to the hotel as well- you can dine or have drinks along the canal which nice! The hotel room itself was great- lots of space for your clothes, you didn't feel cramped, and the bathroom was updated and nice. I would recommend this hotel over and over again!

This review is specifically for the harbor club restaurant. I found it beautifully decorated and the food was really good and beautifully plated also.

My family & I stayed several nights at the Wyndham during our recent European holiday. The good & bad: Good: (1) Walking Distance to the Riksmuseum & Tram Station (2) Good Location (3) Rate Includes Good Buffet Breakfast - Great Coffee (4) Nice Breakfast & Bar Area - Overlooks the canals (5) Has a Gym Bad: (1) Rooms Need To Be Refurbished - Room furniture is outdated & bathroom needs to be remodeled. (2) No Room Safe - Really? .... Unheard of ... (3) Was told there was no wi-fi but later found out there was .... ???? (4) Tiny Elevators My stay at the Wyndham in Amsterdam was A-OK .... 3 Stars!

While this hotel was not in the center of town you could walk to the Riksmuseum within 20 minutes. If you follow the canal you will also pass a rouge Red Light District! We stayed 2 nights at the beginning of an escorted tour with Gate 1 which began May 6 . The room was comfortable, but the refrigerator did not work. We had a view of the parking lot, while my brother-in-law and his wife had a view of the marina and canal. The best surprise was that the front desk recommended a local Restaurant, Richards, which was marvelous. This led us to discover a whole neighborhood of fantastic restaurants! Full breakfast was included in our package and was excellent! They also have a cigar room for you smokers!

I was actually going to give this place a 4 star review because I did enjoy my stay here, however a recent look at my card discovered that I was charged for a mini-bar use AFTER my stay there. Despite telling the receptionist through long distance calling that I did not incur any of the charges and it was not on my final bill when I left the hotel and checked out, they refuse to refund me. I ended up having to call my credit card company to let them know that I was being refused a refund for something I did not use during a time I wasn't even there (4 days after I checked out!). They are incredibly helpful when you're there, but their billing department could care less about you once you leave. Horrible! Other than that, this place is not really in a good location for central Amsterdam. You are about a realistic 20 minute walk / tram ride away from Central Station via the 5 tram and sometimes the 26 if you're lucky but it's still quite a bit away. It is near the canals but it's nothing spectacular you can't catch at just about every other corner in Amsterdam. I recommend you stay somewhere closer, and even though the room was fine and the showers / restroom facilities were better than other places I've stayed at in Europe, you are still better off being closer to the action.

Booked this hotel for a weekend getaway with a friend from uni. We grabbed a great price for this hotel for 3 days, 2 nights plus BA flights out of Heathrow on Expedia. It's not in the city center which was actually fine as you can walk or take the tram to the attractions. The tram station is literally a five minute walk from the front door of the hotel. I enjoyed the location as it was along two canals. The hotel is old. It's been updated in the lobby, but does still look outdated on the outside. The rooms are the quality you would expect, but there is some wear and tear. Had a ground floor room- there was a moat of some sort outside the window! Great customer service. We checked in about 10 minutes before room service closed, and was still able to order dinner! There is free-wifi. Just ask for cards for each day of your trip. Sure, it's not the fastest, but it works!

Stayed here for 3 nights in April for vacation, was so looking forward to it. Booked the best room canal view suite. Had no air conditioning at all, brought it up numerous times and they did nothing. I am titanium platinum elite for life and only stating that as i have never had a problem with any marriotts this was the first. They simply said open the window, was 82 degrees in the room, noise at night was bad, talked to 3 people and used bonvoy app to message thrm as well. Nothing was done, nothing! At another hotel downtown now and much better as system works. Very upset and we had 3 horrible nights of sleep here. If you are a marriott points person dont stay her snd go for any other downtown. I will be calling Marriott when I get back home, so upsetting to say the least. Stayed at St Pancras Renaisance in London last week snd all was great. Was in room 208. Amsterdam is great, this hotel not so much or at least the Management.

Excellent hotel close to the Van Gogh Museum and easy transportation into the city. Staff was amazing, helpful with suggestions and ideas and always available. The lobby and atrium are loaded with beautiful plants and that makes a huge difference in the Amsterdam winter. Room is spacious and clean, bathroom plenty of hot water. Breakfast was plentiful and lots of delicious options.

So, stayed in Amsterdam twice over one trip (left to see some other countries, then came back) First hotel was CENTER of the city, so I was able to walk out the front door and be in the heart of the action... this hotel, not so much. Very nice hotel, good service, beautiful décor, but NOT tourist friendly!! You need to take a cab to really go anywhere. There's a grocery store, a park, and a few restaurants nearby, but for anything touristy (museums, shopping, etc) it's too far to walk. I did love that this hotel had a cigar lounge. Our room overlooked the marina which was beautiful, but very noisy with birds early in the morning. The one thing I DID NOT like about our room was the bathroom was COMPLETELY glass! from floor to ceiling!?!? So while your husband / friend / family member is laying in the bed, they are literally inches away from you going to the bathroom and showering. And if they can't HEAR you, they can SEE EVERYTHING because it's one big giant window!?!? At first I thought the glass would go "frosted" when I locked the door (like I've seen in other hotels, but this was not the case. So Even if you are VERY close to the person you're rooming with, be prepared to have ZERO privacy!! P.S. the outside of the hotel, not impressive. Old building needs a facelift, but inside very pretty and well decorated.

I stayed here for a week and I was very happy with my stay and the location. I typically go to Amsterdam for a week every year and am at the mercy of the company I am consulting for as to which hotel I stay in. During all of my stays in Amsterdam, this hotel was by far one of the best I have ever stayed in. I loved the location. Why? Because it was near the convention center, the RAI. Yes I had to work there every day and it was nice to be able to just walk...it took 6-10 minutes depending if I stopped for a coffee or to smell the roses. Yes there was a beautiful flower shop along the way and I would literally stop to smell them. The walk was nice too because I could choose one of three different routes I had discovered. One of my favorites was along the canal...so nice to see the water and think I wish I was out there on a boat instead of stuck in the RAI all day working. The room was very nice and comfortable. It was actually larger then any room I have ever stayed at in Amsterdam. Most of the hotels I have stayed in were about the size of a large walk in closet. So it was nice to actually have a little space. I loved the sign in the bathroom that asked me to not take a shower on the middle of the bathroom floor. I found the sign kind of funny. I then decided I had to ask why. I was told that a certain ethnic group would not step into the bath tub and they would take there showers on the bathroom floor. There was a drain on the floor and the shower head did go out there. I just found it funny that the hotel had to tell you not to do it! It kind of made me want to try it. No I am just kidding!!! Breakfast was also very nice and was included with our hotel room stay. So I do not know if it was expensive or not. It would not call it amazing but it was free for me, so that made me happy. I would not choose to eat here because I hate eating in hotels but in was a good way to start the morning to grab a few egg whites, a coffee, fruit and yogurt before starting my long work day. I would stay here based on its location to the RAI. There was also a gym here too. Which I loved because I was able to get a few runs in during my stay. It was not the best gym but it was the only hotel in Amsterdam that I ever stayed in that even offered one for its guests. Also there are some nice views of the water too...try to get a water view if you can. I love watching the Dutch use there waterways...it is a way of life for them as much as riding a bike everywhere!

Hotel is under construction so the lobby is a mess. Hammering and sawing started at 7:15am. There were random doors taken off the hinges left in the hallway. They have 2 extremely small elevators for the upper floors. We were on the 5th floor. Our rooms were mediocre at best. Not that well cleaned and my husband found drug paraphernalia near the couch in the room so they didn't do a good job cleaning. They have 2-3 people working the front desk and get very busy. I will say the staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was included with our rooms and it was a great breakfast.

The hotel staff is wonderful. The restaurant however... STAY AWAY!!! Don't let the promise of a good view drag you here. I read the other bad reviews but gave it a chance since I was staying at the connecting hotel. Literally the worst service I've had in any country. EVER! We had to physically get out of our chairs and find the server for anything we needed. From menus, hot water (which we were charged for), knife to eat steak, even the check! We waited at least 5-10 minutes for each item before getting up to find it ourselves. The couple next to us didn't have their food when we sat down. Before we even ordered that same couple and received and finished their food! If a small man in a suit with short dark hair (supposedly the manager) offers to "help"... don't bother. He knows just as little about service as the awful waitstaff. After complaining to the hotel front desk the restaurant manager said they were busy (which they weren't) and offered us a drink next time. Ha!! There will NEVER be a next time. $113 Euros later for 2 people without cocktails. The hotel would get 4 stars but after I told them about the restaurant experience, they sided with the "manager".

Not a favorite. Booked this because of its proximity to the museums. No airport shuttle on a weekday at 2pm. (Boo!) had to take the train to a bus and it was very confusing to 2 jet-lagged travelers. Luckily, people were very helpful! The breakfast was 25 euros which seems steep, considering many hotels have it included. Beautiful area, safe for walking in the evening.

ANTS EVERYWHERE! I first noticed the ants in the bathroom, then I realized they were in the bed too. There were so many ants in the room, I should've requested my bill to be split with them.

Summary based on 1 three night stay: --conference hotel in a mostly residential district that feels in the middle of nowhere, though it's within walking distance of the major museums --overpriced breakfast --institutional staff --7 minute walk to tram This is the hotel that taught me to be wary of weekend deals on hotels and to review their map location carefully.

I recently stayed here for a few nights while I was in Europe. I thought the hotel was one of the cleanest hotels I have ever stayed in, and the beds were SO COMFORTABLE. I mean, I always have a hard time sleeping in hotel room beds, but I seemed to fall asleep with no issues here. The concierges were very helpful and funny, and the hotel breakfast was pretty good. If I am ever in Amsterdam, I would probably stay here again.

Love this hotel! Beautiful location! A bit far from the tourist scene, but close enough to make for an easy trek to all the sights. Bikes provided free of charge is a major plus. The views from some rooms and the restaurant/ bar is are spectacular. The hotel is situated on the intersection of two canals and is quite lovely. The staff is professional, the rooms clean, comfortable, modern and beautifully decorated. I would have given this hotel a 5 star rating were it not for the below average service at the restaurant. Lots of customers and not enough staff. I had to ask three times for a refill on my glass of wine, and the water with gas that I ordered with my meal never arrived. That noted, the fish was tasty and the Sauvignon blanc which accompanied it quite good.

This is a lovely hotel. The patio sits right on a canal. Their foodservice is first rate. How fortunate to also have a first class cigar lounge. Their selections are sparse but I travel with my own sticks and that was not an issue here. Our room was nice as previous reviews indicate. My only issue relates to early check in. I began communicating with Evelien Van Cuijk regarding the purchase of an early check-in two months before arrival. Our flight from the US arrived at 9:00 AM and at my age, 76, it's critical for me to get some rest after being locked up in a cylinder for 9+ hours. Countless other hotels allow for a day rate or, for that matter a full rate to accommodate similar travelers. Cost was not an issue and with the benefit of hindsight I should have merely purchased a supplemental extra day when booking. After being told by Ms. Cuijk that nothing could be done but they would see what they could do after noon our Gate1 travel guide interceded on my behalf and, walla, a room was made available. Such a shame that front line staff are not empowered to make minor decisions before they become full blown reputation busters...

My husband and I stayed at this hotel for 4 nights. The interior deco of the hotel is very tasteful throughout, especially the restaurants. I'm also very picky when it comes to cleanliness, and I found our room very clean and pleasant when we arrived. The hotel staff members here were also very helpful and kind throughout our stay. If we ever visit Amsterdam again, we will be definitely coming back.

My wife and I stayed there for five nights. Did not have internet in our room the entire time. They kept saying they would call the provider, but nothing was ever done. In compensation, they gave us a credit for one local call made from our room. Not much compensation for us having to trek down to the business center every time we needed to book tickets or check online for making plans for our daily agenda. When we were leaving Amsterdam, the Concierge arranged for a cab ride to the train station which was 2.5 miles from the hotel. The cabs meter was mysteriously not working. The charge was 18 euros. I protested, and he said call the hotel and confirm. We were in a rush so I was unable to call. We paid less for a cab ride through the heart of Paris which was a longer ride. I am certain we were scammed. In fairness, the room was small but comfortable. It's in a nice neighborhood, but a little too far from the main attractions to be covered by foot.

We intended to stay here for our vacation but in the wake of the Marriott data breach discovered that our prepaid for reservation was probably stolen. After discussing my options with Marriott extensively, they recommended we cancel and request a refund, which I was assured is very likely in fraud cases. After roughly 20 calls between Marriott customer service and this hotel, they keep pointing fingers at each other to remedy the situation. I am leaving them 1 star because they have been just as unhelpful as Marriott despite one employee at the hotel promising to remedy the situation. Daphne has been especially unsympathetic in this ordeal and keeps pushing the issue down the line when it is the hotel that needs to issue a refund.

It was my first visit to Amsterdam, so perhaps my scale may be off! The hotel was clean will decent decor. It was situated on a canal (which I think is a given here). There a convenience store and a few bars within walking distance. The rooms were average. The breakfast buffet was decent -- I fell in love with making my own bacon, toasted (fresh loaf) bread and cheese open faced sandwich. Oh and if you get a chance, rent a scooter and tour the city -- An absolute blast! The hotel has a couple rentals if they are gone, go to scootercity (about a 10 minute cab ride).

Nice hotel with great service and nice canal views. Conveniently located close to the exhibition center RAI and not far for downtown either. Rooms are clean and very good.

I stayed at the Apollo due to. ISE trip for work , the hotel room is quiet spacy and all the furnitures are a bit old, however the hotel is gorgeous because it is right next to the canal and you have a spectacular view. Remembr to ask the staff to get you the water side. Also, the breakfast here is €20 per person, they have good breakfast wih scramble Eggs make fresh, fruits, muffins etc. the shower here is good, very clean and you needs extra towers cause the shower door is half. You can rent a bike here all day for € 16 and it is very easy to go around. Plus as you walk a block down on the left side of the hot, you wi finds lot of local stores like coffee shop, clothing store that are fairl. Affordable for visitors. Overall, the experience is very positive and it is very close to the RAI. I walked to the RAI in 10 mins. I would recommended people to stay here and I would stay here again :)

Hotel situated in an industrial area near to the Convention Center, far from the downtown area. Can take long walks to many ethnic restaurants and museums. Hotel divided into odd and even rooms which are very different. Odd number rooms are tiny and awful, even numbered rooms are suites and most have a very nice with water view. Both times I had odd numbered rooms and staff refused to change them. 1st time stayed in room 211. Heat did not work (winter time), even when asked to be fixed, supplied a portable heater that gave 1 inch of heat. Would have to sit on it to feel anything. This time, room 219 was also shameful...stained carpet, walls with holes and stains, bathroom sink shelf so small that things would fall off, if not careful. Each day I'd ask housekeeping to clean my room and it was the worse "cleaning" I've ever seen. Counters never wiped down, used glasses never replaced or cleaned, very small trash can in bathroom with foot pedal didn't work, larger trash can by desk area ok, tissue and toilet paper supply not replaced. Housekeeper did make the bed and replace towels...that's it. Wi-Fi internet connection was fine. I asked for European adapter since I forgot mine. Didn't have any...their supply were gone, they said. On 2nd day they had one to borrow. Lighting in room is barely existent. Both towel racks and bathtub entrance are built for 7' tall dutch guests, Bed pillows are overstuffed and hard, developed a neck pain. Free welcome drink and plate of olives and crackers were nice, but between 5-5:30 only. Leanne at reception made an exception to the 5-5:30p rule and said anytime because of the construction inconvenience...5 stars to Leanne.Can get fresh orange juice instead of alcohol. 3 mice ran through the bar lobby area. Stayed twice here, 6 days each time, because my company pays for the rooms.

Stayed here with friends while doing a Euro trip. While the facilities were nice and the concierge was EXCELLENT we were a bit confused by our room's layout and the lack of consideration that was shown to guests while construction was being performed. Our hotel room had a king bed with a roll away for the third person, but the curious part was the fact that the restroom had absolutely 0 privacy even with the door closed. I don't know if we were supposed to be in the honeymoon suite or something, but the lack of privacy was a bit extreme. We were also there during construction which started aggressively early and the front desk had no idea what we were talking about when we called to ask what was up.

My wife and I visited Amsterdam for three nights and stayed at this hotel. It was fine. Lovely room, nice staff, good food and drinks. No complaint. It is south of the main town but its only a fifteen minute walk which we found pleasant. We had a nice meal in the restaurant not cheap but better than London prices for a similar meal. I have no problem staying again in this hotel and location. Everyone is different. What I like someone else may not, but hey that's life.

My family and I stayed for a couple of days at the Apollo hotel. Even though it was under remodeling, our experience was fantastic thanks to the amazing front desk staff. Friendly, knowledgeable and above all kind. My 13 year old daughter caught a bad cold and didnt feel like eating much. Breakfast was already closed and she didnt have an appetite for lunch. She craved toasts with nutella and a smoothie.... the front desk personnel went to the kitchen and fixed it for her! All the wanted was for her to feel better. If I come back to Amsterdam, there is no other place we would stay!

My stay for 4 nights got better with time. Rooms are average and a little dated. But staff was extremely warm and helpful. It's a good value for the price. I'd go back again!'