Max Brown Hotel Canal District

Hotel · Grachtengordel-West

Max Brown Hotel Canal District

Hotel · Grachtengordel-West

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Herengracht 13, 1015 BA Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Rustic-chic boutique hotel on Herengracht canal with cozy rooms, quirky decor, a lively bar, and a warm, friendly vibe.  

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"There’s something about the eclectic mix-and-match décor, dim lighting, and hipster staff that make this boutique hotel feel like a more intimate, Dutch equivalent of the Ace. The canal house set-up, residential location, and crazy-steep staircases lend any stay an extra authentic feel and the small-ish, well-priced rooms (there are larger options available, too) mean that it’s a great, non-corporate option for work trips or for those looking to spend the bulk of their time exploring. The on-site bar is actually frequented by locals and often plays host to local bands. We hear the Museumplein outpost is just as fun. "

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Anna Wu

Google
We loved our stay here! The people working here are so friendly, helpful, and chill; plus, one helped me by carrying my suitcase up the narrow stairs! The room is definitely on the smaller side but that was in the description online. It was clean and the bathroom was nicely remodeled. We had a lovely view of the canal and the location was perfectly situated for walking around the whole city. I also accidentally left something behind and they were so communicative and kind! Overall, I would stay here again and highly recommend it!

Emma Carey

Google
We had a wonderful stay at Max Brown! Hotel was in a perfect location - we could walk anywhere! It was clean, beds were really comfy and the air conditioning was amazing. Most of the staff were so fun and friendly. The guys that checked us in were the best! We stayed on the very top floor, and while the stairs were hilarious to climb, the view on top was so worth it!

Allie Bourgeois

Google
Record hot day in Amsterdam. We were at the top of the house. Hot hot hot! But it didn’t matter. The view of the canal and the staff made it bearable. Rooms are small and we even got the biggest one. But we didn’t spend much time in the room. Shower is tiny- but my tall Hubbie didn’t complain. Bed comfy. Stairs crazy steep and tiny stairs but they will help you get your bags up and down- just ask. Very friendly helpful staff. We will go back and stay here again.

DongDongY5

Google
We are delighted to leave this review for Max Brown Hotels Canal to express our gratitude for their exceptional service.||From the moment we arrived, we could feel the staff's professionalism and enthusiasm. They were attentive, helpful, and ensured our stay was impeccable. Whether it was answering questions, offering local recommendations, or handling minor issues (such as the small room mix-up), their attitude was consistently positive and efficient.||The hotel environment is comfortable and pleasant, and the canal view room was truly unforgettable from our small room. However, what truly made this stay stand out was the staff's warmth and care for their guests.||We sincerely thank them for everything they did to make our trip so enjoyable. We highly recommend to Max Brown Hotels Canal all travelers seeking a high-quality accommodation experience, and we look forward to visiting again.

brookef880

Google
I can’t say enough wonderful things about this place! The location is fantastic, and the staff Emily, Will, and Deanna, were all amazing! We celebrated our honeymoon here and were greeted with beautiful towel swans and rose petals, which made our stay even more special. We would absolutely return! The only downside was the lack of AC in our room, but we were offered an extra fan, which helped. It just happened to be an unusually hot few days, reaching over 30 degrees. Overall, our experience was still very enjoyable, and the location was perfect, with shopping, cafes, and the metro just a short walk away.|Thank you Max Brown and all the staff! Proost !

Yousaf Ali

Google
Location was excellent and front desk wonderful. We stayed in room 202. For a country with incredibly tall people this room was lilliputian. The bathroom sink was ridiculously small and there is zero counter space. 3 dangerous steps up to the bathroom make it a fall risk. No storage space or cupboards/dresser to put your clothes. A kettle is provided with teabags but no coffee or creamer. Nowhere to put the kettle except on the floor. The kettle cannot be filled as it does not fit in the tiny sink. They desperately need to hire an interior decorator. For $200+/per night this place is a monumental rip off and a 2* hotel at best. Avoid at all costs.

khoerl

Google
Perfect location, delightfully kind staff. We had the canal side room with a view, and it was charming. The room was not big but it was not a problem for us, and the rooms were quiet at night. The stairs are narrow and spiral past the second floor, so it might be challenging if you cannot easily climb, twist and duck (if you're taller than 5'5". But I'd stay there again in a heartbeat.

Andy Baker

Google
People make the place and all members of staff here were brilliant; helpful and friendly and very welcoming. Great location for central station while still remaining in nicer surroundings away from crowds. Would definitely recommend. Mad crazy stairs up to room at top definitely not suitable for anybody with mobility issues but that’s standard for many Amsterdam properties.
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Jennifer M.

Yelp
We stayed 3 nights and had a great time. There is no elevator, but Mark was at the front desk and was more than happy to take our bags to our room once it was ready. Meanwhile we went out and explored the city. There stairs are very steep and difficult to navigate. Cecile and Gina were both very friendly and helpful, we really enjoyed talking with them both. Our room was very comfortable and well maintained. Great location to canals, restaurants, shopping and the train station. Also, they make the best whiskey sour I've ever had!
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Julia F.

Yelp
This is an amazing little hotel on a canal very close to everything. The staff, especially Cecile and Liam, go above and beyond to make you feel at home. The rooms are super cozy with a nice breeze. We absolutely love it here!
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Anonymous M.

Yelp
One of the best hotels I've stayed at. On a trip through a couple countries in Europe we decided to stay here for a couple of nights. This was the quirkiest hotel I've ever seen, and I loved it! The staff was helpful and nice, and the main "lobby" was cozy and welcoming. The stairs to get to most of the rooms may not be fit for those with canes, walkers, wheelchairs, or anyone that has a tough time on regular stairs or a problem with balance as they are steep and, for my room at least, numerous. The room itself was clean, good-looking, and smelled amazing. The breakfast in the morning was very good, and they have snacks and drinks for sale all day, including a bar. In summary, it was quirky and awesome and I would absolutely suggest staying there!
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David C.

Yelp
Very Good hotel-- friendly people, funky decor, great location (right by the museums, tram stop, bus to the airport (route 197)). 24 hour low key bar. Basic euro-style buffet breakfast. Best part was very friendly staff, especially Thomas who helped us a ton. Recommended restaurants and got us reservations. Then our flight was canceled and we had to rebook through the airline and Thomas helped with that, waiting patiently to get us through to an English speaker at the airline. Room is small, with nice funky/upscale appointments. One star off because the bed was jammed against the wall, so if you are a couple, one will have to climb over the other to get out of bed.
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Anya L.

Yelp
The hotel lobby serves as a bar with great interior decorations and comfy lounge couches. The staff is incredibly helpful and pleasant. The room, however, is run down and lacks isolation. Neighbors showering, flushing the toilet, having sex, and simply walking produces an insane amount of noise. Not only that some of the rooms are located right next to the bar/kitchen area so prepare to hear people in the bar until late at night and then early birds having breakfast and the general kitchen's hustle and bustle which was unreasonably loud. If you plan on sleeping in or still suffering from jet lag, ask to have the room on the upper level or further away from the kitchen. The location was great, walking distance to major attractions.
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Boris D.

Yelp
Nice hotel and I did not use any of the bar services. The rooms were well maintained and the staff were friendly and attentive. There is a person attending the bar overnight to control the entry. The rooms are smaller than most Americans expect, but we were only in room to sleep and bathe. This is a great central location near Amsterdam Centraal Station where one can travel around Amsterdam and The Netherlands very conveniently. The area is remarkably quiet at night and just a picturesque place.

Irina B.

Yelp
The hotel lobby and bar are cozy and well decorated leading you to believe that the rooms would be the same. No. The room we stayed in was an upgraded larger room with a canal view. First of all it was very run down, wall paper peeling, paint chipping, a hole in one of the towels etc. The bedding was subpar as well very large lumpy pillows. The worst thing however was the noise. This room has 0 insulation and is under the second story hallway. So every single time a person dragged their bags across the hallway, it felt like this was happening 1 foot above your head. You could hear EVERYTHING, people walking, talking etc. We could not sleep as a result of all the noise from above.
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Fabian D.

Yelp
What a nice location is the Max Brown Hotel in downtown Amsterdam. There are parking places in front of the hotel, near the canal. So watch out when you park the car! We had a Yelp event in the lobby/bar of the hotel. The staff is very friendly. The hotel looks very cosy and small. But they have 40+ rooms. At the bar you can get everything you want in the bar: coffee, wine, small snacks. The walls of the hotel al very unique: they are made of old books. Every Friday there is live music. As a hotel guest you can use the hotel boat. The guestbook of the hotel is very special: just write down your experience at the wall in the lobby. For all the locals:, the hotel is not only for the tourists, just come in and drink a wine!

Alice C.

Yelp
Great service on arrival we where presented with a bag full of guides to the city and information which was a nice touch, hotel staff where excellent and room was clean and cosy perfect for our weeks stay. Cocktails where very nice also!

Wilford J.

Yelp
Dismissive service when checking in. Mostly ignored. Too expensive. Top rooms (109-111) are open to enclosed skylight area which was moldy and stinky. This smell was sucked in through the windows of the rooms because of a large shower vent which you could not turn off. Minimal breakfast.