Residence Inn by Marriott Amsterdam Houthavens

A highly recommended hotel. Not only does it boast beautiful scenery and comprehensive facilities, but it also has professional front desk staff. I must mention Anna, who works the night shift. On my second night, the low-frequency noise from the nightclub next door kept me awake. After contacting the front desk, Anna quickly moved me to a room on the other side, allowing me to sleep very comfortably that night. Her quick response and adaptability demonstrated her professionalism, making for a great experience.

I stayed at the Residence Inn Houthavens for 2 nights in October. This place is okay for a short stay -- my room had all the usual Residence inn amenities, such as a full kitchen, and the view of the harbor was serene and breakfast was fine. Two points that took away from this experience (plus 1 minor annoyance): First, be warned that the hotel is a bit far from the city centre, and that other than their luxury taxi service, it can be difficult to request a car from Uber or Bolt. There is one bus line that serves Houthavens -- your only option in terms of public transit. It took me nearly an hour on the day I arrived to find a car that was willing to go to Houthavens from Amsterdam Centraal. Second, Idk if it's a Dutch characteristic, but I personally felt that the customer service here was lacking. As a status holding Marriott member, I expect a lil something "extra" when I check into a Marriott hotel, esp if it's a paid stay, which this was. That something can be as small as a bar of chocolate or a bottle of spring water... Not only did I not receive anything at this Residence Inn, I got the distinct impression that I was inconveniencing whomever I was speaking to, whether that was to check in or to ask about amenities or whatever. I'm sorry, why is it difficult for you to do your flipping job without an attitude? I was not told about the gym and sauna (in the Moxy) available to Res Inn guests until after I'd checked out. If I'd known, I could've visited the gym at least once. And I received at least 1 email stating that I'd have to check in at the Moxy next door when this was inaccurate...

A little bit away from the centre but a nice quiet location. Frequent bus, every 10- 15 minutes and a short ride to Amsterdam Central. Comfortable well equipped rooms and decent breakfast. The gym is very good. Service in the Moxy bar is very poor. At one point bar staff left the bar unattended to play a game of pool. They were annoyed when I asked them to return to give me drink.

Great team here. The reception at Residence Inn and Moxy were incredible. It's a nice place to post up away from the crowds. Easy to Uber or bike from. Really enjoyed it even though our suite was the coldest hotel room ever.

Overall decent hotel and lovely people, breakfast option. It is removed from the hustle of the central part of the city so it’s a good break. You will get your steps in here ;) quiet, safe neighborhood as well. The bad: There is a door used to bus and port the the breakfast area, that slams shut hard every 10 to 15 seconds as staff come and go, it’s incredibly loud and disruptive, The sweet staff almost make up for that though . All else is as good as can be asked for in a hotel

My home away from home. Spent 2 weeks here and really great experience. Make sure to rent a bike or get Public Transport if you visit the city center. Credit Cards work on buses and trams!

I had a wonderful stay at the Residence Inn by Marriott in Houthavens, Netherlands. The hotel exceeded my expectations in many ways. The room was incredibly spacious, modern, and immaculately clean — everything felt fresh and well-maintained. I also loved the large windows that offered a beautiful view of the harbor, adding a calming touch to my mornings and evenings. The atmosphere throughout the hotel is peaceful and relaxing, making it a great place to unwind after a day of exploring Amsterdam. The layout and decor created a cozy yet sophisticated vibe that made me feel right at home. Just a small note: occasionally, when neighboring doors close, it creates a vacuum-like sound due to the air pressure — not a major issue, but something to be aware of. Overall, though, my experience was excellent, and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable and scenic stay in Amsterdam. Location is perfect for me, just about 20-30 minutes walk to the canals. It's not really a big problem, I love having long walks. There are bus stops 2 minutes away from the place so it is no problem too.

Although this is out of the way in Amsterdam, there is bus stops nearby that take you to Central Amsterdam. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The rooms are so comfortable especially the beds. There is a pool and sauna. The restaurant at the Moxy on the ground floor is very good and the breakfast included at the Residence Inn was delicious. The people at the check in are so knowledgeable and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.

YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR Would I stay here again? Yes Would it be my first choice? No Let me explain. The property is stunning housed in a funky tower sheathed with metal mesh. The hotel includes two properties: MOXY and the RESIDENCE INN that's a good thing: Residence Inn gets the cool MOXY vibe: check in at the bar, wild lobby decor, live DJ on weekends and acres of recreational space: pool, gym etc. Digital nomads will be overjoyed by thoughtfully designed spaces with lots of plugs, solid high speed internet, proper work surfaces and out of the way locations where on can work in peace. The rooms are clean and functional. MOXY rooms are smaller and less appointed, RESIDENCE INN gets a slight upgrade. And pets are allowed too. All in all great amenities, good property and a young and (mostly) cheerful responsive staff. So what's not to like? THE LOCATION Houthaven is a light industrial area with modern developments on its edges. There are few shops, a restaurant or two, a wildly expensive hairdressers and a few bits and bobs. The area feels desolate and soulless and there are few people wandering about. If you are looking for cafe culture, cute little shops, promenades to browse, THIS AIN'T IT The other issue is transport links. You have 3 options + bike (rentals available) + taxi / uber (expensive) + the government people limousine (aka bus) + walk All in all? A great package and well run operation. Just make sure that it fits your needs In fairness, the property is perfect for a certain type of clientele. Just make sure you are one of them! SUMMARY: GOOD BUT FAR

The hotel is very accommodating and has been fantastic. Anna has been especially helpful and a bright point after a hard days work.

Very inconvenient hotel. It is connected to the Moxy and basically to save money they don't even keep the residence inn reception open most of the time, nor does maintenance work on the weekends. This means no one answers the phone when you call from your room and no one checks the messages in the Marriott app. I also got some ghost phone calls twice to the room midday and could not see who was on the other line when I picked up. The other part of the inconvenience lies in the location. It is literally in the middle of nowhere, near business office buildings and warehouses with a view of shipping container ships and cruises. It is a 15 min Uber into the city center. The bathroom is also very moldy The only benefit here is the quiet/peace you get from this very boring hotel.

Wonderful 6 night stay at this combined Moxy/Residence Inn Houthavens. It is situated 10-15 minutes by bus outside the city center. Bus line 48 has a stop just at the end of the block and is very convenient. The hotel is basically on the campus of Tommy Hilfiger (PVH) so there are a lot of young professionals in the surrounding buildings. You can enjoy the amenities of both Moxy and Residence Inn. Being here almost a week I was very impressed by the courteous and helpful staff at every turn. A big thank you!! Definitely would recommend and stay here again.