Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam
Hotel · Grachtengordel-Zuid ·
Luxury hotel in historic canal palaces offering refined rooms
Luxury hotel in historic canal palaces offering refined rooms
"Spanning six canalside palaces, this thoroughly opulent outpost channels the Dutch Golden Age with Louis XIV–style staircases, intricate stuccowork, and 17th-century ceiling paintings. Politicians and celebrities prize its anticipatory, white-glove service—the sort that had rival hotels calling for Vermeer exhibition tickets in 2023—while 93 rooms and suites look onto the canal or a serene private garden. The Guerlain spa adds a sauna, steam room, and garden-facing pool, and the two-Michelin-starred Spectrum sees chef Sidney Schutte elevate top-tier Dutch produce with techniques honed in Hong Kong. Afternoon tea at Peacock Alley pops against walls painted the cornflower blue of Vermeer’s canvases." - Siobhan Reid
"A prestigious hotel in Amsterdam offering exceptional service and elegant accommodations."
"How did it strike you on arrival?Six spacious 17th- and 18th-century double-front canal palaces come together to create the Waldorf Astoria. A stately doorway with a double staircase opens up onto the Herengracht, just a 10-minute walk from Museumplein. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.The 93 rooms and suites offer ample space, a rarity in Amsterdam. Although each room is unique, they all reflect the historic characteristics of the six buildings. Think large windows with high ceilings, handsome armchairs, marble fireplaces, the occasional exposed beam, and luxurious fabrics in calming muted tones or natural colors that come together to create an atmosphere of timeless elegance. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies and other amenities?The large bathrooms come stocked with toiletries by Salvatore Ferragamo. The Murano glass lamps are noteworthy. Room service and food: Worth it?The hotel is home to one of the city's hottest restaurants. Librije's Zusje, led by chef Sidney Schutte, claims two Michelin stars. Indulge in a seven-course tasting menu that might include avant-garde dishes like Dutch lobster flavored with duck liver and tongue, lemon geranium, and lychee. Or keep it simple and order a la carte. A private garden helps to supply the hotel's restaurants. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.Retreat from the busy city outside and schedule a treatment at the hotel's Guerlain spa. All hotel guests have complimentary access to the sauna, steam room, relaxation room, and swimming pool. Bottom line: worth it, and why?This hotel stands out in a city full of trendy boutique hotels, offering spacious rooms that are both opulent and dignified." - Meredith Bethune
"The Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is renowned for its luxurious accommodations and impeccable service. It is a top-rated property located in the heart of Amsterdam." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"When the Waldorf Astoria opened its Amsterdam outpost in 2014, the iconic brand took six 17th- and 18th-century canal houses—two of which used to be official residences for the mayor, and at least three of which have architectural details by iconic artists—and transformed them into a distinctively Dutch version of world-class luxury. Located in the heart of the historic city, on the picturesque Herengracht canal, the color palette that runs throughout the four eateries (one of which received two Michelin stars within seven months of opening) and the 93 refined rooms were lifted straight from Vermeer’s famous Girl With the Pearl Earring painting. Soothing shades of lapis lazuli and ochre harmoniously complement the views through the large, white-framed windows, whether of the canal or the lush interior garden. The Waldorf also brought the brand’s signature superlative service and decadent spa, guaranteeing that the Amsterdam iteration would be just as beloved by the international elite as the original New York hotel."
