Best hotels in and around Amsterdam

Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam

Herengracht 542 556

Best for: Families · Drivers

• Swimming pool
• Spa
• Parking

Why stay hereSet on the Herengracht, the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam pairs canal-side calm with an indoor pool, spa and sauna for days when the city can wait. A restaurant, bar and garden terrace cover long evenings, and bike rental puts the canals within easy reach. Families are welcomed with family rooms, and pets are allowed. Guests rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 1573 reviews.

Luxury Suites Amsterdam

Oudeschans 75

• Bar
• Air conditioning

Why stay hereLuxury Suites Amsterdam keeps its 5-star offering deliberately simple: a bar, air conditioning and a lift at Oudeschans 75. That suits travellers who want the address and the rating without a long list of extras to sift through. Rooms run cool in summer, and the lift spares you the stairs. It holds 4.8 out of 5 from 659 reviews.

Hotel TwentySeven

Dam 27

Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets

• Spa
• Restaurant
• Bar

Why stay hereAt Dam 27, Hotel TwentySeven puts a spa and jacuzzi at the centre of the stay, with a restaurant, bar and terrace for the rest of the day. Couples and anyone marking an occasion will find the setup fits. Pets are allowed, and a 24-hour front desk and concierge handle arrivals at any hour. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 439 reviews.

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park Small Luxury Hotels

Mauritskade 61

Best for: Families · Drivers

• Spa
• Parking
• Breakfast

Why stay herePillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park sits at Mauritskade 61, near the green space its name points to. The spa, sauna and massage cover recovery, while a restaurant, bar, garden and terrace fill the rest of the day. Kitchenettes and family rooms suit longer stays with children, and pets are allowed. It scores 4.8 out of 5 from 359 reviews.

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam

Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197

Best for: Families · Drivers

• Swimming pool
• Spa
• Parking

Why stay hereSofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam occupies Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197, and its indoor pool, spa and sauna make it a strong pick for travellers who want to swim and unwind after walking the canal ring. A restaurant, bar and garden terrace keep meals and drinks on site, with bike rental for getting around. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2561 reviews.

Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht By Hyatt

Prinsengracht 587

Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

• Spa
• Parking
• Breakfast

Why stay hereAndaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht By Hyatt brings a spa, sauna and massage to its Prinsengracht 587 address, alongside a restaurant, bar and garden terrace. It suits guests who want both wellness facilities and a lively ground floor. Pets are allowed and the hotel is wheelchair accessible. Guests give it 4.7 out of 5 from 1416 reviews.

The Dylan Amsterdam

Keizersgracht 384

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Fitness centre

Why stay hereThe Dylan Amsterdam on Keizersgracht 384 is a compact 5-star base with a restaurant and bar, plus massage and a fitness centre for guests who keep to a routine. A terrace and garden add somewhere to sit between outings, and bike rental makes the canal belt easy to cover. It scores 4.7 out of 5 from 631 reviews.

Brasss Hotel Suites

Korte Veerstraat 1

Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

• Spa
• Parking
• Breakfast

Why stay hereA 5-star address on Korte Veerstraat where the spa, sauna and jacuzzi set the tone for a slow, indulgent stay, rounded off with a bar, terrace and room service. Guests score it 4.6 from 215 reviews. Couples and anyone marking an occasion will get the most from it, and bike rental makes the city easy to explore from the door.

vakantiehuisje De Blaauboer

Doctor Wiardi Beckmanlaan 113

Best for: Drivers

• Free parking
• Beach nearby
• Free Wi-Fi

Why stay hereA 5-star holiday home on Doctor Wiardi Beckmanlaan, De Blaauboer gives guests their own terrace and garden plus complimentary parking. Bikes can be rented on site and the beach is nearby. With 12 reviews and a 4.6 rating, it suits families or small groups who want space and quiet rather than a full-service hotel.

Zoku Amsterdam

Weesperstraat 105

Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa

• Spa
• Parking
• Restaurant

Why stay hereZoku Amsterdam on Weesperstraat 105 is built for longer stays: kitchens and kitchenettes let guests cook, and a restaurant and bar cover the nights they don't. A spa, massage, terrace and garden round out the communal side. It suits remote workers and extended visitors rather than short leisure breaks. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2815 reviews.

Hotel Estheréa

Singel 303 309

Best for: Families · Drivers

• Parking
• Bar
• Fitness centre

Why stay hereHotel Estheréa at Singel 303 309 is a 4-star option with a fitness centre and bar, plus family rooms for those travelling with children. A concierge and a business centre add practical support, and parking is available. Its central Singel position suits guests who plan to spend their days on foot. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 from 1626 reviews.

Inn on the Lake

Kerkplein 11

Best for: Families · Drivers

• Swimming pool
• Spa
• Free parking

Why stay hereAt Inn on the Lake on Kerkplein, the wellness area with pool, sauna and jacuzzi is the main draw, backed by a restaurant, bar and room service. Children get a playground and family rooms, and guests can borrow bikes or walk to the nearby beach. A 4.8 rating from 193 reviews makes this a strong pick for couples and families.

Slot Hotel Schagen

Slotplein 4, Schagen, Netherlands

Why stay hereSlot Hotel Schagen sits on Slotplein 4 in Schagen, a 3-star base with a 4.5 rating from 275 reviews. Travellers who want a well-reviewed, straightforward stay outside the bustle of central Amsterdam, with the town and its surroundings close at hand, will find it a practical choice.

Hotel Medemblik

Oosterhaven 1, Medemblik, Netherlands

Why stay hereOn Oosterhaven 1 in Medemblik, this 3-star hotel pairs a 4.5 guest rating from 272 reviews with a harbour-side address. It suits guests who prefer a smaller IJsselmeer town as their base and want consistently rated accommodation close to the water.

Hotel Bleecker by BHC

Bloemendaalseweg 90

Best for: Families · Drivers

• Parking
• Breakfast
• Restaurant

Why stay hereHotel Bleecker by BHC on Bloemendaalseweg 90 offers a restaurant and bar, breakfast, parking and a terrace and garden, with family rooms for those travelling with children. Bikes can be rented and the beach is nearby. With 146 reviews and a 4.5 rating, it fits guests who want a relaxed, well-reviewed 3-star stay.