Kiwi Curated
Spotlight: Amsterdam
by Darren DunneResplendent with 17th century townhouses and a plethora of canals, Amsterdam offers one of Europe’s most charming city break destinations. There’s plenty to do in this storied metropolis too, ranging from the somber history of the Anne Frank House to the iconic culture of the Van Gogh Museum, and the mischievous possibilities of a visit to the Heineken brewery.
Despite containing so much to see and do, Amsterdam is eminently walkable, or if making like a local sounds appealing, best viewed from the saddle of a bike. Kiwi Collection features a number of centrally located Amsterdam hotels, so here’s some inspiration in Holland’s capital city.
Spotlight: Amsterdam
One of Amsterdam’s newest upscale accommodation options, Conservatorium Hotel mingles centuries-old heritage construction with a cutting edge selection of 21st century amenities to deliver a delightful guest experience. The hotel is perfectly poised in Museum Square, the cultural heart of the city, putting guests a short walking distance from the city’s most famous sights. Paying homage to the building’s original lofted ceilings, almost half of the guest accommodations are arranged in a spacious duplex layout, with brushed-oak flooring and beige furniture providing the finishing touches. A selection of restaurants, a lively bar and the Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Facility round out the guest amenities.
Spotlight: Amsterdam
Located waterfront on the Amstel River, De L’Europe is one of Amsterdam’s most historic hotels. A financial institution stood on the site for decades, and the many artworks by Holland’s masters that hang in the hallways and many of the recently renovated guest suites are a holdover from that time. The hotel is Gold certified by the Green Key program, an environmentally sustainable organization, while complimentary Wi-Fi Internet and use of an iPad in each guest accommodation ensure the outside world is always within reach. De L’Europe has also redefined Amsterdam’s dining scene thanks to the presence of Bord’Eau, a contemporary dining establishment that possesses two Michelin stars.
Spotlight: Amsterdam
In a former life, the building housing Andaz Amsterdam played host to the city’s public library, but under the watchful gaze of Dutch architect Marcel Wanders it’s been transformed into a fantastical dream world filled with mesmerizing sights. This 122-room hotel is close to the city’s attractions, but there’s plenty to see without ever setting foot outside. More than 40 video art pieces are dotted throughout, and there’s a romantic and secretive garden (pictured above) as well as the Observatorium which contains a history of Dutch seafaring told through light-fixture constellations and beautiful Old World maps.
One of Amsterdam’s newest upscale accommodation options, Conservatorium Hotel mingles centuries-old heritage construction with a cutting edge selection of 21st century amenities to deliver a delightful guest experience. The hotel is perfectly poised in Museum Square, the cultural heart of the city, putting guests a short walking distance from the city’s most famous sights. Paying homage to the building’s original lofted ceilings, almost half of the guest accommodations are arranged in a spacious duplex layout, with brushed-oak flooring and beige furniture providing the finishing touches. A selection of restaurants, a lively bar and the Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Facility round out the guest amenities.
Located waterfront on the Amstel River, De L’Europe is one of Amsterdam’s most historic hotels. A financial institution stood on the site for decades, and the many artworks by Holland’s masters that hang in the hallways and many of the recently renovated guest suites are a holdover from that time. The hotel is Gold certified by the Green Key program, an environmentally sustainable organization, while complimentary Wi-Fi Internet and use of an iPad in each guest accommodation ensure the outside world is always within reach. De L’Europe has also redefined Amsterdam’s dining scene thanks to the presence of Bord’Eau, a contemporary dining establishment that possesses two Michelin stars.
In a former life, the building housing Andaz Amsterdam played host to the city’s public library, but under the watchful gaze of Dutch architect Marcel Wanders it’s been transformed into a fantastical dream world filled with mesmerizing sights. This 122-room hotel is close to the city’s attractions, but there’s plenty to see without ever setting foot outside. More than 40 video art pieces are dotted throughout, and there’s a romantic and secretive garden (pictured above) as well as the Observatorium which contains a history of Dutch seafaring told through light-fixture constellations and beautiful Old World maps.