NH Doelen in Amsterdam

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Built in 1883, the original architecture and furnishings make this hotel distinctive. As it is only a short walk away from the city centre this hotel is placed among historical buildings and attractions. The hotel boasts a variety of famous and artisitic guests including Queen Victoria, The Beatles and the Empress Sissi who has a room named after her. Rembrandt is said to have painted the work 'Night Watch' on the third floor of the hotel. The hotel's jetty means that you can arrive and travel around the city by boat. You can even be picked up for a boat tour through the city's canals from here.

Situated on the river Amstel, right in the centre of Amsterdam. The hotel portrays a life-style reflecting the middle 1800's when even the most famous and people were made to feel at ease in these majestic surroundings. The NH Doelen Hotel has 85 rooms, all equipped with cable and pay TV, modem connection, minibar, hairdryer, choice of pillows, room service, laundry service, in-room safe and trouser press. Non-smoking rooms are available.Four top-cooled meeting rooms, breakfast buffet, baby cots, business facilities, Scottish pub, Restaurant The Balmoral and jacuzzi (only on Empress Sissi Salon)

This property is not only one of Amsterdam's oldest hotels, but is also situated in the same building where Rembrandt produced his famous painting "The Nightwatch". The hotel overlooks one of the city's most charming canals and even has its own docking point for tour boats. It was originally built in 1530 as a soldiers lookout post, hence the famous Rembrandt painting.

The medium sized bedrooms are in good condition. They feature a predominantly red and yellow colour scheme evoking a Laura Ashley style room; being very cosy and elegant at the same time.

This hotel serves breakfast only and the breakfast room has delightful views over the Amstel River. There is also a small bar located next to the lobby and in the hotels former restaurant, there is now a Coffee Company which serves coffee, cakes and other light snacks in a friendly atmosphere, also overlooking the Amstel River.

The lobby is very traditional with marble flooring and antique ornaments, although it is quite small.

This traditional, old building is quite noticeable from the opposite side of the canal as it still retains many of its original features, most noticeably the watchmen from where Rembrandt got his inspiration.

This hotel has a perfect location and is a brilliant hotel for individuals wishing to experience a little Dutch history and for smaller groups.
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Resting upon the banks of the river Amstel this 17th century hotel boasts canal views and a private jetty, all a in the hart of Amsterdam

This hotel is situated at the heart of the city beside the Amstel, just a few minutes from many of the most popular tourist sights which includes the Dam.

General Information:Simplicity meets elegance on the banks of the River Amstel, within walking distance to the flower market, the theatre district, museums, commercial district and canals. Located in the centre of Amsterdam on the banks of the River Amstel. Close to the theatre district, museums, commercial district and canals. Two minutes walking distance to Rembrandtplein and the flower market.Location:Resting upon the banks of the river Amstel this 17th century hotel boasts canal views and a private jetty, all a in the hart of Amsterdam's historical city centre. Area:This hotel is well situated for those wishing to explore Amsterdam's city centre. Located close to Rembrandt square and the flower market it is a short walk from a variety of theatres and museums, including Rembrandt House, Rijksmuseum and the Jewish Historical museums, as well as several restaurants, cafes and bars.Recreation:'Lounge bar &, Restaurant', wireless internet access, laundry service, trouser-press, shoeshine service, cloakroom service, babysitting service, jacuzzi (only in Empress Sissi Salon). Rooms:85 rooms (including 1 suite, 5 junior suites, 3 executive rooms), direct- dial telephone, cable TV, pay per view films, Canal+, wireless internet access, modem connection, analogue line, mini bar, toiletries kit, hairdryer, choice of pillows (firm, soft, duvet,...), buffet breakfast, 12 hour room service, trouser-press, coffee and tea making facilities, safe, non smoking rooms.

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Amsterdam Schiphol airport : 20km a taxi journey is approximately 20 minutes. A shuttle service runs every half hour to the centre of Amsterdam. A train service Also runs to the central rail station. Central rail station : 1km Waterlooplein tram stop : 300 metres Muntplein tram stop : 2 minutes away.