Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam opened on 1 May 2014 across six monumental 17th- and 18th-century canal palaces on the Herengracht, part of the UNESCO-listed canal ring. The double-fronted houses are linked by an interior staircase built by Daniel Marot, court architect to Louis XIV, and the hotel preserves the spirit of the Dutch Golden Age throughout. A Hilton property under the Waldorf Astoria brand, it is rated five-star superior and holds 93 rooms and suites overlooking either the canal or a private courtyard garden. Its dining is led by Spectrum, which holds two Michelin stars, and its wellness by a Guerlain Spa. Though quiet and secluded, it sits close to the lively Rembrandtplein and the shops of Utrechtsestraat, with the Jewish Quarter and the Portuguese Synagogue within walking distance. It is one of the most refined addresses in the city.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | 5-star superior (Hilton / Waldorf Astoria) |
| Opened | 2014 |
| Building & history | Six 17th-/18th-century double-front canal palaces; interior staircase by Daniel Marot |
| Last renovation | [to confirm] |
| Style | Classic Golden Age with contemporary touches |
| Total rooms & suites | 93 |
| Key room types | Canal-view and courtyard rooms; King Grand Canal View, Brentano and Röell suites [m2 to confirm] |
| Restaurants & bars | Spectrum (2 Michelin stars, French with Dutch ingredients); Peacock Alley (all-day / lounge); Vault Bar (in a former bank vault) |
| Spa & wellness | Guerlain Spa with indoor pool, saunas and a well-equipped gym |
| Meetings & events | Yes |
| Location | Herengracht 542-556, Canal Ring; near Rembrandtplein and Utrechtsestraat |
A Guerlain Spa with a small indoor pool, saunas and a well-equipped fitness room.
Discerning travellers who want a discreet, design-rich canal-house stay with two-Michelin-star dining and a destination spa.
Sources: hotel's official website. Fields marked [to confirm] should be verified before publishing.