The Dutchman speaks about to stay
It is all about client reviews and expectations these days. Searching the internet will give you a lot of information, but is it true? As a local specialist I provide objective recommendations. In this blog, I share with you my personal experiences and impressions of hotels I visited.
Hotel V Nesplein
Amsterdam, May 2021… A perfect hideaway in a picturesque and quiet street at a stone throw away from Dam square, surrounded by restaurants, bars, shops and theatres. The 43 loft-style rooms are bright and spacious. Decorated with an eclectic mix of vintage 70’s furniture with contemporary design, which create an atmosphere of warmth and nostalgia.…
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Cruising the Kaag lakes and discover Costa Holanda
Badhoevedorp, September 2020… So nice to spend a day discovering new products and great initiatives. After a warm welcome at Corendon Village hotel Amsterdam we discovered unspoiled Dutch landscape just 30 minutes’ drive from Amsterdam on board the brand new boats of Rederij van Hulst with comfortable and corona proof flexible interior, high windows for…
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Hotel Des Indes: def a leading hotel in the world
The Hague, October 2019… What can I possibly say about Hotel Des Indes other than I really love everything about this hotel. First of all, the location at the Lange Voorhout; within walking distance from the Mauritshuis and Museum Escher, but also the Parliaments building, Noordeinde Palace and many fine dine restaurants and luxury shopping…
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Hotel de l’Europe Amsterdam: historic grandeur with original Amsterdam luxury.
Amsterdam, June 2020… Hotel de l’Europe Amsterdam has opened its doors again with a complete restyling and transformation of the ground floor areas. The result is stunning as the historic grandeur has been brought back with an elegance and original Amsterdam luxury. The lobby oozes charm and grandeur, with beautiful fabrics, comfortable furniture and the…
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Monastère Maastricht: Dutch design with southern hospitality
Maastricht, September 2018… For us, Amsterdam city people, Maastricht and the province of Limburg feels like going abroad and on vacation. The charm of the historic cities, the glowing landscape and the ‘joie de vivre’ of the people makes it special and so enjoyable. I am very happy to introduce a new 4-star boutique hotel…
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Hotel TwentySeven: 16 opulent luxury suites on Dam Square
Amsterdam, March 2018… A dream has come true for entrepreneur and awarded hotelier Mr. Eric Toren. The creation of the ultimate luxury hide-away right in the very heart of the city of Amsterdam. Boutique is a much-used term these days, but with only 16 lavishly decorated suites, Intuitive butler service, wine cabinets in every suite…
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Hotel Seven one Seven: home away from home
Amsterdam, January 2018… Always a pleasure to meet up with Mrs. Brita Röhl of Hotel Seven One Seven and no wonder they got awarded by Gault & Millau as Winner hotel of the Year in 2017. The service and individually designed suites is all about personal detail to attention and hospitality to make you feel…
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Wittenberg apartments: where Amsterdam feels like home
Amsterdam, December 2017… There is a growing demand for comfortable apartments, to feel like a local, away from the tourist center and avoiding steep staircases and tiny rooms. The Wittenberg opened its doors on December 4th after a complete renovation in a distinguished building dating back to 1722, alongside the New Keizersgracht canal. An urban…
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Hotel de Sterrenberg: a cozy hotel to wine, dine and relax
Otterlo, October 2017… Just a few minutes away from the Kröller-Müller Museum, you will find Hotel de Sterrenberg. A completely renovated wellness hotel on the Veluwe. It’s a modern and warmly decorated hotel with 44 nature inspired bedrooms. Besides a big indoor swimming pool, an infrared sauna and a professional fitness area, you can relax…
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Hyatt Regency Amsterdam in botanic Plantage district
Amsterdam, July 2017… An ideal location for both business and leisure travelers visiting Amsterdam. Spacious hotel rooms, inviting open public area’s and a top sustainability rating are the advantages of this newly build hotel. Contemporary, business-like décor mixed with references to neighborhood attractions, like the ‘living wall’ in the lobby with green plants (Botanical Gardens)…
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