
Amsterdam is filled with hip hotels that combine the coolest of 21st-century style with the charm of historic buildings, luxurious rooms and up-to-the-minute bars and restaurants. Many of the coolest hotels in Amsterdam cluster in the Negen Straatjes neighbourhood and elsewhere on the Canal Belt and in the neighbouring Jordaan district. You'll also find ultra-cool places to stay in the newly-trendy Noord and Eastern Docklands neighbourhoods. Our hotel experts have scoured the city to bring you their top picks of the hippest city stays including properties primed for night owls, design hotels, boutiques, luxury stays, and even options with co-working spaces. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next break?
For night owls

- Guests at Sir Adam Hotel can enjoy two of the city's coolest nightspots, smart bars and restaurants and a rooftop bar with breathtaking sunset views atop the landmark A'DAM Toren.
- The lobby bar at Hotel V Nesplein is the perfect spot for after-dinner drinks or a nightcap after an evening on the town. Bedrooms are quietly colourful in a stylish minimalist way.
For retro style

- Like its London namesake, The Hoxton is so hip it hurts. High-ceilinged rooms feature brass chandeliers, original wood floors, vintage mirrors and exposed beams and brickwork. A favourite with the young and trendy.
For foodies
- Flawless service is a hallmark of The Dylan, where the menu at the Michelin-starred Vinkeles restaurant matches the flair of stunning luxury suites. A standout stay.
- Sir Albert is well known for its restaurant Izakaya which serves Japanese-inspired food, beautifully presented in tapas-style portions. The rest of the hotel is pretty stylish too with a grown-up masculine feel. Expect luxurious rooms decorated in white with dark furniture and all the modern gadgetry.
For co-working spaces

- Located in Amsterdam's buzzing Eastern Canal District, Zoku combines sleek and modern rooms with stunning, open-plan communal spaces where guests can socialise, work, and eat together. A perfect base for travelling professionals. Stylish and contemporary living.
- Volkshotel is an old Newspaper Office HQ which has been artfully redesigned as a creative hub. The contemporary feel runs throughout the hotel, from the flexi-work space to the exciting bar and nightclub. Ideal for those who want to work by day and party by night!
For art lovers

- Fantasy design themes in public areas and bedrooms turn Andaz Amsterdam into a virtual art installation. With the Rijksmuseum nearby, this is a real crowd-pleaser for art enthusiasts.
- The on-site 5&33 Gallery at Art'Otel Amsterdam features work by contemporary artists, and rooms are filled with work from hotel owner Joep van Lieshout's studio. A very chic choice.
- Cocktails on the terrace at College Hotel, beside the Vondelpark, are a perfect way to finish a day at the nearby Rijksmuseum.
For the design

- Hotel Van de Vijsel is a beautifully crafted hotel offering cool contemporary aesthetics in the heart of the city. Designed in and out with wood while mixing traditional and modern designs. Rooms are simple with a Scandi-chic feel (plenty of wood again and simple crisp white linen). A stylish choice.
- Hotel The Exchange is a central, fashion-themed, hotel occupying three buildings. Each room tells a story and was designed by students from Amsterdam Fashion Institute, from costume drama in the "Marie Antoinette” suite to the “Catwalk” room with an illuminated runway. For style-conscious urbanites.
- Hotel de Hallen is a unique design hotel located in a former tram depot. Having undergone a loving conversion, the hotel offers contemporary rooms with vintage touches. Complete with the chic international restaurant Remise47, this is a smart city stay.
For a boutique

- Mr Jordaan is a small boutique hotel in the hip Jordaan district. Chic boutique interiors include bare brick walls, Sixties/Seventies retro designer chairs, and contemporary lamps. A stylish base for a city break.
- Morgan & Mees is a cosy boutique hotel located in the bohemian Amsterdam West district. Stylish guestrooms boast COCO-MAT beds, unique artwork and Marie Stella Maris toiletries. With a contemporary hotel restaurant, this is a chic city guesthouse.
For luxury

- Hotel Arena is a chic four-star hotel located in a heritage property on the edge of Amsterdam's city centre. Rooms are bright and inviting with vintage design pieces. A stylish city option with a good range of amenities and that perfect mix of traditional and modern design.
For great value

- Hotel Not Hotel is a unique property merging art, design and hospitality. Rooms, not immediately obvious on first impressions, are in themselves large art installations. There's a lively common area which offers both breakfast and later cocktails and Thai food. A hip and well-priced option.
- Max Brown Hotel offers stylish rooms, in a great central location, all at a reasonable price. Larger rooms have great views over the Herengracht canal — one of Amsterdam's prettiest. Major sights and nightlife are all easily accessible. A hipster hang-out ideal for city exploring.
- CitizenM Amsterdam South provides accessible modern Dutch design at affordable prices. Small high-tech rooms are bright and airy, with top-notch accessories including rain showers and free movies on demand. The living and canteen area are lively meeting spots. A cool and good value choice for a city break.
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