Eden Amsterdam American Hotel

One of the most fanciful buildings on Amsterdam's long list of monuments, this castle-like mix of Venetian Gothic and Art Nouveau has been a prominent landmark and a popular meeting place for Amsterdammers since 1900. Designed by architect Willem Kromhout (1864-1940), this building represented a new simplification of the earlier, heavily ornamented neo-Gothic style of Amsterdam architecture. While the exterior of the American must always remain an architectural treasure (and curiosity) of turrets, arches, and balconies, the hotel's interior (except that of the cafe, which is also protected) is modern and chic, though at times a bit gaudy. Rooms are subdued and refined, superbly furnished, and gifted with great vistas: Some have a view of the Singelgracht, while others overlook kaleidoscopic Leidseplein. All are pink and bright, which perhaps appeals to the international rock stars who often stay here. The location, in the thick of the action and near many major attractions, is one of the best in town. Famous Café Américain is one of Europe's most elegant eateries. There is also the Bar & Lounge Américain, which has a closed-in terrace looking out on Leidseplein. Facilities: Restaurant (Continental); bar; exercise room; sauna; concierge; 24-hr. room service; in-room massage; laundry service; same-day dry cleaning Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Check-in Time:

3 PM

Check-out Time:

12 p.m.

Year Renovated:

2001

Total Rooms:

175 rooms.175

Total Floors:

6 floors.

Rooms:

190 units

Price

110€-270€ ($138-$338) double; 385€-470€ ($481-$588) suite; add 5% city tax, V

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, MC, V

Reservations

IB

Cancellation Policy

-24, In case of no show or late cancellation, the first night will be charged. A 100% charge of the original number of nights applies in case of early check out.

Directions

Tram: 1, 2, 5, 7, or 10 to Leidseplein

Area

At Leidseplein

Parking

No parking

Attractions

Ams 0 Mi SAmsterdam Concert Hall 0.7 MiAmsterdam World Trade Centre 2.3 MiAnne Frank House 1.1 MiCasino 0.1 MiConcert Building 0.5 MiDam Square royal Palace 1 MiHard Rock Cafe 0.2 MiHeineken Concert Hall 6.9 MiHeineken Experience 0.8 MiLeidseplein 0 MiRai Congress exhibition Centre2.1 MiRembrandt Square 1.5 MiRijks Museum 0.5 MiStedelijk Museum 0.5 MiVan Gogh rijks Museums 0.6 Mi Abn Amro 0 KmAkzo Nobel 18.8 KmBp Amsterdam 4.3 KmCorus British Steel 18.7 KmEricsson Telecommunications 3.12 KmIbm Nederland 3.12 KmLucent Technologies 25 KmNissan Europe 3.12 KmNortel 12.5 KmPhillips Electronics 3.12 KmPricewaterhouse Coopers 3.12 KmRai 2.1 KmShell 4 KmSony 3.12 KmTommy Hilfiger 0.5 Km

Dining

Restaurant & BarTwo of the most special places to "wine & dine" in Amsterdam are located in the Eden Amsterdam American Hotel. Our Caf? Americain is a sparkling "hot spot" for local Amsterdam people, writers and artists: who come along for a bite, a drink, or just for reading the newspaper at the reading table. Do you fancy meeting someone famous? Both national and international movie stars have been spotted in our renown Bar Americain from time to time. Bar Americain has recently been restyled and therefore is even more popular than before amongst locals. It is also still the "hot spot" for national and international movie stars. An ideal place for VIP-spotting while drinking an award winning cocktail. During summertime the terrace offers a great opportunity to watch people.Caf? AmericainWine and dine among the local Amsterdam people, artists and actors. The ambiance in the dazzling Caf? Americain is dynamic and most of all cosy. It has been called Amsterdam's living room by many and that is exactly how it feels. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, just a coffee or a pleasant drink. At the Caf? Americain or on the amazing terrace during the summer time, you will always feel comfortable.TerraceDuring the summertime and when the sun is shining, in front of the hotel the terrace is openend. Were you can enjoy a drink, lunch or dinner while watching the fountain and the sun.

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