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A five-star hotel by the Amstel canal in De Pijp, opened in 1971, with Ciel Bleu on its 23rd floor and several Japanese restaurants.
De L’Europe Amsterdam
A grand riverside hotel at Muntplein, opened in 1896, with 107 rooms and suites, a pool and spa, and several restaurants overlooking the Amstel.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury heritage hotel
- Area
- Centrum, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- deleurope.com
Good to know
- Amstel views
- Pool
- Spa
- Fitness studio
- Several restaurants
- Private transfers
Why we recommend it
De L'Europe opened on 23 September 1896 as the Hotel de l'Europe, designed by the architect Willem Hamer Jr on a site at the bend of the Amstel where the medieval Rondeel tower and later an inn had stood. Its red-and-white façade, rising straight from the water by Muntplein, has been a landmark of central Amsterdam for well over a century. The building became a national monument in 2001, the hotel took its present name in 2011, and it is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Alfred Hitchcock used it as a location for his 1940 film Foreign Correspondent.
The original hotel had 50 rooms; today there are 107, including 55 suites and a five-bedroom penthouse. Suite categories range from connecting family suites to signature suites, and rooms in the 'T Huys wing add further space. Many rooms look over the Amstel or the surrounding canals, and the interiors combine classic furnishings with modern comforts.
Dining is a strong point. The hotel's restaurants and bars include Restaurant Flore, Brasserie Marie, Trattoria Graziella, Chapter 1896 and Freddy's Bar, and high tea is served for those who want a lighter treat. The Mind and Body area has a swimming pool, jacuzzi, saunas, a fitness studio and treatment rooms offering Biologique Recherche treatments.
The hotel suits couples on a special trip, travellers who want a classic grand hotel in the very centre, and families who need connecting rooms or suites. It also arranges private transfers from the airport or station. Contact the hotel by email for bookings and special requests, and ask for a river-view room if the view matters to you.
Its position is hard to beat: Muntplein, the Flower Market on the Singel, Rembrandtplein and Kalverstraat are all a few minutes' walk away, and Dam Square is about ten minutes on foot. Rokin metro station and trams at Muntplein are close by, giving quick access to Central Station and Museumplein. Café de Jaren is a few doors down the street, and a canal boat from one of the nearby jetties is an easy way to see the city from the water.
De L’Europe Amsterdam FAQs
When did the hotel open?
On 23 September 1896.
How many rooms does it have?
107, including 55 suites, plus a penthouse suite.
Is there a pool?
Yes, the Mind and Body area has a swimming pool, jacuzzi and saunas.
What restaurants are there?
They include Restaurant Flore, Brasserie Marie, Trattoria Graziella, Chapter 1896 and Freddy's Bar.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes, there are connecting family suites.
Does it arrange transfers?
Yes, private transfers can be arranged.
How do you contact the hotel?
By email at [email protected] or through the contact form on its website.
What is nearby?
Muntplein, the Flower Market and Rembrandtplein.