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The Highlander

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Dam Square

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In the heart of Amsterdam, The Highlander offers an eco-friendly retreat with a shopping mall on site and coffee shop/cafe. Explore nearby Madame Tussauds or unwind at the bar while enjoying in-room WiFi and a restaurant. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $258
$345 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 98-100, Amsterdam, 1012 SG

What's nearby

  • Dam Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Madame Tussauds - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sexmuseum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The 9 Streets - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anne Frank House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 24 min drive
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 9 min walk
  • Amsterdam (ZYA-Amsterdam Central Station) - 9 min walk
  • Rokin Station - 10 min walk
  • Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop - 1 min walk
  • Dam Stop - 5 min walk
  • Paleisstraat Tram Stop - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪INK Hotel Amsterdam - MGallery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pressroom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Zoccola del Pacioccone - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪MORTIMER - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Highlander

The Highlander offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Dam Square and Madame Tussauds. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of The 9 Streets and Amsterdam Museum. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition. Public transportation is just a short walk: Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop is steps away and Dam Stop is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
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Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (EUR 30 per day; discounts available)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's games
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books

What to do

  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Designer stores on site
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Tablet computer
  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 50.00 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 30 per day (3281 ft away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 stars.

Also known as

Citadel Amsterdam
Citadel Hotel
Hotel Citadel
Hotel Citadel Amsterdam
Citadel Hotel Amsterdam
The Highlander Hotel
The Highlander Amsterdam
The Highlander Hotel Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

Does The Highlander offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Highlander does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Highlander?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Highlander?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Highlander?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 50.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Highlander?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Highlander and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Dam Square (5-min walk) and Madame Tussauds (6-min walk), along with Leidseplein (1.1 mi) and Rijksmuseum (1.3 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near The Highlander?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Highlander like?

The Highlander is in Amsterdam City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Dam Square.

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Reviews

The Highlander Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, good, and convenient with many options and complimentary drinks available. (35 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient location with many nearby restaurants and a freshly cooked breakfast buffet. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

6/10 Good

Small room, very dark with bathroom open on the room. Overall the place was clean but there is improvement to be made. Good location - close to the station.
Salome, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Well appointed and nicely designed room in an excellent location. Friendly and attentive staff. Would recommend!
Jack, 4-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good location. Says family friendly but not the most convenient because there’s steps down into the hotel and the microwave to sterilize bottles (they did kindly give me access to it) was in bits - very old and stank.
Eimear, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was good, room and bed very comfortable and complimentary drinks/nibbles were a great idea and welcomed especially in lieu of a fully stocked bar.
Carol, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Excellent location with a delicious breakfast!
Maria, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was great, very nice hotel in the middel og everything. We walked all around Very friendly starf and free bar😄
Bitten, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a really comfortable and pleasant stay and would definitely return. I can’t fault anything. Staff can’t do enough for you and are extremely friendly, professional and helpful. 10/10 stay.
CHRISTINA, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Liza was absolutely AMAZING! She was kind and extremely knowledgeable. The hotel was beautiful and clean. The location is perfect!
Bryan, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good quality hotel with comfy beds, spacious rooms and helpful friendly staff. Great location. Easy walking distance to Centraal Station, Dam Square and Nine Streets district. Generous breakfast plus free coffee/drinks awaiting you after a long day out exploring.
Claudia, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location, amazing breakfast and access to coffee and drinks throughout the stay
Atossa, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, staff, breakfast and room.
Niklas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Would go again.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was exceptional! Our room was clean and cozy. Breakfast was super good.
Kathi, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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Colin, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel was easily walked to from train station. Many restaurants and stores near by.
PATRICIA, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful hotel in a great location, fabulous rooms (loved the colour-scheme for each floor), comfy bed, friendly and welcoming staff, nice breakfast 10/10
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Welcoming and comfortable hotel in a very convenient location close to transport links and attractions. Staff were very attentive & helpful, especially Liza. Would stay here again.
Rob, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was a bit small and I found the lighting to be difficult to turn on and off same
Sarah, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Cute room, nice amenities right in center of Amsterdam
Brenda, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and staff. Felt like you were valued. Great location. Walking distance to everything.
Irwin, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel to stay at if you are visiting Amsterdam for the first time and want to stay close by the airport.
Erik, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very centrally located. We were able to walk to most areas around Amsterdam. Hotel was nice and clean. We especially liked the complimentary wine, beer, water, and drinks. Staff were also very friendly.
Amy, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful stay! Comfortable room and great breakfast. Wish the staff would have told us the “minibar” downstairs was free when we arrived. This was an amazing stay and will stay again.
Wendy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Really enjoyed our stay and would return, only negative being the rooms weren’t sound proof, woke a lot to noises
C, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, small but had all necessities. Very friendly and attentive hosts. Excellent location
Kerry, 2-night trip