The Hoxton Hotel in Amsterdam
The Hoxton hotels are my current favourite in Europe. After staying at two locations in London, I was thrilled to see that the Hoxton has opened a property in the best neighborhood in Amsterdam!
Located on the Herengracht canal, the property itself is made up of 5 canal houses and was the mayor's house in the 1700's. The Hoxton Amsterdam does a great job at maintaining the historical feel while also conveying a super hip vibe. I felt right at home. Here's what I loved:
The Location. For my first trip to Amsterdam, this location in the area called "Nine Streets" was simply perfect. The neighborhood is filled with cafes and shops, and I could easily walk everywhere I wanted to go due to it being so central.
The Lobby. Like other Hoxton's, the lobby is appointed with distressed wooden tables, comfy velvet couches, leather lounge chairs and gentle lighting. The lobby is busy all day and night; I love to sit, read a book, check email and have a cappuccino while taking in the hustle and bustle of the other guests.
The Rooms. Each room is just so chic - minimal yet comfortable. Both the room and bathroom were well-sized with an eclectic mix of furniture and decor. And, most importantly, the bed was super comfy!
The Food. The hotel's restaurant, Lotti's, is popular with both locals and tourists. It's somewhat of a brasserie with locally-sourced ingredients. And the best part, other than the white bean dip I ordered via room service on my first evening? The retractable roof that opens on sunny days.
Every morning, the hotel provides guests with a to-go bag of yogurt, a banana and orange juice - FOR FREE. You'll find it hanging outside your door at your pre-chosen time. Oh, and the hotel provides free bottles of water. That benefit alone saved me easily 50 euros over my weekend stay.
The Service. From the front desk receptionists and bartenders to the cleaning crew and waitstaff, every person with whom one interacts is solely focused on delivering their guests a fantastic experience.
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