W Amsterdam

W hotels are famous for their luxurious facilities and stylish design, and W Amsterdam is no different. If you’re looking for elegance in an excellent location, this slick renovation of a bank and telephone exchange is for you. The two ultra-cool buildings, the Bank and the Exchange, sit between Dam Square and Negen Straatjes, surrounded by many of Amsterdam’s cultural hotspots.

Dining at the W is a classy affair, and you’ll have three fantastic restaurants to choose from. The Duchess is a local favourite, serving up its Michelin-starred menu in the magnificent surroundings of the Bank’s former counting house. On the Exchange’s rooftop, Mr Porter serves steak alongside stunning views of the city, while The Butcher is more casual, for a quick bite at street level. 

The hotel has excellent fitness facilities too, with a fully-equipped gym and spa in what used to be the Bank’s vault. There’s also a large heated pool down there – quite a contrast to the hotel’s other pool, which sits on the Exchange’s rooftop, where you can swim alongside the city skyline.

The chic, cutting-edge decor continues in the rooms, which are spacious and feature contemporary fixtures and furnishings, including a Nespresso coffee machine and a Marshall sound system, so you can pump yourself up for a night out with your favourite tunes.