Hotel Information: Guests enter this 17th-century townhouse on an exclusive, fashionable stretch of the Keizersgracht canal through a stone archway and courtyard. The striking fusion of European and Oriental decor is epitomized by a lobby mixing classic drawing room style with large, modern lamps and Japanese-style benches. The hotel attracts a wealthy, sophisticated clientele seeking an unusual, upscale environment.

Amenity highlights: The hotel’s gourmet restaurant offers contemporary cuisine, and summer diners spill into a recently renovated terrace. A light menu is served in the 20-meter (66-foot) Long Gallery, and Bar Barbou is open until 1 AM. Wireless Internet access (complimentary network cards are offered at the reception desk for a deposit) is available throughout the hotel, and guests have 24 hours access to the fitness center.

Insider tip: Two blocks from the hotel, the Looier Antiques Center offers a large and eclectic selection of art and antiques. The hundred are open Saturday through Thursday, from late morning through afternoon, and are a magnet for both window shoppers and serious collectors.

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Rooms

The 41 guestrooms at The Dylan Amsterdam are individually designed, each offering a blend of European and Oriental styles. The decor features bold color schemes, well-crafted Oriental furniture, and potted orchids. Guestrooms in the original 17th-century building have VCRs, and many have four-poster beds, exposed beams, and floor-to-ceiling drapes. Guestrooms in the 1999 extension have more streamlined décor and DVD players, and are accessed via ultra-minimal, white corridors. All rooms offer a desk or a small two-seat dining table, closets with sliding slatted doors, and slender, high-backed chairs. Guestrooms are all non-smoking.

Room Amenities

• Internet access - wireless
• Cable/satellite TV
• CD player
• In-room safe
• Hair dryer
• Hypo-allergenic bedding available
• Air conditioning
• Climate control
• Complimentary newspaper (M-F)
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Internet access - surcharge
• Multi-line phone
• Minibar
• Bottled water in room (complimentary)

• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping (daily)
• Turndown service
• Designer toiletries
• Makeup mirror
• Massage - available in room
• Slippers
• Bathrobes
• Bathroom scale
• Extra towels/bedding in room
• Child care (in room, surcharge)
• Iron/ironing board (on request)
• Window opens
• Rollaway beds
• Cribs (infant beds) available

Recreation

Cycling is one of Amsterdam’s most popular forms of transportation, with dedicated bike lanes on many streets, and the hotel has a limited number of bicycles for rent. In winter, an ice skating rink is created in Dam Square, four blocks from the hotel. Vondelpark and its network of paths are popular with joggers, and the historic Zuiderbad public swimming pool has recently been restored to its former glory; both are one km (a half-mile) from the hotel.

Guests receive a discounted rate at a fitness center two blocks from the hotel, where facilities include a gym with cardio and resistance machines, sauna, and Turkish bath.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

• Golfing nearby
• Ice skating nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Rowing or canoeing nearby
• Aerobics nearby

• Volleyball nearby
• Tennis nearby
• Running track/path nearby
• Basketball nearby
• Pilates classes/instruction nearby
• Yoga classes/instruction nearby

Property Amenities

Complimentary wireless Internet access is available throughout The Dylan Amsterdam, and complimentary network cards are available from reception. The hotel’s public areas are a striking blend of European and Oriental design, including a bar, a 20-meter (66-foot) lounge, and a popular gourmet restaurant that serves contemporary cuisine. In summer, guests can dine on the terrace. On request, the hotel can arrange for a driver to collect guests from the airport (surcharge). Valet parking is available (surcharge).

The hotel has three meeting rooms, the largest of which can accommodate 80 for social gatherings, private dinners, etc. Although the hotel has no formal business center, guests have limited complimentary use of a PC, as well as faxing, printing, scanning, and copying services at reception (at manager’s discretion; surcharge applies for prolonged use).

Active guests enjoy complimentary access to the on-site fitness center.

• Air-conditioned public areas
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Bar/lounge
• Airport transportation (surcharge)
• Business services
• Number of rooms: 41
• 24-hour front desk
• Number of floors: 4
• Dry cleaning service
• Banquet facilities
• Elevator/lift
• Cell phone/mobile rental
• Complimentary newspapers in lobby
• Computer rental
• Concierge desk
• Currency exchange
• Doorman/doorwoman
• Event catering
• Express check- in

• Express check-out
• Fireplace in lobby
• Internet access in public areas - complimentary
• Internet access - wireless
• Limo or Town Car service available
• Medical assistance available
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Multilingual staff
• Parking (surcharge)
• Parking (valet)
• Parking nearby
• Porter/bellhop
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Room service (24 hours)
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Self parking
• Shoe shine
• Smoke-free property
• Use of nearby fitness center (discount)

Policies

Smoking is not permitted in any guestroom, although certain public areas of the hotel do allow smoking.
Extra person charges may apply depending on hotel policy.
Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 3 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Fees

The following fees are charged by the property at check-in or check-out.

• A city tax of 5% is applicable to all bookings; this charge is not included in the rates and is payable locally.

The above list is not comprehensive; fees are subject to change.

Dining

The Dylan Restaurant - This popular gourmet restaurant offers continental breakfast, English breakfasts, and lunch and dinner menus of contemporary cuisine. Converted from an old bakery, this intimate dining room has original baking ovens and exposed brickwork. Open every day (except Sunday evenings); reservations essential.

Long Gallery - A 20-meter (66-foot), brick-floored room with exquisite design, overlooking the garden, and offering light cuisine. Open daily, from midday to late evening.

Lounge and Bar Barbou - Drinks are served daily, from early morning to late evening.

Address

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Keizersgracht 384

Amsterdam, 1016 GB

Netherlands

Nearest major airport:

Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS-Schiphol)

Area:

Canal Loop, Amsterdam, Netherlands