AMSTERDAM
Where We Sleep
Amsterdam offers stays with soul, from canal-house boutiques and design-forward hideaways to grand hotels with river views. We’ve pared it down to the ones that matter — chic, character-filled addresses where waking up feels like part of the trip.
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Hotel 717
Just 13 individually designed rooms and suites.
Rich design with antiques, modern Dutch art, and canal views.
Breakfast served in-room or in the salon.
Located in the chic Nine Streets district.
24-hour concierge for personalized itineraries.
Intimate library lounge for guests only.
Prinsengracht
Set in a restored 17th-century canal house, Hotel 717 embodies understated luxury on the Prinsengracht. With only a handful of rooms, it feels more like a private residence than a hotel, blending historic charm with contemporary refinement. Personalized service, rich interiors, and an intimate setting make it one of the most discreet addresses in the city.
Location: Prinsengracht 717, 1017 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: From ~€250/night
Vibe: Intimate, historic, discreet
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Steps from boutiques, cafés, and the Jordaan.
Feels like staying in a private canal mansion.
The building was once a private family residence, and traces of its original 17th-century detailing remain throughout.
Pulitzer Amsterdam
225 rooms across 25 restored canal houses.
Eclectic interiors mixing antiques and modern Dutch design.
Inner gardens and courtyards for a residential feel.
Jansz, the hotel’s brasserie, offers polished all-day dining.
Pulitzer’s Bar is one of the city’s finest cocktail spots.
Prinsengracht
A cluster of 25 interlinked canal houses, Pulitzer Amsterdam is one of the city’s most iconic hotels. Its design marries historic bones with contemporary creativity, offering a labyrinth of rooms, courtyards, and lounges. It feels both quintessentially Amsterdam and refreshingly modern.
Location: Prinsengracht 323, 1016 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: From ~€290/night
Vibe: Iconic, creative, canal-classic
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Ideal for families, couples, and design lovers.
Complimentary boat tours for hotel guests.
Minutes away from the Jordaan and Nine Streets shopping.
The hotel runs its own vintage teak salon boat, often considered one of the most beautiful on the canals.
De Durgerdam
14 rooms and suites with lake or village views.
Interiors by Studio Framework — warm woods, linen, and pale hues.
Fine dining at De Mark restaurant with lake views.
Fireplace lounge and library for guests.
Easy access to cycling and sailing.
Quiet, village-like setting just 20 minutes from the city.
Noord
On the edge of the IJmeer, De Durgerdam is a lakeside retreat just outside the city proper. The restored 17th-century inn balances soft, Scandi-influenced interiors with nautical details, creating a hideaway that feels both local and contemporary. It’s a destination in itself while still being close to central Amsterdam.
Location: Mykonos Town, Mykonos
Price: From ~€350/night
Vibe: Lakeside, serene, design-forward
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Spa treatments on request.
A true retreat without leaving Amsterdam behind.
Boat journeys, paddle-boarding, and cheese tasting experiences offered.
The inn dates back to the 17th century and once served fishermen arriving from the IJsselmeer.
Hotel De Hallen
55 rooms with loft-like layouts.
Part of De Hallen, home to Foodhallen and art spaces.
Interiors mix industrial structure with retro furniture.
Café/restaurant Remise47 serves brasserie-style dishes.
Walking distance to Vondelpark and Jordaan.
Excellent value for design-conscious travellers.
Oud-West
Set in a converted tram depot in Oud-West, Hotel de Hallen is industrial cool with a boutique heart. The interiors balance concrete, steel, and glass with mid-century furnishings and vibrant art. It’s stylish, approachable, and perfect for travellers who want design at a gentler price point.
Location: Bellamyplein 47, 1053 AT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: From ~€200/night
Vibe: Industrial, urban, creative
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Public spaces filled with local art.
Feels distinctly Amsterdam but less formal.
The lobby showcases vintage tram benches, a nod to the building’s original function.
Kimpton De Witt Hotel
274 rooms, including specialty suites.
Interiors mix contemporary style with historic canal-house features.
Super Lyan cocktail bar on-site.
Restaurant Celia offers California-inspired cuisine.
Complimentary bikes available.
24-hour fitness centre.
Close proximity to the Central Station, Dam Square, and many attractions
City Center
A lively, design-conscious property, Kimpton De Witt brings an American boutique feel with Dutch twists. Its playful interiors, buzzy common spaces, and prime location near Central Station make it a popular choice for stylish travellers. It’s polished yet approachable, with all the extras Kimpton is known for.
Location: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 5, 1012 RC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: From around €250/night
Vibe: Playful, modern, buzzy
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Pet-friendly without extra fees.
Ideal for younger, energetic travelers.
Though not as locally rooted, it's great for an affordable yet luxurious and design-forward stay.
One wing of the hotel incorporates three restored 17th-century canal houses.
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De L’Europe Amsterdam
26 cliff-carved suites and villas, most with private infinity plunge pools
Stone-based architecture echoes the imaginary Cycladic palette
Seafood-led fine dining refined with Cycladic ingredients
Sunset cocktails on a cliffside bar with dramatic sea vistas
Wellness pavilion offering massages, meditation, and yoga
Exclusive yacht charters to hidden coves
Amstel River
One of Amsterdam’s great dames, De L’Europe blends Belle Époque grandeur with cutting-edge design collaborations. With Michelin-starred dining, riverfront terraces, and an art-filled interior, it offers full-scale luxury in the heart of the city. The hotel is both historic and fully modernized, making it a destination for serious indulgence.
Location: Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14, 1012 CP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: From €460/night
Vibe: Minimalist, sculptural, meditative
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Private pick-up Transfers from the island port included
Ultra-luxury feel despite small scale—just a few dozen guests max
Designer-led aesthetics, feature minimalism married to texture
Myconian O
Adults-only design ensures calm and intimacy throughout.
Subterranean spa carved into rock with treatments and steam bath.
Minimalist rooms, many with private plunge pool or shaded terrace.
Poolside OBar serving Mediterranean flavors with Aegean views.
Five-minute walk to Ornos Beach—accessible yet secluded.
Mykonos
Perched just above Ornos Beach, O delivers a subtle kind of grandeur—cavernous minimalism, a subterranean spa, and saltwater plunge pools paired with seamless service, all layered with Myconian sophistication. Its focus on privacy and modern design makes it one of the island’s most sought-after new addresses.
Location: Ornos Beach, Mykonos
Price: €600+ per night
Vibe: Chic, serene, ultra-contemporary
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Discreet service—breakfast, dinner, and transfers on demand.
Design Hotels member—signature aesthetic and curated experience.
Perfect for design-conscious travelers seeking elevated privacy.
Amanzoe
38 pavilions and villas, each with a private pool and expansive terrace
Private beach club, accessible via complimentary transfer
Holistic Spa offering Greek healing therapies, hydrotherapy, hammam rituals, and personalized wellness
Multiple dining venues, including a fine-dining Greek restaurant and Japanese-Mediterranean fusion concept
Fitness and recreation facilities include a gym, yoga pavilion, and tennis courts
Porto Heli
On a private Peloponnesian hilltop overlooking the Aegean, Amanzoe delivers the brand’s signature pared-back elegance—columned pavilions, marble infinity pools, and olive groves framing horizon-wide views. Equal parts wellness sanctuary and coastal hideaway, it offers a level of privacy and polish rare even by Greek luxury standards, with every moment curated to feel both expansive and intimate.
Location: Agios Panteleimonas, Porto Heli, Peloponnese
Price: €1,300/night
Vibe: Ultra-luxury, secluded, design-forward wellness
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Watersports and sailing experiences, plus private yacht charters to nearby islands
24-hour concierge team arranging everything from helicopter transfers to bespoke Peloponnesian wine tours
Child-friendly amenities on request
Parīlio
33 suites, each with private terraces
Interiors by Athens-based K-Studio, using natural textures and handcrafted details
Set near Kolymbithres and Monastiri beaches, both reachable within minutes
Outdoor pool framed by stone arches, designed as a focal point
Signature restaurant, Mr. E, serves refined Mediterranean dishes using local ingredients
Compact but well-equipped spa with treatments rooted in Greek botanicals
Paros
Set between Paros’s wild Cycladic landscapes and golden beaches, Parīlio is a sculptural retreat where raw stone walls, clean-lined Cycladic architecture, and a muted palette create a serene, design-forward sanctuary. The atmosphere blends barefoot luxury with architectural gravitas, offering the privacy and pace of a villa stay with the service and polish of a five-star hideaway.
Location: Naoussa Bay, Paros, Greece
Price: from €520 per night
Vibe: Sculptural minimalism meets Cycladic calm
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Access to curated island experiences, from private sailing to guided hikes
Sustainability-minded design with energy-efficient systems and locally sourced materials
Concierge can arrange private dining on nearby secluded beaches
Canaves Epitome
53 suites and villas, each with private heated plunge or infinity pool
Two restaurants serving modern Greek cuisine with locally sourced ingredients
Outdoor infinity pool with Aegean views
Wellness center with spa treatments and yoga pavilion
Concierge-arranged sailing tours, wine tastings, and helicopter transfers
Sunset terraces ideal for private dining experiences
Santorini
A short walk from Ammoudi Bay, Canaves Oia Epitome combines Santorini’s cinematic sunsets with airy, contemporary architecture—think lava-stone walls, whitewashed lines, and infinity pools that dissolve into the horizon. It’s the rare luxury property in Oia where every suite has both sunrise and sunset views.
Location: Oia, Santorini
Price: from €600/night
Vibe: Ultra-private, design-led island luxury
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Walking distance to Oia yet set apart from the crowds
Seasonal culinary events with guest chefs
Fully customizable romantic experiences, from yacht charters to cliffside dinners
24-hour butler service in select suites
Katikies Kirini
26 suites, all with private terraces and most featuring plunge pools overlooking the caldera
Infinity-edge main pool with uninterrupted volcano views
Anthós restaurant, serving elevated Greek cuisine with a focus on seasonal produce and paired Santorini wines
Full-service spa with caldera-facing treatment rooms and a hammam
Curated island experiences, from private yacht charters and wine tours to guided archaeological excursions
Santorini
Perched on the cliffs of Oia, Katikies Kirini fuses Cycladic architecture with clean, contemporary lines, delivering a fresh take on the classic caldera view. Spacious suites spill out onto private terraces, most with plunge pools, while common areas are dressed in whitewashed minimalism softened by organic textures and blue-water panoramas.
Location: Oia, Santorini
Price: from €650/night
Vibe: Cliffside calm with modern Cycladic elegance
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Close to Oia’s center, while remaining in a quieter, more private area
24-hour concierge and butler service for in-suite dining and activity planning
Elegant interiors blending Cycladic curves with design-conscious detailing
Wellness offerings include yoga, pilates, and bespoke fitness sessions on request
Exclusive partnerships with local vineyards and artisans for guest-only tastings and shopping
