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The Highlander

3.5 star property
3-star Art Deco hotel near Dam Square

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The Highlander

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Lake
Lobby
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 25 per person)

Overview of The Highlander

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • BarBarBar
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Explore the area

Map
Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 98-100, Amsterdam, 1012 SG
  • Popular LocationDam Square5 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnne Frank House9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLeidseplein4 min drive
  • AirportAmsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)24 min drive

Room options

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

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 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

  • 247 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Amsterdam

Heart of Amsterdam.Within a 10-minute walk of this Amsterdam City Centre hotel, you'll find Dam Square and Madame Tussauds. Also, Anne Frank House is within half a mile (1 km) and Leidseplein is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Dam Square - 5 min walk
  • Sexmuseum - 5 min walk
  • Anne Frank House - 9 min walk
  • Leidseplein - 4 min drive
  • Van Gogh Museum - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop - 1 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 9 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Greenwoods - 2 min walk
  • INK Hotel - 1 min walk
  • La Zoccola del Pacioccone - 2 min walk
  • Tales & Spirits - 1 min walk
  • Mortimer Amsterdam - 2 min walk

About this property

The Highlander

3-star Art Deco hotel near Dam Square
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the eco-certified The Highlander. A complete renovation of The Highlander was completed in October 2019.

This Art Deco Amsterdam hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Highlander offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with tablet computers and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Amsterdam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Italian, Macedonian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (EUR 30 per day); discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Tablet computer

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 11.468 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day (3281 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 3 stars and is displayed on this page as 3 stars.

Property is 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

How close is The Highlander to the airport?

The Highlander is 10.8 mi (24-min drive) away from the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highlander?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlander on May 7, 2024 start from $282.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Highlander have an airport shuttle?

The Highlander offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 55 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is The Highlander to the beach?

This hotel is 7.5 mi (28-min drive) from Blijburg Beach and 17 mi (34-min drive) from Almeerderstrand. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Highlander offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Highlander, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Highlander?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Holland Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Highlander?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Highlander?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Highlander have a pool?

The Highlander does not have a pool.

Does The Highlander have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Highlander have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Highlander to downtown Amsterdam?

The Highlander is 0.2 mi away from Amsterdam.

The Highlander Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 200 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel!
A lovely stay at the Highlander, couldn't fault it at all! Arrived at 11am and they allowed us in our room as it was ready and got a free upgrade too. Room was a good size with a huge, comfortable bed and was nice and clean. Decor was a little dark (everything was black!) but looked stylish and fitted well with the theme of the hotel. The only thing that was a bit odd was the shower being out in the open next to the bed with only a little privacy glass. As we were two friends staying it was a little awkward! The hotel is in a great location within walking distance to Dam square, central station and the red light district with plenty of places to eat nearby. Would 100% recommend a stay here :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Genrik

Rooms were unique clean and cozy with comfortable bed. The location was near everything. The only thing was their breakfast was very poor in the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend away
Excellent location well equipped clean rooms. Staff were brilliant able to cater for celiac. Fabulous breakfast really sets you up for the day. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was amazing—clean and modern and very convenient access to/from train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Zohar

Liked: Room comfort
Bice not more
The hotel was nice no more. The service was not so good. When we change to other hotel we immediately saw the diffrent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stylish and great location
Only stayed one night at the Highlander, but was really impressed with how stylish the room was and the location which is very close to Dam Square. I slept really well and had a great shower, room service was efficient… My only regret was having to leave early the next day, so couldn’t take advantage of the breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean room, good breakfast as well
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Itay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
When the price is right (say, less than 300$)
The stay was great; the room was a bit small and stale, but the staff, hotel reception and breakfast were uplifting. The shower did not stay the same temperature long enough, but not too badly. For breakfast, they did not have a lot of vegan options, so they game me an additional sald that I liked a lot, along with the beans, mushrooms, granola and fruits served in the buffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023