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The Highlander

4.0 star property
4-star Art Deco hotel near Dam Square

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Point of interest

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 98-100, Amsterdam, 1012 SG
  • Place, Dam Square
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Madame Tussauds
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Anne Frank House
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪21 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Amsterdam

Central Amsterdam getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Amsterdam City Centre hotel, you'll find Dam Square and Madame Tussauds. Leidseplein and Rijksmuseum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Dam Square - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Madame Tussauds - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sexmuseum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The 9 Streets - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anne Frank House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪INK Hotel Amsterdam - MGallery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pressroom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MORTIMER - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Zoccola del Pacioccone - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Highlander

4-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. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at The Highlander.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • 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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 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 provided

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

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 12.50 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
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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.

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 4 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 Jan 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlander on Feb 5, 2026 start from $160.79, 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?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Highlander.

How close is The Highlander to the beach?

This hotel is 7.5 mi (28-min drive) from Blijburg Beach.

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. 347 out of 543 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 543 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 543 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 543 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 543 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room is very dark and the lighting is very poor. I was often putting on my phone flashlight to plug things in or look for things in my suitcase. I also didn't like the layout of the room. it made it very difficult to share a room with someone.The breakfast was delicious.The area is good walking distance from many important sites but the actual block is really that nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

City boutique style hotel

Lovely hotel in a great location. Although booking a deluxe room, it was quite compact. The walls were painted black, which made it very dark and difficult to get ready. Buffet style breakfast and an added bonus of free beer and wine in the evening, nice little touch! Would recommend but ask for a bright coloured room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irwin, Thornhill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff. Felt like you were valued. Great location. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located. We were able to walk to most areas around Amsterdam. Hotel was nice and clean. We especially liked the complimentary wine, beer, water, and drinks. Staff were also very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The third floor was a dark blue color making it seem very dark. The room being very small lacked a place to sit with my laptop. No chairs (window seat). I do not deem the Hotel a good value for the money. The staff was very polite and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute room, nice amenities right in center of Amsterdam
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

elchin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very small room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delainie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super cool vibes here, excellent amenities and service. Great location and quiet too. We stayed on the blue floor room 61 & 62 and the rooms were great! Note: the shower is ‘in’ the room. It is frosted glass but opens right into the room which is a bit of a nuisance when travelling with friends, but we worked with it. We would totally stay here again and recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Xiu Yan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fallon

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming and comfortable hotel in a very convenient location close to transport links and attractions. Staff were very attentive & helpful, especially Liza. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

PATRICIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was easily walked to from train station. Many restaurants and stores near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Huntingdon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel in a great location, fabulous rooms (loved the colour-scheme for each floor), comfy bed, friendly and welcoming staff, nice breakfast 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atossa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location, amazing breakfast and access to coffee and drinks throughout the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated in a great spot, within 10 mins walk to the central station and the city centre. There is also a tram stop very close by for longer trips. The hotel itself was fantastic! The rooms were very clean and had everything we needed. The reception staff were always friendly. Baasad in particular really helped us at check in to resolve an issue that we'd had with our agency booking. Although it may seem a small thing to some, having free drinks and snacks in the lobby was something we really appreciated (glass bottled sodas are something we especially loved!) Overall we would absolutely recommend this hotel to anyone wanting an Amsterdam stay that is close to the action, but far enough away to be lovely, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025