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The Highlander

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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The Highlander in central Amsterdam offers eco-friendly amenities like a shopping mall, coffee shop, bar, and restaurant. In-room WiFi keeps travelers connected, and the staff are praised for their helpfulness. Major attractions are just steps away.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is P11,378
P13,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Down duvet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 98-100, Amsterdam, 1012 SG

What's nearby

  • Dam Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Madame Tussauds - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sexmuseum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The 9 Streets - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anne Frank House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

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
  • ‪La Zoccola del Pacioccone - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪MORTIMER - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Highlander

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2019 and located near Dam Square
Located close to Madame Tussauds and Leidseplein, The Highlander provides a shopping mall on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's books, and art supplies
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, tablet computers, and coffee/tea makers

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.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Renovated entire property - October 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Tablet computer

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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

Is The Highlander pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highlander?

As of Nov 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlander on Dec 3, 2025 start from P 11,378.23, 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.

What time is check-in at The Highlander?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Highlander?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Highlander located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dam Square and Madame Tussauds. Leidseplein and Rijksmuseum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Dam Stop is 5 minutes.

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The Highlander Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 522 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 522 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 522 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 522 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 522 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

PATRICIA

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Irwin

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Niklas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff, breakfast and room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, small but had all necessities. Very friendly and attentive hosts. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful stay! Comfortable room and great breakfast. Wish the staff would have told us the “minibar” downstairs was free when we arrived. This was an amazing stay and will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Very good hospitality, courtes staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay at if you are visiting Amsterdam for the first time and want to stay close by the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super great area and the hotel was awesome. Free beer and other drinks and snacks. The location is great for walking and bike rentals just down the road. Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

elchin

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

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a great location was walkable to every site we wanted to visit! Hotel decor was really fun and modern! Shower was great and so was the morning breakfast! Very enjoyable stay! Staff very friendly welcoming environment
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very low lighting in bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hotel 10 minutes walk from the station. The staff were brilliant and we'd happily stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

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

Great location

Location was perfect to explore the city. The bed was very comfortable and we had great service. Breakfast had lots of options and we had complementary drinks throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Great place! Very quiet despite being in a busy location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not really any food options except for breakfast however several places within walking distance. Bed was super comfy!!, hotel was a solid choice to either walk to jordaan or the busy streets of red light district. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

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

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect. Room was cozy and the bed was super comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Sleep of dreams

Amazing, so so comfortable, rooms felt very thought about, the bed was like a cloud, 100% recommended staying here the location is perfect also for every area you would want to see for sights. Tram stop basically right outside with fantastic dining and local owned business and coffee shop
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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