Hotel Estheréa  

On Amsterdam’s historic Singel canal in the city centre—just 350 yards from Dam Square and minutes from the Royal Palace, museums, theatres and main shopping streets. Schiphol Airport is about 11 km away. This boutique canal-side spot sits in a row of 17th-century buildings within the UNESCO-listed canal ring.

A Belle Époque boutique hotel with romantic, classically styled interiors—wooden paneling, luxurious fabrics, extravagant wallpapers and plenty of plants and flowers. Rooms are elegantly decorated, many with canal views and private bathrooms; select rooms feature minibars and espresso makers. Borrow an iPad at reception, relax by the fireplace in the lounge, or lose yourself in the small on-site library.

Wake up to canalside mornings and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi across the hotel. On-site highlights include a restaurant and bar, buffet breakfast, a fitness centre/gym, a garden and a cosy canal-view lounge serving free coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Practical touches: parking (surcharge), laundry and dry-cleaning, concierge and a tour desk. Family-friendly features include children’s playrooms and colouring books.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout, a 24-hour business centre and three meeting rooms. Wired internet is also available in the lobby and there’s a 24-hour reception and concierge to support events.

On-site restaurant serves sophisticated, modern cuisine and a daily buffet breakfast with hot and cold options. Bar and lounge offer cocktails and drinks, plus free coffee, tea and hot chocolate in the canal-view lounge.