Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam  

On Amsterdam’s Herengracht, this 5-star hotel spans six 17th- and 18th-century canal palaces in the UNESCO-listed city center. It’s steps from Rembrandtplein and within easy walking distance of Museumplein, the Anne Frank House and P.C. Hooftstraat. Complimentary bicycles make exploring the canals and neighborhood effortless.

Ninety-three individually styled rooms and suites overlook the canal or a private courtyard. Interiors blend soft, elegant furnishings with lapis-lazuli and ochre accents inspired by Dutch masterpieces; rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, minibars, laptop safes and deep soaking bathtubs with separate showers. Personalized concierge service and an in-house spa deliver tailored, memorable stays.

Pamper yourself at the full-service spa with massages and facials, or unwind in the indoor pool, sauna and fitness center. Enjoy all-day dining and signature afternoon tea in the lounge, sip crafted cocktails at the bar, and take advantage of complimentary wired and wireless internet. Wake up to canal views and gentle morning light, and borrow a bike for a private city ride.

A 24-hour business center and flexible meeting spaces (about 4,950 sq ft) support events and corporate stays. Limo/town-car and train-station pick-up services are available; complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet keeps you connected.

On-site dining includes a two-Michelin-starred restaurant, an all-day dining room known for its afternoon tea, plus a bar and lounge serving cocktails. Three restaurants and 24-hour room service cover everything from refined tasting menus to relaxed international fare; buffet breakfasts are available for a fee at set weekday and weekend times.