I stayed at the NH City Centre for one week in April 2007. We were able to obtain a good rate through a corporate discount. I requested a queen room, but was given a twin. Additionally, my non-smoking room smelled of smoke. I complained and housekeeping came up with a can of odor neutralizer. This didn't really help the problem.

I asked for an iron --I was told they didn't have them. My colleagues in other rooms had irons. I asked to use the internet --I was told it was broken.

The rooms are alright, but have tiny bathrooms.

The location is actually pretty nice, with a lot of restaurants within walking distance.

The rooms are very nice. Very modern spacious and comfortable.We were extremely excited about the ice maker after being in Europe for 8 days and as we all know ice is scarce. The desk clerks were very helpful and familiar with the area. This hotel is centrally located. 3 blocks from the flower market and 10 minutes from Central station and Anne Frank house by foot. Everything you could possibly want to due or see is with in at most a 15 min walk in every direction. The only down fall is the interior rooms echo noise up from the center courtyard which has people in it constantly all night. The exterior room that our friends had were much better.

Stayed here over Easter and found it a very good experience with the only down side being a very small room and could not change the room as hotel was full, well worth emailing the hotel a couple of days before asking for a particular room. We were on the 1st floor with the window facing on the main road which was a little bit noisy throughout the night but acceptable.

Breakfast was included in our rate and was all you could ask for hot and cold buffet, some people were even making up rolls to take out for the day and no one complained.

Can recommend the HaesJe Claes restaurant directly across from the hotel A1 Dutch food, try the Stampot. Also Humphrey’s restaurant just off Nieuwe zijds street (one street across from the hotel) towards the station end, full address 23 Nieuwe zijds kolk. Open 17:00 to 22:00, great set three course menu that changes each month.

We caught the train from the airport only €3.60 for a single and only 20 minutes to Amsterdam central station then 10 minute walk to hotel. The trains run every 15 minutes from platform 13A and you can get your ticket the day before you depart as well.

You can also catch a train to visit the gardens of Keukenhof with their flower displays. You need to catch the number 54 bus once you arrive at Lieden station and the bus ticket, €18, includes entry to the gardens.

Hotel was excellent value and perfect location.

We spent three days and two nights at the hotel from the 5th April until the 7th.
We decided to use the Connexion Shuttle from the airport, a quick easy way to get straight to the hotel. We arrived at about noon a room was ready but as it didnt have a view. We asked to be moved to a room with a canal view. No problem, we just had to wait until 3pm. We walked to Dam Square (10 minutes slow walk) had a light lunch and wandered back buying a few presents en route. Checked into our room small, but perect view of the Singel Canal, room was clean and had everything we needed.

We opted for the buffet breakfast-not cheap @ 17 euros but worth every cent as we didnt bother with lunch.

Hotel in walking distance to the Rijk and Van Gogh museums and Hard Rock Cafe(about 20 mins) . Ten minutes from the Anne Frank House- a must for everyone- I would advise you to read the book before you go if you havent already. Allow 45 minutes queuing time it was the busiest attraction in Amsterdam by far.

We bought a day pass on the canal bus and received slightly discounted tickets to the Van Gogh museum. The boat bus pass lasts for a day plus carries over until noon the following day. They have a great free map of Amsterdam behind reception. I used the internet once I wasnt asked my room number so I am sure I could have used it on an other days if I had wanted to.
We opted to eat at the November restaurant on Friday night which had a set menu with quality food, with a good choice and very friendly, efficient staff.

We made use of the little discount cards we found in the reception area for some of the attractions, including the Dungeons which was not cheap but a fun experience.

All the staff in the hotel were friendly especially the barman who created a lovely cocktail for me!

I would definitely stay in the hotel again if I went back to Amsterdam as it is in a wonderful, safe, and quiet position., yet only a few minutes walk from anywhere!