Stayed there by accident, as I booked at the Bilderberg's other Amsterdam property (better location), but, because I am an idiot, I mistakenly booked starting the day before and they had given up our room. Completely my mistake and they quickly found us a room at the Garden and paid for a cab to get us there...

I stayed on the "Executive Level" (third floor - room 1403) which had its own elevator and everything, so I'm not sure if my perception applies to all rooms...

Room was solid and, by European standards, pretty sizable. Comfortable bed and very clean and well-appointed..

Staff was helpful enough...

Two minor complaints... The breakfast is outrageously overpriced - 21 Euros for what many hotels offer for free... Then, the location was pretty poor for anything to do with the city center. We rented bikes and were fine, and I appreciated being so close to Vondelpark, but if you're on vacation I'd look for the other Bilderberg location...

You can always take the trams to the core. Very safe area to roam around. A bit isolated (as you're literally in the 'suburbs'), though. Fantastic breakfast buffet, one of the best on our entire 3 week European trip.

I stay frequently at this hotel, not by enthusiasm but because it is the one selected by my company.
Lobby/lounge area is fine; too short menu at the bar, but food is decent. Very kind reception staff.
Once you move to the rooms, it becomes another story.
Rooms are tiny except "executive" rooms; doors are of the noisy "slam" type, and sound insulation is poor.
Sometimes they seem to have some difficulty starting breakfast service at 7 am.
As a whole, definitively not up to the claimed 5 stars, but a correct business hotel if you need be in this area.

My partner and I stayed in this hotel for 2 nights at the end of January 2008 and it was simply fantastic. Other reviews have commented on how this hotel is slightly outside the main city centre but to my mind this is not a bad thing.

1. It is only 15-20 minute walk into the centre of town and it's a wonderful way to explore the city and escape the traditional tourist path.
2. The trams in Amsterdam are v. easy to use and reliable and it is only a 10 minute ride into the centre.
3. If you want to get a taxi back after an evening out it is only about $12.

We booked one of the excutive suites on the top floor which are spacious and well appointed with a jacuzzi.

Lastly the staff could not do enough for you; always going that extra mile. We will definatley be returning.