I booked this stay using Hilton Diamond Special Services, which is always excellent and the property did not disappoint.

It is a bit South from the action but the neighborhood is wonderful and the Tram takes about 10 minutes to get to the city center. The service was excellent and everyone was very nice and helpful.

They even have bikes that you can rent (although it was free for me, as a Diamond Member) and were helpful with maps and tips while riding. I would highly recommend the hotel for either business or leisure.

stayed two nights for our first ever trip to Amsterdam
booked through expedia who told us it was the best hotel.
Arrived 25 euros from Schiphol airport to this quite modern clean hotel only to be told that we are another 25 euro taxi trip away from the main attractions in amsterdam itself!
the room was excellent make sure you order a canal facing room< I have since stayed at the Krasnapolsky on Dam Square which is supposed to be a 5 star which it is definatley NOT this hotel the Hilton is ten times better the only problem is the location as it is far away from what tourists want to see.
As an executive room we had breakfast on the rooftop restaurant which was excellent with great views well recommended. If only this hotel was near the centre then it would be no contest. The bed was very large and comfortable , staff great and efficient.
If you want a quiet leisurely stay in Amsterdam then this is the hotel to stay at or you are on business and want to avoid the cannabis/beer and sex tourists then again well worth a stay but if you want to be near the action then prepare for a expensive taxi ride.

On November 30th 2007, I called and booked the John and Yoko Suite (2000 USD p.night) for new year's eve. The suite appeared to be available, they took my reservation and my AMEX details.
The following day the front office supervisor sent me an e-mail stating that "he would send my confirmation soonest, early next week"
Almost one week later, on Thursday 6, the same supervisor sends me an e-mail saying that -in order for my reservation to go through- I needed to book 3 nights in a row.
I live almost next door to the Hilton hotel: this was supposed to be a nice surprise present for a friend from Las Vegas, it turned out to be a scam Hilton style.

I have been to Amsterdam a few times, and the Hilton was very nice - much larger rooms than any European hotel at the same price. BUT, the location did not make up for it.

Pros:
- Large rooms
- Great bathroom and tub!
- Cozy bar with fireplace
- maid service was great

Cons:
- Location, location, location!
- To use a phone card would coast you 1,60 euro/minute still!
- 24 hours of internet is euro 27.

The area around the hotel really didn't have much going for it. We did find an amazing italian place only a 5 minute walk away, but that's it. Usually I am not one to complain at all, but compared to staying within the city center (which we did last year), this is just TOO far away! We always like to go to the room in the afternoon, just to drop off any packages and recoup for 20 mins. With the Hilton, it was impossible and didn't happen. Once you leave in the morning, it's too much of a pain to return before nighttime when you are ready for bed. It's a 20-25 minute tram ride just to Dam Square! So if you plan on staying out after midnight, you will need to pay about 25 euro for a cab at least - as opposed to walking to most central hotels.

If room size is more important than location, this is a great place. The staff was very nice, and the rooms were wonderful. If only the location was better, it would be perfect. To me, it's just too far away. I think most people would be better off staying at one of the MANY affordable and nice hotels more central. Last year we stayed at Hotel New Amsterdam, we only used the tram 1 time, and it was in the perfect location. Quiet street and everything. I think you can do a bit better location for the price! Have a great time in Amsterdam, and consider a day trip to Haarlem - it was gorgeous!