Just returned from a 3 night stop at this hotel so here's my thoughts.

I have to say that if you do not get a room upgrade, your thoughts on this hotel will be very different.

The 1st room we were put in would be expected of a 3 star hotel. The toilet was miniscule, the bathroom not far behind (so small, it had to have swinging saloon doors), the room itself quite small.

It does seem that all 'best internet rates' will be placed in these rooms. We were offered an upgrade at 35 Euros a night which we refused (they stated that they had no other rooms available). After 15 minutes they managed to give us a different room (obviously kept for someone who has not paid the 'best internet rate'). This room was bigger, nicer bathroom & toilet, although the shower leaked.

Apart from the wide variation in rooms, everything else checked out great - location, food, comfort. No swimming pool though - I would have expected this for a 5 star hotel.

I would not go back though, I know that I can get better for 180 Euros per night.

Just returned from our 3 night break at this great hotel. We were upgraded to a room in the Royal Wing. A very spacious, airy, clean room. The bed was to die for. My boyfriend and I had to drag ourselves out of bed to explore this fab City. The staff were really polite and friendly. Location perfect for exploring. We had lunch twice and the food was yummy, try the Club sandwich. You've guessed we will certailny be returning to this hotel.
VERY SOON!

Excellent location for a start, on Dam Square and on the edge of the main shopping area and the red light district. Also within walking distance of Centraal station. At first was disappointed with the size and decor of the bedroom but became used to it and quite liked it in the end! The staff were really friendly and the food was unbelievable. We ate in the French restaurant and had brunch in the gorgeous Winter Garden and it was fantastic. Highly recommended.

The Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky exceeded all my expectations. From the minute we checked in until we left 4 days later it was heaven. The buffet breakfast is in a league of it's own and the beautiful Winter Garden setting just adds to the ambiance of this the most important meal of the day. The quality of the sevice in the lobby bar, the bar and the restaurant can not be faulted.All staff made us feel most welcome. If you have time pay the inhouse Japenese restaurant a visit, you will not be disappointed,all food is cooked on a hotplate at your table.A culinary delight!! The room we stayed in was superb.I feel the Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky made our trip to Amsterdam perfect.