Fabulous location, close to central station and within walking distance to all sights. The most comfortable bed we had in our 6 weeks. Yes, construction is going on but we were up and out every morning anyhow. The water and apples in the lobby were a nice touch. Best part of all was Ben, the VERY helpful concierge, he assisted us in taking care of our 50 Euro parking ticket! If you don't want to pay the ridiculous price of 45 Euros a night parking you can take your car to a free area outside the city or to a park and ride for 6 euros a night.

The first time we stayed at this hotel, we booked a standard double room and my husband was not impressed as it was very small, so a quick trip to reception and we found ourselves on the 5th floor with a special key for the elevator and various other little perks like champagne and nibbles for free between 5 and 6 for that floor only for a very small extra charge. Worth every penny. This is the 3rd time we've stayed at this hotel now and would go back again and again. Its a stones throw from the station and its so central to any part of Amsterdam. Hotel staff and exceptionally polite and will help you with anything. Don't be deceived by the extereror as we were at first, due to the number of people looking somewhat suspicious hanging around outside. It is after all Amsterdam. Also, we arrived at night when Amsteram warms up!!.. The interior is gorgeous and I would 100% recommend this hotel. Have always had breakfast in my room so can't comment on the dining area but breakfast is always lovely and part of the reason we keep going back.

The Hotel itself is well located, just a short walk from the central train station but is undergoing a major re-furb. The room I stayed in was smallsh, although clean and had recently been re-modelled I heard. The outside of the hotel was covered with scaffolding and screens, making the entrance hard to find. Breakfast was the usual buffet, served in a temporary facility on the 1st floor and nothing to write home about, overall for the cost including breakfast of 210 Euros was far too high.

We have just returned from a Bordeaux/Baltic Cruise and stayed for our final 3 days in Europe in the Renaissance Amsterdam. As this was our first time in Amsterdam we did not have "other" hotels to compare however found this hotel to be excellent. Unfortunately, they were just finalizing the construction at the hotel but other than the inconvenience in the hotel lobby everything else was great. We loved the room, and the club floor lounge which had a fabulous continental breakfast (including cold cuts, yummy dutch cheeses and yoguarts as well as fresh fruits, pastries etc etc.) Also the happy hour each evening was good and one evening we even were treated to a special event in the dome which was magnificent as the appies were lamb chops, oysters, sushi, salmon, risotto....we did not even need dinner that evening. The staff were all so friendly and helpful as well and because this was celebrating my 60th birthday, they even sent up a bottle of champagne which was so thoughtful. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone as in addition to all the aforementioned the location could not have been better.....Walking distance to the central train station, the Dam square, the floating garden, red light district, canal cruises.....etc etc......And yet, the hotel room was quiet and restful with a beautiful bed in which we had the best sleeps.....It could not have been better for us and we will definitely stay here again when in Amsterdam. It was a fabulous conclusion to my big birthday celebration. Well worth the price....
And, fyi, thx to trip adviser we chose this hotel as we had initially booked the Pullitzer but after reading all the comments on both hotels, took a chance on this one and we were not sorry. Love this website.....