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Book NowAmsterdam Map: Avenue HotelAvenue Hotel Frommer's Highly Recommended

Address
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 33
Location Near Centraal Station, In the Center
Transportation Tram: 1, 2, 5, 13, or 17 to Nieuwezijds Kolk
Phone 020/530-9530
Fax 020/530-9599
Web site www.emb-hotels.nl/avenue
Room Information 80 units
Prices 112€-160€ ($179-$256) double. Rates include buffet breakfast
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C (some rooms), TV, high-speed Internet, hair dryer
Parking Limited street parking

Frommer's Review

Part of this hotel is a converted Golden Age warehouse that belonged to the V.O.C., the United East India Company. The rooms aren't huge, but they're bright and have clean furnishings and good-size bathrooms, some with a double sink. At the time of writing the hotel was starting with a renewal project, to add air-conditioning to the rooms and improve the bathrooms. The location is pretty central and convenient for getting to and fro by tram -- the downside is the clackety-clack of outside traffic. If this is likely to disturb you, ask for a room at the back or at least not on a low floor. Or simply look for a hotel in a location with less action. The Dutch buffet breakfast is more than decent, and the St. Jacobsstreet Café, around the corner in Sint-Jacobsstraat, takes care of dinner in reasonable style.

Facilities:
Cafe/bar; dry cleaning; smoke-free rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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