Hotel Amsterdam De Roode Leeuw

Hotels
7.5 (4178 reviews)
Damrak 93-94 , Amsterdam , nl

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable amenities
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small room sizes
Noise from neighboring rooms
Rude staff experiences

Categories

Cleanliness
6.75
Several reviews indicated issues with noise and room odors, suggesting cleanliness could be improved.
Service
8.25
While some reviews mentioned rude staff, many noted helpfulness and friendliness, indicating generally good service.
Location
8.75
Repeated positive comments about the convenience of the location.
Room Quality
6.25
Multiple reviews mentioned small room sizes and discrepancies between photos and actual rooms.
Amenities
8.25
Many guests appreciated the amenities provided including the clean setups.
Value for Money
6.75
Some comments suggested the prices were high for what was received.
Food and Beverage
7.75
Positive mentions of breakfast quality and restaurant experience.
Overall Experience
7.25
Overall, experiences ranged from good to very good, with location being a significant positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 20:02

Property Description

Historic Monumental Building in Central Amsterdam
De Roode Leeuw provides a unique stay in a historic building, just steps away from Dam Square. Enjoy the charm of Amsterdam right at your doorstep.

Convenient Location and Easy Access
Opposite the hotel is De Bijenkorf, Amsterdam's renowned department store. With public transport nearby and regular trains to Schiphol Airport, exploring the city is a breeze.

Modern Comforts and Amenities
Experience a comfortable stay with climate control, free Wi-Fi, and soundproof windows. Each room is equipped with coffee/tea facilities, wired internet, and a flat-screen TV.

Book your stay at De Roode Leeuw for a memorable Amsterdam experience.

Important information:

Credit cardholder must match guest name.

Please note when booking more than 9 rooms other policies and an extra supplement applies.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: AMS

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 2 years old to 11 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 4178 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.75
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 6.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 6.75
Food and Beverage: 7.75
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Milou couple nl
9
Heerlijk hotel op goede locatie !
Pros:

Fijn en schone kamer. Goed en uitgebreid ontbijt. Zeer vriendelijke medewerkers. Geweldige locatie

Cons:

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2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Rosie solo_traveller gb
6
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Martin couple ie
7
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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sezen couple tr
8
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Elena couple es
6
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple au
8
Pros:

Location excellent, close transport
Breakfast average

Cons:

Was good for the price

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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RosaLautieri solo_traveller it
3
Sicurezza zero
Pros:

Ottima posizione. Nient'altro

Cons:

Pavimento inclinato con pendenza evidente ad occhio nudo. Fatta rotolare una penna è arrivata dall'altro lato della stanza. Anche sol9 sedere sul letto dava l'impressione di pendere da una parte. Subito segnalata la cosa e chiesto cambio stanza inutilmente. Lo staff ne era a conoscenza ma la giustificazione era l'età dello stabile, ormai avanzata. Roba da pazzi. Ma che ne sanno loro delle costruzioni secolari che ci sono in Italia e che non hanno un cedimento!
Tralascio la dimensione indecente del bagno, forse 2x2m e una tenda doccia vergognosa.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Lutz extended_group us
8
Central location in Amsterdam
Pros:

The staff was super nice and helpful in general and with finding dinner spots. The rooms are simple and provide only what you need. We werent' spending a lot of time in the room anyway, so it was a good value. Great location.

Cons:

I always think the towels could be nicer.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Hicham solo_traveller ma
6
Pros:

L'emplacement

Cons:

Chambre très très petite, le lit n'est pas confortable

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Boudi.M solo_traveller ae
5
Pros:

Only location

Cons:

Dirty bed sheets. Old bathroom. Long hair inside the tub.
Water over flowing from floor drain. Burnt off light bulbs . No complimentary water bottles.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Laiq solo_traveller be
8
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Les lit beaucoup trop mou et la douche beaucoup trop petite

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Alice family_with_children tr
5
Doesn’t worth the money.
Pros:

I would like to start with the positives of this hotel, it is in the very center and walking distance to all the main tourist attractions, the hotel staff are very pleasant and try to help. As for the disadvantages, the room was not ready and we arrived after 3 pm, as an excuse we could use the restaurant and have a drink of our choice, the room was spacious for three adults, but the floor was very dirty and dusty, the bathroom was clean but not the others, the water did not flow, the shower head in the bathtub was damaged, tears were flowing, on the toilet door there were noticeable stains from the previous guests' make-up, the mattresses on the double bed were separated and were sliding off the bed. There was nowhere to sit in the room except the bed, we asked for an extra chair or armchair but we were not granted. We are not demanding at all, but for the price of 1000 euros for three nights I would expect a slightly better approach. The hotel also did not inform me about the forgotten hair straightener that I left there, I do not expect it to be sent to my address but an email or message would be acceptable. The price absolutely did not correspond to the services and certainly not 4 stars, maximum 3 and I am adding a lot.

Cons:

I would like to start with the positives of this hotel, it is in the very center and walking distance to all the main tourist attractions, the hotel staff are very pleasant and try to help. As for the disadvantages, the room was not ready and we arrived after 3 pm, as an excuse we could use the restaurant and have a drink of our choice, the room was spacious for three adults, but the floor was very dirty and dusty, the bathroom was clean but not the others, the water did not flow, the shower head in the bathtub was damaged, tears were flowing, on the toilet door there were noticeable stains from the previous guests' make-up, the mattresses on the double bed were separated and were sliding off the bed. There was nowhere to sit in the room except the bed, we asked for an extra chair or armchair but we were not granted. We are not demanding at all, but for the price of 1000 euros for three nights I would expect a slightly better approach. The hotel also did not inform me about the forgotten hair straightener that I left there, I do not expect it to be sent to my address but an email or message would be acceptable. The price absolutely did not correspond to the services and certainly not 4 stars, maximum 3 and I am adding a lot.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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analice couple br
9
Recomento
Pros:

Localização excelente

Cons:

Só um detalhe, o corredor de acesso ao quarto apresentava escada o que dificultava um pouco o transporte de malas.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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evin extended_group tr
8
Cons:

odada su olmamasını

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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William extended_group gb
6
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Yeliz family_with_children tr
9
Lokasyon ve imkanlar açısından Amsterdamda konaklanabilecek en güvenli ve konforlu otellerden biri
Pros:

Kahvaltısı çok iyiydi. Genel olarak Amsterdam’da iyi kahve bulmak zor, oteli makinesinde iyiye yakın bir kahve sunuluyor

Cons:

Girişteki resepsiyon alanı otele göre az kişi ile çalışıyor

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Ahmed extended_group ae
1
HORRIBLE for Families!!! DONT BOOK AND RUN!!!
Cons:

Absolutely terrible experience — avoid this hotel if you are traveling with family or children.

We booked two rooms through Booking.com for 3 adults and 2 young children (ages 3 and 5), fully in line with the hotel’s stated policy that children aged 2–11 stay free of charge. Even the shift manager confirmed this policy upon arrival.

Despite this, after a 7-hour flight, the hotel REFUSED to let us check in and kept us waiting from 9 AM until 3 PM with two exhausted children, a stroller, and multiple bags, while repeatedly saying they were “waiting for a response from management.”

No solution was ever offered.

To make matters worse, we were later told that because it was a holiday weekend, nobody would respond until AFTER the weekend — leaving us stranded in Amsterdam during one of the busiest weekends of the year with almost no accommodation options available.

The staff showed zero accountability, poor communication, and complete disregard for families traveling with young children. We paid nearly EUR 2,000 expecting a reliable and comfortable stay, and instead our entire Amsterdam trip was disrupted before it even began.

If you value professionalism, clear communication, or basic customer care, do NOT book this hotel — especially if you are traveling with kids. This was one of the worst hotel experiences we have ever had.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Markus solo_traveller at
5
Pros:

Lage ist 5-10 Gehminuten( je nachdem ob jung oder älter) zum Bahnhof quasi mitten im Zentrum ( Achtun kann laut werden, ist halt Zentrum)

Cons:

Preis Leistung...kleines Zimmer, schräger Boden ( Ball rollt diagonal durchs Zimmer) dadurch war das Bett so schief das wir Kopf ans Fussende legten ( nein Scherz), Ssuberkeit naja ok für 3 Stern aber nicht für 4 Sterne...Rezeption je nach dem von schwach bis gut

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Kacper couple no
7
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Dave solo_traveller gb
8
Great Location
Pros:

The location is superb as you're bang in the centre of Amsterdam and the beds were comfy. The reception staff were very welcoming and friendly too.

Cons:

The bathroom was tiny which made showering more of a challenge. Also the man in charge of breakfast service wasn't aht you'd call friendly.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee