The Highlander

Hotels
9 (142 reviews)
Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 98-100, Amsterdam, 1012 SG , Amsterdam , NL

Facilities

Area shuttle (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and attentive staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast
Good amenities
Cons:
Issues with room cleanliness
Some rooms noisy

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness but one review indicated issues with dust.
Service
9.3
Many reviews praised the staff as friendly and attentive.
Location
9.34
Multiple reviews highlighted the hotel’s great and convenient location.
Room Quality
8.29
Rooms were generally liked but some were noted as small and noisy.
Amenities
9.32
Free drinks and snacks in the lobby received positive mentions.
Value for Money
8.78
Impressions of value were mostly positive, although some room sizes were a concern.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Reviews often mentioned the excellent breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall guest experience was highly positive with intentions to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 11:46

Property Description

Central Location
Experience Amsterdam's charm at The Highlander, ideally situated in the heart of the city near popular attractions like Dam Square and Madame Tussauds.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in 24-hour room service, buffet breakfasts, and a cozy bar/lounge offering your favorite drinks. Relax in individually decorated guestrooms with high-end features like tablet computers and Egyptian cotton sheets.

Convenience and Services
Enjoy services such as concierge assistance, airport shuttle, and complimentary wireless internet access throughout the hotel. With a 3-star rating, The Highlander ensures a comfortable stay amidst the bustling city life.

Ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Amsterdam? Book your stay at The Highlander today!

Important information:

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 142 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
I
Irwin partner
10
Pros:

Great property and staff. Felt like you were valued. Great location. Walking distance to everything.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
M
Maria
6
Pros:

Excellent location with a delicious breakfast!

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
A
Amy partner
10
Pros:

Very centrally located. We were able to walk to most areas around Amsterdam. Hotel was nice and clean. We especially liked the complimentary wine, beer, water, and drinks. Staff were also very friendly.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
L
Larry partner
6
Pros:

The third floor was a dark blue color making it seem very dark. The room being very small lacked a place to sit with my laptop. No chairs (window seat). I do not deem the Hotel a good value for the money. The staff was very polite and helpful.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
B
Brenda
8
Pros:

Cute room, nice amenities right in center of Amsterdam

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
E
elchin
6
Pros:

Very small room

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
D
Delainie
10
Pros:

Super cool vibes here, excellent amenities and service. Great location and quiet too. We stayed on the blue floor room 61 & 62 and the rooms were great! Note: the shower is ‘in’ the room. It is frosted glass but opens right into the room which is a bit of a nuisance when travelling with friends, but we worked with it. We would totally stay here again and recommend it.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
J
Jose family
10
Pros:

Staying in Amsterdam? Look no further. This place checks all the boxes. The staff is very attentive and kind. They allowed us to check in nearly 3 hours early.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
R
Rob
8
Pros:

Welcoming and comfortable hotel in a very convenient location close to transport links and attractions. Staff were very attentive & helpful, especially Liza. Would stay here again.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
P
PATRICIA family
8
Pros:

Hotel was easily walked to from train station. Many restaurants and stores near by.

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
M
Michael partner
10
Pros:

A wonderful hotel in a great location, fabulous rooms (loved the colour-scheme for each floor), comfy bed, friendly and welcoming staff, nice breakfast 10/10

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
A
Atossa
10
Great hotel
Pros:

Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location, amazing breakfast and access to coffee and drinks throughout the stay

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
A
Allison partner
10
Pros:

The hotel is situated in a great spot, within 10 mins walk to the central station and the city centre. There is also a tram stop very close by for longer trips.

The hotel itself was fantastic! The rooms were very clean and had everything we needed. The reception staff were always friendly. Baasad in particular really helped us at check in to resolve an issue that we'd had with our agency booking.

Although it may seem a small thing to some, having free drinks and snacks in the lobby was something we really appreciated (glass bottled sodas are something we especially loved!)

Overall we would absolutely recommend this hotel to anyone wanting an Amsterdam stay that is close to the action, but far enough away to be lovely, quiet and peaceful.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
C
C
10
Great stay
Pros:

Really enjoyed our stay and would return, only negative being the rooms weren’t sound proof, woke a lot to noises

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
K
Kerry partner
10
Pros:

Clean rooms, small but had all necessities. Very friendly and attentive hosts. Excellent location

2025-09-10 via Nuitee
S
Suresh family
10
Pros:

Very good hospitality, courtes staff

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
W
Wendy family
10
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful stay! Comfortable room and great breakfast. Wish the staff would have told us the “minibar” downstairs was free when we arrived. This was an amazing stay and will stay again.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
E
Etienne
10
Excellent!!
Pros:

I already sent a review, which was amazing. Really enjoyed this hotel, especially the free beer and wine in the lobby.
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breafast was excellent. I would stay there again when I go to Amsterdam.

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
C
Chelsea family
8
Pros:

The Highlander was in a very central location. The hotel is updated and cute, I loved the free breakfast, snacks and drinks in the lobby. The rooms, even though I paid for a larger room, were extremely small, especially with a crib. There was also no way to get into the hotel with our stroller without carrying it up or down stairs. Otherwise, great hotel.

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Pros:

Good location,

2025-08-28 via Nuitee