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The Highlander

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Enjoy a drink at the central bar, surrounded by a seating area and a display of food.
Relax in a stylish space with a large bed, bedside tables, and a geometric-patterned wall.
Experience the warm ambiance of our lounge, featuring a central focal point of glowing coals and a spacious, multi-level design.
Stunning view of the historic Kasteel Van Aemstel building from our window.
Stunning historic building with a grand facade, central clock tower, and ornate sculptures.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is S$235
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 98-100, Amsterdam, 1012 SG

What's nearby

  • Dam Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anne Frank House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Leidseplein - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Rijksmuseum - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Van Gogh Museum - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop - 1 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 9 min walk
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Zoccola del Pacioccone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪INK Hotel Amsterdam - MGallery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greenwoods - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tales & Spirits - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pressroom - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Highlander

Eco-certified hotel remodelled in 2019 and located near Dam Square
Located close to Madame Tussauds and Leidseplein, The Highlander provides a shopping centre on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a lift
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's books and art supplies
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, tablet computers and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Italian, Macedonian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 30 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Renovated entire property - October 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 per cent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day (3281 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 3 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Citadel Amsterdam
Citadel Hotel
Hotel Citadel
Hotel Citadel Amsterdam
Citadel Hotel Amsterdam
The Highlander Hotel
The Highlander Amsterdam
The Highlander Hotel Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

Is The Highlander pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highlander?

As of 15 Jul, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlander on 27 Jul, 2025 start from S$235.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Highlander?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Highlander?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Highlander located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dam Square and Madame Tussauds. Leidseplein and Rijksmuseum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Dam Stop is 5 minutes.

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The Highlander Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 426 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Niklas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff, breakfast and room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very hesitant to stay in a 3 star hotel, but this is one of the BEST hotels I’ve been to, and it’s because of their staff, they go above and beyond to make sure you have all that you need and are super accommodating. Hotel is simplistic but everything works, breakfast is good, super centric to everything and literally 10 minutes walk from the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ganna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the details in this hotel. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast had everything one needs
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facing a dodo street but very convenient to everything we wanted to see in Amsterdam. Friendly staff, spotless facilities and room. Great shower! Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, nice that each floor had its own color.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Highlander is in a great position it is near to the city centre, trams and central station. The canals are close but the good nightlife is a little more of a walk in either direction. We were on the Blue level on the third floor which suited our needs and there is a lift if required. The beds are soft although comfortable but the pillows are poor quality! The breakfast was adequate but the coffee was awful unfortunately. On the whole this is a good Hotel trying its best and I would recommend maybe only for 1 or 2 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in the perfect city centre location. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a very good location .. however so noisey and a little
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to land
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Highlander Hotel was located next to a variety of different shopping experiences, excellent dining options and was extremely easy to walk to many different parts of the city. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful and was immediately welcoming after a long travel day. We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea N

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the location of this hotel because it is very close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the breakfast, the staff and the area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train station and multiple restaurants and sights.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great experience. Clean and comfortable and centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location. Absolutely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and lovely staff defo recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a special place in the heart of it all, a cozy and charming space that made the stay so worthwhile.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was much smaller than anticipated and could not be described as a deluxe. No separate bathroom - it was part of bedroom which was not in room description Clothes hanging and hangers limited Coffee machine in room, useless as no coffee pods provided Lead on hairdryer had been shortened making it difficult to use TV purported to have lots of multi language channels, only a few obtainable in Dutch. Reported to reception but no change Staff very friendly and efficient Bed comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Amenities
Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

One night business stay

Cool decor, modern and in good condition. Note they have very soft beds and huge hard pillows which are not for me. Woken up by drilling (rooms are not sound proofed), but I think this was probably from building next door to not hotel's fault!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ISIDRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good thing around here, lots of reasonably priced food options breakfast is plentiful and fresh staffing attentive and always willing to help. Rooms are very small but all well equipped... Besides you don't go to Amsterdam to be in just a hotel room... So much to see and do no time to be in a hotel anyway. Leave for a boring city, this isa lot of fun here.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice small hotel.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great but staff was not prepared for my arrival and then only made my keys work for one night instead of two. Minor inconvenience otherwise hotel was great and staff helped with the issue
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025