Best for
Stay here for an Amsterdam theater break if you want to walk to Royal Theatre Carré rather than arrange evening transport.
Best for
Stay here for an Amsterdam theater break if you want to walk to Royal Theatre Carré rather than arrange evening transport.
What makes it special
Arrange a canal cruise through the hotel to explore Amsterdam from the water, with partner boats departing from its own quay.
Room to consider
Choose a King Suite if you want to close the sliding doors between the lounge and sleeping area for greater privacy.
Insider tip
Ask the concierge for public transport day passes if you plan frequent journeys around Amsterdam; options cover one, two or three days.
Free membership gives you access to preferred rates, exclusive benefits and current promotions for your stay.
InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam has stood beside the Amstel River since 1867. Known simply as the Amstel Hotel, it offers a different sort of Amsterdam stay from the narrow canal houses of the old center: broad river views, high ceilings and the measured pace of a grand residence. The historic building has a sense of occasion, yet its most persuasive moments are often quiet ones, from breakfast near the water to a swim with boats passing beyond the windows.
Tall windows that open and French-style furniture give the room a traditional setting. An antique desk offers a place to work, with a cushioned armchair nearby. Long curtains and shaded lamps soften the lines of the wooden pieces.
The category includes different decorative arrangements. One has blue printed wallpaper and matching fabrics. Another pairs red floral patterns with cream striped walls. Framed pictures hang above the furniture, while porcelain lamps add smaller touches of colour beside the sleeping area.
In a featured design, a bench at the foot of the bed adds seating, and painted cabinets stand along the wall. The marble bathroom has a separate toilet. Here, cream cabinets sit beneath a broad mirror. A red stone border runs around the bathing space.
Tall windows that open and French-style furniture give the room a traditional setting. An antique desk offers a place to work, with a cushioned armchair...
French-style furniture and two large windows shape the room's interior. The room designs include an antique writing desk and a cushioned armchair. Tall curtains frame the windows, and a desk lamp casts a pool of light beside the chair.
One featured arrangement has red patterned wallpaper behind the bed, with cream striped walls around the windows. A bench in matching fabric sits at the foot of the bed. Porcelain pieces stand above the doors of a painted cabinet. Warm wooden bedside furniture continues the traditional style.
The marble bathroom sits apart from the bedroom and has a separate toilet. Guests can set the room's temperature with their own air-conditioning controls.
French-style furniture and two large windows shape the room's interior. The room designs include an antique writing desk and a cushioned armchair. Tall curtains frame...
An antique desk and a comfortable armchair give the room a familiar French character. Two large windows can be opened, with long curtains framing their height. The furniture provides a place for correspondence and a separate seat within the bedroom.
The designs vary within the category. One uses red floral wallpaper with cream striped walls and a patterned bench at the foot of the bed. Another has blue printed wallpaper and coordinating fabrics. Porcelain lamps, framed pictures and warm wooden furniture carry the period style through these arrangements.
The marble bathroom has a separate toilet area. In a featured layout, cream cabinetry sits below a broad mirror, with striped wall finishes and a red stone border adding colour.
An antique desk and a comfortable armchair give the room a familiar French character. Two large windows can be opened, with long curtains framing their...
Two double windows that can be opened give the interior its tall, light-filled shape. A sitting area shares the bedroom's open plan, with enough furniture for reading or a small meeting. Classic French pieces and long curtains give the room a traditional finish.
A featured design places a dark sofa beneath a pair of framed prints. A patterned armchair and low glass table complete that grouping, with a writing desk closer to the window. Pale striped walls and blue printed wallpaper bring different tones to the same room.
Wooden flooring runs beneath the furniture, while a painted cabinet provides storage near the bed. Porcelain lamps add smaller decorative details. In the marble bathroom, a broad framed mirror sits above cream cabinetry and a long vanity surface.
Two double windows that can be opened give the interior its tall, light-filled shape. A sitting area shares the bedroom's open plan, with enough furniture...
The living area sits apart from the bedroom. Large windows bring natural light across the furniture, and the sitting room has space to read or share a conversation. Traditional pieces furnish the suite.
A representative King Suite design pairs blue fabrics with pale walls and warm wooden flooring. A sofa, cushioned armchair and low table form the lounge. A writing desk stands near the window, while porcelain lamps and framed pictures continue the hotel's French-inspired style.
In that design, the bedroom has its own cushioned seat and long blue curtains around the windows. A marble bathroom completes the suite. Cream cabinets and a broad framed mirror give the vanity a lighter finish than the sitting room's dark fabrics.
The living area sits apart from the bedroom. Large windows bring natural light across the furniture, and the sitting room has space to read or...
Sliding doors can close between the lounge and bedroom. These corner suites have four opening windows.
Dark-blue fabrics bring depth to the lounge, where a sofa and armchair provide seating away from the bed. The French-style furniture includes a writing desk and polished wooden storage pieces. Full-length curtains soften the tall windows around the corner position.
In a featured arrangement, a red patterned rug lies beneath a glass coffee table. Porcelain lamps and framed art add colour above the warm wooden floor. The bedroom has a paler carpet and a cushioned chair beside the glazing, with blue drapes continuing the lounge's colour scheme.
A marble bathroom completes the layout. One design pairs a long cream vanity with a broad framed mirror, while small wall lights sit above the basin.
Dark-blue fabrics bring depth to the lounge, where a sofa and armchair provide seating away from the bed. The French-style furniture includes a writing desk...
The sitting area is set beside two large windows that open. A writing desk, cushioned seating and full-length curtains give the room a classic French style. Within the open plan, the furniture marks out places to read, work or sit together.
In a featured design, a blue sofa and matching armchair stand around a low glass table. Wooden flooring runs through the room. Cream striped walls meet a blue patterned wall behind the bed, while framed prints and painted cabinets add smaller details.
Porcelain lamps have pleated shades that suit the traditional furniture. The marble bathroom sits apart from the bedroom. A broad vanity and framed mirror complete the pictured bathroom design.
The sitting area is set beside two large windows that open. A writing desk, cushioned seating and full-length curtains give the room a classic French...
An internal staircase connects the living room and bedroom. A separate toilet is on the lower level.
Red fabrics and patterned walls give the suite warmer tones than the blue suites below. The living area and bedroom sit on different levels. A skylight adds a distinct feature to the sleeping space.
In a featured design, red cushioned seating stands around a glass table in the lounge. Cream striped walls, porcelain lamps and framed pictures reflect the hotel's traditional style. A polished cabinet sits beneath the television. Beside the writing desk, long curtains frame the window.
Floral wall coverings continue through the bedroom, with cushioned chairs near the roof window. The marble bathroom has a long cream vanity and a broad mirror. Small wall lights with shades cast a softer light beside the basin.
Red fabrics and patterned walls give the suite warmer tones than the blue suites below. The living area and bedroom sit on different levels. A...
The living area and bedroom are linked by an internal staircase. There is a separate toilet downstairs.
The roof-level setting gives the suite a different shape from the rooms below. A skylight sits within the bedroom's red-toned design. The lounge has its own mix of cushioned furniture and traditional wooden pieces.
One featured interior pairs a red sofa and high-backed chair with a rectangular glass coffee table. Cream striped walls frame a tall window, with a writing desk beside it. Framed pictures and porcelain lamps add smaller details, and a polished cabinet provides storage in the sitting area.
Floral patterns continue across the walls and chairs around the sleeping space. Long curtains frame the glazed doors, while pale carpet lies beneath the furniture. The marble bathroom has cream cabinets and a broad mirror. Small wall lights sit beside the basin.
The roof-level setting gives the suite a different shape from the rooms below. A skylight sits within the bedroom's red-toned design. The lounge has its...
Sliding doors separate the lounge and bedroom. The suite looks towards De Omval, a subject of Rembrandt's drawings.
Art gives this suite its particular character. The design was created with the Rembrandt House Museum. Prints drawn from the artist's etchings and drawings share the interior with books about his work. The pictures appear in both the sitting and sleeping areas.
A blue sofa and patterned armchair sit around a low table in the featured lounge. A red rug lies above the wooden floor. Porcelain lamps and cream curtains soften the space around the furniture, while a writing desk stands near the window. Framed works hang close to the desk.
The theme continues on the bathroom wall, where a large reproduction appears beside the bathing area. A framed mirror sits above the cream vanity. Blue curtains and pale cabinetry give the rooms a shared colour scheme.
Art gives this suite its particular character. The design was created with the Rembrandt House Museum. Prints drawn from the artist's etchings and drawings share...
Three linked suite parts form the full layout. There are two sleeping areas and three bathrooms.
Cream, royal blue and gold bring a shared character to the connected rooms. Historical details and artwork recall former presidents and other notable guests. A living room combines a dining table with seating, leaving a distinct space for conversation away from the sleeping areas.
In a featured component, a blue sofa and patterned armchair sit on either side of a low table. A red rug lies across the wooden floor, while a polished desk stands near a tall window. Porcelain lamps and pale curtains add lighter notes around the furniture.
The pictured bedroom continues the blue palette through full-length drapes and a wall panel above the headboard. Its bathroom has cream cabinetry, a framed mirror and gilt-toned fittings. Each part retains its own arrangement within the larger suite.
Cream, royal blue and gold bring a shared character to the connected rooms. Historical details and artwork recall former presidents and other notable guests. A...
The living room can be converted into an extra bedroom on request. Its standard layout has one bedroom.
Champagne and black tones give the suite a different feel from the hotel's blue suites. The entrance leads to a study, bedroom and generous sitting room. A spacious closet adjoins the sleeping area. The dining table seats six, with a sofa providing another place to sit indoors.
The design brings together Dom Pérignon, the Rijksmuseum, Fendi Furniture and Dutch creative work. In the featured arrangement, dark-framed doorways and glossy cabinets contrast with pale walls and tall cream curtains. A black writing desk stands beside the windows, and deep cushioned chairs furnish the lounge.
A dark surround frames the headboard, contrasting with light bedding. Artwork above the bed and large shaded lamps continue the suite's character. Large windows look out over the Amstel River.
Champagne and black tones give the suite a different feel from the hotel's blue suites. The entrance leads to a study, bedroom and generous sitting...
An entrance hall leads into a series of French-style rooms, with a living room, dining room and dressing room beyond it. The dining table seats six, while a leather-inset desk provides a separate place to write. Windows face the water on two sides and the square at the front.
Cream and gold fabrics dress the featured interior. Striped sofas and armchairs gather around polished tables, with patterned rugs laid over wooden flooring. A chandelier hangs above the dining furniture, and framed paintings bring stronger colour to the pale walls.
A four-poster frame with draped fabric gives the bedroom its formal shape. In the bathroom, gilt fittings and wall ornaments sit above a black-and-white tiled floor. A cushioned chair and tall curtains complete the pictured bathing space.
An entrance hall leads into a series of French-style rooms, with a living room, dining room and dressing room beyond it. The dining table seats...
An antique desk and a soft armchair give the bedroom a traditional French character. Two large windows open to bring natural light into the room. The desk offers a place to work apart from the cushioned seat.
A featured desk arrangement pairs polished wood with a blue fabric chair. A brass-toned reading lamp stands beside the writing surface, with a framed mirror above it. Period furniture and pleated curtains continue through the interior. Handmade Delft porcelain adds smaller decorative details.
The marble bathroom sits apart from the sleeping area, and its toilet is separate from the bathing space. Guests have their own air-conditioning controls to set the room's temperature. An entertainment system is also provided.
An antique desk and a soft armchair give the bedroom a traditional French character. Two large windows open to bring natural light into the room....
The address is Professor Tulpplein 1, on the river east of the busiest part of the canal belt. Royal Theatre Carré is close by, and the city's museums, galleries and shopping streets are reachable by public transport, bicycle or taxi. This is a useful base for travelers who want to spend their days across Amsterdam but prefer to return to a more open riverside setting.
The river is more than a view from a room. It changes the scale of the stay: there is space to look out across the water, watch the boats and take in a part of the city that feels less compressed than its central shopping streets. The hotel is not a doorstep address for every museum or restaurant. Allow for journeys across town, particularly if most of your plans are in the Museum Quarter. The trade-off is a landmark setting with a character of its own.
Royal Theatre Carré makes an evening performance an easy pairing with dinner at the hotel. For a wider look at the canals, the concierge can help arrange a boat trip; Amsterdam is especially legible from the water, where the river, bridges and merchant houses form a continuous route rather than a list of sights.
There are 55 guestrooms and 24 suites. Dutch period furniture, patterned walls, drapes and Delft blue pottery give the interiors their traditional character. They are not minimalist rooms, and that distinction is worth keeping in mind when choosing between the Amstel and a contemporary design hotel. Modern essentials, including Wi-Fi and work space, sit within the older decorative language.
View selection matters here. Premium Rooms can face the square or the river, and the difference is substantial when the Amstel itself is a reason for your stay. These rooms have an armchair, antique work desk and two large opening windows; the hotel's room description puts them at roughly 31 to 35 square meters. Their marble bathrooms have a separate bath and rainfall shower. A square-facing room retains the historic interiors, while a river-facing one makes the setting present throughout the day.
For more separation between sleeping and sitting space, the King Suite has sliding doors that close between the bedroom and lounge. Its four windows face either the square or river, so it is still important to confirm the view when selecting a category. The split-level Penthouse Suites take a different approach, with the bedroom reached by an internal staircase and balconies overlooking the city or water. That layout has appeal for a longer, slower stay, but guests who prefer everything on one level should choose accordingly.
The signature suites lean further into the hotel's history. The Rembrandt Suite looks towards De Omval, a stretch of river associated with the artist's work. The Royal Suite has separate living and dining space, a four-poster bed and views over the Amstel from two sides. These are distinct rooms rather than interchangeable larger versions of a standard category; the setting, layout and outlook should guide the choice.
The Dining Room looks over the Amstel and serves lunch and dinner with a seasonal, ingredient-led approach. Its scale and river outlook make it a natural choice for a meal that belongs to the stay, rather than simply a convenient place to eat before going out. The hotel also has an extensive wine collection and a private Wine Room for smaller gatherings.
Afternoon tea is served in the Amstel Lounge, beneath its dome and beside the river. Traditional porcelain and daylight suit the ritual particularly well. At other times, the lounge provides a quieter place for coffee, wine or a pause between appointments. The hotel bar offers a less formal setting for a drink. Specific menus and service days can change, so it is sensible to check the current dining schedule when planning around tea or a particular meal.
There is no need to keep every evening within the building. Amsterdam's restaurant scene is part of the trip, and the hotel works equally well as a place to return after dinner elsewhere. Still, one meal overlooking the Amstel helps explain why this address has remained a destination in its own right.
The Amstel Health & Fitness Club is a genuine reason to leave time unplanned. Its heated indoor pool sits at river level, with views towards the water and passing boats. A sauna, steam cabin, Jacuzzi, plunge pool and shower circuit extend the visit beyond a quick swim, while the fitness room serves guests who want to keep a routine on a city trip. Massages are also offered.
This is particularly useful in Amsterdam, where a day may involve long walks, cycling and changeable weather. The pool gives the hotel a slower internal rhythm than many smaller historic properties can offer. It also makes the Amstel a credible choice for travelers who want a city hotel with substantial wellness facilities, without trading away the central setting or the building's heritage.
The hotel opened on 27 April 1867. Physician Samuel Sarphati founded the project, working with architect Cornelis Outshoorn to give Amsterdam a grand hotel on the river. The staircase, decorated lobby and imposing facade remain central to its identity. During restoration, eight lion figures were returned to the roof, drawing on images of the original exterior.
Those details are not just historical footnotes. They shape the arrival and the sense of moving through the hotel, from the revolving doors to the tall interiors and rooms furnished in a period style. The Amstel is a place to choose deliberately for that atmosphere. Travelers seeking spare lines and an informal lobby may be happier elsewhere; here, ceremony is part of the pleasure.
The relatively small number of rooms also matters. Despite the monumental facade, this is not a sprawling convention hotel. It can host weddings, private dinners and board meetings in its event rooms, yet a guest stay still feels anchored in the individual building and its riverfront rooms. For an occasion, the hotel's setting does much of the work before any decoration is added.
InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam suits a visit built around heritage, a river view and time to enjoy the hotel itself. Book with particular attention to room outlook and layout: a Premium Room with an Amstel view, a suite with separate living space and a split-level Penthouse answer different needs. The same care applies to the dining schedule if afternoon tea is a priority.
There are more central addresses for a tightly packed museum itinerary and more casual places for travelers who barely use their hotel. The Amstel makes most sense when the return is part of the day: a swim at river level, an hour beneath the lounge dome or a quiet look across the water before dinner. That combination of Amsterdam history and room to pause is what sets it apart.
The heated indoor pool sits at river level, letting you watch boats pass along the Amstel while taking a break from sightseeing.
The hotel offers paid valet parking in a secure garage, so guests arriving by car do not have to find street parking.
Event rooms with natural daylight give meeting organizers an alternative to windowless spaces, with layouts suited to small meetings or larger gatherings.
Professor Tulpplein 1, 1018 GX Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Yes. InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam is worth it for travelers who want a landmark riverside hotel in Amsterdam. It suits couples, culture travelers, upscale city breaks, special occasions, and guests who value history, service, and river views.
InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam is located at Professor Tulpplein 1 in Amsterdam. The hotel sits on the banks of the Amstel River, with easy access to canals, museums, theatres, restaurants, and central neighborhoods.
InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam has 79 rooms and suites. The smaller room count helps the hotel feel more personal than many large city hotels, while still offering full five-star services.
Rooms and suites at InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam have a classic, grand hotel style. Many categories offer generous space, elegant details, high ceilings, river or city views, and a sense of old Amsterdam.
Yes. InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam is directly on the Amstel River. This riverside setting is one of the main reasons to book, especially for guests who want views and a strong sense of place.
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