In the heart of Amsterdam, The Highlander offers an eco-friendly retreat with a shopping mall on site and coffee shop/cafe. Explore nearby Madame Tussauds or unwind at the bar while enjoying in-room WiFi and a restaurant. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
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9.09.0 out of 10
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Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Parking available
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
$245 nightly
The total price is $298
$298 total
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Total includes taxes and fees
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Amsterdam (ZYA-Amsterdam Central Station) - 9 min walk
Rokin Station - 10 min walk
Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop - 1 min walk
Dam Stop - 5 min walk
Paleisstraat Tram Stop - 5 min walk
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
The Highlander puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Dam Square and The 9 Streets. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. This eco-certified hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Amsterdam Museum and Flower Market. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition. Public transportation is just a short walk: Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop is steps away and Dam Stop is 5 minutes.
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking nearby (EUR 30 per day; discounts available)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's games
Art supplies
Children's books
What to do
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Designer stores on site
Shopping mall on site
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Hand-held showerheads
Visual fire alarm
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Tablet computer
LED television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
Highchair
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 50.00 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 30 per day (3281 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
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
Does The Highlander offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Highlander does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Highlander?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Highlander?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Highlander?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 50.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Highlander?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Highlander and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Dam Square (5-min walk) and Madame Tussauds (6-min walk), along with Leidseplein (1.1 mi) and Rijksmuseum (1.3 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near The Highlander?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Highlander like?
The Highlander is in Amsterdam City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Dam Square.
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The Highlander Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful, fresh, and offered a variety of options, including vegan choices, and was often served with a warm and friendly service. (20 reviews)
Breakfasts were served freshly and had everything available, with a very efficient and friendly chef. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
6/10
We stayed there for 3 nights.
Reynir
3-night trip
10/10
We had a great stay, we had a mixup with the reservation and Baasat at the front desk helped us right away and took care of it. The room was super nice and comfy and had a great setup. Overall a fantastic stay in a nice area
Todd
1-night trip
6/10
Hotel was in a very good location .. however so noisey and a little
Kiran
2-night trip
10/10
Excellent hotel in the perfect city centre location. Highly recommend!!
Bethan
3-night trip
8/10
Great place to land
Eran
1-night trip
10/10
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!!
Veronica
5-night trip
10/10
Great location steps from Dam Square and the tram stop is right in front of the hotel. Nice staff. Room is small for what you pay (but you’re paying for location so…). It was quiet despite being near it all. We did enjoy drinks from the bar; food at the bar is for if you’re in a pinch. Didn’t like the toilet in the bedroom… it was black. Who knows if that’s clean or not and it’s just strange.
Rachel
2-night trip
10/10
We love the location of this hotel because it is very close to everything.
Chelsea N
1-night trip
10/10
Overall a great experience. Clean and comfortable and centrally located.
Neil
3-night trip
10/10
Love the breakfast, the staff and the area
Clea
2-night trip
10/10
Close to the train station and multiple restaurants and sights.
Jerry
2-night trip
8/10
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!
Mac
1-night trip
10/10
Nice hotel in a great location. Absolutely recommend!
Anne
2-night trip
10/10
Excellent!
Francisco
3-night trip
10/10
Truly a special place in the heart of it all, a cozy and charming space that made the stay so worthwhile.
Richard
4-night trip
10/10
Perfect location and lovely staff defo recommend
Luke
2-night trip
10/10
Great stay
Ruben
3-night trip
10/10
Very nice room, staff very polite and helpful also kept our bags safe on day of checkout
Matthew
1-night trip
10/10
Great room, great location
Mark
1-night trip
6/10
Top three floors look good. 4th down very tired. We were on 2nd floor Deluxe room. Quite small we found and were pleased we didnt book a cosy room. The water came under the foor of the shower unit which made showering difficult. Someone asked what a Scottish breakfast was and the answer was like an English one. I have to say Someone needs to see what an English one is and it consists of more than The highlander one which was burnt cold bacon chopped omelette and cold mushrooms. There was cold boiled egg as well. The continental side of it was better.
Having given the downside which was plenty, the staff were lovely and helpful. Im afraid i would not recommend this hotel
lesley
3-night trip
10/10
Very nice small hotel.
Karen
9-night trip
10/10
Good location with tram stop just nearby. Upbeat decor, easy tech in the room. Staff were polite and welcoming. Good choice at breakfast. Bed matresses were very soft - may suit you but may not. Great to have ability to leave luggage after check-out whilst still exploring. I would suggest that management move the reception desk as it would be so easy for a guest to fall/step backwards off the steps that are directly in front of the table.
Emma
1-night trip
8/10
The hotel is within close proximity to most of the popular sites in Amsterdam.
Brian
2-night trip
8/10
Staff was very helpful and great location. Rooms pretty tiny and decorated a bit dark but covered the badics
Elizabeth
3-night trip
10/10
Great stay. Girlfriends 30th birthday and I asked them to put some balloons and a banner in for when we arrived back after a day out that I’d bought over with me and they happily obliged. Very friendly and also constantly crispy bacon in the morning😂 would recommend