De Negen Straatjes Amsterdam, Netherlands
Renovated
2024
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Classic LocalOutside the door
Canal-house literary salon
Interconnected 17th-century canal mansions create an intimate literary salon hung with original post-war CoBrA paintings.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Restored seventeenth-century canal mansions along the Herengracht preserve historic timber framing, split levels, and monumental gables.
Notable
A continuous literary gathering place since 1953, where generations of visiting authors have signed the house collection.
Notable
An extraordinary private collection of post-war Dutch CoBrA artwork adorns the walls of interconnected Herengracht merchant houses.
What they say
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Inside, the hotel enchants with old world elegance – chandeliers, oriental carpets – and Dutch hospitality – cheese and champagne for breakfast!
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set in the Nine Streets along the Herengracht canal, independent boutiques, photo galleries, and lively cafes sit right outside.
The rooms
Individually styled rooms feature gilt mirrors and Dutch paintings, with large windows in canal-facing rooms overlooking the Herengracht.
The spa
Private treatment rooms hold Epsom salt flotation tanks and red light therapy beds, with massage sessions in adjoining suites.
Restaurant
Brasserie Ambassade
The dining room serves French classics beneath crystal chandeliers, and tall windows look straight out on the Herengracht canal.
At the table
The ground-floor Library Bar mixes cocktails among shelves lined with thousands of books signed by visiting authors.
How it began
Opening in 1953, the family-owned retreat became a haven for visiting authors and Nobel laureates who autographed thousands of volumes.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.