Houthavens Amsterdam, Netherlands
Renovated
2024
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
Waterfront architectural outpost
Occupying the base of an imposing landmark on the pier, this stay offers a quiet perch right at the water's edge.
What it’s good at
Notable
Raw concrete ceilings and floor-to-ceiling glass inside a landmark waterfront ceramic building.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Dutch design doesn’t get much more modern than this, with its raw concrete ceilings and columns, its floor-to-ceiling windows, and its white-on-white décor.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Set along the quiet Houthavens docks, the hotel sits steps from the Noord ferry and a short bike ride from Westerpark.
The rooms
Raw concrete ceilings and full-height glass frame river traffic, while select suites add freestanding tubs positioned directly before the water.
Restaurant
Café Pontsteiger
The waterside cafe serves espresso and draft beers, with green counter stools set against floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking the IJ.
How it began
Arons en Gelauff designed the 90-meter gateway tower clad in custom ceramic tiles that shift between green and bronze in daylight.
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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.