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InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam

InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam

Weesperbuurt en Plantage, Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam

Opened 1867   Renovated 2020   $$$$

“Grand dame riverfront palace”

Heritage Classic Luxe
Central

Forbes Travel Guide · Condé Nast Traveler

InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam — vibe

Vibe

Grand 19th-century riverfront elegance defines this landmark, where white-glove service meets tranquil views over the Amstel.

“Grand dame riverfront palace”

Heritage

1867 landmark riverfront palace featuring original architectural grandeur and period details throughout.

Classic

A 19th-century institution hosting royal events and traditional afternoon tea beside the river Amstel.

Luxe

Polished white-glove service, plush room amenities, and an indoor swimming pool set at river level.

Central

On the Amstel's banks beside the Royal Theatre Carré.

InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam — rooms

Rooms

Tall historic windows frame views of passing canal boats, complemented by rich fabrics and classical crown molding.

InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam — backstory

Backstory

Opening its doors in 1867, this riverfront palace has hosted royalty and cultural icons for over a century.

InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam — wellness

Wellness

An indoor swimming pool sits at water level, offering direct views of canal traffic on the Amstel.

InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam — eat & drink

Eat & drink

Traditional afternoon tea is served beside the water, offering front-row seats to river traffic passing by.

The neighborhood

Positioned directly on the Amstel riverbank, the property sits next door to the iconic Royal Theatre Carré.

“InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam has an air about it, which comes from 150 years of welcoming guests through its grand doors.” 
Forbes Travel Guide
“This ritzy historic hotel offers a genuine glimpse into Amsterdam's past.” 
Condé Nast Traveler · Readers Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023, 2025

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