Amsterdam, NetherlandsCanal Belt
The Albus - Boutique Hotel Amsterdam Centrum
Eco-certified Canal Belt hotel
Canal Belt Amsterdam, Netherlands
Renovated
2017
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Luxe LocalOutside the door
Eco-certified Canal Belt hotel
The Van der Meer family runs an independent, Green Key Gold-certified boutique base focused on low-impact city hospitality.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Smart, superb, stunning: every one of the guestrooms in this design hotel is fresh and modern, leading to rave reviews.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Rembrandtplein is a short stroll away, and the central canals branch out in every direction from the doorstep.
The rooms
Triple-glazed windows shut out Vijzelstraat traffic, keeping the colorful, modern rooms quiet day and night.
Senses Restaurant
Chef Renaud Goigoux crafts multi-course tasting menus with Japanese accents, served inside or out on the sidewalk terrace.
How it began
The building looks historic, but the Van der Meer family built it from scratch in 2000.
Amsterdam
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.