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The Highlander

4.0 star property
Coffee in hand at The Highlander sets travelers up for Amsterdam adventures to iconic landmarks like Madame Tussauds and the Anne Frank House

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The Highlander in central Amsterdam offers eco-friendly amenities like a shopping mall, coffee shop, bar, and restaurant. In-room WiFi keeps travelers connected, and the staff are praised for their helpfulness. Major attractions are just steps away.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, a neighborhood in Amsterdam, The Highlander is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Leidseplein and Dam Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Johan Cruyff Arena. Visit our Amsterdam travel guide
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Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 98-100, Amsterdam, 1012 SG

What's nearby

  • Dam Square in Amsterdam, top view
    Dam Square
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Madame Tussauds showing signage
    Madame Tussauds
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anne Frank House which includes a river or creek
    Anne Frank House
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sexmuseum
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The 9 Streets
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop
    1 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station
    9 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • INK Hotel Amsterdam - MGallery
    3 min walk
  • The Pressroom
    3 min walk
  • Greenwoods
    2 min walk
  • La Zoccola del Pacioccone
    3 min walk
  • MORTIMER
    2 min walk

About this property

The Highlander

Upscale hotel near Dam Square
Located close to Madame Tussauds and Leidseplein, The Highlander provides a shopping mall on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in the lobby, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's books, and art supplies
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, tablet computers, and coffee/tea makers

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (EUR 30 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day (3281 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is 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

Is The Highlander pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Highlander?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Highlander?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Highlander located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dam Square and Madame Tussauds. Leidseplein and Rijksmuseum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Dam Stop is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Highlander Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 552 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 552 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 552 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 552 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 552 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shalini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location. Very welcoming and quick checkin process, didn’t have to wait for the checkin time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bitten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great, very nice hotel in the middel og everything. We walked all around Very friendly starf and free bar😄
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good staff. Small rooms but it works
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really comfortable and pleasant stay and would definitely return. I can’t fault anything. Staff can’t do enough for you and are extremely friendly, professional and helpful. 10/10 stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liza was absolutely AMAZING! She was kind and extremely knowledgeable. The hotel was beautiful and clean. The location is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice. Good staff, the room was big enough, great shower. We had breakfast included and it was good. Bacon, eggs, pancakes, cold cuts and cheese, yogurt, etc. Great location with easy walk or tram to central station. Close to Anne Frank house and central square. Far enough from red light district to avoid that mass of humanity.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atossa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location, amazing breakfast and access to coffee and drinks throughout the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was exceptional! Our room was clean and cozy. Breakfast was super good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

PATRICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was easily walked to from train station. Many restaurants and stores near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel in a great location, fabulous rooms (loved the colour-scheme for each floor), comfy bed, friendly and welcoming staff, nice breakfast 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming and comfortable hotel in a very convenient location close to transport links and attractions. Staff were very attentive & helpful, especially Liza. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute room, nice amenities right in center of Amsterdam
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff. Felt like you were valued. Great location. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful stay! Comfortable room and great breakfast. Wish the staff would have told us the “minibar” downstairs was free when we arrived. This was an amazing stay and will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, small but had all necessities. Very friendly and attentive hosts. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Good location,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hotel 10 minutes walk from the station. The staff were brilliant and we'd happily stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying in Amsterdam? Look no further. This place checks all the boxes. The staff is very attentive and kind. They allowed us to check in nearly 3 hours early.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Great place! Very quiet despite being in a busy location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

City boutique style hotel

Lovely hotel in a great location. Although booking a deluxe room, it was quite compact. The walls were painted black, which made it very dark and difficult to get ready. Buffet style breakfast and an added bonus of free beer and wine in the evening, nice little touch! Would recommend but ask for a bright coloured room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Location was perfect to explore the city. The bed was very comfortable and we had great service. Breakfast had lots of options and we had complementary drinks throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect. Room was cozy and the bed was super comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Etienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent!!

I already sent a review, which was amazing. Really enjoyed this hotel, especially the free beer and wine in the lobby. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breafast was excellent. I would stay there again when I go to Amsterdam.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025