In the heart of Amsterdam, The Highlander offers an eco-friendly retreat with a shopping mall on site and coffee shop/cafe. Explore nearby Madame Tussauds or unwind at the bar while enjoying in-room WiFi and a restaurant. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Parking available
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Front desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout curtains
The current price is RM1,178
RM1,178
RM1,431 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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Amsterdam (ZYA-Amsterdam Central Station) - 9 min walk
Rokin Station - 10 min walk
Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop - 1 min walk
Dam Stop - 5 min walk
Paleisstraat Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Restaurants
La Zoccola del Pacioccone - 3 min walk
caldi e freddi - 2 min walk
MORTIMER - 2 min walk
Louis
Humphrey's - 3 min walk
About this property
The Highlander
The Highlander puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Dam Square and The 9 Streets. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. This eco-friendly hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Amsterdam Museum and Vondelpark. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition. Public transportation is only a short walk: Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop is steps away and Dam Stop is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
31 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Off-site parking nearby (EUR 30 per day; discounts available)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's games
Art supplies
Children's books
What to do
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Designer shops on-site
Shopping centre on-site
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Handrails in stairwells
Hand-held shower heads
Visual fire alarm
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Tablet computer
LED television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Mini fridge
Free bottled water
High chair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 per cent will be charged
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25 per person
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 50.00 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 30 per day (3281 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 3 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.
Also known as
Hotel Citadel Amsterdam
Hotel Citadel
Citadel Amsterdam
Citadel Hotel Amsterdam
The Highlander Hotel
The Highlander Amsterdam
The Highlander Hotel Amsterdam
Frequently asked questions
Does The Highlander offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Highlander does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Highlander?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Highlander?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Highlander?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 50.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Highlander?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Highlander and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Dam Square (5-min walk) and Madame Tussauds (6-min walk), along with Leidseplein (1.1 mi) and Rijksmuseum (1.3 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near The Highlander?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Highlander like?
The Highlander is in Amsterdam City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Dam Square.
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The Highlander Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful, fresh, and had a good variety of options. (26 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2025
Good location,
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
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.
Etienne
Etienne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jul 2025
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.
Joanne
Joanne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jul 2025
Great place! Very quiet despite being in a busy location
Harrison
Harrison, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Sleep of dreams
Amazing, so so comfortable, rooms felt very thought about, the bed was like a cloud, 100% recommended staying here the location is perfect also for every area you would want to see for sights. Tram stop basically right outside with fantastic dining and local owned business and coffee shop
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
Ticks All The Boxes.
Great hotel.
Super comfortable beds. Nice hot shower with good waterflow and lovely toiletries. Very clean throughout.
Good location, just a 5 minute walk to almost everything!
Breakfast offering plentiful and complimentary drinks 24 hours/day.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Cool hotel in the center of Amsterdam
Very nice hotel in the center of Amsterdam. Walking distance to the Central station and to the big shopping streets.
The room was clean, spacious and with a cool interior.
Nice breakfast and very nice with the free drinks and snacks when you come back in the afternoon.
The staff were very helpful.
Ann
Ann, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
27 May 2025
Good location
We stayed there for 3 nights.
Reynir
Reynir, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Lovely place to stay.
The staff were very kind, the hotel was in a good location close to many tourist attractions. The breakfast was nice too. Everything was great except the fact that our tv didn’t work at all. It was quite late at night and we had only a one day’s stay so we didn’t mind and not complain about it.
Bhuvaneshwari
Bhuvaneshwari, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2025
I liked the details in this hotel. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast had everything one needs
Ganna
Ganna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2025
Facing a dodo street but very convenient to everything we wanted to see in Amsterdam. Friendly staff, spotless facilities and room. Great shower!
Would stay again.
Andrew
Andrew, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Aug 2025
Stay was alright!
My family and I stayed here for 4 nights. The room was spacious and staff was very friendly. Bed was comfortable and loved the rain shower. The breakfast was alright…but also very convenient. Liked that they offered snacks and drinks throughout the day. My biggest complaint is that the room was extremely dusty and that it was very hard to sleep the first night due to loud street noise. It wasn’t until later on the second day that we realized the window had been open all along. It has been open prior to our stay. We slept so much better after shutting it the second night. I have a feeling that’s what caused the room to be so dusty. We looked under the bed and there was a ton of dust.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Jun 2025
Great size, quiet room
Good location with a great size room. Friendly staff, good value breakfast. Bed was comfy and the room was quiet. Room hadn’t been checked properly as there was an empty deodorant can by the seating. Some issues with the in-room tablet and TV kept switching off at random times. Nice to have bottles of water in the fridge and good quality toiletries.
Jean A
Jean A, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2025
We love the location of this hotel because it is very close to everything.
Chelsea N
Chelsea N, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
Excellent hotel in the perfect city centre location. Highly recommend!!
Bethan
Bethan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec 2024
Love the breakfast, the staff and the area
Clea
Clea, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Feb 2025
Great place to land
Eran
Eran, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
Close to the train station and multiple restaurants and sights.
Jerry
Jerry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Mar 2025
The Highlander Hotel was located next to a variety of different shopping experiences, excellent dining options and was extremely easy to walk to many different parts of the city. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful and was immediately welcoming after a long travel day. We will definitely stay here again!!
Veronica
Veronica, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
31 Mar 2025
Hotel was in a very good location .. however so noisey and a little
Kiran
Kiran, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Overall a great experience. Clean and comfortable and centrally located.
Neil
Neil, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2024
Great stay
Ruben
Ruben, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Perfect location and lovely staff defo recommend
Luke
Luke, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2024
Nice hotel in a great location. Absolutely recommend!
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2024
Truly a special place in the heart of it all, a cozy and charming space that made the stay so worthwhile.