Hotel Nicolaas Witsen – A Favorite for Families in Amsterdam
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Hotel Nicolaas Witsen offers rooms with 1 double bed, 2 single beds, or 3 single beds. Quadruple rooms include a bunk bed. All rooms have private bathrooms with showers, free WiFi, smart TVs with casting capability, air conditioning, Nespresso coffee machines, small refrigerators, and electronic safes. Some rooms feature black-out curtains and soundproofing.
Dining Options
The hotel serves breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. A small bar offers a variety of drinks. The lounge area provides seating with a TV and free wireless internet.
Location & Transportation
Located on Nicolaas Witsenstraat, a quiet street in Amsterdam-Centrum. A 10-minute walk to the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Albert Cuyp Market. Less than 600 meters from Leidseplein and Rembrandtplein entertainment centers. Frederiksplein tram stop (trams 4 and 25) provides direct access to Amsterdam Central Station and RAI Station. Metro 52 from Vijzelgracht station connects to Amsterdam Zuid and Central Station.
Hotel Services
24-hour front desk, free luggage storage, valet parking. The property is smoke-free. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, a security system, and first aid kits. APCOA Parking Heinekenplein is available 5 minutes away for €20 per 24 hours, or P+R parking on city outskirts costs €8 per 24 hours.
Property History
The hotel occupies three buildings constructed in 1906. Purchased in 1981 by Robert Roozendaal and Anne de Bruijn, it was transformed from a dilapidated property into a 3-star hotel. Their son Alex Roozendaal joined in 2000, leading modernization and sustainability upgrades while preserving historical elements.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
