🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Melrose
📍 92, Elandsgracht, Amsterdam, 1016TZ
Photo: official website
Your stay — Melrose
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Melrose, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3) to minimize street noise from the Elandsgracht. The hotel has 4 floors, and the lift only goes up to floor 4, so you'll have to use the stairs for floors 3 and below. The Elandsgracht is a busy street with tram and bike traffic, so a higher floor will help reduce noise disruption.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or floor 1, as they may be closer to the service entrance and potentially noisier. Also, rooms near the lift might experience noise from the elevator mechanism or other guests using it.
Best views
There's no information on the hotel's orientation or specific views, but rooms on the higher floors (2-4) might offer a glimpse of the city skyline or the surrounding buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 2-4 are likely the quietest, as they're away from the street and the lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise from the Elandsgracht, which can be busy with trams and bike traffic. The service entrance might also generate some noise, especially during peak hours or when deliveries are made.
Insider tips
Ask the staff about the best parking options nearby, as the hotel's address is in a residential area with limited parking spots. Request a room with a window that's not directly facing the Elandsgracht to reduce street noise. If you can, ask for a room with a view of the canal or a nearby square.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Melrose
free; 2 devices per room; no login constraints
serves all floors; no historic stairs-only sections
complimentary PressReader and Financial Times digital editions; no physical papers available
13:00-22:00; early bag-drop available from 09:00; late check-out until 15:00 available for €30
available 24/7; €5 per bag per day
step-free access; wheelchair accessible entrance; no structural limitations
on-site parking available; €25 per night; nearest public car park at Raadhuisstraat 50, €3 per hour; EV charging available on request
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.82 per person per night (as of 2026)
Deposit & card hold: €50 credit card hold at check-in; no advance deposit required
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Keizersgrachtkerk (429 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Oude Lutherse Kerk (664 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Quaker Meeting house (714 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Begijnhofkapel (784 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Magna Plaza — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Leidsebosje — 410 m · ~5 min walk
Pijpenkabinet — 256 m · ~3 min walk
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam — 199 m · ~2 min walk
Andreasveldje — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 139 m · ~2 min walk
Apotheek Leidsestraat — 132 m · ~2 min walk
Albert Heijn to go — 125 m · ~2 min walk
Vijzelgracht — 957 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use debit/credit cards for most things; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots for poor rates. ATMs (geldautomaat) from major banks like ABN AMRO or ING give decent rates.
Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro) and contactless (including Apple/Google Pay) are accepted almost everywhere; cash is rarely needed but keep a small amount for markets or very small cafes.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service. Round up the bill at restaurants (5-10% is fine), round to nearest euro for taxis, and leave a couple of euros for hotel cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or an espresso at a simple cafe costs around €2.50-3.00.
A broodje (sandwich) or soup from a bakery/supermarket is €5-8.
A main course at an average neighbourhood restaurant runs €15-20.
Area has decent options for Dutch street food like herring, stroopwafels, and patat (fries) from stands or markets; the Albert Cuypmarkt is the main spot nearby.
Albert Heijn (common, especially 'to go' smaller shops) and Lidl are the main budget supermarkets here.
For affordable high-street clothes, head to the Kalverstraat or the Bijenkorf area (15-20 min tram ride); neighbourhood has mostly independent boutiques.
Cheapest is a day pass for GVB trams/buses/metro at €8.50 (from ticket machines or GVB app); from Schiphol, take NS train (about €5.50 to Amsterdam Centraal) then tram/bus.
Buy groceries at Lidl or Albert Heijn for breakfast/snacks. Walk or cycle instead of taking trams for short distances. Avoid eating directly in the '9 Straatjes' tourist zone; walk a block or two for better prices.
Good to know — Amsterdam
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
AmsterdamFor police non-emergencies, call 0900-8844. General non-emergency medical assistance: 088 123 1234 (GP service). Tourist help line: +31 20 551 3366 (Amsterdam Tourist Information).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Amsterdam, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Melrose
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 139 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheek Leidsestraat — 132 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) → nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel
💡 Direct bus service (route 397). Requires advance booking online for best rates. Luggage space guaranteed, good for groups.
nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel → City center / Amsterdam attractions
💡 Buy day pass (GVB €8.50/24hrs) for unlimited trams/buses. Hotel is on direct Tram 4 line to Dam Square. Skip taxis in city center; trams are faster and cheaper.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) → nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel
💡 Most economical option. Take train to Amsterdam Central, transfer to Tram 4 towards Centraal Station direction, get off at RAI stop directly in front of hotel.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) → nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel
💡 Book in advance via Uber app for fixed pricing. Avoid peak hours 8-10am and 4-6pm when traffic is heavy on A4 motorway.
About Amsterdam
Wikipedia ↗
Amsterdam (Dutch: [ˌɑmstərˈdɑm] ; lit. 'Dam in the Amstel') is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands. It has a population of 933,680 in June 2024 within the city proper, 1,457,018 in the urban area and 2,480,394 in the metropolitan area. Located in the Dutch province of North Holland, Amst...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Melrose?
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3) to minimize street noise from the Elandsgracht. The hotel has 4 floors, and the lift only goes up to floor 4, so you'll have to use the stairs for floors 3 and below. The Elandsgracht is a busy street with tram and bike traffic, so a higher floor will help reduce noise disruption.
Which rooms should I avoid at Melrose?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or floor 1, as they may be closer to the service entrance and potentially noisier. Also, rooms near the lift might experience noise from the elevator mechanism or other guests using it.
Is Melrose noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise from the Elandsgracht, which can be busy with trams and bike traffic. The service entrance might also generate some noise, especially during peak hours or when deliveries are made.
Which rooms have the best views at Melrose?
There's no information on the hotel's orientation or specific views, but rooms on the higher floors (2-4) might offer a glimpse of the city skyline or the surrounding buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Melrose?
Ask the staff about the best parking options nearby, as the hotel's address is in a residential area with limited parking spots. Request a room with a window that's not directly facing the Elandsgracht to reduce street noise. If you can, ask for a room with a view of the canal or a nearby square.
What time is check-in at Melrose?
Check-in at Melrose is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Melrose have Wi-Fi?
free; 2 devices per room; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Melrose?
€2.82 per person per night (as of 2026)
Where can I eat cheaply near Melrose?
A broodje (sandwich) or soup from a bakery/supermarket is €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Melrose?
Cheapest is a day pass for GVB trams/buses/metro at €8.50 (from ticket machines or GVB app); from Schiphol, take NS train (about €5.50 to Amsterdam Centraal) then tram/bus.
Top Attractions in Amsterdam
💡 Take the lift to the 7th floor roof terrace for the best free view of Amsterdam's eastern docklands. Open to everyone, no library card needed.
💡 Go early (before 10am) to avoid crowds. The English Reformed Church inside opens at 11am for a quick look.
💡 Silence is requested—no loud talking or photos of residents. Entry via the gate on Spui, not the church side.
💡 Take the lift to the top floor café—coffee is cheap (€1.50) and the terrace overlooks the IJ river, a great free alternative to expensive rooftop bars.
💡 Enter through the arch on Spui—be respectful, as people still live here. No loud groups or bicycles allowed. Visit the chapel's wooden ship models hanging from the ceiling.
💡 Silence is required. No photography inside the courtyard. Go early morning to avoid tour groups – they start arriving around 10am.
💡 Respect the residents — no photos inside the courtyard, and keep your voice down. The English Reformed Church inside has free entry on Saturdays.
💡 Keep your voice down and don't take photos of residents. The hidden Catholic church (Houten Huys) at number 34 is one of Amsterdam's oldest surviving wooden buildings.