🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
NH Schiller
📍 26, Rembrandtplein, Amsterdam, 1017CV
Your stay — NH Schiller
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The Property — NH Schiller
This is a solid, no-fuss three-star just off Leidseplein. The lobby is compact and functional – tiled floor, lift straight ahead, a small seating area for waiting guests. It suits travellers who want to be in the thick of Amsterdam's nightlife and tram network without paying for frills. The USP is location: a three-minute walk from the square's bars, theatres, and tram stops, plus the Rijksmuseum is 12 minutes on foot. You get clean, compact rooms with the basics (kettle, safe, TV), and breakfast is a self-service buffet in the basement dining room – nothing fancy, but it sets you up for the day.
Chronicles of Amsterdam
Amsterdam began in the late 12th century as a fishing village on the Amstel River. The city exploded in the Golden Age (17th century) as a global trading hub, building its iconic canal ring (Grachtengordel) with narrow gabled warehouses. That canal district is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, lined with 17th-century merchants' houses. In the 20th century, Amsterdam reinvented itself as a liberal, creative capital – think the Rijksmuseum's Rembrandts, the Anne Frank House, and a thriving contemporary art scene. Today it's a dense, bicycle-packed city of canals, coffee shops, and cutting-edge design, balancing tourism with local life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Amsterdam guide →Best months
May and September – May has tulips and long daylight (sunset after 9pm); September offers warm days, fewer crowds than July–August, and lower hotel rates.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak. Schools are out, the weather is warmest (20–25°C), and events like Pride Amsterdam (first weekend of August) and the Grachtenfestival canal concerts pack the city. Hotel prices double or triple; expect to pay €200+ for a standard double at NH Schiller.
Budget shoulder season
April (before King's Day on the 27th) and October – temperatures are 10–15°C, crowds thin, and rooms drop to €100–140. Good chance of bargain flights and quieter museums.
Weather & packing
Amsterdam weather can change on a whim – you might get sun, rain, and wind all in one afternoon. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers (light jumper, scarf), plus comfortable shoes for walking and cycling.
Live City Briefing — Amsterdam
- The major north-south metro line (Noord/Zuidlijn) is fully operational, making Schiphol Airport to Centraal Station faster (15 minutes) – but tram 12 still runs from Leidseplein to Centraal in 20 minutes.
- Amsterdam's new tourist tax (7% of room rate plus €3 per person per night) applies from 2024; budget an extra €10–15 for a one-night stay at NH Schiller.
- The Rijksmuseum now requires timed-entry slots even for members; book at least two weeks ahead for July weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to NH Schiller, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room facing the rear courtyard. Rooms on floors 4–6 are furthest from Rembrandtplein's bar noise but still within reach of the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–2 facing Rembrandtplein — direct street noise from cafes, trams, and weekend crowds. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor (listen for mechanical hum).
Best views
Rooms at the back overlook a canal and quiet residential street — no direct Rembrandtplein flash, but a decent water view. Front-facing rooms have a partial view of the square but that means noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are generally quietest, away from ground-floor restaurant noise and not high enough to catch wind rattle. The lift serves all floors, so upper floors require a short wait but less foot traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Rembrandtplein is a major nightlife hub — bars, clubs, and terraces. Expect tram rattle on weekdays from 6am. The hotel's own ground-floor bar adds chatter until midnight. Street cleaning trucks pass from 5am.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 3pm to avoid the lobby queue — the single lift gets busy. 2. If you're a light sleeper, request a room on floor 5 or 6 at booking and bring earplugs anyway; the hotel may not honour a ground-floor quiet guarantee.
- 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 — NH Schiller
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed averages 30 Mbps download, enough for streaming; no login or password required, just accept terms.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital press via PressReader (login code at front desk). No physical newspapers.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop at reception (free, no reservation needed). Late check-out until 14:00 costs €40, subject to availability.
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures; can hold overnight on request for a small fee (typically €5 per bag).
Step-free access from Rembrandtplein to lobby (ramp at main entrance). Lift fits a standard wheelchair. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms; accessible rooms available on request.
No on-site parking. Closest public car park: Q-Park City Parking (Korte Amstelstraat 7, 7-min walk), €35 per 24h. Nearest EV charging: Allego charger at Utrechtsestraat 105 (5-min walk), €0.45/kWh.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night (2025 rate; subject to change in 2026)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Fo Guang Shan He Hua Tempel (84 m · ~1 min walk)
- Synagogue: The Tabernacle (147 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Waalse kerk (377 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Co-kathedrale Basiliek van Sint Nicolaas (486 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Magna Plaza — 846 m · ~11 min walk
Wertheimpark — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Red Light Secrets — 99 m · ~1 min walk
Amsterdams Marionetten Theater — 232 m · ~3 min walk
Speeltuin De Waag — 423 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Geldmaat — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Apotheek H.W. van der Meulen — 177 m · ~2 min walk
Alexander — 33 m · ~1 min walk
Nieuwmarkt — 285 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Schiphol and central tourist spots which typically charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are standard; Amex less common.
Not mandatory but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service in restaurants is appreciated; taxis usually round to the nearest euro; hotel staff: €1-2 per bag for porters, a few euros per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a supermarket bakery counter (e.g. Albert Heijn to-go) for around €2-2.50.
A broodje (sandwich) from a lunchroom or bakery with drink: about €8-10.
A main course at a modest eetcafé or Italian: around €15-20.
The Foodhallen (nearby in Oud-West) offer varied stalls from €5-10 per dish; also find cheap Thai, Surinamese, or Dutch snacks (bitterballen, fries) at neighbourhood snack bars.
Albert Heijn (smaller city-format stores) and Lidl are common; Dirk and Vomar also present for budget basics.
Haarlemmerdijk street and Vismarkt area have independent boutiques and second-hand shops; cheaper chains are on Kalverstraat (central) but not in 1017CV directly; Waterlooplein market (15 min walk) for vintage/cheap clothing.
A 1-hour GVB tram/bus/metro ticket is €3.40; 24-hour pass €9; from Schiphol: train to Amsterdam Centraal (€5.60 single) then tram/bus to 1017CV area, or buy an Amsterdam Travel Ticket if arriving early.
Eat at lunch or at 'borreltijd' (early evening snack menus) for cheaper deals; skip canal cruise and walk instead; buy museum tickets online in advance to avoid booking fees.
Good to know — Amsterdam
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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 NH Schiller
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Geldmaat — 75 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheek H.W. van der Meulen — 177 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 NH Schiller?
Request an upper-floor room facing the rear courtyard. Rooms on floors 4–6 are furthest from Rembrandtplein's bar noise but still within reach of the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at NH Schiller?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–2 facing Rembrandtplein — direct street noise from cafes, trams, and weekend crowds. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor (listen for mechanical hum).
Is NH Schiller noisy?
Rembrandtplein is a major nightlife hub — bars, clubs, and terraces. Expect tram rattle on weekdays from 6am. The hotel's own ground-floor bar adds chatter until midnight. Street cleaning trucks pass from 5am.
Which rooms have the best views at NH Schiller?
Rooms at the back overlook a canal and quiet residential street — no direct Rembrandtplein flash, but a decent water view. Front-facing rooms have a partial view of the square but that means noise.
What are insider tips for staying at NH Schiller?
1. Check in after 3pm to avoid the lobby queue — the single lift gets busy. 2. If you're a light sleeper, request a room on floor 5 or 6 at booking and bring earplugs anyway; the hotel may not honour a ground-floor quiet guarantee.
What time is check-in at NH Schiller?
Check-in at NH Schiller is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does NH Schiller have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed averages 30 Mbps download, enough for streaming; no login or password required, just accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at NH Schiller?
€3.00 per person per night (2025 rate; subject to change in 2026)
Where can I eat cheaply near NH Schiller?
A broodje (sandwich) from a lunchroom or bakery with drink: about €8-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from NH Schiller?
A 1-hour GVB tram/bus/metro ticket is €3.40; 24-hour pass €9; from Schiphol: train to Amsterdam Centraal (€5.60 single) then tram/bus to 1017CV area, or buy an Amsterdam Travel Ticket if arriving early.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
May and September – May has tulips and long daylight (sunset after 9pm); September offers warm days, fewer crowds than July–August, and lower hotel rates.
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.