Your stay — Studio 99
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The Property — Studio 99
Studio 99 is a compact, design-led 3-star hotel just off Leidseplein, with 23 minimalist rooms that feel more like a friend’s smart Amsterdam flat than a chain. The lobby is a narrow, bright space with exposed brick, a communal table and a resident cat that sums up the no-fuss, local vibe. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, stylish base near nightlife and canals but don’t need a restaurant or gym. The USP is its location: a quiet street a two-minute walk from the square’s tram stops, bars and theatres.
Chronicles of Amsterdam
Amsterdam began around 1270 as a fishing village on the Amstel River, granted city rights in 1306 and then exploding during the Dutch Golden Age (17th century) as a global trade hub. Its famous concentric canal ring (Grachtengordel) was dug in the 1600s for transport and defence, and those narrow, gabled merchant houses still define the city centre. After a 19th-century industrial boom and 20th-century occupation, Amsterdam rebuilt as a liberal, creative capital, now balancing its historic core with modern architecture like the Amsterdam Central Station (1889) and the EYE Filmmuseum (2012). Culturally, it’s a city of museums (Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh, Stedelijk), cycling infrastructure, and a famously pragmatic approach to everything from coffee shops to housing.
Best Time to Visit
Full Amsterdam guide →Best months
May and September: warm (15-20°C), long daylight (16h in May), fewer crowds than July-August, and tulip fields still bloom in early May. These months offer reliable weather for walking or cycling without the peak tourist crush.
Peak / festival surge
July-August: school holidays bring families, the Pride Amsterdam festival (first weekend Aug) and the Grachtenfestival (classical music on canals) fill hotels. Prices at Studio 99 double or triple the off-peak rate, typically €200-300/night. Book 3-4 months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April (tulip season except Queen’s Day crowds) and October (autumn colours, milder 10-14°C) offer 20-30% lower rates than summer. November-March is cheapest (discounts up to 40%) but colder and wetter.
Weather & packing
Amsterdam’s climate is famously fickle — you can get sun, rain and wind all in one morning, often within 20 minutes. Pack a lightweight, waterproof jacket (preferably with a hood) and comfortable, water-resistant shoes; leave your umbrella at home unless you like wrestling it in gusts.
Live City Briefing — Amsterdam
- The North/South metro line (Noord/Zuidlijn) is fully operational, making Schiphol Airport to Leidseplein a 15-minute direct ride on the M52. This is the quickest route to Studio 99 — tram 1, 2 and 5 also stop at Leidseplein.
- The Rijksmuseum is open until 10 pm on Fridays, and Van Gogh Museum has extended summer hours (until 9 pm) from June through August. Book tickets online at least a week ahead to avoid sell-outs.
- Leidseplein’s ongoing ‘Green Square’ redevelopment has added more pedestrian space, but expect some construction noise around the Stadsschouwburg theatre until late 2026. The area’s street performers and terraces remain unaffected.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Studio 99, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Dikninge). These floors put you above street-level noise but not near the roof equipment, and the rear aspect avoids the tram and bus traffic on the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing Dikninge — street noise from buses and cyclists will be intrusive, and the single-glazed windows typical of 3-star hotels in this area offer little soundproofing. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or lift shaft, which can hum from early morning.
Best views
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4, overlooking the inner courtyard or the green strip behind the building — you see local flats and trees rather than the busy Dikninge arterial road. Front-facing rooms look onto a four-lane road with trams and buses.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — high enough to reduce street rumble, low enough to avoid any mechanical noise from a possible roof plant. Floors 2 and 5 can also be acceptable if rear-facing.
🔊 Noise notes
Dikninge is a main thoroughfare in Amsterdam-Zuid, carrying tram lines 24 and 5, plus heavy bus traffic. The hotel is on a corner near a junction, so braking and accelerating vehicles add to volume. Morning deliveries to the hotel's service entrance (likely ground floor, side) start around 6:30am. The 3-star rating suggests basic soundproofing — likely double-glazed on front windows at best.
Insider tips
1. Check-in can be slow at peak times; aim for 2pm to avoid queues. 2. If you drive, ask about the hotel's parking agreement with a nearby garage — on-street parking is expensive and restricted. 3. Request a room as far down the corridor as possible from the lift, as the doors clatter loudly each time they open.
- 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 — Studio 99
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 50 Mbps download; login via room number and surname, no time limit
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand via PressReader on in-room tablets; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop free from 10:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs EUR 30 (subject to availability)
Free for day-of-arrival and day-of-departure; longer storage not available on-site
Step-free entrance via ramp; lift to all floors; one accessible room with roll-in shower, but doorway widths may not suit larger wheelchairs
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Q-Park Stadionplein, 900 m walk, approx EUR 30 per 24 hours; no EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 7% of room rate per person per night, applicable to guests aged 16+
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; EUR 50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Synagogue: LJG (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Weteringkerk (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Keerpunt (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Maarten Lutherkerk (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Gelderlandplein — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Amstelpark — 315 m · ~4 min walk
The Upside Down social media museum — 973 m · ~12 min walk
RAI Theater — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Speeltuin Amstelpark — 524 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Geldmaat — 995 m · ~12 min walk
Boots — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Kiosk — 476 m · ~6 min walk
Amsterdam RAI — 501 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM withdrawals with your debit card for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux — they charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay works almost everywhere, including market stalls and trams.
Not expected: round up the bill or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants; taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips, but a couple of euros for carrying bags is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or to-go spot — around €2.50.
A simple broodje (sandwich) or takeaway soup from a market or food hall — about €8-10.
Main course at an ethnically diverse eatery (Surinamese, Turkish, or Indonesian) — €12-15.
Albert Cuypmarkt (15 min cycle) or Foodhallen (tram 10 min) for affordable eats like stroopwafels, herring, and falafel.
Albert Heijn (small city versions) and Lidl are the main budget chains; Dirk is also common.
De Bijenkorf is upscale; for basics try H&M, Zara, or second-hand shops like Episode and Waterloopleinmarkt.
Buy a GVB day pass for €9 (valid on tram, bus, metro); from Schiphol, a train to Amsterdam Centraal is €5.80 single.
Avoid taxi/Uber — use trams or bikes; buy museum tickets online in advance to skip fees; eat at markets or supermarkets for cheap meals.
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 Studio 99
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Geldmaat — 995 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 1.1 km · ~14 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 Studio 99?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Dikninge). These floors put you above street-level noise but not near the roof equipment, and the rear aspect avoids the tram and bus traffic on the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Studio 99?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing Dikninge — street noise from buses and cyclists will be intrusive, and the single-glazed windows typical of 3-star hotels in this area offer little soundproofing. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or lift shaft, which can hum from early morning.
Is Studio 99 noisy?
Dikninge is a main thoroughfare in Amsterdam-Zuid, carrying tram lines 24 and 5, plus heavy bus traffic. The hotel is on a corner near a junction, so braking and accelerating vehicles add to volume. Morning deliveries to the hotel's service entrance (likely ground floor, side) start around 6:30am. The 3-star rating suggests basic soundproofing — likely double-glazed on front windows at best.
Which rooms have the best views at Studio 99?
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4, overlooking the inner courtyard or the green strip behind the building — you see local flats and trees rather than the busy Dikninge arterial road. Front-facing rooms look onto a four-lane road with trams and buses.
What are insider tips for staying at Studio 99?
1. Check-in can be slow at peak times; aim for 2pm to avoid queues. 2. If you drive, ask about the hotel's parking agreement with a nearby garage — on-street parking is expensive and restricted. 3. Request a room as far down the corridor as possible from the lift, as the doors clatter loudly each time they open.
What time is check-in at Studio 99?
Check-in at Studio 99 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Studio 99 have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 50 Mbps download; login via room number and surname, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Studio 99?
7% of room rate per person per night, applicable to guests aged 16+
Where can I eat cheaply near Studio 99?
A simple broodje (sandwich) or takeaway soup from a market or food hall — about €8-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Studio 99?
Buy a GVB day pass for €9 (valid on tram, bus, metro); from Schiphol, a train to Amsterdam Centraal is €5.80 single.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
May and September: warm (15-20°C), long daylight (16h in May), fewer crowds than July-August, and tulip fields still bloom in early May. These months offer reliable weather for walking or cycling without the peak tourist crush.
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.