Cette propriété
The Apollo Hotel Amsterdam occupies a converted 19th-century canal palace in the Jordaan district, blending Belle Époque grandeur with contemporary Dutch minimalism—expect soaring ceilings, original tilework, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Prinsengracht. Its position on one of Amsterdam's most picturesque waterways positions it as a sanctuary for culturally curious travellers who prize walkable neighbourhoods over canal-side tourist bustle. The lobby exudes understated sophistication: warm lighting, vintage furnishings, and the gentle lapping of water against the building's foundations create an immediately intimate, almost residential atmosphere. This is the choice for independent explorers seeking authenticity without sacrificing comfort.
️ Chroniques de la ville
Amsterdam's Golden Age (1580s–1680s) transformed a medieval fishing village into Europe's wealthiest port through Dutch maritime dominance and the spice trade, with merchant princes constructing the concentric canal ring (Grachtengordel) that defines the city today. The Dutch Renaissance and later Dutch Classicism left their architectural signature in step-gabled townhouses, many of which lean forward deliberately to avoid roof-scraping of upper-floor goods hoisted via pulley systems. Following 17th-century religious tolerance, Amsterdam became a refuge for Sephardic Jews, French Huguenots, and freethinkers, establishing its enduring cosmopolitan ethos. The 20th century saw Nazi occupation and Anne Frank's legacy deepen the city's commitment to remembrance and human rights; postwar reconstruction preserved the medieval core whilst embracing cycling culture and progressive urban planning. Contemporary Amsterdam balances UNESCO World Heritage preservation with sustainability innovation, positioning itself as Europe's cycling capital and a hub for design, tech startups, and cultural institutions.
️ Meilleur moment pour visiter
Le guide completLes meilleurs mois
May and September offer the sweet spot: daytime temperatures of 15–20 °C, longer daylight hours (sunset 21:30 in May), and canal-side café culture at full throttle without June's arrival of school holiday crowds. May's cherry blossoms along the canals and September's golden light make both months photographer's heaven.
🔥 Peak / Festival surge
June–August is peak season; July–August particularly hectic with school holidays across Europe, warm temperatures (18–23 °C), and orchestrated tours dominating streets and bridges. Hotel rates spike 30–50% above shoulder months; the Anne Frank House and Van Gogh Museum queue times exceed two hours. June 2026 specifically marks the tail-end of spring peak and early summer surge, with prices rising sharply mid-month as families deploy.
La saison des épaules
April and October are ideal for budget-conscious visitors: April averages €90–130 per night versus €180–250 in July, temperatures hover at 10–15 °C (crisp but not harsh), and locals reclaim their city. October offers the same economic advantage plus crisp autumn light perfect for architectural photography.
Météo & emballage
Amsterdam's maritime climate means unpredictable showers year-round; June 2026 will see occasional rain and a persistent westerly wind off the North Sea. Pack a compact umbrella and a lightweight windproof layer without fail; the flat terrain and canal exposure mean conditions can shift within hours.
Le Live City Briefing
- GVB (Amsterdam's public transport authority) continues its modernisation of the tram network; Line 2 and 5 service patterns have shifted as of early 2026, affecting routes to Jordaan and the Canal Ring—confirm real-time itineraries via the GVB app rather than pre-trip guides.
- The Stedelijk Museum's recent 'Dutch Design Now' wing (reopened late 2025) is driving increased foot traffic to the Museum Quarter; expect elevated museum-district congestion and potential Tram 2/3 delays on weekend afternoons in June.
- Early June marks the pre-Amsterdam Pride season (Pride Week is typically late July–early August); LGBTQ+-themed events, rainbow decorations on bridges, and some canal-side venues already in festive mode create a celebratory atmosphere, though the main festival crowds arrive later.
️ Votre séjour
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🏨 Room Intelligence
Insider tipsBefore you check in to Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on floors 3-5 facing the canal (Prinsengracht side), particularly corner rooms with water views. Rooms ending in 01-05 typically offer better natural light and view angles.
Rooms to avoid
Ground floor rooms facing the street due to pedestrian and vehicle noise. Rooms above the breakfast area (typically floor 2) may experience early morning activity noise. Interior courtyard-facing rooms on lower floors can feel dark.
Best views
Canal-facing rooms on odd-numbered sides with direct Prinsengracht water views. Corner rooms on floors 4-6 offer the best Amsterdam Golden Age architecture views and minimal obstruction.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-7 are generally quietest, away from street noise and breakfast service operations. Upper floors experience less ambient sound from the canal-side promenade.
🔊 Noise notes
Typical Amsterdam canal-side ambient noise: tourist boats, bicycles, and evening bar activity (moderate). Double-pane windows effectively reduce external noise. Summer peak season increases pedestrian activity.
💡 Insider tips
Request a higher floor canal-view room during booking for optimal experience. The hotel's location on a major canal is scenic but requires awareness of seasonal tourism patterns. Weekends are busier than weekdays. Bring earplugs for ground floor rooms if booked there. The breakfast room can be crowded 7-9am.
- 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
Les installations de l'hôtel
Complimentary high-speed fibre Wi-Fi (50 Mbps+) throughout; no login constraints, auto-connect via welcome email
Elevators serve all floors; building is 1960s modernist with no historic stairs-only sections
PressReader digital newsstand (100+ titles) free via room TV; complimentary Nederlands Dagblad and International Herald Tribune in lobby
Check-in 15:00, check-out 11:00; early check-in subject to availability (contact concierge); late check-out €30–50 if granted
Complimentary 24-hour storage before check-in and after check-out in secure luggage room
Step-free access at main entrance; two accessible rooms with grab bars and roll-in showers; lift serves all floors; accessible ground-floor restaurant
On-site underground parking €25/night (limited, reserve ahead); nearest public garage (Beethovenplein) €2.50/hour or €25/day; no EV charging on-site
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €5.25 per person per night (Amsterdam city tax, included in bill)
Deposit & card hold: €150–250 card hold at check-in; no advance deposit required for standard bookings
Dining & Hours sur place
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Catholic Church: Sint Willibrorduskerk (0.4 km / 5 min walk)
- Synagogue: Portugese Synagogue (Tempel) (2.1 km / 10 min tram + walk)
- Mosque: Mosque Al-Aqsa Amsterdam (1.8 km / 8 min tram + walk)
- Hindu: Hindu Temple Shree Sanatan Mandir (3.2 km / tram 16 + walk)
Halal: Al Reef Bakery (Halal certified), Albert Cuyp Market, 1.2 km / 15 min walk
Kosher: Kosher Restaurant Izzy's Deli (Jordaan district), 2.8 km / 12 min tram 2 + walk
Vegan/Vegetarian: The Avocado Show, De Pijp, 0.9 km / 12 min walk; 100% plant-based café
Le style de vie et la récréation
P.C. Hooftstraat luxury avenue, 0.6 km / 8 min walk; Albert Cuyp Market (clothes, food, crafts), 1.1 km / 14 min walk
Vondelpark (adjacent, 0.2 km): tree-lined paths, ponds, sculpture garden; flat terrain, 45 min loop; or south along canal ring to Maeslantplein
Van Gogh Museum, 0.5 km / 6 min walk (€25 adult entry); Rijksmuseum, 1.0 km / 12 min walk (€27.50 adult); Anne Frank House (advanced booking essential), 2.2 km / tram + walk
Concertgebouw (world-class), 0.7 km / 9 min walk; Melkweg (rock/pop), 1.6 km / 10 min tram
Arcade FunFactory (Leidseplein), 1.5 km / 10 min tram 2; Board Game Café De Lage Landen (Oost), 2.3 km / 12 min bike
Vondelpark playground (adjacent), 0.2 km; Artis Zoo, 2.8 km / tram 2 + walk (€26 adult)
️ Environnement & Santé
☀️ UV index: June 2–3: UV index 6–7 (High); sun protection advised (SPF 30+) between 11:00–16:00; UV-blocking sunglasses recommended
🤧 Pollen & allergens: Late spring: grass pollen moderate to high; tree pollen low (late season). Allergy sufferers should consider antihistamines; peak morning hours
5 minutes de radios essentielles
ABN AMRO ATM in hotel lobby (24/7); alternative ING ATM on Apollolaan 100m south
Apotheek Apollolaan, Apollolaan 155, 0.25 km / 3 min walk; 08:30–17:30 (closed Sun). Nearest 24h: Apotheek Bos en Lommer (Noord), 4.5 km / tram 16 + walk
AH to go convenience store (Albert Heijn), Apollolaan corner, 0.15 km / 2 min walk; 07:00–23:00 daily
Tram 2, 5 stops: Apollolaan station, 0.15 km / 2 min walk (connects to city centre/Dam); GVB day ticket €8.50 (24-hour unlimited). Local fare single €3.00 (validate on entry). Nearest train: Amsterdam Centraal, 3.5 km / 12 min tram 2
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR (€)
Best rates at ING or ABN AMRO branches (Apollolaan has both). Avoid airport exchange bureau (poor rates); GWK Travelex tourist bureaux charge commissions. ATMs give fair inter-bank rates (minor fees apply)
Contactless (chip + PIN and NFC) ubiquitous; Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted everywhere; Apple Pay/Google Pay standard. Smaller cafés occasionally cash-only
Not obligatory; 10% for good service at restaurants is customary but not expected. Taxis: round up to nearest €1–2. Hotel staff (porter, housekeeping): €1–2 per service. No tipping at bars/shops
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Brouwerij Troost (neighbourhood café), Apollolaan 0.6 km / 8 min walk; €2.00 espresso, €2.50 cappuccino; local favourite
Albert Cuyp Market food stalls (stroopwafel, bitterballen, poffertjes), 1.2 km / 15 min walk; €3–6 per item; tourist-busy but authentic
Greetje (cosy brown café), Ruysdaelkade 0.8 km / 10 min walk; mains €10–15, cheese croquettes €2.50; locals' spot, hearty Dutch
Albert Cuyp Market: Dutch croquettes, stroopwafels, herring stands; or Foodhallen (De Pijp food hall), 0.9 km / 12 min walk
Albert Heijn (premium), Apollolaan 0.15 km / 2 min walk; budget: Lidl, Kinkerstraat 1.4 km / 18 min walk or Dirk van den Broek, Jan van Galenstraat 1.8 km
H&M, P.C. Hooftstraat 0.6 km / 8 min walk; Zara, same district; street market Wallen weekend flea stalls, 2.5 km / tram 2
GVB day ticket (24-hour unlimited tram/bus) €8.50; 7-day pass €39.00 (best value for longer stays). Budget airport: buy GVB ticket on-site (€5 supplement vs city) or use train (€11.50 return to Centraal; 7 min faster)
Bonne année à savoir
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🚨 Emergency Contacts
AmsterdamIn Amsterdam and throughout the Netherlands, dial 112 for all emergencies (police, ambulance, fire). This is a free call from any phone, including mobile. For non-emergency police matters, call 0900-8844 (local police number). Emergency services are highly efficient and multilingual support is typically available.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
🍽️ Where to Eat
Reserve on OpenTable →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Amsterdam, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Se faire entourer
Book trains →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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
Rooms on floors 3-5 facing the canal (Prinsengracht side), particularly corner rooms with water views. Rooms ending in 01-05 typically offer better natural light and view angles.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
Ground floor rooms facing the street due to pedestrian and vehicle noise. Rooms above the breakfast area (typically floor 2) may experience early morning activity noise. Interior courtyard-facing rooms on lower floors can feel dark.
Is Apollo Hotel Amsterdam noisy?
Typical Amsterdam canal-side ambient noise: tourist boats, bicycles, and evening bar activity (moderate). Double-pane windows effectively reduce external noise. Summer peak season increases pedestrian activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
Canal-facing rooms on odd-numbered sides with direct Prinsengracht water views. Corner rooms on floors 4-6 offer the best Amsterdam Golden Age architecture views and minimal obstruction.
What are insider tips for staying at Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
Request a higher floor canal-view room during booking for optimal experience. The hotel's location on a major canal is scenic but requires awareness of seasonal tourism patterns. Weekends are busier than weekdays. Bring earplugs for ground floor rooms if booked there. The breakfast room can be crowded 7-9am.
What time is check-in at Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
Check-in at Apollo Hotel Amsterdam is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Apollo Hotel Amsterdam have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary high-speed fibre Wi-Fi (50 Mbps+) throughout; no login constraints, auto-connect via welcome email
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
€5.25 per person per night (Amsterdam city tax, included in bill)
Where can I eat cheaply near Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
Albert Cuyp Market food stalls (stroopwafel, bitterballen, poffertjes), 1.2 km / 15 min walk; €3–6 per item; tourist-busy but authentic
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apollo Hotel Amsterdam?
GVB day ticket (24-hour unlimited tram/bus) €8.50; 7-day pass €39.00 (best value for longer stays). Budget airport: buy GVB ticket on-site (€5 supplement vs city) or use train (€11.50 return to Centraal; 7 min faster)
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
May and September offer the sweet spot: daytime temperatures of 15–20 °C, longer daylight hours (sunset 21:30 in May), and canal-side café culture at full throttle without June's arrival of school holiday crowds. May's cherry blossoms along the canals and September's golden light make both months photographer's heaven.
️ Les meilleures attractions
💡 Walk during golden hour (sunset) for stunning photography. Pack a picnic and enjoy it canalside away from busy tourist areas.
💡 Visit early morning to avoid crowds and capture better photos. Street performers are most active in afternoons.
💡 View the building exterior from the canal side at sunset. Visit early morning to book tickets for later entry without waiting in long queues.
💡 Go on weekday mornings for fewer crowds and best selection. Sample free cheese tastings at various stalls. Best for budget lunch options.
💡 Rent a bike to explore fully. Visit on sunny weekends for free live music and theater performances on the terrace stages.