"An Amsterdam gem, a sleek boutique hotel, retro-fabulous with plenty of high-tech gadgetry for the technophiles among us."
A sleek, sexy and sophisticated boutique hotel, Amsterdam’s Hotel Roemer is a microcosm for the city in which it’s set. The sister property to Hotel Vondel opened its doors in 2006, and although younger and smaller, Hotel Roemer proves to be more mature and luxurious than its neighbouring sister boutique hotel.
The facilities
The oversized Dolly Parton print near reception says it all – bold, animated and, above all, fun. These characteristics can be seen throughout this boutique hotel’s design, from chandeliers constructed with jet-black desk lamps to the city-scene wallpaper that lines the elevator. The primary influence here is the Dutch artist Anton Heyboer, whose works are displayed in the lounge (amongst them is a photo of him and his, a-hem, seven wives!).
The eye-catching design and superb location near Vondelpark masks some of the boutique hotel's downfalls, namely the small size of the dining and sitting areas and lack of a proper restaurant. However, this is expected from a townhouse conversion, and with only 23 rooms it’s common to have these intimate areas all to yourself.
The rooms
The 23 rooms of the boutique hotel are so luxurious that you may be tempted not to leave. All are complete with espresso machines and complimentary mini-bars and Executive Rooms have Jacuzzi baths, iPod docks and flat-screen TVs in the bathroom. The Standard Rooms are more spacious than at Hotel Vondel, but come with showers only. Six have large garden-facing balconies – be sure to request one as they go for the same rate as others in this category.
Possibly Hotel Roemer’s strongest feature is the Zen-like terrace with a soothing water feature and chic furniture set on pure white stones. In the late afternoon it’s the perfect place to enjoy a complimentary glass of wine (all bar items and snacks are on the house), as you contemplate your next move in the streets of Amsterdam.
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Address: Roemer Visscherstraat 10, 1054 EX, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Address: Roemer Visscherstraat 10, 1054 EX, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Booking info
Arrival:
Thu 9 Oct 2008
Departure: Fri 10 Oct 2008
No. adults: 2
Departure: Fri 10 Oct 2008
No. adults: 2
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Who stays here
Quite an eclectic mix, including Spencer Tunick and James Blunt.
Come for
- Loads of techno-friendly amenities, including i-pod speakers and flatscreen televisions
- The chic design features and individually-sourced artwork scattered around the hotel
- The cosy but cool bar
Not suitable for
- Excercising - there's no pool or gym here
Children
Extra beds and baby cots are available upon request.
Eating in
The lounge menu here is light and snack-heavy, with plenty of salads, sandwiches and soups, but little else. The hotel's sister Hotel Vondel is only 200 metres down the street though, and the choice in its Joost Restaurant there is more substantial.
Breakfast here is great, with a wide selection of choices, from continental fare to cooked breakfasts, smoked salmon and pancakes.
