Jan Luyken Amsterdam

For art lovers, few addresses beat this peaceful, tree-lined street moments from Museumplein, with the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, and the Stedelijk all nearby. P.C. Hooftstraat, Amsterdam's most exclusive shopping street, is just around the corner, and the Vondelpark is a short walk away for a morning stroll. The canal belt is about ten minutes on foot.

Spread across three restored townhouses, Jan Luyken feels like a private Amsterdam home. Guests can settle into the library, pour a drink, or find a quiet corner in the secluded garden. The mood is intimate and polished, but refreshingly informal.

Rooms are calm and elegant, in soft colours with a refined, residential feel. The smallest rooms are compact, so it is worth stepping up a category for more breathing room.

Breakfast, self-service snacks, tea, coffee, wine, and beer are included, along with use of the gym, library, and garden. Guests can also borrow bicycles free of charge.