Hotel de Westertoren Amsterdam is a 2-star hotel on Raadhuisstraat, the street that links Dam Square with the Westerkerk church. It has rooms for groups of up to six people and serves breakfast in the room itself. It is a good fit if you travel as a family or with friends and want to get around the centre on foot.
Location and getting around
From the door you reach Dam Square in about 5 minutes on foot and the Anne Frank House in another 5. The flower market (Bloemenmarkt) is about 15 minutes away and Amsterdam Centraal station about 20. According to the hotel, the Westermarkt tram stop is very close, which helps if you are carrying luggage or want to go to the museum area.
Rooms and facilities
- Rooms of different sizes, sleeping up to six guests.
- Private shower in all; in some the toilet is in the corridor and shared.
- Kettle and utensils for making coffee or tea.
- Free Wi-Fi and a terrace.
Breakfast is brought to the room and includes toast, jam, cheese, eggs and yoghurt. It is a practical format if you prefer to start the day without going down to a dining room.
Who it suits
- Families and groups who want to sleep together in the same room.
- Anyone spending the day out who wants a central base to walk everywhere.
- Travellers short on time who want Dam Square and the Anne Frank House a short walk away.
Good to know
When booking, ask whether your room has the toilet inside or in the corridor, because not all rooms are the same. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. To compare with other options in the centre, see the hotels in Amsterdam.