On the banks of the IJ, on Javakade, Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam is a 4-star hotel of about 200 rooms with Indonesian-inspired decor. It has a pool, a spa and a bar on the upper floors. It is a good fit if you want a pool, water views and Amsterdam Centraal within a walk.
Location and getting around
Amsterdam Centraal is about a 25-minute walk away, an advantage if you arrive or leave by train. Allow around 35 minutes on foot to reach Dam Square and Rembrandtplein. According to the hotel, it stands on the quay from which ships once sailed to Jakarta, hence its name and decor.
Rooms and facilities
Most of the superior rooms have a private balcony, with views of the IJ or towards Amsterdam Centraal. All follow the same Indonesian-inspired style.
- Café Jakarta, for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Malabar Bar, on the eighth and ninth floors.
- Pool and spa with views of the river.
- Buffet breakfast; according to the hotel, included in the rates.
Who it suits
- Travellers arriving by train who want to be near Amsterdam Centraal.
- Couples looking for a pool and spa at the hotel itself.
- Guests who prefer a large hotel with a bar and restaurant open all day.
Good to know
Ask for a superior room if you want a balcony: not all rooms have one. Check-in runs from 15:00 until midnight, with photo ID and a card; check-out is between 7:00 and 12:00. Check when you book whether breakfast is included in your rate.
To compare other areas, visit the page on places to stay in Amsterdam.