Amstelveen Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Amstelveen, Amsterdam

You’re likely already making plans to see the historical sites while you’re staying in Amstelveen. Why not appreciate the forests during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, Amsterdam Forest Hotel is a top 3-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and parking. Royal Palace is a short 12-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Station Amstelveen and Best Western Plus Hotel Amstelveen.

In Amstelveen, you’ll find 31 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Cobra Museum of Modern Art, Amsterdamse Bos and Schouwburg Amstelveen. In the area, you’ll also find Keukenhof Gardens and Van Gogh Museum.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Amstelveen, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Amstelveen, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.