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Hotel Nicolaas Witsen

3.0 star property
Parents can unwind with drinks while children enjoy their own adventures, and the multilingual staff makes everything easy with thoughtful services like laundry

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Hotel Nicolaas Witsen in central Amsterdam welcomes travelers with genuine hospitality. Enjoy a drink at the bar and in-room WiFi. The hotel offers babysitting services for parents, and the attentive staff consistently earns praise from visitors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is €147
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room - Semi-Basement

Deluxe Twin Room - Semi-Basement

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Double Room

Small Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, Hotel Nicolaas Witsen is near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vondelpark, while Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena. Visit our Amsterdam travel guide
Map
Nicolaas Witsenstraat 4, Amsterdam, 1017 ZH

What's nearby

  • Museum Quarter showing interior views
    Heineken Experience
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rembrandt monument on Rembrandtplein in Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Rembrandt Square
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rijksmuseum with big letters in Amsterdam, Holland (Netherlands)
    Rijksmuseum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Flower Market featuring markets
    Flower Market
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Leidseplein showing a city and heritage architecture
    Leidseplein
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Frederiksplein Stop
    2 min walk
  • Rokin Station
    16 min walk
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • The School of Life
    2 min walk
  • Café Oosterling
    5 min walk
  • Thai Roof
    6 min walk
  • Café Kale
    2 min walk
  • Pietersma Snacks
    5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Nicolaas Witsen

Hotel near Rijksmuseum
Close to Van Gogh Museum and Dam Square, Hotel Nicolaas Witsen provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
  • A lift, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Nicolaas Witsen have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Childcare services, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 per cent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.50 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (1640 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This property does not have a Netherlands Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Hotel Nicolaas Witsen
Hotel Nicolaas Witsen Amsterdam
Nicolaas Witsen
Nicolaas Witsen Amsterdam
Hotel Nicolaas Witsen Hotel
Hotel Nicolaas Witsen Amsterdam
Hotel Nicolaas Witsen Hotel Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Nicolaas Witsen pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Nicolaas Witsen?

As of 16 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Nicolaas Witsen on 22 Mar 2026 start from €147, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hotel Nicolaas Witsen?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Nicolaas Witsen?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Nicolaas Witsen located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Keizersgracht, Heineken Experience and Rembrandt Square. Rijksmuseum and Vondelpark are also within 15 minutes. Frederiksplein Stop and Weteringcircuit Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Hotel Nicolaas Witsen Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 180 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful, the property situated near the places we visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel. Good location.

Nice hotel in a convenient location. Less touristy than Old Town but still near plenty of bars/restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best stay we had our entire trip! The room was perfect, clean, cozy and comfortable. They even had a speaker built in you could connect to and listen to music! The bar was cute and overall this was a very safe and walkable neighborhood! We were recommended this hotel by family and will be recommending it to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short for 3 days. Easy access to great restaurants and site seeing. Beautiful bridges. Staff helpful with directions and ease of stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk/bartender :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay in a compact but thoughtfully designed room (the shelves are so handy). Close to markets, dining, shopping, and trams that link you to the rest of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely and clean. Staff were very friendly and location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bea Gianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay with very comfortable beds! Located in a great area but still quiet at night. I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William Martin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. We could easily walk to the museums, the market, and the city center.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great just a little small when you have big suitcases
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! A little farther out from the centre of Amsterdam but still walkable. Lots of great dining options nearby. Close to all the museums!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. The room was very cute & clean. A perfect little room for our first adventure in Amsterdam!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crispina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very nice, clean, quiet, delicious breakfast, convenient location, and staff was great and helpful. The overhead lighting in our room was a bit too bright. Side table lamps with a soft glow would have been more cozy and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed our stay, great location

Very friendly and helpful front desk
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really cute, recently remodeled hotel with everything we needed for a short trip. The breakfast was really delicious too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Amsterdam hotel.

My son and I had an amazing stay. The staff is very friendly with a great breakfast service. The hotel is close to public transport and tourist attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice little boutique hotel. Breakfast was delicious! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Keyla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good hotel, good facilities, quiet neighborhood even though i was on the first floor next to the street. Location wise is not the best. Is far from everything and had to use uber all the time. I will stay in another location close to sightseeing areas
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lahni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly welcoming from the moment we walked in the door. The room was very clean and comfortable and we really enjoyed the coffee bar in the mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well kept!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so nice and helpful … the rooms are small but very comfortable and clean … and very space efficient. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful and helpful. Hotel very clean. Small rooms but well appointed. Bathroom a good size. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

RAVI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a deluxe double room. Room and attached bathroom were a decent size and clean. Room was in the basement. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a good location for walking to everything we wanted to do and see.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024