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Banks Mansion

Herengracht 519 - 525
Rated 8.8 in 990 reviews

Banks Mansion is a charming and distinctive hotel located in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Nestled alongside the picturesque Herengracht Canal, the hotel offers a unique blend of Art Deco elegance and modern comfort, making it an appealing choice for both leisure and business travelers. While Banks Mansion exudes the intimacy and attention to detail characteristic of boutique hotels, it eschews the impersonal feeling often found in larger establishments, focusing instead on creating a personalized and welcoming atmosphere.

The hotel's design draws inspiration from the Amsterdam School of Architecture, featuring warm wood tones, stained glass, and elegant furnishings that evoke a sense of history and sophistication. Guests are encouraged to feel at home, with a host of complimentary offerings that enhance the stay experience. These include a generous all-inclusive concept with drinks and snacks available in the hotel's Living area, adding to the inviting and hospitable vibe.

Banks Mansion is conveniently situated, allowing guests to easily explore some of Amsterdam’s most renowned attractions. The flower market, museums, and an array of delightful cafes and shops are within walking distance, providing a perfect base for discovering the city's rich culture and vibrant life.

Known for its attentive service, Banks Mansion prides itself on offering a warm and friendly environment where staff go the extra mile to ensure a memorable stay. From the thoughtfully arranged breakfast buffet to bespoke recommendations for dining and exploring the city, the hotel prioritizes guest satisfaction, creating a comfortable and engaging stay in Amsterdam.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 11
Rain free days
February
 6°
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Sun hours / day
 13
Rain free days
March
 10°
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 6°
 4
Sun hours / day
 14
Rain free days
April
 13°
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 8°
 6
Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
May
 17°
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 12°
 8
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
June
 19°
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 8
Sun hours / day
 18
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July
 22°
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 9
Sun hours / day
 19
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August
 22°
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Sun hours / day
 19
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September
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Sun hours / day
 16
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October
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 14
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November
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 10
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December
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 11
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Michelin Restaurants in Amsterdam and near Banks Mansion

Rijksmuseum
Rijksmuseum
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.7km / 0.46mi
Central Station
Central Station
Central railway station of Amsterdam
1.5km / 0.93mi
Van Gogh Museum
Van Gogh Museum
Art museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.1km / 0.68mi
Dam Square
Dam Square
Central square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.8km / 0.49mi
Royal Palace
Royal Palace
Former city hall (1652-1800), made a palace and public museum by Ludwig Napoleon, on Dam Square in the centre of Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.8km / 0.51mi
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Neighborhood in Amsterdam consisting of seventeenth-century canals, Netherlands
0m / 0yd
Museum Square
Museum Square
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1km / 0.65mi
Vondelpark
Vondelpark
Park in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.9km / 0.53mi
Oosterpark
Oosterpark
Park in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.6km / 1mi
Artis
Artis
Zoo in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.3km / 0.8mi
The National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum
Maritime museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.6km / 1mi
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
Botanical garden in Amsterdam
0.9km / 0.57mi
Portuguese Synagogue
Portuguese Synagogue
Oldest synagogue of Amsterdam
0.8km / 0.52mi
Rembrandt House
Rembrandt House
Historic house and art museum in Amsterdam in the Netherlands
0.7km / 0.44mi
Westerkerk
Westerkerk
Church in Amsterdam
1.2km / 0.72mi
Anne Frank House
Anne Frank House
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank
1.2km / 0.76mi
New Church
New Church
Church in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1km / 0.59mi
Red Light District
Red Light District
Largest and best known red-light district in Amsterdam
0.7km / 0.45mi
Old Church
Old Church
Amsterdam’s oldest building and oldest parish church
1km / 0.63mi
Amsterdam Museum
Amsterdam Museum
Municipal museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.37mi
Spui
Spui
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
410m / 450yd
Leidseplein
Leidseplein
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.7km / 0.41mi
Noorderkerk
Noorderkerk
Church in Amsterdam
1.6km / 1mi
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Park in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.8km / 1.1mi
Warmoesstraat
Warmoesstraat
Street in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1km / 0.64mi
National Monument
National Monument
Monument on the Dam in Amsterdam to commemorate war casualities of the Netherlands
0.8km / 0.5mi
Begijnhof
Begijnhof
Inner court in Amsterdam, Netherlands
450m / 0.28mi
Dutch Resistance Museum
Dutch Resistance Museum
Museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.4km / 0.85mi
Hollandsche Schouwburg
Hollandsche Schouwburg
Memorial and former theater building in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.2km / 0.77mi
Homomonument
Homomonument
Memorial in Amsterdam
1.1km / 0.71mi
Jewish Museum
Jewish Museum
Jewish history, culture, and religion museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.7km / 0.46mi
Magere Brug
Magere Brug
Bridge in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.39mi
Zuiderkerk
Zuiderkerk
Church in Amsterdam
0.7km / 0.43mi
Felix Meritis
Felix Meritis
Former Dutch culture and science society, and building named after it, in Amsterdam
0.8km / 0.49mi
Mint Tower
Mint Tower
Tower in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
180m / 200yd
Beurs van Berlage
Beurs van Berlage
Building in Amsterdam
1km / 0.64mi
Allard Pierson Museum
Allard Pierson Museum
Former museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, until 2019
380m / 420yd
Chinatown
Chinatown
Neighborhood in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.9km / 0.54mi
Heineken Experience
Heineken Experience
Industrial museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.8km / 0.52mi
Church of St Nicholas
Church of St Nicholas
Church in Amsterdam
1.3km / 0.82mi
NEMO Science Center
NEMO Science Center
Museum and science center in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.6km / 1mi
Sarphatipark
Sarphatipark
Park in Amsterdam
1.2km / 0.72mi
Hortusplantsoen
Hortusplantsoen
Street in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.9km / 0.53mi
De Krijtberg
De Krijtberg
Church
410m / 450yd
Bellamyplein
Bellamyplein
Square in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.7km / 1.1mi

What to do in Amsterdam and near Banks Mansion

Rijksmuseum
Rijksmuseum
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.7km / 0.46mi
Central Station
Central Station
Central railway station of Amsterdam
1.5km / 0.93mi
Van Gogh Museum
Van Gogh Museum
Art museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.1km / 0.68mi
Dam Square
Dam Square
Central square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.8km / 0.49mi
Royal Palace
Royal Palace
Former city hall (1652-1800), made a palace and public museum by Ludwig Napoleon, on Dam Square in the centre of Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.8km / 0.51mi
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Neighborhood in Amsterdam consisting of seventeenth-century canals, Netherlands
0m / 0yd
Museum Square
Museum Square
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1km / 0.65mi
Vondelpark
Vondelpark
Park in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.9km / 0.53mi
Oosterpark
Oosterpark
Park in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.6km / 1mi
Artis
Artis
Zoo in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.3km / 0.8mi
The National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum
Maritime museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.6km / 1mi
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
Botanical garden in Amsterdam
0.9km / 0.57mi
Portuguese Synagogue
Portuguese Synagogue
Oldest synagogue of Amsterdam
0.8km / 0.52mi
Rembrandt House
Rembrandt House
Historic house and art museum in Amsterdam in the Netherlands
0.7km / 0.44mi
Westerkerk
Westerkerk
Church in Amsterdam
1.2km / 0.72mi
Anne Frank House
Anne Frank House
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank
1.2km / 0.76mi
New Church
New Church
Church in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1km / 0.59mi
Red Light District
Red Light District
Largest and best known red-light district in Amsterdam
0.7km / 0.45mi
Old Church
Old Church
Amsterdam’s oldest building and oldest parish church
1km / 0.63mi
Amsterdam Museum
Amsterdam Museum
Municipal museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.37mi
Spui
Spui
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
410m / 450yd
Leidseplein
Leidseplein
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.7km / 0.41mi
Noorderkerk
Noorderkerk
Church in Amsterdam
1.6km / 1mi
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Park in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.8km / 1.1mi
Warmoesstraat
Warmoesstraat
Street in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1km / 0.64mi
National Monument
National Monument
Monument on the Dam in Amsterdam to commemorate war casualities of the Netherlands
0.8km / 0.5mi
Begijnhof
Begijnhof
Inner court in Amsterdam, Netherlands
450m / 0.28mi
Dutch Resistance Museum
Dutch Resistance Museum
Museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.4km / 0.85mi
Hollandsche Schouwburg
Hollandsche Schouwburg
Memorial and former theater building in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.2km / 0.77mi
Homomonument
Homomonument
Memorial in Amsterdam
1.1km / 0.71mi

About Amsterdam

Amsterdam offers a rich tapestry of experiences that reflect its unique culture and history. One of the most notable activities is exploring the Amsterdam Canals, which are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Taking a leisurely boat tour provides a different perspective of the city and allows visitors to appreciate the stunning architecture that lines the waterways.

The Rijksmuseum is another essential stop for art lovers. This national museum houses a vast collection of Dutch art and history, with masterpieces from the likes of Rembrandt and Vermeer. Nearby, the Van Gogh Museum showcases an extensive collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, providing insight into the artist's life and evolution.

For those interested in history, the Anne Frank House offers a poignant glimpse into the past. It is where Anne Frank wrote her diary while in hiding during World War II and serves as a powerful reminder of the impact of war and persecution.

Strolling through the Jordaan district allows visitors to experience a charming neighborhood filled with narrow streets, independent art galleries, antique shops, and cozy cafes. This area embodies the quintessential Amsterdam atmosphere, perfect for a quiet afternoon.

The Vondelpark provides a lovely escape from the urban environment. This large public park is ideal for a leisurely walk, a picnic, or simply enjoying the greenery and open space. It often hosts performances and events, adding to its vibrant community feel.

For a taste of local life, visiting the Albert Cuyp Market is worthwhile. This bustling street market offers a variety of goods, from fresh produce to traditional Dutch snacks, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the local culture.

Amsterdam is also known for its bicycle culture. Renting a bike and navigating the city like a local can be an enjoyable way to see the sights and experience daily life. With its extensive network of bike paths, cycling is both practical and pleasant.

Lastly, don't overlook the city's diverse neighborhoods. Areas like De Pijp and the Eastern Docklands each offer unique atmospheres and cultural experiences, from international cuisine to contemporary art. Exploring these neighborhoods can reveal hidden gems and local favorites.




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