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The Highlander

Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 100
Rated 8.3 in 2011 reviews

The Highlander is a charming hotel situated in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands, offering a stylish retreat for travelers seeking both comfort and convenience. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and distinctive design, The Highlander caters to those who appreciate a blend of modern amenities and personalized service.

Located in close proximity to key attractions such as the Anne Frank House, Royal Palace, and Dam Square, the hotel provides a perfect base for exploring the vibrant city. The Highlander exudes a unique charm with its thoughtfully decorated interior spaces that reflect a contemporary aesthetic infused with whimsical touches. This atmosphere is maintained throughout the hotel's public areas and private rooms, each designed to offer guests a restful escape from the bustling city.

Guests at The Highlander can enjoy a variety of amenities designed to enhance their stay. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast to start the day, and its staff is known for their attentive service, providing helpful recommendations for dining, shopping, and sightseeing in the area. For those who wish to stay connected, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

The Highlander's commitment to guest satisfaction is evident in every aspect of its operation, from check-in to departure. This focus on detail makes it a popular choice for travelers looking for a boutique hotel experience in Amsterdam. Whether visiting for business or pleasure, guests of The Highlander will appreciate its unique blend of location, style, and service, making it an ideal choice for a memorable stay in this dynamic city.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 11
Rain free days
February
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 13
Rain free days
March
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 14
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April
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 16
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May
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 18
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Amsterdam and near The Highlander

Rijksmuseum
Rijksmuseum
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.7km / 1.1mi
Central Station
Central Station
Central railway station of Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.35mi
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Neighborhood in Amsterdam consisting of seventeenth-century canals, Netherlands
40m / 40yd
Dam Square
Dam Square
Central square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
210m / 230yd
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
240m / 260yd
EYE Filminstituut
EYE Filminstituut
Dutch archive and museum for cinema
1.1km / 0.68mi
Vondelpark
Vondelpark
Park in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.7km / 1.1mi
Westerpark
Westerpark
Park in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.4km / 0.85mi
Old Church
Old Church
Amsterdam’s oldest building and oldest parish church
370m / 410yd
Red Light District
Red Light District
Largest and best known red-light district in Amsterdam
320m / 350yd
New Church
New Church
Church in Amsterdam, Netherlands
200m / 210yd
The National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum
Maritime museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.5km / 0.95mi
Hortus Botanicus
Hortus Botanicus
Botanical garden
1.4km / 0.86mi
Portugese Synagoge
Portugese Synagoge
Oldest synagogue of Amsterdam
1.2km / 0.77mi
Rembrandt House
Rembrandt House
Historic house and art museum in Amsterdam in the Netherlands
0.9km / 0.57mi
Artis
Artis
Zoo in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.7km / 1mi
Anne Frank House
Anne Frank House
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank
0.5km / 0.34mi
Westerkerk
Westerkerk
Church in Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.35mi
Amsterdam Museum
Amsterdam Museum
Municipal museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.37mi
Spui
Spui
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.7km / 0.46mi
Leidseplein
Leidseplein
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.4km / 0.86mi
Chinatown
Chinatown
Neighborhood in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.34mi
Homomonument
Homomonument
Memorial in Amsterdam
0.5km / 0.32mi
Sint Nicolaaskerk
Sint Nicolaaskerk
Church in Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.36mi
Nemo
Nemo
Museum and science center in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.4km / 0.84mi
Bellamyplein
Bellamyplein
Square in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.9km / 1.2mi
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Park in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.1km / 0.66mi
Warmoesstraat
Warmoesstraat
Street in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
330m / 360yd
Beurs van Berlage
Beurs van Berlage
Building in Amsterdam
230m / 250yd
Sint-Franciscus Xaveriuskerk
Sint-Franciscus Xaveriuskerk
Church
0.9km / 0.56mi
Noorderkerk
Noorderkerk
Church in Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.36mi
Dutch Resistance Museum
Dutch Resistance Museum
Museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.6km / 1mi
Hollandsche Schouwburg
Hollandsche Schouwburg
Memorial and former theater building in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.6km / 1mi
Jewish Museum
Jewish Museum
Jewish history, culture, and religion museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.2km / 0.75mi
Magere Brug
Magere Brug
Bridge in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.5km / 0.93mi
Zuiderkerk
Zuiderkerk
Church in Amsterdam
0.8km / 0.47mi
National Monument
National Monument
Monument on the Dam in Amsterdam to commemorate war casualities of the Netherlands
310m / 330yd
Mint Tower
Mint Tower
Tower in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1km / 0.59mi
Allard Pierson Museum
Allard Pierson Museum
Former museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, until 2019
0.8km / 0.47mi
Heineken Experience
Heineken Experience
Industrial museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
2km / 1.2mi
Hortusplantsoen
Hortusplantsoen
Street in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.4km / 0.85mi
Begijnhof
Begijnhof
Inner court in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.4mi
Felix Meritis
Felix Meritis
Former Dutch culture and science society
0.8km / 0.51mi
Voormalige Schouwburgpoort
Voormalige Schouwburgpoort
0.9km / 0.56mi
Walloon Church
Walloon Church
Protestant church in Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.37mi

What to do in Amsterdam and near The Highlander

Rijksmuseum
Rijksmuseum
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.7km / 1.1mi
Central Station
Central Station
Central railway station of Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.35mi
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Canal Ring Area of Amsterdam
Neighborhood in Amsterdam consisting of seventeenth-century canals, Netherlands
40m / 40yd
Dam Square
Dam Square
Central square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
210m / 230yd
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
240m / 260yd
EYE Filminstituut
EYE Filminstituut
Dutch archive and museum for cinema
1.1km / 0.68mi
Vondelpark
Vondelpark
Park in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.7km / 1.1mi
Westerpark
Westerpark
Park in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.4km / 0.85mi
Old Church
Old Church
Amsterdam’s oldest building and oldest parish church
370m / 410yd
Red Light District
Red Light District
Largest and best known red-light district in Amsterdam
320m / 350yd
New Church
New Church
Church in Amsterdam, Netherlands
200m / 210yd
The National Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum
Maritime museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.5km / 0.95mi
Hortus Botanicus
Hortus Botanicus
Botanical garden
1.4km / 0.86mi
Portugese Synagoge
Portugese Synagoge
Oldest synagogue of Amsterdam
1.2km / 0.77mi
Rembrandt House
Rembrandt House
Historic house and art museum in Amsterdam in the Netherlands
0.9km / 0.57mi
Artis
Artis
Zoo in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.7km / 1mi
Anne Frank House
Anne Frank House
Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank
0.5km / 0.34mi
Westerkerk
Westerkerk
Church in Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.35mi
Amsterdam Museum
Amsterdam Museum
Municipal museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.37mi
Spui
Spui
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.7km / 0.46mi
Leidseplein
Leidseplein
Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.4km / 0.86mi
Chinatown
Chinatown
Neighborhood in Amsterdam, Netherlands
0.6km / 0.34mi
Homomonument
Homomonument
Memorial in Amsterdam
0.5km / 0.32mi
Sint Nicolaaskerk
Sint Nicolaaskerk
Church in Amsterdam
0.6km / 0.36mi
Nemo
Nemo
Museum and science center in Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.4km / 0.84mi
Bellamyplein
Bellamyplein
Square in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.9km / 1.2mi
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Frederik Hendrikplantsoen
Park in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
1.1km / 0.66mi
Warmoesstraat
Warmoesstraat
Street in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
330m / 360yd
Beurs van Berlage
Beurs van Berlage
Building in Amsterdam
230m / 250yd
Sint-Franciscus Xaveriuskerk
Sint-Franciscus Xaveriuskerk
Church
0.9km / 0.56mi

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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