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5 Stars - 30 Reviews and 1063 Opinions
Dam 9 | (formerly Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky), Amsterdam 1012 JS, The Netherlands
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davesthe1
- Reviews: 3
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apartment living
10 days with our own kitchen, what a treat. hit the open market in the morning, fresh seafood for dinner. all you need in the kitchen, laundry, such a different feel then a room. nice big bed and 3 steps up to the living area, all in what appeared to be a very secure building. location, location ... it's all there. we loved it. thanks, jenifer and dave
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tfoust
- Reviews: 3
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Best Hotel
This hotel is the best!!! I stayed in one of the apartments. It was a 2 bedroom and was huge - with a livingroom and kitchen. It was a great place to stay. You didn't feel like you were stuck in a hotel room the whole time - it felt like you actually had an apartment on Dam Square. All the people at the front desk and the restaurants were very nice and very helpful. But the best thing about the hotel was the bar (i know, surprising). The staff is so nice, fun, happy, and so friendly. I felt like a regular after the first time. If you go say hi to Sebastian, Michelle, Chris, and Johanna. They will make you fee welcome everytime.
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arnesk
- Reviews: 47
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The breakfast was fantastic!
You expect a lot from a 5-star hotel, and Krasnapolsky will not let you down.
The rooms and the service was impeccable. It is a place that makes you feel good. And the location is great.
But what really impressed me, was the breakfast. The room is a gigantic and grand, and somewhat reminds you of an old train station at its finest. You could choose between an endless range of food. One guy is standing at the middle of it all, constantly frying pancakes. Another one stands by the champagne, pouring it to anyone that wants.
I had this breakfast a Sunday, but I reckon it will be a great experience any day of the week.
Unique Quality: The best Hotel-breakfast ever!
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william_navigator
- Reviews: 137
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Great Location
This hotel is right on Dam Square and in the thick of the action. Numerous sights, museums and theatres in the historic city centre are all within walking distance. The Anne Frank House is a short walk away as is the main train station. The hotel has 468 rooms, including 1 Tower Suite, 6 Junior Suites and 36 Apartments, a congress center with a capacity up to 2.000 persons, the historical Winter Garden, the monumental Restaurant "Reflet" that dates from 1885 and the Japanese Restaurant "Edo & Kyo".
Unique Quality: We had a great view of Dam Square and the trams going back and forth. Outside awnings were useful to keep out light and noise. (Not that there was much noise at night).
- Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Photo: Grand Krasnapolsky sits on Dam Square
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Sprucebeer
- Reviews: 135
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Luxury Hotel
5-star Luxury hotel right at Dam Square. We did not stay here, but we walked by it everyday.
Prices on the web-site are €179 - €425. I found some rooms from €120 - €305 on bookings.nl
Unique Quality: Right in the middle of everything
- Opinion of Price: most expensive
NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Photo: Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky
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jss1018
- Reviews: 32
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A great deal on an APARTMENT!
This hotel is rated as a 5-star, and we agreed based on our impressions of the main lobby/check-in area and the service we experienced from the staff. Keep in mind, though, that we booked an apartment, not a hotel room, so we can't give any info on what those are like. Although ours was the smallest apartment size, a "Junior", it was actually larger than I expected and was fine for a couple (also with a roll-away bed if needed). There are other, larger units available in two sizes up. The story goes that the Kras started out many years ago as a coffeeshop, and grew into the establishment it is today, with the hotel company having bought up the adjoining canal houses and creating the hotel and apartments. There are over 400 hotel rooms and 36 apartments. From any photos it looks like a smallish building, but the canal house exteriors are also the hotel. It's pretty much the entire block on that side of Dam Square. Formerly operated by the Golden Tulip hotel chain, recently aquired by the NH chain as of 2004.
I would NOT book one of these units with the expectation of having old-world styled furniture and decorations and charm. Ours was pretty much modern, mid-level hotel/motel furniture. I would ask about the specific location of an apartment if considering booking one and concerned with noise from outside, as it took us a while to get used to voices from the streets and some other outside city sounds. In our case, that just added to the sense of adventure; if we wanted total quiet we would have stayed home. Considering the fact of so many apartments, and the different buildings with their own entrances and layouts, some units are more away from the streets. Be aware that not all the apartments are canal-view, so request specifically if desired when booking. Go here for some basic pics and booking info:
Krasnapolsky Apartments
Unique Quality: Our apartment was located around the corner from the main hotel entrance. Connected, adjoining buildings. We had a private entrance to our building with a door key, with three other apartments up the stairs from us. Modern, electronic card lock on the apartment door. Although it was a first-floor unit by description, it was actually up one flight of those famous Amsterdam stairs. Overall a great arrangement for security purposes, with controlled access to our building and in reality on the second floor so no one could access our windows. Our sitting area faced the canal on the back side of that block, a cool view. Included a TV/VCR and stereo system (a shame no DVD or flat-screen), couch and two chairs, coffee table and lamps, writing table, private toilet in the apartment, separate room off the bedroom with shower/lavatory/washer-dryer, kitchen area with stove top/microwave/small refrigerator/sink, all the dishes/glasses/utensils we needed, coffeemaker, and a bedroom with a huge bed and another TV. Iron, ironing board, hair dryer, and other goodies. And squeaky-clean throughout. All for only 89 Euros per night TOTAL (not per-person), not including a 5% city tax. (2004 prices, and will be higher in peak Summer months.)
For a 7-night stay, daily housekeeping is NOT included, although I'm sure it could be had for extra bucks. We liked that aspect, with no one coming into the unit except us all week. There were ample towels to last, and for the clean freaks there was the washer/dryer and a nifty vacuum cleaner. We did our own light housekeeping and found it added to the experience of feeling that we lived there instead of being in a hotel. Note that having a washer-dryer also allows being able to pack less clothing for easier travel.
Even though an apartment, all the hotel amenities were available including room service. The beautiful Winter Garden restaurant that's part of the hotel, and listed as a historic place, is something to see. The hotel also has several other restaurants/bars/pubs.
- Opinion of Price: less expensive than average
NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Photo: Our apartment, kitchen area facing sitting area
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seansf
- Reviews: 35
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Very nice, classic hotel
Classic older hotel on Dam Square. Perfect location. My room had recently been renovated and had very nice furnishings. Room was fairly large. Staff was very efficient and friendly. Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone.
Unique Quality: Classic hotel with nicely furnished rooms
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lornaburg
- Reviews: 1
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"Pretty Woman" hotel in Amsterdam
Got a special deal on the internet for this hotel THEN I read some reviews....... they knocked the place and I was dreading what I might find. BUT it was lovely, definitiely 5stars!!! Best location in Amsterdam, large room, enormous bed !!! The hotel was traditional but not at all "tired", everything in tip-top condition. What luxury - even a concierge in a top-hat. If you get the chance to go, take it - you might never stay in such luxury again.
If I can help with any info send me an email.
Just one gripe and this will be useful for the ladies, the room description said hair dryer so I didn't take mine. The hairdryer was just one of those tacky things on the wall with no nozzle so take your own if you want to style your hair!!
Unique Quality: The location cannot be beaten, right on the doorstep for sightseeing, shopping and red light district.
For sheer luxury you can't beat it.
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Seberus
- Reviews: 17
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Central, efficient, reasonably priced!
It is a very pleasant hotel, with efficient , and unobtrusive and not particularly noteworthy.
It is extremely well located, you can walk practically anywhere, take a boat bus, or a tram ...its a small city....and this location is 1st class.
If you can get one of the apartments in the alley downstairs....a few stairs to climb but you feel like a local citizen and the apartments are great.
Downstairs on the street as you go toward the hotel there is a superb local distelliry of fine liqueurs....great gifts for your friends, and that late night chat about wonderful Amsterdam....the other "tastes" may be illegal....these are OK....and good too...
Unique Quality: Centrally located, efficient , sometimes has drastically reduced rates...check on the internet!
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Jarin
- Reviews: 172
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Luxury at Dam Square
The luxurious 5 star hotel NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky with almost 470 rooms is situated in the very heart of Amsterdam at Dam square. The hotel has various restaurants, a bar, brasserie and in the Lounge you can enjoy high tea.
Very impressive is the Winter Garden dating from 1879 with its glass roofed ceiling, the Belle Epoque restaurant Reflet and the delicious Japanese restaurant Edo/Kyo.
The hotel has a complete congress centre (for 2.000 people).
Unique Quality: As one can expect from such a hotel it offers luxurious accommodations equipped with all modern amenities, such as rooms with wireless internet access, international direct access telephone/fax lines, data ports, ISDN, mini bar, air-conditioning, 24 hour room service, trouser-press.
Although the hotel is located on such a vivid spot of the city the rooms are placed in a quieter part of the building to have a peaceful and relaxing visit.
- Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
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Any info on Krasnapolsky Apartments?
Trying to finalize a first-time trip to Amsterdam for my wife and myself in December '04. Came across Internet info on the apartments at the NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky and it looks to be an incredible price. Mostly great reviews of the hotel itself on www.tripadvisor.com. Anyone have any direct knowledge of what the apartments are like? Main interest in lodging (other than usuals like cleanliness) is safety and security of the place along with what the general area around it is REALLY like for first-time tourists. Thanks in advance if replying!
Re: Any info on Krasnapolsky Apartments?
Write to martin_nl; he worked at the hotel.
PJ
Re: Any info on Krasnapolsky Apartments?
Not only is the Krasnapolsky one of the foremost hotels in Amsterdam, you're right in the middle too. It's no safer or unsafer than anywhere else in the city center.
Compared to any major city in the world, Amsterdam is compact, small even. It's a 30 minute walk from Leidseplein to Central Station and with that you've just about crossed the city center.
You should address safety issues as you would anywhere else but even in light of recent happenings, The Netherlands still is a safe country. Some might disagree but this is my opinion and I have yet to have reason to change it.
Have fun, don't worry!
Re: Re: Any info on Krasnapolsky Apartments?
The hotel is across the Dam Square from the Royal Palace and the Nieuwe Kerk, a couple of blocks from the red light district, and steps from the most beautiful streets in the heart of the old center. Be warned, the immediate vicinity is very very busy, with hordes of tourists, activity deep into the night, and lots of traffic. I think for first time vistors to Amsterdam it should feel very safe since virtually everybody there is from somewhere else and the place is lit up like a Christmas tree at all hours---for those of us who live there the area is one to be avoided if you need to be anywhere in a hurry. Beware of pickpockets and remember that junkies are harmless.
Re: Any info on Krasnapolsky Apartments?
Can't speak for the apts., but can tell you I've been on the square several times the past weeks, and felt very safe.
I feel safer there than in Memphis or Nashville! Lots of folks, but far less than you would find in Memphis for "Memphis in May or Elvis holidays"
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As one can expect from such a hotel it offers luxurious accommodations equipped with all modern amenities, such as rooms with wireless internet access, international direct access telephone/fax lines, data ports, ISDN, mini bar, air-conditioning, 24 hour room service, trouser-press.
Although the hotel is located on such a vivid spot of the city the rooms are placed in a quieter part of the building to have a peaceful and relaxing visit.
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Address: Dam 9 | (formerly Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky), Amsterdam 1012 JS, The Netherlands