The Highlander Hotel Amsterdam, AmsterdamThe Highlander Hotel Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 131 of 275 hotels we score in Amsterdam. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction.The Highlander Hotel is a four-star boutique property in central Amsterdam, roughly 100 metres from Dam Square and 200 metres from Central Station. It has 12 modern rooms with contemporary fittings such as flat-screen televisions, and guests mention the cleanliness, colourful design touches and welcoming feel of the place. Reviews highlight comfortable beds, a generous breakfast, attentive staff and rain showers in the bathrooms, with free coffee, snacks and Wi-Fi available. Its small size and central position suit couples and short-stay visitors who want to walk to the main sights rather than rely on transport. One thing to budget for is that breakfast is charged separately and is not included in the room rate.What stands out

Clean, comfortable rooms and beds

Helpful, attentive staff

Very central location

Colourful, stylish decor

Watch out for

Breakfast costs extra

Only 12 rooms, so availability is limited

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