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Vijzelstraat 49, Amsterdam 1017 HE, The Netherlands
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The Albus
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Top Contributor
129 reviews 129 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

I can't review the standard room and property, because I got upgraded to the "apartment" next door. This is literally an apartment, with two small beds but a nice living room up a rather deathly and very dutch set of stairs. The apartment was a little cold (radiator heat wasn't very strong) but otherwise extraordinarily pleasant - I'm not sure... More

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Albushotel, Owner at The Albus, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Hello precious guest, Thank you for sharing your nice comments about apartment 3, we are really glad that you enjoyed the free upgrade! Regarding the internet, I am sorry for your dissapointment about the speed of our free wifi on your personal devices. It is indeed possible to upgrade yourself to high speed (wired or wireless) internet. The reception has... More

ipswich
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I stayed at the Albus for a short break, I found the Staff very friendly and genuine, I was offered a free upgrade as I had booked via trip advisor, the accomodation was excellent with tasteful decor, I had a wonderful stay there and would recommend the Albus,

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Gloucester, England, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

I stayed here for 4 nights with my husband and the staff were very helpful and friendly and it seemed very clean. It is in a good location, very central to most things. The downside was the size of the rooms which were small and the complete lack of storage space. The bathroom is a wet room and there was... More

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Brilliant hotel. Beautiful entrance, lounge, eating and drinking areas. Breakfast and meals were perfect. Complimentary coffee and fresh pastries every morning. All staff very friendly and helpful. Such a romantic place and city, so much my partner proposed at the diamond factory. woooohoooo.

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Naas, Ireland
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Stayed here for two nights and would return. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Iris helped us with finding another hotel when we decided to extend our stay as Albus was fully booked. Great location and hotel modern and clean. We had a standard room which was very small and rooms are expensive but have discovered there are no nice... More

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Hellsinki
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16 reviews 16 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

The Albus hotel is one of my favorites when on business trips in Amsterdam. Not only is the location fantastic (across the street from flower market, next to the large movie theater Pathe, next to Herengracht canal & close to Kalverstraat shopping street), the hotel is very clean and modern. The rooms I have stayed in were quite small, but... More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

The albus, was a great place to base our day from, accessible for all our needs transportation wise, all the attractions close by, with great fresh breakfast, and my teenage son thought it was 'cool' ! Would recommend for modern people.

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Des Moines, Washington, Usa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

I thought the room availablity was sort of like a "bait and switch" as we thought had a different room than what we had, were shown a larger room for more money, took it as was indeed nicer, but didn't we ask for it originally? We were very impressed with the women at the front desk for friendliness, helpfulness and... More

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Agreed that street-facing room noisy but it is in the heart of a major city. Room clean & refreshed every day, staff really helpful, down to the receptionist who brought a drink of water whilst I stood outside guarding our bikes as husband checked in. Restaurant was excellent if pricey. Didn't quite get the dark purple interior. Ideal location for... More

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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

Stayed in AMS prior to my London Visit. Location is great, I would say nearly anything and everything is a 15 minute walk. Close enough where you are walking through the streets with the canals and homes with personality. Service, first off I arrived at 10 am, not sure what is check in - but a after speaking to the... More

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What travellers say

  • Great location(9)
  • Very clean(9)
  • Flower market(8)
  • Friendly and helpful(7)
  • Light sleeper(6)
  • Good value(4)
  • Nespresso machine(4)
  • Flat screen TV(4)
  • Would definately recommend(3)

Additional Information about The Albus

Address: Vijzelstraat 49, Amsterdam 1017 HE, The Netherlands
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Region: The Netherlands > North Holland Province > Amsterdam
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#35 Luxury Hotels in Amsterdam
#48 Business Hotels in Amsterdam
#67 Family Hotels in Amsterdam
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Albus is a four star design hotel where you can experience the vibrancy of central Amsterdam from your doorstep and unwind afterwards in our luxurious rooms. The Albus is located in the historical heart of Amsterdam within the famous Canal Belt and next to the most prestigious part of Amsterdam: The Golden Bend. You’ll be 2-10 minutes away from to the 4 main squares: Rembrandsquare, Leidsesquare, Damsquare and Muntsquare. ... more   less 
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The Albus Hotel Amsterdam
The Albus Hotel
Albus Grand Amsterdam
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