Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam

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Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197 Amsterdam 1012 EX

Ratings

Northstar
5

Awards

- Netherlands' Best MICE Hotel 2023 - Haute Grandeur 2023: Best Hotel Service in Europe, Best Historical Hotel in The Netherlands, Best Luxury Hotel in The Netherlands - TripAdvisor 2022 - Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best, ranked #6 in the top 25 Best Hotels in The Netherlands & #4 in the top 25 Best Luxury Hotels in The Netherlands - Forbes Travel Guide Awards 2022 - Recommended Award

Venue Highlights

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

Recreational activities

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa or salon
  • Whirlpool

Venue accessibility

  • Bus
  • Subway
  • Taxi
  • Train

Equipment

  • Dance floor
  • Loading dock
  • Piano
  • Portable heaters
  • Portable walls
  • Staging area

Getting Here

From Schiphol Airport The easiest way to come to our hotel from Schiphol Airport is by taking a taxi or a limo. The taxi drivers wait in front of the airport and will bring you straight to the hotel. The charge will be around € 85. However, you can also decide on travelling by public transport and take the train to Amsterdam. Please be informed that the train leaves from Schiphol Airport and arrives at Amsterdam Central Station. From here it is only a ten-fifteen minute walk to the hotel, or you could take the tram or metro. From Amsterdam Central Station From Amsterdam Central Station you can easily take a tram to Dam Square or the metro to Rokin. From there it is only a 5 minute walk to the hotel. Of course you can also choose to take a taxi to the hotel. Taxis wait at the back of Amsterdam Central Station and can bring you to the hotel. The fare would be approximately € 25 one way. However, please note that it is not possible to prearrange a taxi for your pick-up from the station. For your departure from the hotel we can of course arrange a taxi for you. You can also choose for a limo transfer from Amsterdam Central Station. One of our limo drivers waits for you at the back of Amsterdam Central Station. This is at a charge of €125 per transfer. DRIVING DIRECTIONS The A10 bypass to the south of Amsterdam is accessible from all directions. Follow the ring road A10 south towards Groningen, Hengelo and Zaanstad and leave the ring road at exit 12 towards Amsterdam-Centrum / Zuidoost, Duivendrecht. Take a left onto the s112 towards Amsterdam-Centrum and continue onto Gooiseweg / s112 (signs for Centrum). At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Wibaustraat / s112. Continue to Rhijnspoorplein, Weesperplein and the Weesperstraat and continue to Mr. Visserplein. Turn left to Jodenbreestraat and continue onto Sint Antoniesbreestraat towards Nieuwmarkt. At Nieuwmarkt, turn left and continue onto Kloveniersburgwal. Make a right turn to Rusland and continue onto Sint Agnietenstraat. Turn right at Oudezijds Voorburgwal, you will find the hotel gate at your right side. Our valet parking is ready to welcome you at our courtyard.

Parking

  • Paid parking
  • Valet parking
  • Street parking

Distance from airport

  • 15.53 mi. from venue

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam Meeting Space

Total meeting space15,123 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms19
Largest room3,175 sq. ft.
Second largest room1,668 sq. ft.
Filters

Guest Rooms

Total guest rooms178
Suites52

Local Attractions

Westergasfabriek

Convention center
4 km away
The creative congress venue, Westergasfabriek is located at 3.8 kilometers distance from the hotel in the western part of the city.

Nine Streets

Shopping
5 minutes away
Nine picturesque little streets in Amsterdam Canal Belt - Fully of quirky shops and wonderful eateries.
Berenstraat
Amsterdam

Beurs van Berlage

Convention center
5 minutes away
Beurs van Berlage, historic meeting and congress center is around the corner only 5 minutes walking away.

Canal Cruise

Recreation
0 minutes away
One of the most beautiful ways to discover the city. With our jetty right in front of the hotel, we are most happy to assist with private boat tours.
Amsterdam, NL

Central Train Station Amsterdam

Airport
1 km away
Amsterdam Central Station also connected to international trainstations such as Belgium, France, United Kingdom and Germany is only 1 kilometer away.

Dam Square

Historical landmark
4 minutes away
Picture by Kaan Sensoy. At less than 5 minutes walking distance of the hotel, Dam Square is the national square of the Netherlands and is the heart of Amsterdam. With its many shops and the Royal Palace directly located at the square, this is a "must see" for every person visiting the countries capital.
Damplein
Amsterdam, NL

Schiphol International Airport

Airport
30 minutes away
Schiphol International Airport is only 25 km away from the hotel, the heart of the city center of Amsterdam.
Schiphol

de Bijenkorf

Shopping
3 minutes away
Famous throughout the country for its beautiful decorated shops. This is literarly where one can shop till they drop; 5 stories high full with the latest fashion, cosmetic articles and gatchets of top brands right next to Dam Square and the Royal Palace at only 3 minutes walk from the hotel.
Dam 1
Amsterdam, NL 1012 JS

More

Welcome at Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam! Located between two historical canals in the heart of the city, The Grand boasts a rich history. From a 15th-century convent to royal lodgings to Dutch admiralty headquarters to the city hall of Amsterdam. The Grand offers five-star luxury in a unique ‘Amsterdam’ ambiance, furnished with French elegance and grandeur. Our 178 luxurious rooms and Suites, with exclusive Butler service, offer a unique experience. Our entry-level Superior rooms, with views over either the canals or the courtyard, are both spacious and comfortable. The Sofitel MyBed concept is especially acknowledged and the rooms are equipped with state of the art TV screens, a bose system and complimentary Nespresso and tea facilities. Moreover, our 52 finest suites are offered with complimentary Butler Service – a unique service in the Netherlands – to complement your stay to highest standards. Experience exceptional gastronomic quality in the accessible atmosphere of restaurant Bridges and enjoy a delicious five-, six- or seven course Menu du Chef or discover the pure taste of the Mediterranean at Oriole Garden Bistro. The Garden Terrace can be found in the beautiful inner garden of The Grand and it is one of Amsterdam’s best kept secrets; an oasis of peace and tranquillity, situated in the heart of the city. Library ‘Or’ is the ideal place to indulge in The Grand Afternoon Tea. For those who wants to enjoy a comfortable evening drink where everyone feels truly at home, the warm and inviting ambiance of this traditional brown café is perfect. The Flying Dutchman is the place in the historical heart of Amsterdam where everyone feels at home. The Grand boasts 19 meeting- and event facilities of which five are listed as historical monuments. Our Magnifique Meetings planners are dedicated to your event and will assist you down to the last detail to ensure an excellent service and a memorable experience. The unwinding Sofitel SPA with heated indoor pool, sauna, hammam and fitness area is the perfect place to recharge after a busy day. With a heated indoor swimming-pool, Jacuzzi, Hamam, private treatment rooms, skincare product of Cinq Mondes and Carita one can bring relaxation to another level.

Seasonality

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High season
Apr 1 – Jun 29
Sep 1 – Oct 31
Shoulder season
Mar 1 – Mar 31
Jul 1 – Aug 31
Nov 1 – Nov 30
Low season
Jan 1 – Feb 29
Dec 1 – Dec 31

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy Varies

Facility Restrictions

- No smoking

Additional Information

The hotel is close by to world famous attractions like; the Anne Frank House, The Van gogh Museum, Dam Square and the Royal Palace. Also the famous shopping district "de Negen Straatjes" and the exclusive P.C Hooftstraat are closeby. Embarc from our private boat jetty for a tour on the Amsterdam canals or explore the city by horse carriage, Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam is the correct starting point for an unforgettable experience.