Pestana Amsterdam Riverside, Amsterdam

Pestana Amsterdam Riverside - A 5-star historic-meets-modern hotel with wellness spa, riverside views, and Portuguese-Dutch dining

Pestana Amsterdam Riverside occupies two 19th-century Neo-Renaissance buildings and two modern annexes along the Amstel River in De Pijp, near the Heineken Experience and Albert Cuyp Market. The 154 rooms and suites include Deluxe Rooms with king-size beds and walk-in showers, while studios in the River House annex feature kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators. ARCHIVE by Pestana serves Portuguese-Dutch fusion dishes like pine-smoked pigeon with ras-al-hanout-spiced corn, and the wellness spa offers Holistic massages, two saunas, and an indoor pool accessible from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Seven meeting rooms accommodate up to 160 guests, including the 87 m² Town Hall Ballroom with river views. Children under 16 can use the pool between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with cribs or sofa beds provided at no extra cost.

Pros

The wellness spa includes an indoor pool, two saunas, and high-tech Holistic treatments like detox therapies.

Studios in the River House annex provide kitchenettes for extended stays with full hotel amenities.

ARCHIVE by Pestana's menu blends Portuguese and Dutch cuisine, featuring dishes like chocolate friandise.

The Town Hall Ballroom offers 87 m² of event space with direct Amstel River views.

Located in De Pijp, within walking distance of the Heineken Experience and Albert Cuyp Market.

Cons

The spa's indoor pool has limited capacity (4 persons at a time).

Parking costs €65 per night with valet service.