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Vijzelstraat 49, Amsterdam 1017 HE, The Netherlands
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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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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW via mobile

The Albus was a great hotel with small but very updated rooms. When we arrived the concierge helped us get oriented and pointed us in the direction of the best restaurants. Very helpful with great English. The room was small but the bed was very large and comfy. Rainfall-type shower was great after long days of walking. The only downside... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Very friendly, helpful and professionally service-oriented staff. High standard rooms, some a bit small though. Coffee machine in the room. One free bottle of water per day. In the city center, so everything is in walking distance. Good breakfast buffet ranging from cereals, fresh fruit over all variations of eggs, pancakes, beans, bacon to different types of breads with spreads,... More

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Reykjavik, Iceland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

The trip was perfect and Albus hotel was a big part of that. The staff were nice, the room was clean and nice and the hotel itself was stylish. Only thing I can complaint about was the mojito we baught on the hotel bar didn´t taste like a mojito :) We reccomend this hotel and Amsterdam - the people are... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

DO NOT EVER AGREE TO STAY IN THE ROOMS AT THE BASEMENT, THEY ARE UTTERLY UNINHABITABLE. IN FACT, DON'T CONSIDER STAYING IN THIS HOTEL AT ALL UNLESS YOU WANT YOUR TRIP RUINED. We arrived early in the morning and heard the receptionist checked with the house-keeping staff if 414 was ready, we were advised it would take about an hour... More

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Albushotel, Owner at The Albus, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Dear guest, I am surprised to read that your whole stay in Amsterdam was ruined by the initial room assignment in on of our -1 level rooms. I am even more surprised that you were not satisfied with the second room, #414. This is a very spacious triple room and also the one that we show pictures of on our... More

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

The service was excellent, and the style and comfort are great. The staff made a nice museum recommendation when I was pressed for time. The price is not cheap, but, to be fair, none around that area of Amsterdam are. Overall, good value for the location.

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Albushotel, Owner at The Albus, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Dear valauble guest, Thank you very much for your nice comments! We sell pre-sale tickets for almost all Amsterdam museums at our reception for the same price as at the museums. As you mention, these will save you a lot of waiting time in the queue! In case you have plans to come back, do not hesitate to contact the... More

Sao Paulo, SP
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

I was expecting this to be just another "chain" hotel--possibly an unwarranted belief, but that's what I thought prior to arriving. It was really very nice! The room was lovely--big, clean, well-laid out and with a very comfortable bed, nice little lounge area thoughtful extras, such as the fancy coffee machine. The free coffee in reception was very welcome too!... More

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Albushotel, Owner at The Albus, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Dear precious guest, Thank you very much for your nice compliments on our rooms and staff! The Albus is an individual (stand alone) hotel with a big passion for design and guest services. Besides we highly value comfort such as our custom made box spring beds (with a special mattress on top made out of astronaut foam which forms to... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

My same-sex spouse and I stayed in a “Splendid City Room” at the Albus for five nights in May. We chose the hotel because it was 100 percent smoke-free, with a 200 euro fine for violating that rule. The staff was helpful if not particularly outgoing, selling us museum and tram tickets and explaining how to use the latter. The... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

In the heart of the canal zone very close to the flower market. Walking distance to most major sights but there is a tram stop less than a block away. The staff were exceptional...either giving directions or advice or booking events for you. The room was small but clean and had all the required amenities. Coffee available in both the... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013 via mobile

I came over with my partner for the weekend. We paid just under 500€ for 2 nights. The 2 nights didn't include the breakfast: that was a premiere for me! Never ever heard that you should book it as an extra! The hall ways sting seriously. And this has nothing to do with the canals. The bedroom was frizzing cold,... More

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Albushotel, Owner at The Albus, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Dear precious guest, Thank you sharing your experiences and I am sorry to read these were not all positive. We just found out that the smell in the 2nd floor corridor comes from a restaurant behind the hotel and we have approaced the owner immedeately to replace the air filters of his kitchen directly. Nevertheless, I am sorry for the... More

Cologne, Germany
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Lovely welcome, lovely room, great coffee machine in room and foyer. Great service, nothing was too much trouble for the staff, wether it be directions, or extra milk and sugar. Last night《frid b4 long weekend) was noisy due to city partygoers, but hey, its amsterdam. Thanx girls.

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What travellers say

  • Flower market(10)
  • Great location(10)
  • Very clean(9)
  • Friendly and helpful(7)
  • Light sleeper(6)
  • Flat screen TV(4)
  • Good value(4)
  • Nespresso machine(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:
#37 Luxury Hotels in Amsterdam
#46 Business Hotels in Amsterdam
#77 Family Hotels in Amsterdam
Price range (per night): S$190 - 403
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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Albus Grand Amsterdam
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