MOTEL ONE AMSTERDAM-WATERLOOPLEIN, Amsterdam

The hotel is a 15-20 minute walk from Central Station and a 5-minute walk from the Waterlooplein metro station (400 m), providing direct access to the airport in about 30-35 minutes. The hop-on hop-off bus stop is a 5-minute walk away. The area is relatively quiet but close to attractions, with several restaurants (Broodje Valk, Greetje, Olijfje) within 0.3-0.5 km. A tram stop (Mr Visserplein) is a 3-minute walk. Parking is available at the Q-Park Waterlooplein garage, charging €60 per 24 hours.

Accommodation options include double rooms with one bed, and some rooms offer king-size beds on request. Rooms are compact (around 16 m2) and functional, with a seating area but limited storage (no wardrobe, only a rod and hangers). Bathrooms are private and modern with showers. The room size is best suited for short city breaks; for two people it can feel very tight. The air conditioning and heating systems have been reported as unpredictable, with some rooms being too hot or too cold. There are no kettles, fridges, or minibars; hot water can be obtained from the 24-hour bar. The windows cannot be fully opened for security reasons. Soundproofing is excellent, and rooms on higher floors are quieter. Bed comfort varies, with some finding the mattresses very firm and pillows high and hard.

Breakfast times are Monday-Friday 06:00-10:00 and weekends 07:00-11:00. The buffet includes bread, pastries, cold meats, cheese, and fresh fruit, along with coffee from an automatic machine. It is continental-style with no hot cooked items. The breakfast lounge also functions as the bar, and during busy periods tables can be cramped. There is no restaurant on site for lunch or dinner. The bar serves a selection of local gins, cocktails, and limited snacks like toasties, with hours that can vary. Several restaurants are within a 5-10 minute walk.

Leisure amenities are limited to the on-site bar and lounge. The surrounding area offers activities such as ice skating and boating, and the hotel is well placed for walking to major museums and the historic centre. The overall focus is on providing a comfortable base for city exploration rather than on-site leisure facilities.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. The 24-hour front desk can assist with early check-in requests, luggage storage (subject to space), and booking lower-floor rooms. The lift provides access to all floors, and the hotel is non-smoking throughout, with soundproofed rooms. Express check-in/out is available. Ironing equipment and laundry service are not on site but a laundry shop exists on the same street. Safety features include CCTV, key card access, smoke alarms, and a security alarm. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Maestro, and MasterCard.