Our 4-day vay-cay in illustrious Amsterdam was somewhat okay... though I'm a fan of Hotel Pulitzer and what it had to offer, I left disheveled. So, in my experience, I thought this is a higher-end Euro hotel with a good reputation. The front desk staff were friendly and somewhat helpful. The lil' bistro in the hotel lobby offered yumminess... and the location of this hotel was literally skipping distance to everywhere. It's quite quaint... charming... and there are certainly needed improvements. But beware to lock your valuables up. I had my fabu-watch stolen by the maids... I literally walked in on her going through my stuff... and noticed my watch was gone. IT was a freaggin' mess getting the police involved. Long story short.... it's a charming Euro-hotel... Would I stay here again? Yep.... but I would be more watchful on whom services my room. read more

Fantastic - I've stayed many times and its always a unique room with some adventure re orientating myself through the hotel (follow this hallway left right and left, then down the stairs to lift D, up to 3rd floor...) always an adventure... The location on prinsengracht is phenomenal - fabulous shopping and cafes within very short walks of the hotel. Helpful concierge and auxiliary staff. Fabulous brunch. My only complaint would be during a stay in 2011, I was quite literally eaten by bedbugs and the front desk agent I complained to was very nonchalant about it. It may very well have been my fault entirely for leaving the windows open overnight but I feel that they should issue some warning or notice on canal facing windows if this is a common occurrence. I can't be the only personal who enjoys sleeping with a fresh breeze and the bedbug bites caused me grief for 2-3 weeks... Perhaps I'm simply not as relaxed as the Dutch but if I encountered bedbugs at a 5 star hotel in the US, Japan, or Australia I would expect some very serious compensation. Fumigating my luggage on departure was a very new experience for me and one I wasn't expecting in north-western Europe. read more

Beautiful very well appointed hotel in he heart of Amsterdam. The staff was wonderful and very very helpful read more

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Gorgeous hotel. I enjoyed my stay here. Staff are friendly, the courtyard is beautiful and the suites are extremely spacious and comfortable. Skip the coffee at the cafe, however. The breakfast buffet is delicious. Overall: great hotel, great location! read more

I mean... wow, what a lovely hotel in the middle of Amsterdam. This hotel is actually a collection of several buildings, one of the most charming and unique Starwood property I have stayed at Pros: By far the staff. My room was sold the night I came, they arranged a free night at the Sheraton, supplied Taxi. They were genuinely apologetic of the situation Excellent location, very quaint neighborhood, away from the rif raff Unique architecture and layout. Cons: Rooms a little bit small, but its Amsterdam No other place in Amsterdam in my opinion, read more

We loved our stay at the Pulitzer. As an SPG elite, we got upgraded to really nice corner room. The room was quiet and large, compared to European standards. The bed was similar or the same to the 'Heavenly' bed - extremely comfortable; perfect after a long flight or long day walking to explore the city. The shower was a traditional bathtub, really cute. This hotel is based on many canal houses connected together--a historical building. The amenities looked great - we only tried the bar and it was fantastic. Bartenders prepared excellent cocktails and snacks. Heineken on draft was as close as perfect as it could be. Museum tickets are available in the front desk (concierge). Great service as it allows skipping long queues. When in Amsterdan, staying at the Pulitzer is a must! read more

So normally when traveling to a single locale for any significant period of time, I like renting out an apartment off of my favorite website, AirBnB.com. I enjoy trying to immerse myself into day-to-day life wherever I am, and hotels just kind of mess with that. But this place is lovely. Prinsengracht is one of my all-time favorite streets in Amsterdam, and even now, with short days and bitter weather, it's kind of picturesque. Inside the lobby is typical Dutch - simultaneously trendy and incredibly throwback. God I love these people. My room is the best part, hands down though. The ceiling is lofted, with beautiful baby blue-painted pegged beams. I'm told only a few of the rooms have this, so I feel lucky to have business here on the off season. The chairs are mighty comfortable, the bed is luxurious, and the room service (I got in at night, and haven't slept yet. It's 7 am.) was actually quite tasty, especially for Dutch fare. The view, though. What a view. I wish I lived in this room so I could sit in the window and write all day long. It's that cornily awesome. The other decor is kind of soft, country-living aesthetics, and very cozy. There are some classic Neder-art pieces on the walls, and some beautiful coffee table books on the table, many of which document some of the more incredible areas and eras of the Dam. Supposedly breakfast has started downstairs. I don't think I will be making it today. But I will make it up by noon - there's work to be done, damnit! read more

I suppose after staying at The Dylan, my expectations were much higher for our first visit to the Hotel Pulitzer. I was exceptionally excited about the 25 restored 17th/18th century canal houses. In their own description of the hotel, they tell prospective guests that the rooms are distinctive, that no two are the same. Sadly, I was disappointed when I opened the door to our room and was presented with a typical upper end, but typical European style room looking out onto another building that was showing serious wear and tear. Loved the marble in the bathroom, but small details really took away from the positive aspects of the room (and the only one was the bath room). Nails were sticking out of the decorative wood molding of the bathtub. I suppose they may have given us the consolation prize room because we used cash and points (4800 Starwood points and $90/night). Good deal I might add considering the average price of a room there is about $550. However, you pay about the same at the Dylan (seem my review) and get so much more in terms of ambiance. The reception area seems to always be packed with busloads of Westerners, so it's quite loud. On the other hand, the courtyard looked quiet and comfortable with bean bags, couches and tables. No one seemed to use it however including us. The staff were exceptionally friendly (almost bordering on being insincere), helpful and professional. The location on Prinsengracht is central to many of the nicer parts of Amsterdam. It is right on the border of the Jordaan (my favorite area of the city). If you have lots of Starwood points and you want to stay in a more upscale neighborhood, I would say it's well worth the visit. If you have to pay for the whole thing out of your pocket, I'd suggest The Dylan or The Grand Amsterdam. read more

Stayed here on a trip to Amsterdam as we were looking for a really nice place that was close to Leidseplein (the main part of Amsterdam). The hotel was very nice and most of it looked brand new. I was a bit worried about the language barrier, but the staff were well trained in English and did an excellent job. The rooms were standard size for European hotel rooms, but the room itself was new, clean and the bed was very comfortable. We had a view of the courtyard which was really nice and the room was on a higher floor as I requested. From a location standpoint, the hotel was absolutely perfect. It's about a 10 minute walk to Leiseplein where all the restaurants and nightlife are, 10 minutes from other areas like the red light district and right up the street from the Anne Frank Museum. You literally couldn't have a more perfect location. I highly recommend getting a room that overlooks the canal that is right in front of the hotel. Definitely worth the extra money. This hotel was awesome and is considered the best in Amsterdam front what I heard. It's definitely pricey, but well worth it! Highly recommended. read more

Such a wonderful hotel. I first learned about Hotel Pulitzer through the Starwood website. I checked out the reviews and even watched the video on their website about the history of this charming property and knew we had to stay there. We arrived in Amsterdam on a Saturday evening after spending a few days in Brussels. I'd read the reviews and knew to make sure to ask for a room with a canal view, it was an additional 50 euro per night, but we were using points so it was fine. The hotel is about a 10 minute cab ride from the train station. It's centrally located and a short walk to many of the popular attractions like Anne Frank's House and the Rijks Museum. When we walked in we found the room pretty spacious by European standards. The room was nicely appointed with a beautiful, large bathroom. In addition to complimentary water there were some delicious Stroopwafels for our enjoyment. The bellman accompanied us to our room and told us about the hotel and showed us how to work things like the remote. Who knew the red on/off button is only for off in The Netherlands? But anywho from the moment we stepped into the hotel we were greeted warmly by everyone from the front desk to the people working in the lobby cafe. One evening I returned to our room to find my international travel adapter on the floor broken into pieces. I'm sure the housekeeper did it on accident while cleaning the room. Immediately, I took it downstairs where they profusely apologized. Not only did they give me one to borrow for the night, they had a written letter of apology sent to my room stating they'd replace it. The next day they presented me with a new one that was even better. Overall, this was definitely one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. From the concierge staff who were there to answer any question to the personalized letters they had delievered to our room with snacks, the service was impeccable. The Hotel Pulitzer is truly worthy of being a luxury class property. If I find myself back in Amsterdam, this hotel would be my top choice. read more

I fully enjoyed my stay! I got into the train station early in the morning and asked if I could check my bag with valet and they let me check in early. It was great because the sun was just coming up and I had a chance to go for a four mile walk taking pictures in the golden hours before 10:00. It was my first visit to my grandfather's home town and I fell in love with it and the people. This kind gesture gave me time to clean up and change shoes. The path to the room was fascinating. The halls went up and down as I moved through one house after another moving North to my room. I opened the door and faced a brick wall the width of the house with my bed dead center facing me. It was bright and clean and the fluffy comforter was tempting me to nap after a long flight in and train ride. But no! I had to get out while the light was perfect! The bathroom was clean and fresh. I quickly showered and dressed and hit the streets. I had the whole day to myself and made the most of it: The Rijks, van Gough museum, Rembrandt's home, and then Der Wag for eggs Benedict Amsterdam style. My day went on and on so I didn't get to enjoy the hotel as much as I'd hoped. But it was so welcome when I was ready to relax with a nice glass of Jenever. I slept incredibly well and enjoyed the cheerful staff immensely. Looking forward to returning to one of my favorite cities and won't miss a wonderful hotel so well located to so many hot spots to visit. read more

Beautiful hotel. In many ways. With loads of character and old world charm. Located in the historic part of town on Prinsengraacht, you could not pick a better location for a hotel. Right on the canal. Walking distance to many great restaurants and perfect for soaking in Amsterdam's rich ambiance. Hotel itself is a bit "tired" but that adds to character rather than detracts from it. It is very well maintained. The layout is a maze of hallways because it is several row houses connected to each other - and you get a bit of a feel of being in some sort of large old home if not castle. Hotel rooms are smallish, but totally fine and with nice finishes. Some come with better views (e.g. overlooking the canal or the inner garden). The guests I think is a feature of the hotel. People staying here appreciate style and it is very pleasant to see. One night the hotel had a cocktail party for "the neighbours" (don't know what that meant), but a bunch of beautiful, smartly dressed, classy people showed up and mingled. Hotel definitely feels "higher end" - it being the luxury collection and all. It lives up to that designation although you do pay the price. It's worth it, nonetheless. This review is also for the bar, which is very classy. Stylish furniture and careful color selection of walls and fabrics provide great atmo to ponder which sophisticated cocktail you want to try today before heading out to town for dinner. Get the couch and chairs at the den level, or a couple of tables "for two" near the windows as they provide great views of the canal. Or get the couch and chairs deep inside the bar for a cozier, more private feel. Cocktails are - yes, you guessed it, classy and everyone will find sth to their liking. I would definitely come back here again. read more

Another enthusiastic 5-stars for the Hotel Pulitzer Espresso Bar. The basics: the espresso is good. The extras: the gentleman pulling the espressos was very personable and enjoyed chatting - we loved getting to know a local a little better! Stellar service. read more

I have stayed at Hotel Pulitzer several times and I wouldn't stay anywhere else in Amsterdam, if I didn't have to. Yes, there are several grand hotels in town. I've stayed in a few others, and they have been great places to rest in luxury, but Hotel Pulitzer, is just part of the city experience. I have heard that not all rooms in this hotel are equal. I can say that I have only had superb rooms that are unique, tasteful and some have had great canal views that bolster the aura. As an SPG Platinum member I have been fortunate enough to get a Junior Suite. My favorite (I forget the number) are these loft like rooms on the way to the restaurant each of which have their own staircase to the room. Have the bellman deliver your bags! you will have stairs to get up and down before you get to the room. The hotel is a compilation of historic buildings that have been joined to make the hotel, but they don't exactly line up level. All part of the charm of this place. The breakfast restaurant is great - wonderful buffet; great omelets, perfect cappuccino and special orders are no problem for the staff who are always pleasant. Pulitzer bar is a great place for a nightcap or bar food. The atmosphere is comfortable / upscale. I've never seen it full or too busy - if you are looking for that there are plenty of places within walking distance, but it is great to have a quiet glass of wine or beer and a burger (although they do have a more extensive menu than that) Finally the location makes it the perfect landing spot for everything you want to do. You can walk everywhere from here and the walk along the canal system is just glorious. Enjoy Amsterdam and this charming hotel. read more

The Hotel Pulitzer is one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed in, and the nicest in Europe. We stayed with SPG points and were upgraded to a top floor room with gorgeous high ceiling and spacious interior with king-sized bed. The bed and linens were deliciously comfortable, the service and staff superb. Free internet in the lobby was convenient and the concierge always ready to help. Location is fantastic; walking distance to Dam and other tourist areas, as well central to several tram and train lines. I can't imagine staying anywhere else in the city. read more

I traveled with my family to Amsterdam, and most of the hotels there only can have three people in one room. There are four of us and we finally found a room in Amsterdam at the Pulitzer. The staff is very welcoming and friendly. Our waiter at the cafe there, Nenerd, was very nice and friendly to us. The staff at the front desk recommended restaurants and things to do in Amsterdam. The room was a little small, but could still fit all four of us. The hotel itself was very charming and if you are looking for a boutique hotel this is the perfect one!!! The room was charming!!! It was small, as I have mentioned before, but nice and cozy! The hotel was a short walk from everything. And has a great view from the window. I highly recommend this hotel. read more

We recently spent 4 days in Amsterdam and stayed at this hotel. We loved it! The breakfast is fantastic, never felt the need to venture anywhere else. We enjoyed a few cocktail hours in the bar on different evenings and found the bartenders to be very friendly and knowledge. Our room was quite spacious, very clean and quite. The location is just a few min walk to the Anne Frank house, it's is also an easy and enjoyable walk to anywhere else in the city. We will definitely stay here again! read more

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This is an awesome hotel to sit out on the patio on a long summers eve, it stays light until 11:30pm there, and sip Hendricks and tonics. One notable curiosity was the cute little door mice that kept darting up and down from the slats in the deck. Quite a show... Kind of freaked the females in our party, the mice kept to themselves so no harm done. The rooms are beautifully appointed, but it's easy to get lost trying to find your room, due to the way the the rooms have been connected through the use of several buildings. Highly recommend. read more

Absolutely beautiful hotel next to the scenic canals in Amsterdam. The concierges were very nice and helpful, even with my husband being rude (he was cranky and tired after a long day, not really an excuse, but nevertheless he was rude). They provided maps and directions to local attractions. The map came in very handy but I did not find their dinner suggestion to be very good and ended up yelping a place for dinner. It's just around the corner from the Anne Frank Huis and like most things in Amsterdam, a short walk to most attractions. Don't miss the Indian food around the corner as well. We only got to stay a night there, but I wish we had stayed much longer. Our hotel room was on the 3rd floor but because the hotel is different canal houses pieced together, we could take the lift to the 3rd floor but there was still a half a flight of stairs to get to our room. Because my husband has an artificial knee we are careful about this type of thing, but it was fairly inconsequential, but if you are differently abled you may have to make special arrangements. The room was Very cosy and full of character, it was like being in a fairy tale! Bathroom quite small though, although I'm sure it is about average for european standards. My only gripe is that the hotel breakfast made me very sick right after. My husband fared better but didn't feel great either. read more

Wonderful hotel! Awesome location! Amsterdam is incredible! favorite part was the swing area and bike wall.

Attentive and professional service, great location I booked Hotel Pulitzer using SPG points while the hotel was still an SPG member. Shortly after booking, I received an email letting me know Hotel Pultizer is no longer an SPG member however they will honor my booking if I choose to keep my reservation. I replied immediately and thanked them for honoring my reservation. Emails that followed, offering assistance during my stay, answering any questions etc. were very impressive and attentive. From our arrival to check out, everyone we spoke with and dealt with was a pleasure to work with. Rooms are in need of some remodeling and our room had a construction zone view, however Hotel Pulitzer service far surpassed any room related details. Thank you Hotel Pulitzer, it was a lovely stay! read more

Recently stayed at The Pulitzer on a trip to Amsterdam. A wonderful experience. The customer service was wonderful. I was celebrating my birthday, they acknowledged it By leaving a yummy chocolate cake in our room, with a personal note. Very sweet. We did not realize until our last evening that they have a private canal boat that gives canal tours. Next time we will fit that in to our schedule! read more

We had our wedding reception here in 2014. Wonderful destination wedding! We came from Los Angeles and our guests came from all over the world: US, Europe and Asia. They helped us plan and everything went smoothly. One of our guests had serious dietary restrictions and they addressed it flawlessly. Everyone involved was wonderful and professional. Our honeymoon suite was just lovely looking out into the canal. Wonderful dutch hospitality. read more

For our trip to Amsterdam last month, we ended up staying at the Pulitzer given the location and the great things we had read about it. Although it's not right next to Centraal, there are multiple tram lines you can hop on that will drop you just a block away from the hotel entrance. With large flags hanging out from the entrance, it's not that hard to miss. The front desk folks were kind, spoke English well, and were able to check us into our room several hours early - a big plus when you are coming off a red-eye over the Atlantic. The elevators are a tad confusing (there are multiple buttons for the entire bank), and even though they are a tad slow, the hotel isn't that tall - so it is less of a problem here. The layout of the hotel is constructed across several older buildings (particularly given you have to go up or down mini-flights of stairs to get to the room), but that is part of the charm - from the outside, the hotel does not look like it was a modern construction done right on a canal. We opted for one of the canal rooms, and it is nice and cozy and fits in perfectly with what you would expect an experience in Amsterdam to be like. Complimentary bottled water and stroopwafels daily were a treat, and I was surprised (and pleased) to see Le Labo products in the bathroom (it is one of the reasons I am a big fan of Fairmont hotels as well). With a little circular window from the bathroom resembling one you would see on a boat, along with the low ceilings, it very much feels like you are having a maritime experience The bed is very comfortable, and it's easy to lean over, throw the windows open, and let the breeze off the water come in the room. The rest of the hotel experience was excellent as well. The breakfast that was included was pretty extensive. Although the French toast left a little to be desired, I did like the brioche with eggs, and the smoked fish selection was quite good, and the orange juice was very fresh (if a little tart). It would be nice if plain scrambled eggs were an option, but it did not detract from the overall experience at all. The boat tour that the Pulitzer hosts is also much better than the tours aimed at hauling large groups of tourists around the city. With a boat that is over 100 years old and outfitted to hold not more than 15 people or so, it is a nice, private way of seeing the entire city over a 75-minute tour. The captain was a nice old gentleman who had good command of English and gave us great information along the way, along with an idea (climbing to the top of NEMO) that we utilized later on in our trip. Overall, this was definitely one of my favorite hotel experiences. It may not come off as luxurious and as grand as some other places, but it fits in perfectly with the charming city that Amsterdam is. Highly recommended for anyone who is willing to spend a little more. read more

Why a 3 star? Because I'm a practical functional organized girl. My rating is primarily on the rooms..the hotel itself is quaint, unique & cool. The rooms at this hotel are lacking space & furniture. Let's face it part of it is that the buildings are 400 years old. The very charm is also its fault. Our room's tiny bathroom with low ceilings is similar to that of a cruiseship bath. My 6'5" hubby had to stoop over to shower. There's a pedestal sink with little space to spread out your toiletries. Our room had a bed, desk & minibar. Being that we traveled internationally, we had 3 suitcases of stuff and no dresser or table with a couple chairs. There's an armoire closet but little storage in that. So we ended up with 6 days of stuff on the floor & in suitcases. And no place to sit & enjoy your room service, a cup of coffee, or wine. A small bistro table set & a tall dresser would've been ideal. Caution on ordering room service too......it's overpriced, so-so quality and limited selection. read more

The pulitzer isn't at all friendly to anyone especially minorities this isn't. We had such horrific survive and the people are just rude. They have no Costumer service skills or any skill quite frankly they are only welcoming to whitelist of white people and nothing darker! I hate this hotel and you should never come here in your life it's a hazardous place to be read more

Just got back from Amsterdam and was so thrilled with this hotel! Our room overlooked the canal has big spacious windows and I loved that there was hardwood floors. The concierge was so helpful and recommended amazing restaurants and fun tours! The espresso bar was the perfect morning pick me up as I love strong coffee. The location is perfect with excellent service. This the only hotel I would stay at if I went back read more

I really enjoyed my stay here during December 2018. The room was great the service excellent and the food wonderful

Terrible internet-frequent disconnects, some accesses blocked, slow, inconsistent over the course of my 6 day stay Laundry returned with dirt stains Food (room service): dried out each time, spoiled fruit I was checked into a room that I didn't even fit in (I'm very tall), so clearly they check in staff do not even know their own rooms Overall a nice venue but poor 'industrial' service--get you in/out as quickly as possible with minimal attention. read more

I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed this hotel. To begin with, Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities I've ever been to, and I've never fallen in love with a city like I did with Amsterdam. The hotel location, being set up in several canal houses really gave it that extra something special. Hotel was within walking distance to everything. Our room was decently sized, and had a beautiful view of the garden. Some of the little things that this hotel did were what made me really feel like they went above and beyond. On our first night we were brought champagne and a hand written note to congratulate us on our anniversary. Our stay was in December, over the holiday Sinterklaas, and for turn down service on this night we were given a paper explaining the traditions of the holiday, along with a special chocolate that would be enjoyed on the occasion. It was really special to feel included in the local traditions. Staff was wonderful, when passing in the hallways we were always greeted and asked if we needed anything. Also, after posting a few pictures tagged at the hotel on instagram, the hotel commented to check in with us on our stay, which I thought was an excellent touch. I'm really disappointed to see this hotel leaving the SPG program, as I tend to be pretty loyal. However, I would definitely consider returning here in the future. read more

I love this hotel! I stay here every September for business. The location is incredible, the staff are the very best and the rooms are lovely and clean! The concierge recommends the best restaurants, the front desk staff are always helpful and cheery and the hotel itself is beautiful. If it's your first time in Amsterdam, take the boat ride. It's a fun way to see the city. read more

One of my greatest memories of Amsterdam is my stay at the Hotel Pulitzer. A very cozy, artsy hotel if there ever was such a thing. The dark blue and green hues in the main entrance warmly greet you as you begin your stay. The staff, ever professional and courteous, make your check in a breeze. I remember loving everything in my field of vision. The colors were totally complimentary of the space they occupied. The restaurant served a delicious 5 course meal and was situated on the opposite side of the hotel on Prisengracht. The hotel bar is located next to the restaurant near the courtyard and was a perfect way to wind down at the end of a long day. The rooms were clean and comfy and the hotel is located just a couple of blocks from the Anne Frank House. A great location. I highly recommend this hotel as it is truly a 5 star experience. read more

Very much recommend this centrally located, comfortable hotel in the heart of Amsterdam. The staff from check in to bell services / valet to the room service and Espresso Bar staff were very, very helpful and friendly. Greeted me each time I came and went from the hotel genuinely. The room was comfortable and the bed great. The bathroom was well appointed and very good towels. Nice that it is a Starwood property for the points but also nice it felt like an independant hotel too. read more

For a special anniversary, we decided to go to Amsterdam and choose a great hotel of The Luxury Collection. Like plenty of other guests, we arrived in the morning and the room was of course still occupied. The associates at the Front Desk were super friendly, Marleen and Frank seriously live what I understand as great hospitality. The room 219 was nice & clean, had a great view to the canal and a wonderful size with King bed, a chair and wide openable windows. The Concierges Ronald and Maurits were always busy but took their time to assist with questions, restaurant suggestions and reservations. We did a Concierge city tour (with Folkert) which was awesome, Mike's bike tour (with Mike) was so much fun, and the hotel boat tour (with the Captain), all recommendable! For dinner we loved restaurant Moeders, Lucius was great food but poor service, and Pulitzer restaurant with an excellent menu. Out of all bars in the city, Pulitzer bar was not only our safe point for a last call when we got home, the barkeeper Nils was by far the most service oriented person I've seen. Thanks for making my celebration unforgettable and my travel party happy when i.e. mixing cocktails to everyone's liking, even if they were not in the menu. All in all a great hotel and a definite recommendation when planning a city trip to Amsterdam. read more

Very disappointing. Was very excited to stay at the beautiful hotel during my one day trip through Amsterdam. Ended up being very disappointed with the stay, and would not recommend to anyone. 1. I paid extra for a room with a balcony. My room had no balcony. Rip off of the extra 40 Euro I paid. 2. My supposedly clean bathroom towel had someone else's hair on it. A dark black hair, while I am blonde. 3. I ordered a wake up call for 5 am, to not miss my flight. No call came. Thankfully I set my own alarms as a backup. 4. I pre-paid for the hotel. But I now see a charge for $450 after I stayed there, still pending. However, if this is not lowered to what I agreed to pay for the mini bar at check out (20 Euro), I will have to go through the process of contacting the hotel to have the charge reversed. For $350 a night I expected much much better. Thoroughly disappointed and would not recommend to anyone. Plenty of better options in the area (speaking from experience). read more

My wife and I were excited to be booking at an SPG Luxury collection hotel during our stay in Amsterdam. Our room (332) was clean, bright & comfortable. So comforable in fact, it was tough leaving that amazing bed in the morning. The bathroom was stunning with a beautiful fresco in the shower and a heated marble floor. We did not opt for the paid upgrade to a canal view room but we were told at check-in that we were upgraded to a garden view as Gold members. That worked for me, I just like hearing that I've been upgraded :) I've read some reviews how people were disappointed with this hotel being a member of the "Luxury" collection. There were some parts of the hotel that yes, showed it's age, namely the hallways and the cabinet that housed our mini bar was scratched with parts of wood decorations missing. I thought the amenities provided were a little lacking, I thought the bath products would be a little more spa quality (actually I think the best are the bath supplies from the Westin IMHO). What about a toothbrush or razor with shaving cream too? (Got all that in a Sherton in Poland a few months ago.) However, I guess it really depends on your definition of "luxury," personally any hotel with a beautiful marble floor bathroom that's heated would get a luxury vote from me. I will also say we appreciated the complimentary bottles of water in the room and the Stroplewafels. It's no Four Seasons, but the Hotel Pulitzer does earn it's Luxury Collection status based on it's charm, customer service (Sara was an absolute delight at check-in), location, and that amazing heated bathroom floor!!! The location is perfect if you are comfortable with some short walks to the main attractions. The hotel is situated right on a canal in a very peacful and quaint part of town. It's right down the way from the Anne Frank House and just a short walk to some of the other sites. Check out the Pulitzer Bar for a drink in the evening. The bar staff were very nice and lots of fun. In addition, the girls running the Espresso Bar were fantastic too. They served up a great cup of coffee and a lot of laughs. Thanks ladies! But perhaps the best part of our stay was our private canal tour aboard the hotel's boat "The Tourist." Definitely book this tour!!! (€38pp) It's a stunning boat and very private, only 10 adults were on our cruise. Complimentary bitterballens were served with the option to purchase other drinks. We passed a number of other gigantic canal tour boats and the people looked miserable; not us!!! Our captain was very courteous and informative, there were a few parts of our tour that were a little hard to understand but otherwise his English was grand! Thanks for a great one night stay Hotel Pulitzer, wish we could have stayed longer. read more

Great hotel, but this is not for those looking to save money. This hotel is not cheap and as soon as you walk in you realize why, art work throughout the hallways and in the small courtyard . Catering to a more upscale clientele this hotel is in a great location for those that want to do some shopping. Within walking distance to Dam Plaza, the Museam neighborhood, Anne Frank's Museum and both cananl shuttle and metro its easy to get around the city. The hotel blends is with the neighboorhood unlike most hotels that stand out as seperate building. The hotel is made up of a series of homes with connecting hallways. Large and comfortable bed to rest after a full day of walking and clubbing the little time I spent in the room was restful and relaxing. A spacious and clean bathroom with my only complaint no coffee maker in the room, C'mon I'm Colombian and need my caffeine fix and thus can not give it 5 stars. read more

Strange but cute hotel in a great location. I think it really depends what room you get. Ours was small and faced the garden, I imagine the canal view ones are better, but cute and luxurious overall. Oh, the bathrooms are tiny too, I don't even know how Dutch people who fit in there. There was an inch between my knees and the wall when I sat on the toilet and I'm 5'4". Still, the location just can't be beat and the hotel was charming overall. read more

We really enjoyed our recent stay at the Hotel Pulitzer. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We had a great time on the canal cruise in the hotels boat. The guide/driver was very knowledgable and friendly. The concierge was an excellent resource. The room was very nice and a decent size by European standards. The location was excellent. I look forward to a return trip to the Hotel Pulitzer and Amsterdam. read more

Highly recommend!! Great rooms and de or is amazing!! Right on the canal and walking distance to everything!!