Marriott Amsterdam

I think you'll find the average price for a moderate hotel in Amsterdam to cost about 400 euros, ( compounded with the weak USD. ) This is according to Cameron Hewitt, RS travel writer.
Perhaps see if there's a Marriott in one of the charming surrounding towns, such as Haarlem or Leiden.
Have a great trip!.

“ think you'll find the average price for a moderate hotel in Amsterdam to cost about 400 euros, ( compounded with the weak USD. ) This is according to Cameron Hewitt, RS travel writer.”

I’ve seen this claim mentioned several times on this forum. I don’t know how Cameron Hewitt came to this conclusion. Unless he specifically stated that this was only during the peak of the tulip season, it simply isn’t true.
The yearly HOSTA report showed in September 2024 that the average price of a hotel room in Amsterdam was €206 per night. This was a slight increase from 2023 when the average price was €205 per night. The HOSTA study does show that hotel prices in Amsterdam are higher compared to the rest of the country, but you don’t need to pay €400 for a moderate hotel room.

“ However, after reading many reviews on several different websites, it doesn’t sound so good. Does anyone have any knowledge of this Marriott?”
I haven’t stayed there myself, but I see that this hotel has a 4.3/5 review score. It’s location is hard to beat as it’s ideally located to both the museums and the Canal Zone. I’m not sure why this wouldn’t sound good to you. Can you elaborate on your concerns?

Thank you, Pat and Dutch_traveler, for your kind help. I know the location is excellent for our plans, but many people complained about dirty sheets and duvets, unclean bathrooms with hairs in the drain, dust, broken showers, room never cleaned and told they must reserve that, then still not cleaned, etc.— poor maintenance in general. I can deal with nasty staff, slow check-in, broken coffee maker, etc., but not a dirty room.

To be fair, some people had good experiences, but so many complained about similar problems. The reason why you choose a brand name hotel is because you expect a certain standard and this one doesn’t seem to meet it.

I stayed at the Owl Hotel which is a much cheaper 3 star hotel with fewer amenities but basically same location. It is behind the Marriott on a smaller street. I am surprised to see that the Owl has a higher rating on Booking.com. This seems to be in part because guests find the Owl good value for its price whereas some of the complaints about the Marriott are about disappointing facilities and service given its price. If you are using points and not looking for luxury, the Marriott might end up being a good deal given prices in Amsterdam. The Owl was fine for me. The location is really good for museums, restaurants, walking most places or taking trams. If you do public transportation, there is a bus from the airport that stops right in front of the Marriott.

Hi, CD,

I’m a fellow CD. Thank you for your reply. I will check out the Owl. We will be staying in Amsterdam first for one night after we arrive, then flying to Geneva for two days to see a friend, then returning to Amsterdam for another four nights. We will probably give the Marriott a try for the one night and if it’s not awful, maybe we’ll stay for the other four nights. Fingers crossed. It’s good to have alternatives, so thanks again and I will definitely check out the Owl.

However, after reading many reviews on several different websites, it doesn’t sound so good. Does anyone have any knowledge of this Marriott?

Stayed at that Marriott in May of 2023 and in July of 2024. A great spot. Absolutely no issues with the hotel, the service, the location, or the breakfast. We'll surely stay there again.

Dear Tom,

Thank you so much for your kind reply. I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Marriott. Fingers crossed we will also have a good experience.

Park Centraal might also be hotel that would work. We stayed there in November of 2023 and really liked it. Location great for museums and tram to Dam Square.

Dear sdw,

Thank you very much for much for this great tip. I will definitely check it out. I truly appreciate the help of all of you wonderful folks.