Laura Collins

Choosing the right hotel is a hugely important part of any holiday. How many times has the perfect trip been ruined by shoddy service, leaking showers and uncomfortable beds? Too many times for our liking, so we’ve taken it on our broad shoulders to ensure that this never happens to anyone ever again. Ambitious? You better believe it. These are the absolute best hotels in Amsterdam, guaranteed excellence. The Dutch capital has no shortage of accommodation options, but there is something about our pick of 18th-century canal houses, converted bridge keeper's houses and printing factory-turned-boutique hotspots that win the day. If you’re looking for a tip-top place to bed down after a day out exploring the city’s best museums, attractions and coffee shops, you’ve come to the right place. RECOMMENDED: The best Airbnbs in AmsterdamRECOMMENDED: Where to stay in Amsterdam  This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

Amsterdam does many, many things well. But if we have to choose its magnum opus, that has to be its museums. The capital of the Netherlands is bursting with fantastic art and culture, from fine art to photography, and from ancient history to Van Gogh. And much, much more.  If you’ve only got three days in Amsterdam, you better get your comfy shoes on, as there’s an awful lot of galleries to get around. But if you’d prefer a slower pace, we’ve ranked the absolute best in the city, so at least you’ll know what to prioritise. Read on for the best museums in Amsterdam to visit right now.  RECOMMENDED: 🖼️ The best things to do in Amsterdam🌿 The best coffeeshops in Amsterdam🍝 The best restaurants in Amsterdam

If you’re looking for a destination that offers everything, look no further than Amsterdam. Raucous nightlife and world-beating cafes? Genre-defining museums and famous attractions? Beaches? Yeah, it is all here in the amazing capital of the Netherlands. Amsterdam tops all sorts of lists, and so it should.When all the excitement gets too much, the best parks in Amsterdam offer total tranquillity for clearing the head. These are beautiful spots for a morning jog or an afternoon stroll, although don’t be surprised to happen upon a playground, petting zoo or piece of local history. Amsterdam gonna Amsterdam, always.

Okay, the Netherlands might not be the first place that springs to mind when planning a beach holiday, but the Dutch are international champions at surprising people, and its capital is very much the figurehead of it all. The best beaches in Amsterdam (well, an hour away by train) are beautiful examples of the rugged coastline and power of the North Sea, offering photography and extreme sports opportunities aplenty. Amsterdam might not be the obvious beach getaway (most people come here for the attractions, coffeeshops and nightlife, after all), but since when has the obvious been the way to go?