City Break In Amsterdam - Amsterdam Hotels

Posted June 19, 2009 by Joyce Wan

Head to Amsterdam for a laidback weekend break the next time you need to recharge your batteries. The capital city of the Netherlands abounds with culture, and offers plenty of other attractions besides the infamous Red Light District and cannabis cafes.

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The Dylan - Housed in a 17th-century building that used to be a theatre, The Dylan is all about luxury and opulence. Each of the 41 rooms is individually decorated in sumptuous furnishings and dramatic colours, according to six different themes. For a room with a view, book one of their Loft Rooms, and gaze out across the city while relaxing in a gigantic limestone bathtub. Or if you want to feel like royalty, stay in the one and only Manhattan suite and sleep in the huge four-poster bed under yards of silken bed linens. Prices start at around £280 for a standard single room.

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Vondelpark - Rent a bike or simply walk around the Vondelpark, arguably one of city’s most popular parks. There’s also a skate-rental booth in the park if you prefer to travel on skates. Take in free musical or theatrical performances at the open-air theatre, or simply sit down with a picnic and people-watch. The National Film Museum is located within the park, in a 19th-century pavilion, and screens a wide range of films.

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Blue Pepper - A former Dutch colony, Indonesia still makes its presence felt in Amsterdam in the form of numerous restaurants serving Indonesian cuisine. Blue Pepper serves up traditional West Javanese cuisine with a contemporary twist. Order the classic ‘rijsttafel’ menu for a taste of the classic Indonesian banquet that offers up intriguing flavours. Or simply order a la carte from their three tasting menus for an authentic taste of Indonesia. Main courses start from around £20.

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Categories: Amsterdam, City break destinations, Europe, Netherlands