subject: Book Hotels In Amsterdam [print this page] Amsterdam the capital of Netherland is the biggest city and a major tourist hub in this part of Europe. you can visit this place at any part of year. In winter the days are often cold and are short with only 8 hours of sunlight around Christmas. Amsterdam is famous for its beauty, exquisite beautiful canals and friendly people who majorly all speak English. That is good for a traveler visiting Netherland from another part of the world since English is a universal language.
Due to severe cold conditions the festival to celebrate Queen Beatrix birthday is celebrated on 30th April while actually her birthday is on 31st January. Therefore the celebration takes place on the eve of her mother's birthday that is on April. The color of the extravaganza is orange on queen's day, featuring national pride and royal presence. Amsterdam is home to unique combination of past history and hip and happening today. As Amsterdam is the star attractions among European holidays, it is better to reserve hotel rooms in hotels in Amsterdam.
Discount hotels are another way to save on accommodation but splurge on leisure activities. Amsterdam is a happening city offering varied tourist delights along with hotels to match budgets and specific needs. Whether looking for a discount hotel or 'the ultimate-in-luxury' Amsterdam has more than 300 accommodations - including rooms in 17th-century gabled houses lining the canals or in residential areas away from main city. These 'pensions' or 'century old rooms' generally retain the old antique look and with a view of canals are good bargains. The main hotels are clustered around Central Station, the Leidseplein and DamSquare. The Royal Palace is situated near this Square that is considered the heart of the city, with Anne Frank's House a mere five-minute walk away from the shopping centers and museums.
It is advisable to book through the Internet in advance and enquire about extra costs such as VAT (Value Added Tax) of 6% and the city tax of 5% that are often included. Another issue to be straightened out is the meal plan. Amsterdam hotels operate on a European plan - without meals - or on a Continental plan - with continental breakfast. So it is better to check when booking. Other issues are whether pets are allowed; whether there are a mini bar in the room, family rooms, a safe deposit box, heating, and luggage storage. Also find out with the check-in/check-out times are. Some of us are particular about room service and if traveling with family may require baby sitting/child services, dry cleaning, ironing services, Internet services, car rentals and tour desks to plan on different tours. Even if on discount, the hotel should provide a clean living area, presentable ambience, and breakfast.
Some hotels or camps provide you with free parking during the off season. To take advantage of the best discounts, avoid the Tulip Season from late March to June, all summer, and convention time towards September.
