Hotel Asterisk, A Family Run Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Amsterdam
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Hotel Asterisk offers six room types, including Standard Twin, Small Single, Premium Comfort Twin, Comfort Single, Budget Single, and Comfort Twin. Rooms range from 10 m^2 to 25 m^2 and include a walk-in shower, toilet, coffee and tea facilities, a safe, flatscreen TV, and free Wi-Fi. The Premium Comfort Twin features a private bathroom with a separate toilet, while the Budget Single has a bathroom in the hallway on the same floor. All rooms are in the main building or annex, accessible by elevator.
Dining & Local Eats
Breakfast is served in the courtyard during summer. Nearby, Van Wonderen Stroopwafels on Kalverstraat offers fresh stroopwafels with customizable toppings. The Vondelpark terrace provides a spot for casual meals, and local cafés like The Coffee Bean and Tony's Pizza are within walking distance.
Explore Amsterdam
The hotel is 0.5 km from Vijzelgracht and 2.5 km from Amsterdam Centraal. Walk to the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, or Stedelijk Museum in minutes. The Heineken Experience and Hermitage are nearby. Bike rentals and canal cruises are easily accessible. Vondelpark, Amsterdam's largest park, hosts free summer concerts and open-air theater.
Family-Run Hospitality
Run by siblings Lisa and Johan Haagedoorn, the hotel emphasizes personal service. The 24-hour front desk assists with museum tickets, tours, and luggage storage. Complimentary Wi-Fi, ironing services, and tailored local recommendations are provided. Smoking is prohibited (€150 fine).
Practical Details
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM, with luggage storage available earlier. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. Schiphol Airport is 20 km away, reachable by taxi or public transport. Emergency exits are marked, and a wake-up service is available. Tap water is safe to drink.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor