XO HOTELS BLUE TOWER, Amsterdam

Xo Hotels Blue Tower - A multicultural district 4-star hotel in an 11-story blue tower with city views

Located in the vibrant Bos en Lommer district, this Amsterdam hotel occupies an 11-story blue tower next to a market square and shopping center. The 4-star Xo Hotels Blue Tower features rooms equipped with individual air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, safety boxes, and Nespresso machines. Each bathroom includes a shower or bathtub configuration and a hairdryer. A breakfast restaurant serves an extensive buffet with fresh fruit juices and various cold and warm dishes. The 24-hour reception provides tour assistance and ticket services. A next-door parking garage offers direct hotel access. The Bos en Lommerplein transit stop sits 2 minutes away, connecting to Leidseplein in 20 minutes. Turkish bakeries, Moroccan eateries, and hipster coffee bars surround the property.

Pros

Direct access to multicultural dining options including Turkish bakeries and local pubs

Expansive city views from upper-floor rooms

24-hour reception with tour booking assistance

Extensive breakfast buffet with fresh juices and hot dishes

Cons

2.5 miles from city center

No on-site parking (though adjacent public garage available)