At a glance
The Dylan Amsterdam is one of Europe’s more intriguing boutique hotels, occupying a building steeped in history. In 1632 the architect Jacob van Campen was commissioned to build a stone theater, which served as Amsterdam’s first theater where the legendary painter Rembrandt worked as a production assistant.
Tragically, on May 11th during a performance, the building caught fire and completely burned down, leaving only the foundations and memories of its theatrical past. The site remained dormant for centuries until 1998 when the building was completely renovated, reopening in 1999 as a luxury boutique hotel. This transformation from Amsterdam’s original theater to a contemporary luxury destination creates a unique narrative that permeates every aspect of the hotel experience, where you literally sleep within the walls that once echoed with 17th-century performances and housed one of history’s greatest artists during his formative years.
The Dylan’s extraordinary character lies in its position as an intimate 41-room boutique hotel that successfully balances historical significance with cutting-edge design, creating an atmosphere that feels more like staying in a sophisticated private residence than a traditional hotel. Located in a 17th-century canal house on the prestigious Keizersgracht – one of Amsterdam’s most famous canals – the hotel sits in the heart of the trendy shopping district “De Negen Straatjes” (The Nine Streets).
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Accommodation
Standard Rooms
Classic Rooms in “the Original building” feature Queen-size beds and authentic historical elements from the 17th-century canal house, while maintaining all the modern amenities expected from a Leading Hotels of the World property.
Double Rooms offer enhanced flexibility with locations in both “the Original building” featuring tranquil garden views and “the Serendipity building” with dramatic atrium vistas, each room boasting completely different design aesthetics to ensure no two stays are identical.
Luxury Double Rooms elevate the experience further with premium appointments and enhanced space, while all standard accommodations feature Bang & Olufsen sound systems with Bluetooth connectivity, Illy espresso makers, luxurious Aesop bath amenities, and either sophisticated bathtubs or walk-in showers.
Suites
Junior Suites feature separate living areas that allow you to experience the feeling of having your own Amsterdam pied-à-terre. Luxury Suites offer enhanced space and premium appointments that reflect The Dylan’s position among Europe’s finest boutique hotels, with carefully curated furnishings and historical elements that pay homage to the building’s theatrical past.
At the pinnacle, Signature Suites represent the ultimate expression of The Dylan’s design philosophy, featuring the most exclusive locations within the 17th-century canal house and unique design themes that cannot be found anywhere else in Amsterdam.
Each suite category maintains the hotel’s commitment to individual character, ensuring that whether you choose Loxura or Amber design styles, the accommodation will be a distinctive work of art that combines the historical significance of Amsterdam’s first theater with the sophisticated luxury expected from a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.
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