Banks Mansion, Amsterdam ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Herengracht 519-525, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1017 BV

Banks Mansion is housed in a historic 20th-century former bank building located on the exclusive Herengracht canal in Amsterdam's Golden Bend. The hotel emphasizes a unique all-inclusive concept, offering guests a variety of amenities like a live cooking breakfast and complimentary drinks throughout the day. With its warm, Art Deco-inspired interior by renowned Dutch architect Hendrik Petrus Berlage, it aims to create a comfortable and homely atmosphere for travelers. Guests can enjoy a variety of typical Dutch experiences while being just a short walk from major attractions.

Location

Situated in the heart of Amsterdam, Banks Mansion is within walking distance of many historic and cultural attractions including the Rijksmuseum and the Albert Cuyp Market. The proximity to public transportation allows for easy access to various parts of the city, with tram stops just a five-minute walk away. Although there are no private parking facilities, nearby public parking options are available at reasonable rates, making it convenient for guests traveling by car.

Rooms

The rooms at Banks Mansion are designed for comfort and convenience. Each guest room is equipped with a Nespresso machine, free minibar, and a selection of alcoholic beverages in decanters. Spacious suites, some with stunning canal views, provide a relaxing setting with comfortable seating and personalized pillow options available. Additionally, the Master Suite offers expansive living space, including a separate living room and bubble bath, tailored for those seeking luxury and indulgence.

Eat & Drink

An extensive breakfast buffet is available each morning, featuring live cooking stations where guests can order dishes tailored to their preferences. The Living space offers a self-service bar for guests to enjoy any drinks they desire, including cocktails and local Dutch cheeses presented each afternoon. A warm, homey atmosphere encourages socializing over snacks and drinks, ensuring guests feel relaxed and at ease throughout their stay.

Leisure & Business

Banks Mansion caters to both leisure and business travelers by providing ample communal areas to relax or work. Guests can use the self-service bar and enjoy the plethora of complimentary snacks available throughout the day. The hotel's friendly staff, referred to as the 'Banks family,' are available to provide personalized recommendations for local attractions and dining experiences. Additionally, fast WiFi is accessible throughout the hotel, ensuring connectivity.

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Comfy room canal view

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Comfy Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Guest suite canal view

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Coffee machine

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Amsterdam900 m

Airports

Schiphol (AMS) 16.7 km

Rotterdam The Hague (RTM) 70.6 km

Train

Amsterdam Centraal Station 1.6 km

Underground

Rokin600 m

Waterlooplein700 m

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

The breakfast spread was exceptional, offering a variety of hot and cold options that fueled my day perfectly.view full review

Cozy Atmosphere

The living area had a charming, Christmassy feel that made it a wonderful spot for relaxation and socializing with other guests.view full review

Comfortable Beds

I particularly enjoyed the unique arrangement of twin beds we received, which turned out to be more comfortable than a queen.view full review

Thoughtful Amenities

The hotel provided a welcoming atmosphere for all guests, ensuring that everyone felt at home and comfortable in their own spaces.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Cycling

Services

Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

All inclusive
In-room breakfast
Cafe
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Bottled water

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Herengracht 519-525, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1017 BV

Map view

street view

Herengracht 519-525, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1017 BV

City landmarks

Museum

Van Gogh Museum

1.4 km

Art object

Anne Frank House

1.5 km

Museum

Rijksmuseum

1.1 km

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Red Light District

1.2 km

Park

Vondelpark

1.8 km

Museum

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

1.1 km

Zoo

Artis

1.7 km

Museum

Amsterdam Vodka Museum

850 m

Museum

Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

1.5 km

Museum

Dutch Resistance Museum

1.7 km

Gedempte Begijnensloot

Begijn

700 m

Museum

Hermitage Amsterdam

890 m

Museum

Museum Het Rembrandthuis

960 m

Church

Westerkerk

1.5 km

Museum

Our Lord in the Attic Museum

1.5 km

Tower

Beurs van Berlage

1.4 km

Museum

Jewish Historical Museum

1.0 km

Church

The Oude Church

1.4 km

Museum

Moco Museum

1.3 km

Museum

Body Worlds

1.3 km

Church

The New Church

1.1 km

Monument

National Monument

1.1 km

Event hall

The Concertgebouw

1.7 km

Bridge

Magere Brug

1.2 km

Museum

The National Maritime Museum

2.1 km

Nearby

Thorbeckeplein Intersection Reguliersgracht/Herengracht

Thorbecke statue

190 m

Square

Rembrandtplein

370 m

Museum

Willet-Holthuysen Museum

420 m

Museum

Torture Museum

480 m

Museum

Museum Van Loon

270 m

Restaurants

P. King

30 m

Herengracht 515

Cafe de Bazel

80 m

Vijzelstraat 32 Tramhalte Muntplein tram 24

Shiva Indian Restaurant

100 m

Reguliersdwarsstraat 72

Memories of India

150 m

Reguliersdwarsstraat 88

Bella Regina

80 m

Vijzelstraat 41

Eatmosfera Ristorante

240 m

Korte Reguliersdwarsstraat 8

La Estancia Argentinian Grill

150 m

Reguliersdwarsstraat 86

Ristorante d'Antica

140 m

Reguliersdwarsstraat 80/82

Feijoa

100 m

Vijzelstraat 39

De Nachtwacht

260 m

Thorbeckeplein 2

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Great location

Slightly seedy corner

Limited room views

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.2

Service

9.0

Dining

8.3

Edwin

United States, March 2024

8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The room was small and a bit tired-looking, but the bathroom was spacious with a nice rain shower. The upgraded canal room had a very comfy bed that I wish I could have taken home. The breakfast hours were convenient, especially on a relaxing Sunday morning.

Rooms

8.0

The room was small and a bit tired-looking, but the bathroom was spacious with a nice rain shower. The upgraded canal room had a super comfy bed that made me feel like I was sleeping on a cloud.

Service

9.0

The service was efficient, friendly, and helpful. I felt welcomed throughout my stay, and the staff even addressed an issue I had promptly with an apology and upgrade. It was a bit inconvenient, but they handled it well.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect for me, just outside the center of Amsterdam with a tram stop nearby that made it easy to get around. Being close to the beautiful canal area and attractions was a big plus for exploring the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, especially with made-to-order options like the egg station and freshly squeezed juice. However, I felt there could have been a wider variety of choices available.

Facilities

The facilities were satisfactory, with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Nothing extraordinary but served its purpose well.

Colin

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.2/10

I had a great stay at the hotel. The rooms were perfect for us – clean, comfortable, and uncluttered. The service was exceptional, the location was very convenient, and the dining was wonderful. However, the rooms were not ready upon arrival, and the roadworks outside were a bit noisy. Overall, it was a fantastic experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were perfect for us – clean, comfortable, and uncluttered. The bathroom was well-appointed, but a heated mirror would have been a nice addition.

Service

9.0

The staff were very helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. They assisted us with checking our bags and provided great recommendations for dining and attractions. One staff member even went above and beyond to help me with a tech issue.

Location

7.0

The location was very convenient, with easy access to major sites and a nice canal view. However, there were roadworks outside the hotel during our stay.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was wonderful, with a good variety of fresh and delicious food. The buffet had a great selection, including made-to-order eggs and pancakes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were great, especially the serve-yourself bar and the well-appointed rooms.

Brad

United States, December 2023

9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was simply amazing. The rooms were superb with spacious and spotlessly clean spaces adorned with stained glass touches. The service from the staff was beyond exceptional, truly helpful and friendly. The location was great, allowing easy access to attractions and restaurants on foot or by tram. The dining experience was delicious, providing a fabulous and limitless selection of food. Overall, it was a fantastic experience with only a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, spotlessly clean, and beautifully decorated with stained glass touches.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond with their helpfulness and friendliness. They assisted me in booking tickets and provided excellent restaurant recommendations and reservations.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, situated in a nice part of the city with easy access to most attractions and restaurants either by foot or tram. It was also conveniently close to public transit options.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was great, offering a fabulous and limitless selection of delicious food, including cooked-to-order eggs and pancakes.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch and provided everything needed for a comfortable stay.

Friendly staff

Slightly seedy corner

Nicole

United States, October 2023

10.0/10

Wow! This hotel exceeded all my expectations. The rooms were incredibly spacious and came loaded with bottles of Gin, Whisky, and Rum, along with a variety of rubber ducks, candies, Vitamin water, and flowers. They even decorated the bed with rose petals and towel sculptures, what a lovely touch. The service was outstanding, ranging from the extremely friendly staff at reception to the happy breakfast team. The location couldn't have been better, just outside the center of Amsterdam with easy access to tram stops and all the attractions. The dining experience was phenomenal, with a self-service traditional Euro buffet available 24/7 and cooked-to-order eggs and pancakes. What a fantastic value for such high-quality service and amenities.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were a lot larger than anticipated and beautifully decorated with thoughtful amenities.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional, with extremely friendly and helpful staff throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The location was absolutely spot on, just a stone's throw away from Rembrandt Square and surrounded by shops, bars, and restaurants.

Dining

10.0

The dining experience was one of the best I have ever had in a hotel, with a fantastic selection of food and beverages available 24/7.

Facilities

10.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch and added to the overall luxurious experience.

Amazing Service

Steven

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.4/10

The hotel had really clean and comfortable rooms with plenty of charm overlooking the canal, though they were a bit small for the price. The bed was so comfy, I wished I could take it home, and a pillow menu was a nice touch. Service was very friendly and accommodating, though dealing with an issue required an apology and upgrade which could have been a big inconvenience if the hotel had been fully booked. The location was superb, leaving everything within a 10-15 minute walk, with easy access to all main attractions. The dining experience offered a good selection but could be improved with more options available. Overall, a delightful stay with fantastic staff and a great location.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were really clean and comfortable with plenty of charm overlooking the canal.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and accommodating, though sorting out an issue required an apology and an upgrade.

Location

10.0

The location was superb, offering easy access to all main attractions in a gorgeous canal part of the town.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with a decent selection, but could have been better with a wider variety of options available.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were convenient and well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay.

Great location

Limited breakfast options

Bob

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

During our stay at the hotel, I found the rooms to be comfortable with a firmer bed and a nice choice of pillows, complemented by wood furnishings with clean lines. Booking four months in advance for our stay from March 1-3, 2019, the room was rather small but it was really no problem.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable with a firmer bed, a choice of pillows, and wood furnishings with clean lines.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was incredibly warm and welcoming. The staff held our luggage for us, allowed us to partake in the complimentary hotel breakfast, and were very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

Location

10.0

The location of the hotel could not be better, situated directly on one of the canals and an easy walk to most tourist attractions. It was excellent for exploring museums, Dam Square, and accessing transportation.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience at the hotel was amazing, offering freshly cooked eggs or pancakes and friendly, knowledgeable staff. While the breakfast was lovely, it lacked some variety compared to other hotel breakfasts.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provided great facilities, including an inclusive bar, tours/ticket assistance, and the 'living room' with snacks and drinks available all day at no extra charge.