Hotel Sweets Westerdoksbrug (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

WESTERDOKSBRUG Hotel room in a playful former bridge house with 360 views over the river IJ, at walking distance from Amsterdam Central Station (6 minutes). Marvel at some of Amsterdam’s newest architecture from your bedroom window, including the acclaimed EYE film museum and the Palace of Justice. Take a stroll to the tourist-friendly Haarlemmer street with some of the city’s best bars, restaurants and patisseries, or visit the popular Noordermarkt, a paradise for organic food lovers and antique fans. From 1960 to 2017, bridge house Westerdoksbrug accommodated the city’s bridge keepers. In 2017 the bridge house started a new chapter as one of SWEETS hotel's 28 hotel rooms. As with every SWEET, Westerdoksbrug’s interior is inspired by its architectural history. Of all our hotel suites, Westerdoksbrug is closest to Amsterdam Central Station (6-minute walk); just follow the road along the IJ river and you're there! This ideal location offers an endless list of things to do: take the free ferry to explore Amsterdam North, stroll along the canals to visit Dam Square and the Anne Frank House, or hop on public transport from Central Station to travel to anywhere else. A great place for coffee, breakfast and lunch is just across the road. For more recommendations, check out our self-composed Neighbourhood Guide on the electronic tablet provided in the accommodation. CHECK-IN With 28 locations all over Amsterdam, SWEETS hotel operates with a self-service key system using a smartphone app and Bluetooth. Should you need any assistance accessing your bridge house, SWEETS hotel is reachable 24/7 by telephone. AMENITIES - Free Wifi - Coffee & Tea facilities - Tableware and cutlery - Towels, bathrobes, slippers and toiletries - Earplugs - Bluetooth speaker - Suitepad (electronic tablet) The Suitepad contains (among others): - WiFi name and password - Instructions for devices like the coffee machine and Bluetooth speaker - Our self-composed Neighbourhood Guide with recommendations on where to get breakfast, have dinner and sip cocktails, or where to park your car or rent a bike - Digital newspapers & magazines - Netflix IMPORTANT Please note that the bridge is still fully operational and might open and close during your stay. It is a unique experience to wave at the ships passing by, but be careful when going outside. Park your bicycle in the designated bicycle stands – never on the bridge. Because of safety regulations, the minimum age for guests to stay at SWEETS hotel is 21.