The College Hotel

Excellent stay. Facilities and staff were wonderful. We would like to mention three staff by name who were especially noteworthy: Julius, Kick and Peter. They made our visit above and beyond. First class College Hotel Autograph representatives.

The College Hotel is lovely in every respect, and the Bar and Bistro offers the best breakfast in Amsterdam: delicious and beautifully prepared every single day. The serving staff were terrific--attentive without being overbearing and, over the course of our longer stay, great at remembering our preferences and bringing them even before we asked. I thank them for all the fabulous lattes they made me that were the perfect way to start the day! More generally, the rooms at the hotel are large and clean, with nice amenities. The public spaces are comfortable and plentiful as well. Great location with team stop right outside the front door. Would definitely recommend!

Just finished a great stay at The College Hotel Amsterdam. We loved the location which was near major museums and the tram/metro lines. The staff was excellent across the board but we would like to especially recognize Isabella in the restaurant for taking extra good care of us (I even liked the Chandon Spritz). Randy was en excellent bar tender. Juliana at the front desk was very helpful in researching rides for us. Kick, Julian and all of the front desk staff were very helpful. It was also nice to see Marriott’s commitment to its “students” who all show that the future staff of Marriott hotels will be as good as the current team. We look forward to our next visit.

This is a beautiful hotel. The service was great. They have a wonderful buffet breakfast. The location was perfect because it was away from city center but still central enough to be able to everywhere easily. We would absolutely return if going back to Amsterdam.

Platinum For Life Member—Will Not Stay Here Again Service: Poor Room Size: Small to Average Showers/Bathrooms: Poor Food: Very Good Cleanliness: Good Gym: No gym, only free access at an off-site location Pool/Spa: Not available As a group of experienced business travelers attending a major conference, our six-day stay at this hotel was disappointing, to say the least. Despite our modest expectations—quiet rooms, comfortable beds, decent showers, and reliable service—the hotel failed to deliver on almost every front. The rooms, though quiet, were extremely small. My room (204) was particularly cramped, with a bathroom reminiscent of one you'd find on a ship: a shower, toilet, and sink all crammed into a tight space. The pedestal sink lacked a counter, and there was no accessible electrical outlet near a mirror, making it impossible to use a hairdryer with a mirror. To make matters worse, one of my colleagues experienced scalding hot water with no cold water available. When she raised the issue, the staff condescendingly asked if she knew how to turn on the cold water. While the restaurant served very good food, the service was abysmal. At best, staff ignored us. At worst, they were outright rude, often glued to their phones and neglecting basic tasks like offering a second cup of coffee. The doorman, Peter, welcomed us with chatter—but he didn’t assist with our luggage and seemed more interested in talking about himself than helping guests. To the General Manager: As the leader of this establishment, you set the tone for your team. The lack of concern for customer satisfaction reflects poorly on the entire hotel. If service and client experience are not priorities for you, your staff will inevitably follow suit—and unfortunately, it shows.