Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre is a 408-room, four-star hotel at Piet Heinkade 11 on the IJ waterfront, about a 15-minute walk or one tram stop east of Amsterdam Centraal Station. It works best for travelers who want river or city views, easy train access from Schiphol, and a base next to the Muziekgebouw concert hall and the cruise terminal. If you want canal-house streets outside your door, it is a less natural fit.
Mövenpick Amsterdam City Centre at a glance
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Address | Piet Heinkade 11, 1019 BR Amsterdam |
| Type | Four-star Mövenpick hotel (Accor), open since September 2006 |
| Rooms | 408 rooms and suites; the whole property is non-smoking |
| Check-in and check-out | Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 12:00 |
| Nearest tram stop | Muziekgebouw Bimhuis (tram 26), opposite the hotel and one stop from Centraal Station |
| Walking times | About 15 minutes to Centraal Station; about 25 minutes to Dam Square |
| Parking | Piet Heingarage, a 24-hour public garage beneath the hotel |
| Wellness | Lifestyle Studio with gym and saunas; no swimming pool |
| Pets | Assistance dogs only |
| Sustainability | Green Globe Platinum certified |
| Contact | +31 20 519 1200 · [email protected] |
Details checked against the hotel’s official pages in September 2026. Confirm hours and policies with the hotel before you travel.
Who this hotel suits
The hotel sits on the northern edge of the historic center, beside the Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ and the ijVENUES conference center, with Passenger Terminal Amsterdam right next door. That location shapes who gets the most from a stay here.
- Travelers arriving by train, since Centraal Station is one tram stop away
- Concertgoers heading to the Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ or the Bimhuis jazz venue, both a few steps from the entrance
- Cruise passengers using Passenger Terminal Amsterdam before or after a sailing
- Conference delegates and event organizers who want meeting space and rooms under one roof
- Families who need more space, thanks to 52 m² family connecting rooms
It is a weaker match if you want to step straight onto the canal ring, since Dam Square is roughly a 25-minute walk. Travelers who want a hotel pool or are bringing a pet dog should look elsewhere too. For a side-by-side view of areas and price levels, see our guide to where to stay in Amsterdam.
Rooms, suites and views
All 408 rooms and suites include free Wi-Fi, organic fair-trade linen and access to the wellness area. Rooms face the city or the river, and several categories carry “View” in the name, which is the safer booking choice if watching boats on the IJ or seeing the curved roofs of Centraal Station matters to you. Standard rooms are soundproofed and come with blackout curtains, a pillow menu, Nespresso coffee, a smart TV with Chromecast and a work desk.
| Room type | Size (from) | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Classic and Superior rooms | 26 m² | King or twin beds; up to 3 guests in most categories, with extra beds or cribs on request |
| SLEEP rooms | 26 m² | Twin beds with window seating overlooking the water |
| Executive rooms | 26 m² | Mini fridge and Executive Lounge access; maximum 2 guests |
| Junior Suite | 38 m² | Living area, minibar and Executive Lounge access; up to 3 guests |
| Family Connecting Room | 52 m² | Connecting layout for families; listed as an accessible room |
| Ambassador Suite | 57 m² | Separate living room and a free-standing bath |
Executive Lounge access
Guests in Executive rooms and suites, including the Junior Suite, get complimentary access to the Executive Lounge for refreshments during their stay. Executive rooms sleep two guests at most, so a family of three that wants lounge access should look at the Junior Suite instead. Check what is included on your dates when you book, because lounge service can change.
Restaurant and Lobby & Lounge Bar
The hotel restaurant serves a seasonal à la carte menu of international dishes from an open kitchen with views over the IJ. Breakfast is a continental buffet with a selection of hot and cold dishes, starting at 06:00 on weekdays. Accor’s booking page lists dinner from 17:00 to 22:00, Monday to Saturday, with the restaurant closed on Sunday, while the hotel’s own site describes the menu as available seven days a week, so confirm Sunday dinner before you plan around it.
The Lobby & Lounge Bar on the ground floor serves cocktails, Mövenpick fair-trade coffee, light lunches and snacks. It opens daily from 09:00 and stays open until 23:00 on weekdays and midnight on weekends.
Lifestyle Studio: gym and saunas
The Lifestyle Studio has a compact gym, a shower landscape and unisex saunas, and Accor lists massages and 24-hour gym access. Room guests have wellness access included. There is no swimming pool. If you’d rather exercise outdoors, Amsterbike next door rents bicycles.
Meetings and events
The hotel’s conference and meeting center has 11 flexible meeting and breakout rooms covering about 1,100 m², with space for up to 450 delegates. The rooms have natural daylight, free Wi-Fi and AV equipment controlled by touchscreen, and hybrid setups are available. For larger events, the hotel is part of ijVENUES and works with Passenger Terminal Amsterdam, which offers about 3,000 m² for up to 1,200 guests. Accor’s booking page lists 15 meeting rooms, so confirm the current room count and layouts with the events team when you request a quote.
Location and nearby places
The hotel stands on the IJ in the former Eastern Docklands, between Centraal Station and the renovated harbor islands. Canals and museums are about a ten-minute walk or a five-minute tram ride away, and the Rijksmuseum and Dam Square are under 30 minutes by tram or metro.
- Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ and the Bimhuis sit next door. Our guide to live music in Amsterdam covers what they program and where to sit.
- NEMO Science Museum on Oosterdok is a good pick for families and has a free stepped rooftop with harbor views.
- Het Scheepvaartmuseum, the National Maritime Museum, is right beside NEMO at Kattenburgerplein 1.
- The A’DAM Tower and its Lookout deck are a short free ferry ride across the IJ from behind Centraal Station, and the rest of Amsterdam-Noord is easy to reach from there.
Getting to Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre
- From Schiphol Airport, take a direct train to Amsterdam Centraal (about 20 minutes). A taxi takes roughly 25 to 30 minutes. The hotel does not run an airport shuttle.
- From Centraal Station, take tram 26 toward IJburg for one stop to Muziekgebouw Bimhuis, directly opposite the hotel, or walk east for about 15 minutes.
- By car, follow the A10 ring road to exit S114, then park at the Piet Heingarage beneath the hotel.
For room rates and availability, book through the official Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre website. To compare it with other properties, browse our Amsterdam hotel picks. If this is your first trip, our first-time guide to Amsterdam covers museum booking rules and getting around.
Frequently asked questions
Does Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre have a swimming pool?
No. The hotel has a gym and saunas but no pool. The nearest public pools are Flevoparkbad, about 3.5 km away, and Sportfondsenbad Amsterdam-Oost, about 3.9 km away.
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
No. The simplest route is the direct train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Centraal, about 20 minutes, followed by one stop on tram 26 or a 15-minute walk.
Where can guests park?
Piet Heingarage, a 24-hour public parking garage, is located beneath the hotel. Check current rates with the garage or the hotel before arrival.
Are pets allowed at Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre?
No. Dogs are not allowed, with the exception of assistance dogs.
Is the hotel wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The hotel says it is accessible for wheelchair users and offers wheelchair-friendly rooms. Contact the hotel before booking to confirm the exact room features you need.
