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Secret Courtyards & Hofjes

Hidden behind unassuming canal doors and narrow alleyways lie Amsterdam’s historic hofjes — 17th-century charitable courtyards that offer peaceful oases of tranquility in the heart of the city.





601 places

  • Centrum

    Restaurant Kyo

    Restaurant Kyo is a humble izakaya-style venue in Amsterdam that offers Japanese cuisine including gyoza, sashimi, and meat skewers, as well as sake.

  • Noord

    Sir Adam Hotel

    Sir Adam Hotel is a trendy boutique hotel in Amsterdam that offers contemporary rooms with stunning views, riverfront dining, DJs, and a vinyl library.

  • Centrum

    Hotel Prinsengracht Amsterdam

    Hotel Prinsengracht, located in Amsterdam's canal district, is a charming hotel housed in two 17th-century canal houses offering comfortable rooms with views of the…

  • Centrum

    Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre

    Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre is a 4-star hotel in Amsterdam that offers stylish rooms and suites and is located near Central Station and Dam…

  • Centrum

    The Lancaster Hotel Amsterdam

    The Lancaster Hotel in Amsterdam is a 4-star boutique hotel located in the Plantage neighborhood, housed in a stunning 19th-century monumental building.

  • Zuid

    Restaurant Zaza’s

    Restaurant Zaza's in Amsterdam is a sophisticated dining establishment that serves modern European cuisine using locally sourced ingredients in an intimate setting with only…

  • Centrum

    Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam

    The Grand Hotel Amr√¢th is a five-star hotel located in Amsterdam that was built in the former Shipping House, features 205 rooms including suites,…

  • Oude Zuid

    Radisson Hotel & Suites Amsterdam South

    The Radisson Hotel & Suites Amsterdam South is a polished hotel in Amsterdam that offers rooms, suites, and apartments with kitchenettes, along with amenities…

  • Oost

    Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam

    The Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam is an upscale hotel in Amsterdam offering warmly furnished quarters, a restaurant, a chic bar, and a gym.

  • West

    Hotel van de Vijsel

    Hotel van de Vijsel is an 82-room boutique hotel in Amsterdam's Oud-West district that blends historic charm with modern comfort, featuring exposed beams and…

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