Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam
The Netherlands
• Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197, 1012 EX, Amsterdam
The Netherlands
www.sofitel-legend-thegrand.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Sofitel Legend
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
Property dates back to 1411, turned into a hotel since 1992
Hotel General Manager
Mr. Remco Groenhuijzen
Hotel Positioning
Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam offers five star luxury in a unique historical ambiance. Furnished with French elegance and grandeur, the hotel welcomes a variety of visitors, from the trendy Amsterdam elite to Royal Brides and famous international movie stars. In each of the rooms, the restaurant, the halls and the beautiful Garden Terrace, poetry and history captivates and seduces everyone into visiting.
SOFITEL LEGEND THE GRAND AMSTERDAM
History & Story
The Grand is a hidden jewel located in the heart of the Amsterdam city center, between two of the most picturesque canals. The superb downtown is only a stone throw away from major landmarks such as the Dam Square, Royal Palace and within walking distance of the famous shopping area ‘The Nine Streets’, Anne Frank House and the Hermitage Amsterdam.
Started as two Convents in 1411, the former Admiralty and previous City Hall of Amsterdam, this Legendary hotel presents an immensely rich history. The heritage is the inspiration for today’s contemporary design, the perfect blend of Dutch history and French luxury. Whilst retaining the soul of a historic site, Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam offers 177 stunning rooms, including 52 luxurious suites with Butler Service.
Discover the Amsterdam of yesterday and today in style. Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam’s gracious fleet of luxury limousines, horse carriages and private boat jetty will transform the way of experiencing Amsterdam. Ensuring satisfaction by the efficient and experienced Les Clefs d’Or concierges, The Grand is the perfect choice for the discerning travelers and luxury stay in Amsterdam.
Date Renewal
In 2012, a complete refurbishment has been completed with a total investment of 60 Million EUR. The entire property is restyled by the well known French Interior Designer Ms Cybille de Margerie.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
• High personalized ‘cousu main’ service, Butler service to all Suite guests
• Located in heart of historial city center Amsterdam, between the two most picturesque canals of Amsterdam
• On walking distance to major city hotspots and landmarks, such as The Royal Palace and Dam Square, famous shopping district The Nine Streets and various museums such as Anne Frank House
• Contemporary style hotel with Dutch historical influences, graced by French elegance and grandeur
• Best seafood restaurant of Amsterdam : Restaurant Bridges Dining awarded with one Michelin star
• Home to a Private Inner Garden Terrace, offering serenity and tranquility in buzzing heart of Amsterdam. Which is unique in city center
Location
What makes Amsterdam so attractive is the 17th Century historical atmosphere combined with the mentality of a modern metropolis creating a friendly and relaxed environment. The small scale of the buildings and the intimacy of the streets, canals and squares create an atmosphere that visitors find unique. The city has the highest museum density in the world and is home to cultural highlights, such as the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, Hermitage Amsterdam and the Rijksmuseum with Rembrandt’s world-famous Nightwatch. Other well-known places of interest in Amsterdam are the Palace on the Dam, the Artis Zoo, Jewish Historical Museum and the Rembrandt House.
Key sites/activities in the area
• The Royal Palace
• The Dam Square
• Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Van Gogh museum, Amsterdam museum, Hermitage museum and Rembrandt house
• Shopping district The Nine Streets
• Luxury shopping mall
• Famous Dutch canals (Unesco Heritage)
Fun Facts
• Former HRH Queen Beatrix of The Netherlands was married in The Grand in 1966
• The Floral shop of The Grand arranged all flowers during the official Inauguration of HRH King Willem Alexander of The Netherlands in 2013 The Grand accomodated Royalties such as Maria de Medici – Queen of France in late 1500 and Maria Stuart – Princess Royal of the British Empire in early 1600.
Children’s Corner
We have a special welcome awaiting for our petit guests!
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Luxury room
35 sqm, either canal view or garden view, Hermés luxury amenities in bathroom, complimentary WIFI, BOSE sound system, Sofitel King MyBed concept, Walk in rainshower, seperate bathub with TV, Nespresso machine in room, contemporary design with Dutch history and French elegance influences
• Junior Suite
45 sqm, either canal view or garden view, Butler service included, Hermés luxury amenities in bathroom, complimentary WIFI, BOSE sound system, Sofitel King MyBed concept, Walk in rainshower, seperate bathub with TV, Nespresso machine in room, contemporary design with Dutch history and French elegance influences
• Prestige Suite
55 sqm, canal view, Butler service included, Hermés luxury amenities in bathroom, complimentary WIFI, BOSE sound system, Sofitel King MyBed concept, Walk in rainshower, seperate bathub with TV, Nespresso machine in room, contemporary design with Dutch history and French elegance influences, seperate living room
• Canal House Suite
65 sqm, canal view, Butler service included, Hermés luxury amenities in bathroom, complimentary WIFI, BOSE sound system, Sofitel King MyBed concept, Walk in rainshower, seperate bathub with TV, Nespresso machine in room, contemporary design with Dutch history and French elegance influences, seperate living room
• Opera Suite
75 sqm, either garden view or courtyard view, Butler service included, Hermés luxury amenities in bathroom, complimentary WIFI, BOSE sound system, Sofitel King MyBed concept, Walk in rainshower, seperate bathub with TV, Nespresso machine in room, contemporary design with Dutch history and French elegance influences, seperate living room
• Imperial Suite
100 sqm canal view, Butler service included, Hermés luxury amenities in bathroom, complimentary WIFI, BOSE sound system, Sofitel King MyBed concept, Walk in rainshower, seperate bathub with TV, Nespresso machine in room, contemporary design with Dutch history and French elegance influences, seperate living room
• Royal Suite
100 sqm, courtyard view, Butler service included, Hermés luxury amenities in bathroom, complimentary WIFI, BOSE sound system, Sofitel King MyBed concept, Walk in rainshower, seperate bathub with TV, Nespresso machine in room, contemporary design with Dutch history and French elegance influences, seperate living room
Restaurants & Bars
• Restaurant Bridges Dining
Chef de Cuisine Raoul Meuwese serves modern and trendy dishes in Bridges with an emphasis on seafood and fish, mostly Dutch organic produce with a French twist. In November 2013 Bridges was awarded with a Michelin star. For more information: www.bridgesrestaurant.nl
• Bridges BarBistro
Adjacent to Bridges Dining and overlooking the beautiful Private Inner Garden Terrace, the bistro has an authentic Parisian bistro charm. The internationally oriented menu has modern varieties of bistro classics, such as côte de bœuf and crème brûlée. The kitchen is open seven days a week and can accommodate 20 guests.
• Library ‘Or’
The Library ‘Or’ has a magnificent collection of books about the local culture, architecture and the French savoir-faire. This library is the ideal spot to learn about art and culture, or just to relax in a nice setting. Around the fi replace are various comfortable seats where guests can enjoy The Grand Afternoon Tea Tradition.
• The Flying Dutchman
The Flying Dutchman is a typical Dutch Brown Café for every guest to enjoy a drink. Adjacent to the Garden Terrace which offers a great place to have your beverages.
Wellness
• Sofitel SoSPA is the ideal place for business travelers looking to unwind, or leisure travellers searching for a place to relax and pamper themselves over the weekend. Guests can indulge in the bespoke manual massage techniques and specialized skincare products that are trademarks of Carita and Cinq Mondes, two highly prestigious brands from French cosmetology. SoSPA also houses an indoor heated swimming pool, a Turkish steam bath (hamam), a Jacuzzi, a sauna, private treatment rooms and a SoFIT fitness room.
Corporate & Celebration Events
• Inspiredmeeting & Legendary Events
The 19 fully equipped Banqueting and Conference rooms, some of which are listed as historic monuments, provide the ultimate venue for meetings or conferences in Amsterdam. All rooms have natural daylight and are equipped with the latest technical facilities, following Sofitel’s InspiredMeetings concept. Today, one of our most famous meeting rooms for banquets and conferences is the Council Chamber where H.R.H. Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands got married in 1966. The Marriage Chamber is another breathtaking listed room which is available for marriage ceremonies or private dinners. The captivating stained-glass windows with the garden view provide an elegant setting with a harmonious ode to marriage and love.
Extra Notable Features
• Garden Terrace
The perfect location to relax is our modern styled Garden Terrace. It is one of the best kept secrets of Amsterdam and an oasis of peace, away from the busy streets. On the lower deck lunch and dinner are served. The upper deck is a lounge area and perfectly suited for a relaxed gathering.
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2017/2018
• Prestigious Star Awards 2017/2018 – Best Venue in The Netherlands
• Prestigious Star Awards 2017/2018 – Most Prestigious Meeting Venue (Highly Commended)
• Prestigious Star Awards 2017/2018 – Best Venue in The Netherlands (Winner)
• Prestigious Venues 2017/2018 – Top 100 Hotel Worldwide (no. 12 ranking)
• Hotel of the Year Awards 2017/2018 – Best Luxury Hotel Netherlands
• Hotel of the Year Awards 2017/2018 – Best Luxury City Wedding Hotel Worldwide
• Hotel of the Year Awards 2017/2018 – Top 20 Worldwide Hotels
• International Hotel Awards 2017/2018 – Best Luxury Hotel Netherlands
• International Hotel Awards 2017/2018 – The International Five Star Standard
• FODOR’s Best Award 2018 – Most Storied Hotels in Amsterdam
• FODOR’s Best Award 2018 – The Best Hotels Near Historic Sights in Amsterdam
• Travel and Hospitality Awards 2018 – Historic Hotel of the Year
• Luxury Travel Guide Awards – Luxury Eco-Friendly Hotel of the Year North Holland
• World Travel Awards 2018 – Netherlands’ Leading Hotel 2018
• 2018 LUX Hotel & Spa Awards – Best Luxury Hotel 2018 Netherlands
• Luxury Lifestyle Awards – Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2018 – The Netherlands
• 2018 Haute Grandeur Awards – Best Luxury Hotel in NL – Excellence Award
• Prestigious Venues 2017 & 2018 – Ranked 12th in the world’s Top 100
• Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2017 – Best Eco-Friendly Hotel in Europe
• Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2017 – Best Culinary Experience in the Netherlands
• Haute Grandeur Global Spa Awards 2017 – Best Health & Wellness Spa in the Netherlands
• Haute Grandeur Global Spa Awards 2017 – Best Signature Spa Treatment in Europe
• International Hotel Awards 2017/2018 – Best Luxury Hotel Netherlands
• International Hotel Awards 2017/2018 – The International Five Star Standard
• World Luxury Hotel Awards 2017 – Luxury Eco / Green Hotel – Western Europe
• World Luxury Hotel Awards 2017 – Luxury City Hotel – Western Europe
• Travel and hospitality awards 2018 – Historic Hotel of the Year
• Wold Travel Awards 2017 – Netherlands’ Leading Business Hotel 2017
• Prix Villégiature 2017 – Best Service in a Hotel in Europe
• Luxury Travel Guide Awards 2018 – Luxury Eco-Friendly Hotel of the Year – The Netherlands
• HR & Training Awards 2017 – Best Business Meeting & Training Venue – Amsterdam
• Booking.com Guest Review Award 2016 – 9.2 rating
2016/2017
• Hotel of the Year Awards 2016/2017 – Top 100 Hotel Worldwide
• Hotel of the Year Awards 2016/2017 – Best Luxury City Wedding Hotel Worldwide
•Hotel of the Year Awards 2016/2017 – Best Luxury Hotel The Netherlands
2014
World Luxury Hotel Awards
• Most Luxury Suite Hotel in Europe
Prestigious Star Awards
• Most Prestigious Meeting Venue 2014
World Travel Award-Netherlands’
• Leading Hotel and Netherlands’
• Leading Hotel Residences
Smart Meetings Platinum Choice
• Winner 2014
World Luxury Hotel Awards
• Best Luxury Spa Hotel 2014
Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice
• 2014 Winner
Trivago Best congress hotel of The Netherlands
Restaurant Bridges
• Michelin star Lekker Restaurant Top-100 – Ranked nr. 27 in the top-100 best restaurants in the Netherlands
2012-2013
• Michelin star since 2012 – Restaurant Bridges Dining
• Prix Villégiature Awards 2013
• Best service in a hotel in Europe
• Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2013 Winner
• Top 25 Hotels in The Netherlands
• Top 20 Luxury Hotels in
• The Netherlands Top 25 Hotels for Service in The Netherlands
• Award for the cleanest hotel of The Netherlands 2013 / 2014
• The Prestigious Star Awards 2013
• The Most Prestigious
• Hotel World Travel Award – Netherlands
• Leading Hotel in 2010, 2011 en 2013
• World Luxury Hotel Awards
• Best Luxury Spa Hotel 2013
• Restaurant Bridges – Michelin star
Number of employees
200–250