When booking an important business trip to Amsterdam
for yourself or your colleagues, nothing comes close in terms of convenience,
privacy and cost effectiveness to a serviced apartment. Amsterdam is a thriving
city filled with business opportunities, and as such finding the best corporate
apartment for your working needs is vital. SilverDoor Apartments is your first
point of call for locating serviced apartments in Amsterdam suited to you.
Not only is SilverDoor Apartments a leading corporate
serviced apartment agent, it is also a thoroughly recommended brand boasting hundreds
of 5 star reviews. With excellent knowledge of the locales where our corporate
serviced apartments are based worldwide, we can advise you on every element of
your stay. Want to know the best places or restaurants to visit in Amsterdam?
Contact us, or simply visit our extensive blog collection of city guides and
articles.
SilverDoor Amsterdam serviced apartments offer an
endless number of benefits. Not only do we have a collection of aparthotels
spanning Amsterdam’s districts – making our serviced apartments much more
convenient than hotels – we also go the extra mile to ensure your requirements
are taken care of by providing:
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A service catered
to you. We assign our clients with a specialist who will follow a booking from
enquiry to completion and beyond. We believe in making strong relationships and
our team is always eager to assist you however possible so you are confident
that your accommodation is taken care of.
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An inside
knowledge. As well as maintaining robust relationships with our clients, we have
excellent relationships with all of our partners. Subsequently, we know our
properties inside and out. We can advise you on the exact specifications on
offer at all of our serviced apartments and can guide you to your perfect
booking.
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An unequalled
portfolio. At SilverDoor Apartments we are always expanding our selection of
high end corporate serviced apartments in Amsterdam and throughout the world,
meaning you have a greater range of quality accommodation to consider – no
matter where your business trip takes you.
When you are ready to book your serviced apartment, Amsterdam
with SilverDoor Apartments, call a member of our friendly team to receive
immediate assistance and advice. Alternatively, you can of course browse our
extensive collection of aparthotels directly through our website.
It is often our instinct to consider hotels for travel
accommodation – especially when arranging a business trip – but the positives
of serviced apartments outweigh those of hotels to such a degree that the
preferred choice is clear. Corporate apartments are stylish, well-appointed
residences which can be used for both short-term and long-term stay (depending
on your requirements). With serviced apartments in Amsterdam you receive the
optional services of a hotel with the benefits a private space has to offer:
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Cost
effectiveness. Like-for-like, serviced apartments are often much better value
than hotels. Additionally, a corporate serviced apartment decreases in cost the
longer you stay – beyond a certain threshold – and so for long business stays
are ideal.
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Private and
personal. With a SilverDoor serviced apartment space is provided as standard. Unlike
a cramped hotel room, with your chosen apartment you have plentiful room to
relax, work and entertain at your own pace. You can opt to eat a self-prepared
meal and set maid service preferences so you can have undisturbed time when you
need it.
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Luxury and ease. All
of our Amsterdam serviced apartments come outfitted with stylish décor, modern
appliances and luxurious extras. Many apartments benefit from on-site
gymnasiums, swimming pools and many more fantastic services: all available to
you should you wish to take advantage of them.
Between appointments and meetings, you will likely
have time to fill in this cosmopolitan and contemporary city when not enjoying
your serviced apartment, Amsterdam. Below we have listed some key information
which will help inform you of how best to use your time in Amsterdam.
Transport in Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is an impressive gateway to
the Netherlands, and hints at the city’s modern and technologically
sophisticated culture. Once in the city, there are plenty of transportation
options available, including metros, trams and trains. To take advantage of all
the public transport system, Amsterdam offers the I amsterdam
City Card which makes movement
throughout the city straightforward and convenient.
For a more relaxed way to travel, consider the various
water taxis which ferry visitors throughout Amsterdam’s canal system every day.
Alternatively, the city has a variety of trusted road taxis you can employ for
quick journeys between appointments.
Going out in Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s international reputation extends to its
wide range of multinational cuisines at top rate restaurants throughout the
city. From trendy ‘snack’ venues and pancake houses to Michelin standard dining
experiences, Amsterdam is far from short of eateries. Similarly, the city
boasts an impressive array of bars and cafes, including ‘brown cafes’ – a
traditional class of bar cemented in local Dutch culture.
Weather in Amsterdam
With a mild climate typical to Northern Europe,
Amsterdam has relatively predictable weather. As such, Amsterdam summers are
generally warm to hot whereas the winters tend to be contrastingly cold, with
wind, rain and snow featuring regularly. Rain is a staple of the Netherlands
(as with much of Europe), so always be prepared for a sudden downfall.
Amsterdam is regarded as a city reflecting modern
values and a contemporary approach to inclusivity. As such the city is
especially welcoming and friendly, and an atmosphere of safety and ease can be
felt throughout its many streets. In fact, the city is home to 168 different
nationalities. Amidst this modernity, not far from any of our serviced
apartments in Amsterdam you can find interesting historical landmarks from eras
of development.
History of Amsterdam
Beginning as a humble fishing village in the 12th
century, Amsterdam has developed into one of the most popular tourist destinations
in Europe. Particularly impressive is the city’s development, having been built
upon piles – huge stakes driven into the earth. Over 6,000 of these stilts hold
up Central Station. As you might expect for a city built on water, Amsterdam
has more than ten kilometres of canals running through it, which are still
lined with the historic houses once owned by rich 17th century
merchants.
Going green
The city of Amsterdam has long been synonymous with
bicycles – just one way in which its inhabitants demonstrate a care for the
environment. It is estimated there are 847,000 bicycles being used in the city,
with many people finding the ‘bike friendly’ road and pavement network an
efficient alternative to motor vehicle transportation.
Famous characters of Amsterdam
The Netherlands is famous for particular individuals
who have left an impact on global culture. Notably, Amsterdam is home to the
Van Gogh Museum, and the city houses 207 paintings by the Dutch painter. These
art works attract a large number of visitors who travel especially to see the
Van Gogh collection. Drawing just as large an audience is the Anne Frank House
which resides in the centre of the city. Complete with a museum and offering
the opportunity to explore the annex where Anne wrote her diary, the house is a
European site of historical significance.
Business in Amsterdam
Considered a key city in the European market,
Amsterdam continues to thrive economically. A stable tourism trade and
attractive work-life balance means more businesses are drawn to the city, both
to establish offices and to make contacts with industry leaders. Amsterdam is
also home to many business conferences and events which attract business
interest from industries across the globe.
Read our Amsterdam
city guide for a rundown of the top
things to do and see in the city.