The Diamond Amsterdam

This new boutique hotel in the city centre nods to Amsterdam's jewelled history.

- HANNAH BRANDLER

What's it like?

You won't miss this building on the corner of the lively Leidseplein square, its gleaming glass façade a futuristic departure from the area's historical buildings. Paying tribute to the city's diamond heritage, the building designed by Roberto Meyer is inspired by the composition of carbon atoms in a crystal structure. The boutique hotel opened in November 2024 and is set above the bustling Heineken Hoek Grand Café - a venue with an inviting terrace where customers can lounge with pints of the namesake beer, while overlooking the tram lines and pedestrian pathways. All the main attractions and dreamy canals are within walking distance, while trams (or bikes) take you further afield.