Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, steps from Leidseplein

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Library
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Leidsekade, 97, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1017 PN
  • Place, Amsterdam American Hotel
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Leidseplein
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Vondelpark
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Canal View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Double Room, Canal View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The American Suite

  • City view
  • 1238 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American is adjacent to Leidseplein and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Vondelpark. This 173-room, 4.5-star hotel has a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Amsterdam American Hotel - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Leidseplein - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Vondelpark - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Holland Casino - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The 9 Streets - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Leidseplein Stop - 2 min walk
  • Rokin Station - 14 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bulldog Palace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Américain - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café Heineken Hoek - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Waterhole - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, steps from Leidseplein
Renovated in 2019, Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American offers a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a terrace and a porter/bellhop.
26-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 3 miles (EUR 65 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 to 29.50 for adults and EUR 10 to 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Americain
  • Café Americain

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1902
  • Renovated entire property - December 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20 to 29.50 for adults, and EUR 10 to 12.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 65 per night (16404 ft away)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

As of Feb 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American on Feb 22, 2026 start from $119.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

This hotel is situated in Amsterdam City Centre, just steps from Leidseplein and Vondelpark, and within a short walk of Rijksmuseum. You'll also find Van Gogh Museum and Dam Square less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American feature a casino on the premises?

No, Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including around-the-clock room service and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring canal views.

Does Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Café Americain.

Does Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

The closest major airport to Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is 9.3 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy canal or city views.

Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 796 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1189 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

EMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely recommend staying here, lovely hotel and brilliant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shireef

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

miguel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

fredrik

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali Al

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Superb hotel. Only complaint is how dark the rooms are and terrible lighting at the sinks. Cool looking lights but terrible to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Leroy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ladan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and bar. Didn’t use the restaurant as there is so much choice outside of the hotel. Will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thamer

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

The room was not lit to our needs, we found the room lighting to be very poor
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dagoberto, Cypress

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good! 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orla

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the Clayton is First rate the people are wonderful. The room was wonderful. The food that they serve is excellent. The bar is terrific and the location could not be any better. I plan on staying there every time I return to Amsterdam!
Here we are celebrating in their beautiful cafe!
Here I am with Amsterdam radio television host, known as Mr. Vane at the Clayton Hotels Bar.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great staff, perfect location, very comfy bed, beautiful bar. Would stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All splendid. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony offered a view of side canal and park. Staff very helpful and our lunch waiter Carlos was so friendly and made lunch so enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025