Dutch refinement

Once inside the Herengracht canal houses of the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam guests are transported into a world of discreet luxury, where a haven from the excitement of the city can be found in the gracious interior spaces which are both simple and refined in detailing.

The interiors of the buildings reflect Dutch restrained elegance. The design approach was to create a classic contemporary interior with strong reference to location and maritime history. Carefully sourced finishes, design details, textures and products relate directly to the story of Amsterdam during the Age of Discovery.

The guestrooms have been laid out to maximise the space and drama by maintaining simple yet elegant walls with fine detailing to produce tonal relief, allowing natural light to permeate the spaces as much as possible and limiting furniture pieces to those key items which enhance rather than clutter the rooms.

Decoration is soft and elegant with accents of lapiz blue and stronger ochre colours, used historically by Vermeer and his contemporaries.