Hotel Okura Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands · 5-star
Anna's Weekend Verdict
"The Okura is Amsterdam's most underrated luxury hotel — two Michelin-starred restaurants (Ciel Bleu and Yamazato), a 23rd-floor cocktail bar with panoramic city views, and Holland Casino Amsterdam is a 15-minute taxi ride. For a weekend combining world-class dining with a proper Dutch casino, this is the combination."
The Hotel
Hotel Okura Amsterdam is a 300-room luxury hotel in the De Pijp neighbourhood, one of Amsterdam's most vibrant areas. The hotel houses two Michelin-starred restaurants: Ciel Bleu (2 stars, French contemporary on the 23rd floor) and Yamazato (1 star, traditional Japanese). The Twenty Third Bar offers panoramic views of the Amsterdam skyline. Rooms are spacious and contemporary with floor-to-ceiling windows. The spa and pool offer a welcome retreat from the bustling city.
The Casino
Holland Casino Amsterdam is located on Schiphol Boulevard, about 15 minutes by taxi from the hotel. It's the largest Holland Casino venue — the Dutch state gaming monopoly operates 14 locations, and Amsterdam is the flagship. Games include European Roulette, Blackjack, Punto Banco, Poker, and over 600 slot machines. The casino has multiple bars, a restaurant, and regular entertainment. The atmosphere is busy and cosmopolitan — as you'd expect in Amsterdam.
Best Weekend Activities Nearby
Rijksmuseum
Rembrandt's Night Watch, Vermeer's Milkmaid, and 8,000 other masterworks in the Netherlands' national museum. Allow 3–4 hours.
Canal cruise
A 75-minute canal boat tour through Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal ring. Evening cruises with wine are particularly atmospheric.
Albert Cuyp Market & De Pijp
Amsterdam's largest street market is 5 minutes from the hotel. Stroopwafels, herring, flowers, and vintage finds. Go on a Saturday.
The Verdict
Best for: Foodies and culture lovers wanting Amsterdam's best dining combined with Holland Casino
Anna's weekend tip: Book Ciel Bleu for dinner on your first night — the 23rd-floor views over Amsterdam at night, followed by a taxi to Holland Casino, is a perfect evening.
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Practical Info
Ferdinand Bolstraat 333, 1072 LH Amsterdam, Netherlands
Holland Casino Amsterdam: 12:00–03:00 daily
Hotel valet parking €60/day
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) — 12 km, ~15 min by taxi
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