Xo Hotels Blue Tower Amsterdam, Amsterdam
About the Hotel
XO Hotels Blue Tower is a comfortable 4-star hotel located in an 11-story striking blue tower. It is situated adjacent to Bos en Lommerplein, surrounded by a vibrant multicultural neighborhood. The hotel offers modern amenities and convenient access to both local dining and public transport options. Offering stunning views, it serves as an ideal base for exploring Amsterdam.
Location
XO Hotels Blue Tower is conveniently located just 2.5 miles from Amsterdam's city center, easily accessible by tram within 20 minutes. The nearest tram and bus stop, Bos en Lommerplein, is a short 2-minute walk away. For those traveling from Schiphol Airport, a direct train to Amsterdam Sloterdijk followed by bus 15 will reach the hotel within about 40 minutes.
Rooms
All rooms are equipped with individual air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Guests can enjoy a Nespresso machine, complimentary Wi-Fi, and an ensuite bathroom with a shower or bathtub. Rooms vary in size and options include standard, triple, and quad configurations, accommodating both individuals and larger groups. Each room provides a comfortable sleep experience with cozy box spring beds.
Eat & Drink
An extensive breakfast buffet is offered, featuring fresh fruit juices and a variety of cold and warm dishes. Guests can pre-book their breakfast for €10 per person per day and it will be served at their table on a tray. For local culinary experiences, there are numerous eateries and pastry shops nearby. Options include Moroccan and Turkish delicacies, making it a great opportunity to explore Amsterdam's diverse food culture.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a 24-hour reception, ensuring convenience for guests at any time. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can also engage in leisure activities by renting bicycles. The hotel emphasizes comfort and accessibility for both leisure and business travelers.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
- Business center
- Fax/Photocopying
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel was in a convenient location, near a bus stop and about 15 minutes away from the center of Amsterdam. The rooms were decent, offering a double bed and a single bed that wasn't ideal for three people. The service, especially at the reception desk, was unprofessional, but the tours and ticket assistance were helpful. The dining experience was great with a variety of tasty and filling options. However, there were issues with the taxi charges and staff attitude. Overall, it was an average stay with some positives and negatives.
The hotel offers a brilliant view of the blue tower but shows some signs of wear and tear, making it fall short of a 4-star experience. The staff is approachable and friendly, although a rude tone during check-out affected the service quality.
The hotel offers spacious rooms with a great view, exactly like the photos. Housekeeping was regular and prompt, but unfortunately, the rooms smelled like smoke. The service was friendly and helpful; however, there were instances of embarrassing behavior. The location is perfect for the value of money, with easy access to the city center. The dining experience was a mix of positives and negatives, and the facilities were decent.
The hotel rooms were clean and large with decent size bathrooms; however, they require a serious upgrade. The service was friendly but lacked information on certain options. The location, though a bit far from central Amsterdam, was convenient with easy access to public transport. The dining experience was mixed, with some saying it was good value, while others found it disappointing. Overall, a place that has potential but needs some improvements.
The hotel has spacious and comfortable rooms with a coffee machine, well-lit spaces, and cozy beds. The bathroom includes heated floors, of a decent size. However, the dining options were subpar with uninspiring bread and stale croissants. The location is convenient, near tram and bus stations, making it easy to reach tourist spots and restaurants.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of pros and cons. The rooms were fine, and the breakfast was good. The hotel's proximity to Central station and the metro station is convenient. However, I encountered cleanliness issues like damaged furniture, a cracked bath, unknown pills on the floor, a strange damp musky smell, and blood on the wall that needed to be cleaned by the maid.
I absolutely loved this hotel! The rooms were well-equipped and had the most brilliant view, with comfy beds. The only downside was the unstable Wi-Fi, but that didn't bother me much.
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and had four comfortable beds, plus a nice touch with the included coffee machines. However, the constant drilling sound on the floor was a bit annoying. The service was top-notch, with kind and helpful staff always available to assist, especially when returning late to the hotel. The location was safe and easily accessible by public transport, though a bit far from the city center. The dining experience was just okay but overpriced for the simplicity of the meal. Despite some minor drawbacks, the hotel offers decent value for money.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were initially clean and very comfortable, equipped with all the amenities you could need, but they really need an update as they smelt of stale smoke, which was quite horrible. The service was friendly, with helpful staff ensuring the bedding was clean every day, but there were some concerns about people smoking weed outside. The location was a bit off-center, a tram ride away from the city center, and the surroundings seemed a bit sketchy. The dining experience was a miss with limited breakfast options. Overall, it had its ups and downs.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. On the positive side, the location was great, with easy access to transportation and nearby shops. However, the room had a terrible smell that made my experience quite unpleasant.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed bag. The rooms were clean and nice, but there were some issues like damaged furniture, a cracked bath, unknown pills on the floor, a strange damp musky smell, and even blood on the wall that a maid had to clean up. On the plus side, the room had a coffee machine, good lighting, and comfortable beds. However, the breakfast area was very crowded during my visit.
My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. The rooms weren't initially clean as I found the cleaning lady had entered without knocking, but eventually, we were moved to cleaner rooms after a couple of nights. The location was good, close to the train station, but the surrounding area felt somewhat sketchy at times. The service, especially from Loredana, was incredibly friendly and helpful. The dining options were adequate but didn't offer much variety.
I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and airy, and it was convenient having markets, groceries, and stores nearby. However, the service was a mixed bag with some staff being very helpful and supportive, but others were rude and unprofessional. The location was fabulous with easy access to trams and buses, although there were some issues with the housekeeping service. The dining experience was just okay, but the facilities were good overall.
Upon arrival, the room offered wasn't as spacious as expected, but it was very clean and exactly like the photos. Housekeeping was regular and prompt, though not of the highest standard for the price. The service was friendly and went above and beyond to be helpful. The location was good, easy to find, and close to public transport, making it easy to access the city center. The dining experience was ok but could have been better. The overall experience offered a mix of positive and negative aspects worth considering.
The hotel had a very bad smell during the night, but the room was clean, comfy, and looked really nice. It wasn't as clean as we expected it to be. The service was friendly and really helpful, close to public transportation, and at a good price. The location was further from the city center than expected but can be easily reached by bus. The dining experience was good, though the same every day, and one of the best buffet breakfasts we have had. The facilities were great but not matching the caliber of the hotel.