A useful tram that runs north-south from the city center. Like other trams, there are TV screens…read moredisplaying the route. Unlike many other trams, the screens on the 4 actually work. My I amsterdam card/app would not scan on the 4 (or on other lines) though I was able to get on anyway.

We used Über almost exclusively on our visit to Amsterdam. The App worked just like it does in the…read moreUS and converted everything into Euros. We took Über about a dozen times and found it to be an easier way to get around, instead of the light rail trams which parallel the channels. We were here with another couple and we mostly had Mercedes-Benz Rs The drivers were all very friendly and knowledgeable about their city. Most spoke English and some French or German. But it really wasn't necessary, since Über had already plotted the route. Our wait times were usually ten minutes or so. Everything was door to door and first class.

I was not comfortable driving in Amsterdam and used Uber and taxis extensively. Would have been all…read moreUber except their wait times were quite long. Had some good conversations though.

This is an excellent metro station, very modern and clean. The M52 metro line stops here in both…read moreNorth and South directions, during peak hours it stops every several minutes to around 10-12 minutes during non-peak times. Escalators and elevators are available to reach the train platforms. It takes a few minutes to get to train platform level as the escalators go very deep underground. There is also an elevator from the outside ground level to the lower level station entrance on the Northeast corner of Nieuwe Vizjelstraat and Weteringshans. Once you reach the station entrance level you must scan your ticket (physical or digital), chipped credit card, or QR code from relevant transportation pass at the electronic turnstile entrances to enter. You must also scan the same method upon exit, so make sure you have enough funds or time on your card so you don't get stuck inside a station! Ticket machines are available at the station entrance level too. Happy travels!

The Amsterdam Metro is extremely clean and efficient. The trains are wider, it seems, than Paris…read more The cleanliness is reminiscent of the Washington, DC, Metro. The announcements are both loud and clear.

We were on our way back to the states and we wanted to be close to the airport for our flight on…read morethe following day. Though you can see the runways and control tower it is actually a 15 minute drive - still pretty close. On the outside it doesn't look like the typical US Courtyard but the rooms while European are similar to what you'd find in the US. The staff was friendly and helped us arrange the airport shuttle for the next day (it was easy to use and a good value). They also had e-bikes to rent so we did since we had all afternoon to kill. This hotel is adjacent to a very large park that is quite nice. Another big plus is that we were able to get into our room just a bit after noon. The room was comfortable, clean and quiet. We skipped the breakfast since it was 22 euros - ouch! Given the price of hotels in Amsterdam this one was not too bad. Overall a good stay.

It's really a 3.5 star property. A step above a Four Points. Breakfast looked okay. Quick check in…read more Upgraded room. The bathroom was a walk through design so sunlight comes into my room. I'd rather have a standard room so I can nap. No big deal. They have a small grocery store in lobby. Casino, Brazilian steak house and bowling alley on the property. Meh.

Rooms a little small but adequate. Central location for restaurants, transportation or shopping…read more Courteous and welcoming staff. Very complete breakfast included.

Located in close proximity to the De Pijp area, the Okura is wonderfully located in a quiet area…read moreclose to the tram and walking distance to many local restaurants. It is a luxury hotel, beautifully decorated with a modern Japanese theme. The standard rooms are well sized and comfortable with roomy well maintained bathrooms. The beds were clean and made sleeping a breeze. The temperature control worked flawlessly and kept the room pleasant. We had a room with a nice view of the canal making our Amsterdam visit feel very special.

A very basic, but very busy station in the West of Amsterdam. A tram, bus and Metro stop. Great for…read moretransfers and connections to anywhere in Amsterdam or the Netherlands. It is covered for the tram and bus, the metro is above ground and has an elevator, but keep in mind these do malfunction often.