If you’ve been in any major city in the past five or ten years, then you have certainly heard of Soho House. The Amsterdam outpost of this hip, international chain is just as cool & thoughtfully decorated as the rest. The rooms are (relatively) reasonably priced, & there’s a gym, movie theatre & rooftop pool to make your stay all that much more exciting.

These days, a simple manicure is not enough. If you spend a few minutes scrolling through your Instagram explore page, you’ll see tons of incredibly detailed, design manicures. Want one of your own? Book an appointment at Lakwerk, Amsterdam’s first nail art salon. Though any of the nail techs are terrific, there’s truly nothing like an appointment with founder & nail art wiz Jessica Scholten.

As you might have noticed, you definitely won’t struggle to find a lovely place to tuck in at night in the Grachtengordel. But despite the fact that there are so many great options, The Hoxton still stands out. This hip, clubby hotel is perched in an enviable spot on the Herengracht and is affordable compared to other hotels in the area. If you’re looking for something that’s both cosy and trendy, look no further.

T’ Japans Winkeltje is a haven of carefully curated items pieces with unparalleled Japanese craftsmanship. This wonderful little shop is made for design aficionados and the Japanese-enamoured.