http://travel.nytimes.com/2011/12/04/travel/hotel-de-leurope-in-amsterdam-hotel-review.html
Just saw this review of Amsterdam's famous Hotel de l'Europe, which has just undergone a $85 million rehab - the picture in the review struck me as though I have been by this Amsterdam landmark many times did not know who venerable, famous and extravagant this luxury hotel was and is.
And surprised to see it is owned by the Heineken family - wonder was is on tap in the hotel bars?
And the hotel also appeared in a Hitchcock movie - no doubt because of its unique position that has it kind of looking like a boat from afar!
Anyway anyone looking for a luxury hotel with history check it out. Others like me will just have to ogle the unique facade.
Amsterdam's Hotel de l'Europe Shines Again
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I haven't seen the Hitchcock film mentioned, but it seems very unlikely a film made in 1940 was filmed in Amsterdam. IMDb makes no mention of it, but I suppose it could have been used.
Why are you surprised Heineken own it - they own huge numbers of hotels and cafés throughout the Netherlands.
I'm unlikely to ever stay there, but it is good to know it has been done up and will remain a landmark for many years to come.
Stayed there some years ago and it was fine then - and in a great location but had heard it was a little tired.. If they have renovated will consider on next trip too.
http://www.leurope.nl/
great great photo of facade on the official web site!
Yes, Heineken is poured at Freddy's Bar, named after Freddy Heineken. in my opinion one of the best bars in Amsterdam. They also serve excellent food.