The Dylan Amsterdam

The Dylan Amsterdam is a five-star boutique hotel located at Keizersgracht 384 in the heart of Amsterdam's "9-streets" (Negen Straatjes) district, housed in a historic building with a rich cultural past. The site was originally home to Amsterdam's first city theatre (Stadsschouwburg), opened in 1638, where Joost van den Vondel's play Gijsbrecht van Aemstel premiered. After a devastating fire in 1772, only the classical entrance gate survived; in 1773 the Roman Catholic poor office (Armenkantoor) was established there and remained in use into the 20th century. In 1997 the building was transformed into an exclusive hotel under the name Blakes Hotel Amsterdam, led by British designer and hotelier Anouska Hempel. It was later renamed The Dylan Amsterdam. The hotel has 41 rooms and suites, each individually styled, and is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Its culinary offerings include Restaurant Vinkeles, set in an 18th-century former bakery and awarded two Michelin stars under Executive Chef Jurgen van der Zalm; restaurant até, a six-seat Chef's Table serving a tasting menu inspired by Japanese, French and Mexican cuisine; and Bar Brasserie OCCO, known for refined cocktails and relaxed dining. For meetings and events, The Dylan offers several distinctive spaces, including the Regentenkamer with high ceilings, the smaller Barbou room, and the combined Atrium and Ariana spaces with glass roofs and open fireplaces, suitable for receptions and private dinners. In summer, the inner garden provides a setting for weddings and outdoor dining. The hotel positions itself on a unique combination of history, luxury and contemporary design, with a focus on personal hospitality and exclusive service, attracting both international travellers and local gourmands seeking a unique experience in the heart of the city.

The site of The Dylan Amsterdam has a special cultural and historical value. In 1638, Amsterdam's first city theatre (Stadsschouwburg) opened here, where Joost van den Vondel's play Gijsbrecht van Aemstel premiered, among others. After a devastating fire in 1772, only the classical entrance gate remained. In 1773, the Roman Catholic poor office (Armenkantoor) was established on this spot, and it remained in use into the 20th century. In 1997, the building was transformed into an exclusive hotel under the name Blakes Hotel Amsterdam, led by British designer and hotelier Anouska Hempel. Later, the hotel was renamed The Dylan Amsterdam. The hotel has 41 rooms and suites. It is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, a collection of more than 400 independent luxury hotels worldwide. Within The Dylan are several culinary venues, including Restaurant Vinkeles, awarded two Michelin stars. The restaurant is located in a former 18th-century bakery and offers refined French dishes under the leadership of Executive Chef Jurgen van der Zalm. The hotel also has restaurant até, a Chef's Table with six seats, where a tasting menu inspired by Japanese, French and Mexican cuisine is served. Bar Brasserie OCCO is a popular spot for refined cocktails and relaxed dinners in a stylish setting. The hotel has various spaces for meetings and events, suitable for both formal meetings and festive occasions. The most prominent space is the Regentenkamer, with high ceilings and an intimate atmosphere, ideal for private dining and business events. There is also the Barbou room – named after one of the regents who contributed to the realization of the Armenkantoor – a smaller private room perfect for dinners and closed meetings. For larger events, The Dylan offers the combination of the Atrium and Ariana, two connected spaces with a glass roof and open fireplaces. This setting is particularly suitable for receptions, private dinners and larger gatherings. Ariana can seat up to 80 guests for dining, while the Atrium is ideal as a reception or drinks area. In the summer months, the inner garden forms the perfect backdrop for weddings and outdoor dinners. The Dylan distinguishes itself through a unique combination of history, luxury and contemporary design. With a focus on personal hospitality and exclusive service, the hotel has positioned itself as one of the most refined stays in Amsterdam. It attracts both international travellers and local gourmands looking for a unique experience in the heart of the city.

• 1997

  The building is transformed into an exclusive hotel under the name Blakes Hotel Amsterdam, led by Anouska Hempel.

• 1773

  The Roman Catholic poor office (Armenkantoor) is established on the site and remains in use into the 20th century.

• 1772

  A devastating fire destroys the theatre; only the classical entrance gate remains.

• 1638

  Amsterdam's first city theatre (Stadsschouwburg) opens on the site; Joost van den Vondel's Gijsbrecht van Aemstel premieres there.

• The hotel is renamed The Dylan Amsterdam.

Luxury five-star boutique hotel combining historic charm with contemporary design and personalized service.

• Restaurant Vinkeles

  Two-Michelin-starred restaurant in an 18th-century former bakery, offering refined French cuisine under Executive Chef Jurgen van der Zalm.

• Restaurant até

  A six-seat Chef's Table serving a tasting menu inspired by Japanese, French and Mexican cuisine.

• Bar Brasserie OCCO

  A stylish bar and brasserie known for refined cocktails and relaxed dining.

• Rooms and Suites

  41 individually styled rooms and suites offering every imaginable comfort.

• Event Spaces

  Regentenkamer, Barbou, Atrium and Ariana for meetings, private dining, weddings and receptions.

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