XO Hotels Blue Tower
First Impressions Walking up to XO Hotels Blue Tower, you immediately notice it's not trying too hard to be something it isn't.
First Impressions
Walking up to XO Hotels Blue Tower, you immediately notice it’s not trying too hard to be something it isn’t. This four-star property sits in the Bos en Lommer district — honestly, a neighborhood that most tourists completely overlook, which is actually part of its charm. The building has this clean, modern look that feels refreshingly straightforward after seeing so many overly ornate hotel facades in Amsterdam.
Location & Getting Around
Here’s what I really appreciate about staying here — you’re removed from the tourist chaos but still well-connected. The area feels genuinely Dutch, with local cafes and small shops that aren’t inflated for visitors. You know what’s great? The public transport connections are solid, so getting into the city center takes maybe 15-20 minutes by tram. I mean, you get the authentic Amsterdam experience without paying those crazy canal-district prices.
The Room Experience
The room I stayed in was… well, exactly what you’d expect from a solid four-star place. Clean lines, comfortable bed, and everything actually works properly (which, let’s be honest, isn’t always a given). The bathroom was spacious enough that you don’t feel like you’re showering in a closet. What struck me most was how quiet it gets at night — being away from the main tourist strips definitely has its advantages for sleep quality.
Dining & Amenities
The hotel’s restaurant serves decent food, though I’d honestly recommend exploring the neighborhood for dinner — there are some fantastic local spots within walking distance that the front desk staff pointed me toward. Breakfast was solid and straightforward, nothing fancy but it gets the job done. The parking situation is actually manageable here, which is saying something for Amsterdam.
Why Guests Love It
Look, XO Hotels Blue Tower isn’t going to blow you away with over-the-top amenities or Instagram-worthy interiors. What it does is provide a reliable, comfortable base in a part of Amsterdam that feels real. The staff genuinely seems to care about helping you navigate the city, and the 8.2 rating makes sense — it’s the kind of place that consistently delivers what it promises without any unpleasant surprises.
Rooms & Suites
Choose from 4 room types
| Room | Type | Beds | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Most Popular Standard Twin Room | Max persons: 2 | 2 single beds | From $86 /night | Select → |
| Standard Double Room | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed | From $86 /night | Select → |
| Standard Triple Room | Max persons: 3 | 3 single beds, 1 single bed, 1 large double bed | From $121 /night | Select → |
| Standard Quadruple Room | Max persons: 4 | 4 single beds | From $147 /night | Select → |
Standard Triple Room
Max persons: 3 3 single beds, 1 single bed, 1 large double bedSpa & Amenities
Bedroom
2- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
1- Refrigerator
Bathroom
6- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Services
8- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Tour desk
- Business centre
- 24-hour front desk
Activities
1- Bicycle rental Additional charge
Living Area
1- Desk
Food & Drink
1- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility
1- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities
1- Socket near the bed
Languages spoken
4- German
- English
- French
- Dutch
Safety & security
8- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology
4- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services
1- Invoice provided
Most popular facilities
10- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Lift
- Heating
- Luggage storage
- Air conditioning
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Good breakfast
Other for your stay
12- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Laptop safe
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
What Our Guests Say
Superb The room was clean, the view nice, the amenities were also good. It was close to supermarkets and the bus and tram lines. We also felt very safe in the hotel. I would recommend it!
Wonderful room, friendly staff. There was constant noise in the hallways throughout the night (on all 3 nights). People Wonderful room, friendly staff.
What could be improved: There was constant noise in the hallways throughout the night (on all 3 nights). People talking loudly, ringing doorbells and slamming doors up until 3am.
Very good The hotel was good value for money. Most rooms in the centre at this price are usually very small. But this one was a good size and the bathroom was quite spacious and beautiful. The staff was friendly and kind. It takes about 15-20 min on a bus to go to the centre. The bus and tram stops are 3 minutes away from the hotel.
Superb The hotel itself was very comfortable. We had a twin room and it had some working space as well as a couple of chairs on the side where you can sit and chill.
It's not close to the city center, but it's easily reachable with public transport within 25-30min, what for me wasn't a problem.
Recommended Cleanness, comfortable beds and space, friendly and helpful staff, safe, refrigerator in the room.
What could be improved: It would be a perfect place if the room had a microwave.
It was a good hotel the location was good too. But there was no water and no slippers provided Clean room and the good size
What could be improved: No water, no slippers
Superb Overall good hotel , clean tidy , quiet
What could be improved: Amsterdam has become expensive.
Superb What could be improved: The first guy we met was a bit short or unpleasant.
But beside him all were very nice and helpful
Superb The hotel room was a very reasonable size for a triple. lovely modern bathroom and clean. There was more than one supermarket in the area and a few restaurants.
George, the manager, and his wife were lovely and accommodating.
What could be improved: What want an earlier check in and later check out.
Good value, clean, comfortable Convenient for us, comfortable, close to cafes, quiet
What could be improved: It’s fine but not special
Location & Surroundings
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- De Otter2.4 km
- Park Adam1.9 km
- Candy Castle1 km
- De Gibraltar750 m
- Ruige Speelplek1.6 km
- Hondenuitlaatplek1.9 km
- Wachterliedplantsoen850 m
- Rondje Sloterplas 6 Km2.4 km
- Sloterdijkermeer Tuin Park1.5 km
- Speeltuin / Kinderboerderij Nieuw Bos en Lommer800 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Vomar150 m
- Restaurant Ekmekci50 m
- Restaurant Pitt-Stop Snacks150 m
Top attractions:
- Dam Square4.1 km
- Vondelpark3.6 km
- Leidseplein4.1 km
- Moco Museum4.3 km
- Rijksmuseum4.5 km
- Van Gogh Museum4.2 km
- Anne Frank House3.4 km
- Beurs van Berlage4.3 km
- Royal Palace Amsterdam4 km
- Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder4.5 km
Natural beauty:
- Forest Amsterdamse Bos6 km
Public transport:
- Metro Metro De Vlugtlaan700 m
- Train Amsterdam Lelylaan3 km
- Bus Amsterdam, Elandsgracht3.3 km
- Metro Metro Jan van Galenstraat1.4 km
- Train Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station1.6 km
- Bus Amsterdam, Justus Lipsiusstraat3.1 km
Closest airports:
- Schiphol Airport9 km
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport71 km
XO Hotels Blue Tower
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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