I find more and more small hotels offering a free breakfast to people who promise to write kindly about them on TripAdvisor. Getreidegasse Picturesque old shopping lane with characteristic wrought-iron signs. If you aren't averse to dorm-like lodging, I highly recommend it. Until 1871, it was the capital of an independent Bavaria. So much quieter and relaxing than Amsterdam -- but that is just us. Close to the canals, close to Vondelpark, and more importantly, on the bus route from Schipol right in front of the door. Was much happier in the quieter room. Posted by Amy. If not, can someone direct me to where I could find it? Salzburg Town Walk Old Town's best sights in handy orientation walk (outlined in my guidebooks, and available as a free audio tour). Request superior room with Pantheon view! Our favorite restaurant was Manh Manh, 5 mins. Very close to Monistiraki Square, Central Markets and just about everything one goes to Athens for. It is right next door to a coffeeshop, but it's a quiet one that doesn't draw the loud frat boy types like the ones in the Red Light District. Would like to stay 2-3 nights. Hotel d'Amsterdam - good if on a budget. Or , if you have a taste for yummy Chinese cuisine, try Golden Chopsticks, about 5 minute walk from Rene's. Where are the best areas to stay that are close to the sights? I will be flying into Schiphol but leaving from Passenger Terminal. Large breakfast including eggs and fantastic yogurt. Salzburg Museum Best place for city history. Reviews can be skewed in other ways, too. This is not a luxe property.. .their website describes the tropical rooms as quirky, tropical SE Asian. I liked the rooftop Peacock Restaurant so much that I went twice, as the meal was delicious and the view of the Acropolis at night was magical. A very nice hotel, very convenient. rented a house in Zandaam through VRBO, which is a short train ride from Centraal Station. I have stayed at Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel. I am with Nigel ----- we got hooked on staying in Haarlem 15 years or so. it's a very crowded and expensive city, beware of bikes bikes bikes. I normally use the stairs to save time and do a little exercise. It did have stairs, then more stairs-just a warning. I understand that the Philipos is a sister property. or so?) We loved Hotel Lancelot, near Colosseum and San Clemente. Also many other NCL cruisers will be staying at the same hotel. If you're looking for a great central location in a neat setting, try the Alstadthotel Weisse Taube. Museum, metro etc. Although, if booked on an early morning tour of the Vatican, a taxi might be advisable (but it's only about e10.). maybe do a tour with amsterdamredlightdostricttour.com, amsterbike.eu for a tuk tuk tour, a canal cruise, look at getyourguide.com, hungrybirds.nl or eatingeurope.com, martine's-table.com Goggle maps are my current life saver. Frauenkirche Huge, distinctive twin-domed church looming over the city center. So maybe 30, 45 minutes from time you leave your hotel in Haarlem till you are in line for the ship. 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | CST# 2086743 | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy, Used to be Steilacoom, now its Las Vegas. Since 1973, Rick Steves has spent about four months a year exploring Europe. Jump to bottom Posted by megs193 on 06/29/21 07:47 AM We will be staying for 3 nights in Rome in Early May. Look for special offers. Has an elevator. There are several 'holiday apartment' web sites out there and I've found that most apartments are listed on most of them. Some guests have noted that the area is the CBD and they described as sterile but it is close to a station that takes you everywhere you might want to go. The shower is small and with no shower curtain, I managed not to flood the bathroom whenever I had a shower- but it does the job, there was always hot water and fresh towels. to the Altstadt area of Salzburg? I like to stay in Grachtengordel area, Jordaan, 9 streets. ", The Rick Steves Tour Experience Breakfast was nice. Breakfast was not very exciting, so took advantage of a row of nice restaurants 5 mins away by the Acropolis metro. 10 minute walk to Acropolis loop and hop on hop off buses or Syntagma square. Very walkable city and safe (except for drivers--careful crossing streets). This topic has been automatically closed due to a period of inactivity. You may check online booking platforms to get better deals. Sites such as Mobissimo and HotelsCombined compile prices from travel agencies, consolidators, and hotel websites. We thought it was a great location - we walked everywhere. A trusted guidebook remains the best place to start your search for a great hotel. You can get to anywhere easily from there on trams. Norwegian gave me a quote that was was too high when I sailed from Copenhagen. Absolutely stunning. While its popularity has led to a glut of businesses hoping to catch the tourist dollar, Salzburg is nevertheless both a must and a joy. The Herodion has a very nice rooftop area where you can relax and have a few drinks with a view of the Acropolis. The price was right, the breakfast delivered to the room was the absolute best wed had anywhere in our travels, and they were extraordinarily responsive when we made arrangements via email. But I also got sticker shock. Close enough to the Plaka without dealing with the noise. Hotel Recommendations Jump to bottom Posted by bostonphil7 (Austin, TX) on 09/03/21 08:54 AM I have a trip planned for next August. I love museums and I the famous one that begins with R is at the top of my must do list. 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | CST# 2086743 | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy, Florences Rustic Gem: Trattoria la Burrasca, Comrades No More: Thoughts on Russias Invasion of Ukraine, The Tour du Mont Blanc: Some Tips I Learned Along the Way, The Best Hike of my Life: The Tour du Mont Blanc. Use the search box -- Rome Hotels -- and you will get dozens of recommendations. I usually use booking.com and beginning yesterday, I got lots of results when I put in my dates. Ive also seen fine-value small hotels that score low on TripAdvisor, presumably because they havent been reviewed as often. Renes Croissants. Have fun! To be continued. Hotel recommendat. Read what our tour members are saying about our hotels "I've come to appreciate the quirky, family-owned hotels that are a hallmark of Rick Steves tours. If I booked it myself, it would be more like $1,500. I recommend starting with a guidebook that has a travel philosophy that matches your own. We routine stay at 3 stars in the Terminal area -- Hotel Sonya and Aberdeen -- and think they are greats. https://www.rhohotel.com/ Weisse Taube. Others will downplay the Termini area but we like it for convenience to transit. It was very clean, the staff was super friendly, and the breakfast was simple but sufficient. https://www.hotelwiechmann.nl/en/, hey sporter50 We are taking a river cruise in April 2019, ending in Amsterdam. No idea what your travel dates would be. Residenz Elegant family palace of the Wittelsbachs, awash in Bavarian opulence. Steingasse Historic cobbled lane with trendy pubs in a nearly tourist-free part of old Salzburg. Terms of Service | Privacy, Upcoming Holidays and Festivals in Germany, Munich and the Foothills of the Alps (episode), Video of the Month: Munichs Grand Rococo Palace (clip), Munich: A Metropolis with Small-Town Charm, Munich Madness: Oktoberfest and Beer Halls. We stayed at The Lancelot a family run hotel a few blocks from the Coliseum and Forum. We stayed here some years ago when it was a Best Western, now it's part of another chain and has been renovated. TIA! That does not stop me from traveling even if I do get lost. The rooms are not huge but super comfortable, updated and the roof terrace is fabulous. 2 adults and 2 kids. People that booked hotels close to Central Station and Dam Square still had to taxi to hotels. Built on the slopes of Acropolis Hill, Plaka remains under the shadow of this trademark of Athens. Try using the search function on www.tripadvisor.com to find hotel reviews. I think most posters on this board are looking for comfortable, clean, centrally located but not necessarily luxe. We took so much of your advice on that trip finding the gems of tapestries at the Cluny Museum, gorging ourselves at (now closed) Casa de Sergio, getting to the Orsay early and heading . Egyptian Museum Easy-to-enjoy collection of ancient Egyptian treasures. We are able to walk most everywhere in Rome- major sights- from there. Deutsches Museum Germany's version of our Smithsonian Institution, with 10 miles of science and technology exhibits. Has elevator and rooms have mini fridges. For others reading I'll just pop in that Haarlem is reachable easily from Schiphol airport. (Meanwhile, the concentration camp in nearby Dachau reminds us that eight decades ago, it provided a springboard for Nazism.) Others have been very happy with the area and rated the area and transit high. Excellent staff. In his guidebook, he outlines a number of different places to stay in Amsterdam, depending on what kind of traveler you are. We have stayed at both Hotel Regno and Hotel Due Torri for 1 night each- liked both very much. I found the rental experience to be very easy and rewarding. It's a college dorm, similar to a hostel, that's very clean, quiet and cheap. Asam Church Private church of the Asam brothers, dripping with Baroque. On our second visit we stayed here in Haarlem, right across the square from the station and a short walk to the market square. Phaedra, how far from Athens airport? I understand that the decision against Haarlem has been made and that's fine. Star ratings are different for Italian hotels. I do not know Amsterdam at all live and in person. NCL is very interesting in that they build ships with studio cabins for the solo passenger so that you do not have to pay the single supplement. Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Notorious Nazi camp on the outskirts of Munich, now a powerful museum and memorial. Haarlem is a quiet town, with a very nice central area, restaurants, and chill nightlife. Lenbachhaus A pleasant look at three stages of German art: 19th century, Blue Rider, and post-WWI most important for its Blue Rider collection. To find a good hotel, a little research goes a long way. I take Norwegian's ship excursions. I just did a fast look at Booking.com. It might only be a week before my trip. Its a weird thing, right there, but yet invisible. My favorite is Institute San Sebastian. ", "It was the perfect home-away-from-home for the traveler. 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | CST# 2086743 | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy. Spend your Munich evenings in a frothy beer hall or outdoor Biergarten, prying big pretzels from buxom, no-nonsense beer maids amidst an oompah, bunny-hopping, and belching Bavarian atmosphere. My room was small, but well appointed, and the French door/windows opened to a Juliet balcony making it seem expansive, and allowed this New Englander a fresh, cool breeze in March. The #16 tram goes right by the hotel (quietly) and the stop is about 2 blocks from the hotel. Still, I love to travel and I prefer traveling alone. I think I can get the tram at or around Zuid Station and go to the Museum District easily enough as well as other sites and night life. Hotel Recommendations in Athens Jump to bottom Posted by kathebreheny on 12/14/17 03:11 PM We will be traveling to Athens in October and are looking for hotel recommendations. Pinakothek der Moderne Munich's modern art museum with works by Picasso, Dal, Mir, Magritte, and Ernst. Also a block away is the tram to Central Station. Cindy, I agree that staying near Piazza Navonna, the Pantheon or Campo di Fiori is great. AC, elevator, robe/slippers, etc. I was trained on an iPhone but when my 5c died a few years ago, I could no longer afford an Apple. Great rooms with a good restaurant downstairs.. We liked the hotel and Haarlem, and it was an easy train ride to Centraal, but any Amsterdam sightseeing had to begin and end each day in that crowded Centraal area. We like the Pantheon area. Often quaint (sometimes creaky), and full of personality, they are run by Europeans who are also our friends. They have a nice rooftop terrace as well. A charming host can garner good reviews from appreciative guests who overlook other, substantial flaws. Excellent hotel in a great area. The area is being developed so maybe by next year, there will be more non hotel restaurants close by. ", "The Pensione Guerrato is a wonderful, old world hotel. The Rick Steves' guidebook for Rome has excellent recommendations for hotels all over Rome. 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | CST# 2086743 | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy. My sightseeing is probably going to be limited to all day Saturday the 16th and as an old person, I do not have the energy that a younger person has. They have a shuttle to the airport where we catch the train downtown--15 minute ride. the second time we used houseboathotel.nl. Hofbruhaus World-famous beer hall, worth a visit even if you're not chugging. I am seeing more opportunities. I am assuming by your comment 4 or 5 star hotels you are looking for luxury? A major expense of any European vacation is the cost of accommodations. If budget allows this hotel's location cannot be beat: I normally use the stairs to save time and do a little exercise. Very sadly, I do not have that many trips left in me. I may find that I am not arriving in Amsterdam until evening or even night on the 15th. Even without the discount, I remember it being very affordable. Glide in a gondola through quiet canals while music echoes across the water. On my iPhone you have to Click on the 5 Lines at the top Left. A deciding factor for us and the rooms we selected was that one of our group recently had extensive leg surgery and while most rooms included long flights of stairs, these did not. I can highly recommend Hotel Vondel either way. Munich Munich ("Mnchen" in German), often called Germany's most livable city, is also one of its most historic, artistic, and entertaining. We stayed at the Wiechmann Hotel in Amsterdam this past July. My recommendation is to sleep in the Trastervere neighborhood. This topic has been automatically closed due to a period of inactivity. The Zuid railway station takes you to many places in the Netherlands, including direct trains to Schiphol. I too would suggest the Museum District for most people rather than the Central Station area of Amsterdam. September 4, 2022 by Pao Rick Steves is a travel writer who has guidebooks on a number of different travel destinations. The front door faces Piazza Della Minerva. Thanks!! In my town, the top-ranked places are pretty evenly split between tourist traps and legitimately great eateries. Youll get more complete information, and you may save money by booking direct. It's just around the corner from the Getreidegasse (main street in the Old Town) and a short walk to the Salzburg Cathedral. I just returned from Athens on Tuesday. I second Albergo Del Senato right next to the Pantheon. But I wouldn't hesitate to stay there if I found a good offer. Its imperial palaces, jewels, and grand boulevards constantly remind visitors that Munich has long been a political and cultural powerhouse. This topic has been automatically closed due to a period of inactivity. It was not noisy in the room. Also consider the air plus hotel packages offered by some airlines and airfare aggregators. We stayed at Hotel Regno on the Via Del Corso. We are staying 3 nights in Rome in June. If I go back to Salzburg, I would stay there again if it was still as inexpensive. When we went in 2007, you were able to get a discount with your Rick Steve's book. Restaurants, cafes and shops are all nearby. I tire more easily than when I was younger. I love the Grand Hotel but for now, it is out of budget. It's just an alternative to a tiny room in the city 4 stories up in someone's attic. I dont see a way to search the forum. I would recommend the Hotel Navona. The Termini area is seedy IMHO and suitable if youve got an early train to catch. The owners cashed in. Lot of good restaurants nearby and less than 15 minutes walking to get to Museumplein (Rijks/VanGogh), Vondelpark or Foodhallen. It was in walking distance to all you need. Lots of restaurants close by as well as museums. Located on the Prinsengracht canal, it is centrally located within walking distance to everything you mentioned. Super friendly staff. Only two nights and I will not know when I am flying in or how until month or so before my cruise, if that. Alte Pinakothek Bavaria's best painting gallery, with a wonderful collection of European masters from the 14th through the 19th century. I enjoyed my stay very much. The last few trips in Amsterdam, I have stayed at The RHO Hotel, adjacent to DAM Square. We stayed at the Herodion a few weeks ago. Since 1973, Rick Steves has spent about four months a year exploring Europe. That is a constant question. Can anyone recommend a good hotel in the Altstadt area, or within a quick walk (10 min. If you are lucky enough to stay there, I guarantee an unforgettable experience. We stayed in a wonderful 2 bed/2 bath apartment less than a block north of Pizza Navona. we like staying in the ring and not far out. We liked our stay at the Hotel Philippos. And once I get on my ship, it get much easier. We will be doing pretty intense sightseeing since we only have 3 days and since our next stop will be Cinque Terre where we can relax. We spent 3 days in Amsterdam before our cruise, flew to Budapest to start the cruise and then ended in Amsterdam. We will be traveling to Athens in October and are looking for hotel recommendations. It was definitely cheaper than two moderately-priced hotel rooms and much more comfortable. Nice hotel, very clean, bedrooms not huge and rather stark modern furnishings, nice bathrooms, good restaurant, splendid breakfast. Free Catalog + Tour Experience DVD Some tips for getting the best deal online: Midweek prices are generally higher than weekend rates, and Sunday nights can be surprisingly cheap. We recently stayed at Hotel Hera on our RS Tour. Not as convenient as staying in a hotel across from the train station but more pleasant. As many times as I have visited Amsterdam I have never stayed there - too noisy, too expensive, impossible with a car. Situated in a 14th century building, you can't beat the service, breakfast spread and 100+/- euro price (double with a shower). 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | CST# 2086743 | Also what would be best transportation to go and from Hotel? Terrific breakfasts and option of having an excellent, relaxing dinner there (let them know in the morning) if you don't want to drag yourself out at night after sightseeing all day. I see them as a perfect complement to a thoughtfully updated guidebook. My dates are in the more expensive time of year, maybe the most expensive. However, I did use priceline a few years ago in Amsterdam because at that time you could fairly reliably predict that if you put in "4 star hotel, Museum district" you would get Hotel Vondel or the Marriott (1 block apart). Some hotels (especially chain or business hotels) offer discounts only if you book on their website. Our room had a balcony with view of St. Peter's. His mission: to empower Americans to have European trips that are fun, affordable, and culturally broadening. Canal facing rooms are pretty small, but if you can skip the view from your room, the rooms facing the back or on the interior are pretty large. We stayed on the top floor and felt like we were in Mary Poppins' Parisian Getaway. St. Peter's Cemetery Atmospheric old cemetery with mini-gardens overlooked by cliff face with monks' caves. Jump to bottom. So personable and helpful. I, too, stayed at the Hera Hotel. We always stay at the Attalos Hotel on Athinas St., one of the best budget friendly accommodations in Athens. If budget is tight for your needs, I would be more likely to book something on airb2b or homeaway than a hotel in a less desirable location. Thanks to its charmingly preserved old town, splendid gardens, Baroque churches, and one of Europe's largest intact medieval fortresses, Salzburg feels made for tourism. So where have you stayed when in Amsterdam and what are your experiences. Many like Termini area and with only 3 nights- assume you are at least leaving by train, that might be most convenient for you. Mnchsberg Walk "The hills are alive" stroll you can enjoy right in downtown Salzburg. About a 10 minute walk from Centraal Train Station. Ive set up a little office here where I can work on the next edition of my Rick Steves Florence & Tuscany guidebook while enjoying a picnic dinner with the best sandwich in town. And an easy walk to public transportation just down the street. Andechs Monastery Baroque church, hearty food, and Bavaria's best brew, in the nearby countryside. I believe that NCL will pick me up at the airport and take me to the hotel. Schleissheim Palace Another Wittelsbach palace, highlighted by Baroque architecture, fine garden, and fewer tourists than the other palaces. It's near Leidseplein, Vondelpark, and the nearby museums. Museum of Transportation Deutsches Museum's cross-town annex devoted to travel. If a guidebooks write-up of a particular hotel appeals to you, visit the hotel website to glean additional information, check prices, and view photos of the rooms. we also went to albert cuyp street market, pedestrian only blocks and blocks of everything, sitting at rembrandt plaza to people watch. However, for those who stayed there, what was your experience. It's conveniently located a few blocks from the river near the old center. Stayed here and loved it and they have family style large rooms available that most hotels may not have. We stayed at the Herodion twice a couple of years ago, once in the front facing the street and once in the back facing the school and Acropolis. Professional guidebook writers take their jobs seriously, offering detailed hotel reviews and their best advice on the sleeping scene. We're starting our trip in Nice ending in Paris. As experienced travelers, we don't necessarily have to be in the city center. Watch Rick's lively, on-location video about our tours. I miss my iPhone. St. Peter's Church Romanesque church with Rococo decor. I'm looking for a hotel in Salzburg for a few days. We stay on the square, great ice cream shop under the cathedral, fry shop around the corner. Rick produces a best-selling guidebook series, a public television series, and a public radio show, and organizes small-group tours that take over 30,000 travelers to Europe annually. I also go through booking.com and I am at Genius 1 level so on some hotels, I get a small discount. The boarding area are close to the train station and walkable from the station. 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | CST# 2086743 | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy. Review sites can become an echo chamber, where one or two well-located, flashy businesses camp out atop the ratings. For longer stays we have enjoyed Albergo Cesari- just around corner from Regno on a small quiet Piazza di Pietra/Adrians Temple. And someone reviewing a hotel cant judge it on a curve because, in most cases, theyve only experienced that one hotel in that town. We were there in April and enjoyed our stay. Marienplatz Munich's main square, at the heart of a lively pedestrian zone, watched over by New Town Hall (and its glockenspiel show). I can not go, go and go. I usually use booking.com and beginning yesterday, I got lots of results when I put in my dates. Sorry if I make you feel old but truth be known, we are old. Neoclassical houses, bougainvilleas hanging from the windows, pebbled narrow streets, small local shops, taverns and bars create an amazing scenery to walk around, explore a large part of Athens historical centre and feel the aura of old Athens in a neighbourhood that has kept its traditional character and can make you feel like being on an island. You don't mention where you are cruising. been to amsterdam twice. https://www.hotelnavona.com/hotel-navona-rome-city-centre.htm. User-generated travel review websites such as TripAdvisor, Booking.com, and Yelp have quickly become huge players in the travel industry. We loved Albergo del Senato. Small, family run hotel just a few minutes walking to Leidseplein and many trams. But I also got sticker shock. Oh, and in the Dutch mountains in the far south near Maastricht. Our stay there was one of the highlights of our Italian trip. Travelers use it, like it, and rave about it, creating a self-perpetuating cycle of positive reviews. I stayed at Herodian for my last night in Greece. When we needed, the front desk called us a Taxi, and when they were on strike, we took the bus outside, a few yards away, when necessary. I occasionally check out some top-rated TripAdvisor listings in various towns; I usually find that, when stacked up against their competitors, some are gems, while just as many are duds. But basing in Haarlem or another outlying town for a first visit might not be the best idea, those daily train rides and treks through Centraal can add up. I highly recommend the Hotel Golden Wonderful breakfast and the staff I cannot say enough adjectives about. I am leaving for my cruise on the 17th and will need to be at the cruise port about noon. We stayed at the Hera hotel this past September. We've stayed a few times in bed and breakfasts in Amsterdam Sud (South), however our favorite places have been sold as condominiums. (I booked my Venice, Florence and Rome apartments via Trip Adviser and paid via paypal. Hellbrunn Palace Lavish palace on the outskirts of town featuring gardens with trick fountains. Mozart's Birthplace House where Mozart was born in 1756, featuring his instruments and other exhibits. About a 10 minute walk from Centraal Train Station. Last time I stayed in the Hotel Elephant, and it was very good, small rooms, central and it had air conditioning..which many in old bldgs do not have. (On a bike, I'd rate this .). What area would be most convenient for sightseeing and does anyone have any specific hotel recommendations? Convenient on the south side of the Acropolis close to the museum, subway, and lots of dining options. This topic has been automatically closed due to a period of inactivity. Worked very well and it was a very pleasant, typical Dutch suburb and much more relaxed and less busy than Amsterdam. get your reservations for anne frank house early, they sell out fast. I normally do not travel in August but I have booked the maiden voyage on a brand new ship still being built.
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