Conde Nast Traveler Readers Choose Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel as One of the Best Hotels in the Area

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS--(Marketwire - Nov 14, 2012) - Condé Nast Traveler readers placed the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel in the top 10 of the 25 best hotels in Northern Europe this year. With a listing at number 7, this hotel in central Amsterdam is the highest ranking hotel in the city.

International performers
In addition to the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel, there are two other hotels of the Marriott International hotel chain in the top 25: the Ritz Carlton Berlin and the Berlin Marriott Hotel. With 3 hotels in the top 25, Marriott International is well-represented in the list.

Live Life to Discover
A total of 46,476 readers voted for 1,306 hotels and places for the Condé Nast Traveler 2012 Readers' Choice Award. The Condé Nast Traveler readers are known for their vigorous curiosity to go where few follow. This fits perfect with the philosophy of Renaissance Hotels: "Live Life to Discover". A stay at this luxury hotel in Amsterdam will lead guests to a world of discoveries that transforms any trip into an inspiring journey. The hotels ambassadors, RNavigators, assist guests with tips to discover the hidden gems and unique experiences in Amsterdam.

General Manager of the Renaissance Amsterdam, Tom Calame responded enthusiastically to the honorable distinction: "It's a great surprise and true honor. We have a great team of ambassadors who are committed to provide our guests with new experiences and discoveries for each and every stay. This award with a 93.9 score for service, show us that our guests appreciate this."

About the Hotel
The Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel offers 396 Amsterdam hotel rooms and 6 beautiful suites nestled in the heart of the city centre. Redesigned from top to bottom, this boutique hotel puts you within walking distance of the area's biggest attractions, whether you want a relaxing bike ride along the canals, a stroll amidst colorful flowers in the market or a tour of the city's modern art galleries and museums. This hotel near Amsterdam Central Station includes every convenience you need while on the road, including Internet access, air-conditioning, a spacious work area, a safe, HDTV and luxurious bedding. The hotel also offers a variety of dining options, including the street-side Koepelcafé for casual, all-day fare, and Scossa, the hotel's Mediterranean restaurant open for breakfast and dinner. Don't forget to head to 2B Lounge Bar for specialty cocktails and tapas with a side of chilled out music. If you're looking for a special venue for a meeting or event, this Amsterdam hotel, directly connected to the 17^th-century Koepelkerk convention space, offers more than 16,000 sq ft of event space, high-tech meeting and conference rooms and catering.