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13 มิถุนายน 2024
Our journey began early in the morning as we left our London home and took an Uber to Gatwick. The trip was smooth and uneventful, with our toddler, O, showing remarkable patience and travel prowess. Our little gentleman has become a seasoned traveller over the past year, handling early wake-ups and airport security like a pro. We landed at Schiphol around 10 am and took a cab to the Conservatorium Hotel, ideally located on Van Baerlestraat in Amsterdam’s museum quarter. This beautiful neo-Gothic building, dating back to 1901, was originally the Rijkspostspaarbank before becoming home to the city’s Sweelinck Conservatory. Today, the hotel boasts 129 rooms, event spaces, retail, a spa, and a gym. Its stunning and popular public spaces make it a beloved spot for both locals and tourists. Entering through the back, we were greeted by red brick buildings draped in green ivy. The entrance hall, framed by dark smoked glass sliding doors, opens into a striking atrium. This space, situated between the former conservatory and a contemporary addition, creates a fascinating dialogue between old and new. The reworking of the Sweelinck Conservatory’s former home heightens this contrast, transforming a landmark neo-Gothic building into a distinctly different luxury hotel. Our lunch reservation was at Bar Bellini, a new Italian restaurant just a few minutes away. We quickly left our suitcases in the room and headed out. My first impressions of the hotel were outstanding. Their hospitality was beyond anything I had experienced before. The relaxed yet impeccable welcome set the tone for our stay. The receptionist offered us coffee as she checked us in, making us feel instantly at home. During our quick interaction, I mentioned my best friend, a local, who had praised their Japanese restaurant, Taiko, for its authentic sushi that rivals those in Japan. The receptionist promptly extended us an invite to Taiko for drinks. We sat on a stunning four-seater blue-shaded sofa paired with black leather mid-century armchairs, all atop a delicate light blue patterned Persian rug. Small details like these made a world of difference. By the time the receptionist handed us our room keys, I was already captivated by the architectural details and the hotel's lobby conversation. The minimalist, contemporary design by Studio MVSA provides a striking contrast to the existing architecture, framing it beautifully and giving it new life. The Conservatorium Hotel truly breathes art, blending the old and new into a cosmopolitan yet distinctly Dutch experience. From its prime location near the Rijksmuseum to the extraordinary spatial experiences it offers, this hotel stands out from the crowd in every way. When the Conservatorium was transformed into a grand hotel, its cultural importance to the city of Amsterdam was maintained. Regular musical performances are held at the hotel today, while it is also a place to appreciate exciting contemporary art. Following check-in, we took a l
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