Amadi Panorama Hotel

The hotel is situated on the outskirts of the city, which can be inconvenient if you're looking for a quick stop at the hotel room while feeling tired. Additionally, the last tram runs until around midnight, making it challenging to fully enjoy Amsterdam's nightlife unless you're willing to pay approximately €30 for a Bolt ride back to the hotel, or take occasional late-night buses that can take up to an hour. The hotel is actually located on the top two floors of a residential building, and finding the entrance and the actual hotel can be somewhat confusing, as it requires navigating around the building to reach a side entrance. Upon reaching the 8th floor, I received a warm welcome from a polite and courteous young man. Despite some negative reviews I had read about Amadi Panorama, my initial impressions were surprisingly positive. While my room was very small, it did offer a fantastic view. The decor, although simple, was functional for the compact space. It did certainly not feel like a true 4-star experience at all, but it was quiet and peaceful, promising a comfortable night's sleep. The staff, while not overly friendly, were generally pleasant. Cleanliness was well-maintained. The breakfast was modest but offered a decent variety. There's also a complimentary coffee machine in the lobby, and 24/7 availability of fruit. At first I didn't encounter any major issues. However, initial impressions proved to be misleading, as issues began to arise. When booking a room in a 4-star hotel at this price point and away from the city center, one expects at least a comfortable place to sleep. Unfortunately, this was not the case. The most concerning issue was the malfunctioning air conditioner, leaving the room freezing, especially at night. Despite seeking assistance from the staff, no solution was provided. I discovered a noisy small radiator fan in the cupboard, which barely managed to maintain a reasonable room temperature but couldn't prevent the sheets from feeling damp and the walls and furniture from staying cold. Regrettably, the noise from the fan kept me awake throughout the night. The bed was also very uncomfortable as previous reviews pointed; the mattress was overly soft and the pillows were too hard and of poor quality. Furthermore, the towel rack heating in the bathroom was non-functional, resulting in a freezing experience. The TV signal was weak, with poorly tuned channels. I decided to check out earlier due to three sleepless nights. Upon check-out, another polite young man expressed regret for my experience and mentioned that I should have spoken to him for a potential solution (a bit too late, why not before?). In summary, I would not recommend this hotel, even if you manage to secure a substantial discount. Although the staff is mostly polite, the overall experience resembles a budget bed and breakfast establishment.

Good value for money. The single rooms are tiny yet practical, and the wee bed is comfy. I love that there is also space to work on the laptop and you get 2 free coffees in the room (and cold water in the fridge!). The hotel is just one tramline away from the city centre. And yes, the view is rather panoramic. Will stay here again. (I do agree with other reviewers that it doesn't feel like a 4-star hotel but I don't hold much confidence with that rating system anyway).