Conservatorium Hotel, Amsterdam, Netherlands

The hotel is brilliantly located for everyone, whether a culture vulture, shopaholic or young child wanting to let off steam on nearby Museumplein.

A prime location means you're close to the city's sights including Vondelpark, the Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and the Heineken Experience.
By plane: direct flights from London and Manchester take around 1 hour 15 minutes. The hotel is a 20-minute drive from Schiphol airport and central station. Parking costs €95 per day. skyscanner.net

This is a hotel for those who enjoy immaculate surroundings and a high standard of food and service, and who are happy to pay handsomely for it. The sheer scale of this building is awesome: many ceilings are so high, and doors look made for a giant.

The hotel has a concierge desk by reception that can look after your every need, whether arranging ticket bookings or advising on the latest must-see exhibition.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Terrace
• Fitness centre
• Swimming pool
• Spa
• Family-friendly
• Free Wi-Fi

The spectacular four-story 'I Love Amsterdam' Signature Suite has a bedroom, small office level, relaxing bath area and roof terrace providing panoramic views of the city. Renowned photographer Bastiaan Woudt photographer has created a duplex suite at the hotel, and walls feature some of his striking pictures, which are for sale.

Deluxe Room, Duplex Room, Suite, Signature Suite
Facilities include: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, free bottled water, TV, desk space, free Wi-Fi

We loved the little touches, like at breakfast: good quality strong coffee, juices that are super-fresh and expertly-cooked eggs Benedict, Royal, Florentine and any other way. The grilled butterflied seabass with salsa verde, salad and grilled lemon was scrumptious.

Brasserie: contemporary dining room. International cuisine, all-day menu. Open daily, mains from €22.
Taiko: sophisticated bar and restaurant. Asian-inspired cuisine and creative cocktails. Open Tue-Sat, 6pm-12am. Tasting menu from €135.