A 19th-century diamond factory houses this glitzy design hotel. Its 90 creative rooms and suites have high ceilings and large windows, with custom-made linens and Illy espresso machines; iPads are available for use in the Persian-rug-floored study. Energetic staff are helpful and professional. Of the 10 balcony rooms, west-facing 336, 337 and 338 have sunset views over the canal.
Prosecco on arrival starts your stay in style.
It's on the same street as the busy Albert Cuypmarkt, but at the peaceful, leafy western end.
