If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to spend the night in one of Amsterdam’s fabulous canal houses, then by all means book a room at this boutique hotel on the posh Keizersgracht. But one shouldn’t expect many antiques apart from paintings as each of its 23 rooms has been completely renovated with modern and luxurious furnishings. That said, the colour schemes and fabrics used by the hotel’s designers have their roots in Holland’s Golden Age, especially the purple velvet bedspreads. You can also enjoy breakfast, snacks and drinks at its bar.