Five-star creature comforts and decadent art nouveau design await you in this wonderfully intricate building dating back to 1913 when it was the head office for several shipping companies. The site itself has a much longer history as ships used to set sail for Dutch colonies from here in the 17th century. A nautical theme still pervades the colossal structure, which boasts high ceilings, marble floors, stained glass and old world wood panelling. Naturally, all of the rooms positively ooze luxury and you can also take advantage of the wellness area, which offers saunas, a Turkish steam bath, whirlpool and a wide variety of beauty treatments. Avoid the rooms in the basement that provide little or no views of this beautiful part of Amsterdam.