Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park Amsterdam Netherlands
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park Amsterdam
Mauritskade 61, 1092 AD Amsterdam, the Netherlands
www.pillowshotels.com/amsterdam-mauritskade
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group:
Pillows Hotels
Shareholders:
Pillows Hotels is a subsidiary division of International Hotel Management Group (IHMG), which is part of Amerborgh International.
Date of creation:
1 November 2022.
Hotel General Manager:
Jörgen Rijnaard, General Manager
Jörgen Rijnaard has worked as an area manager for almost 12 years for IHMG, the management company for Pillows Hotels. He was responsible for new projects and has opened all of the Pillows Hotels in the Netherlands and Belgium. Prior Jörgen worked in various commercial and operational roles at the Golden Tulip Hotels and Sandton Hotels.
Hotel Positioning:
Pillows Maurits at the Park is a 5-star luxury boutique hotel and a member of Small Luxury Hotels.
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park Amsterdam
History & Story:
The former university building dates from 1908 and was designed by architect J.B. Springer. It is located in the Oosterpark on the street called Mauritskade. It is built in architecture style called ‘Amsterdam School’, characterized by the use of a lot of brick and the application of decorations in the facades.
Date Renovation:
Date renovation: 2017-2022
Architect: Uri Gilad (Office Winhov)
Interior architect: Paul Linse (Studio Linse)
All intricate features of the buildings past has been taken into account in the design. The new wing and the original building intertwine harmoniously and the different types of windows connect the indoor with the outdoor.
The interior design can be described as a “noble simplicity”. Soft, tactile materials and warm, earthy colour palette create a calming harmony. Touches of Parisian elegance are combined with Dutch sensibility, setting a relaxing tone in the rooms and suites. The art has been made by painter Raphaël Hermans for the hotel specifically and is inspired by the park and birds.
Main Strengths, Special Touch:
Nestled in Amsterdam, Pillows Maurits at the Park seamlessly blends the tranquility of the green Oosterpark with the vibrant city centre. Within 1.5 years after opening, the hotel achieved a #1-ranking on TripAdvisor, surpassing more than 400 other hotels in the Dutch capital.
• Offers the unique combination of the Oosterpark and the vibrant city centre
• Is a culinary destination, with a fine dining restaurant, café brasserie, and award-winning cocktail bar and rooftop bar
• Creates ultimate relaxation in the Urban Spa
• Has all city highlights within a maximum of 30 minutes by public transport
• Close to 10 minutes of the highway A10 to discover the Netherlands
Location:
Being located in the city centre and in the Oosterpark, Pillows Maurits at the Park combines a peaceful and private place with instant access to the city centre and its highlights.
The hotel is located in Amsterdam-East, a lively neighbourhood with lovely boutique shops and trendy restaurants.
Key sites/activities in the area:
Museums
• Rijksmuseum
• Van Gogh Museum
• Rembrandt House
• Anne Frank House
• Hermitage Museum
• Tropen Museum
City highlights
• Dam Square
• Royal Palace
• Dutch canals
Shopping
• Shopping district The Nine Streets
• Luxury shopping mall The Bijenkorf
• P.C. Hooftstraat
• IJ-hallen
Theatres
• Het Concertgebouw
• Royal Theatre Carré
• National Opera & Ballet
Fun facts:
• Over 4000 sqm of parkland has been given back to the Oosterpark and any existing partitions and fences disappeared
• Has the Green Key Gold Certificate, the highest sustainability mark for the tourism and leisure industry
• Winner Best New Cocktail Bar in Amsterdam 2023 by Entree Awards 2023
• VanOost Restaurant mentioned in Michelin Guide and awarded with 14/20 score by Gault & Millau
• Has its own art collection hanging in the hotel, with works from, among others, Picasso and Jasper Krabbé.
Children’s Corner:
• Every child is considered a VIP and will receive special amenities upon check-in
• Spring Café Brasserie offers a special kids menu
• A baby cot or extra bed can be placed in the room
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation:
• Number of rooms in all: 88
• Number of suites: 13 (average 30-45 sqm)
• Number of luxury rooms: 75 (average 16-25 sqm)
All intimate rooms and suites offer timeless elegance and are appointed with a luscious bed, Egyptian cotton linens, and all amenities you could wish for. Soft carpeting and carefully curated art completes the ambiance for a truly indulgent stay.
Pillows Grand Suite
This Pillows Grand Suite is located in the historic part of the building and has a piano wing as a special addition.
70 m² | king size bed | bathroom with bath | separate seating area | dining table | piano wing | complimentary minibar | private sauna use | with valet parking service
Pillows Suite
Indulge in luxurious comfort in the Pillows Suites.
35 m² | king size bed | separate seating area | complimentary minibar | private sauna use
Junior Suite
No two suites are the same, yet the elegant and comfortable seating area can be found in every Junior Suite.
30 m² | kingsize or twin bed | seating area
Luxury Room Superior
The Luxury Rooms Superior are located in the historical part of the buildings and have a spacious feel. Perfect for short stays.
21 m² | in historical part of building on ground floor | with high ceilings | king size or twin beds | walk-in shower
Luxury Room
Bask in comfort with all luxuries you could wish for in the lovely and intimate Luxury Rooms. Perfect for short stays.
19 m² | king size or twin beds | walk-in shower
Luxury Room Souterrain
The Luxury Rooms Souterrain are close to the Urban Spa and Oosterpark entrance.
19 m² | king size or twin beds | located on lower ground floor | complimentary hydrobed massage or use of privatized sauna
Restaurants and bars:
VanOost Restaurant | Fine dining
VanOost Restaurant is mentioned in the Michelin Guide and a rising star in the culinary world. Chef Floris van Straalen and his young and ambitious team serve gastronomic cuisine, inspired by flavours from all over the world and prepared with local ingredients. Here you will enjoy refined dishes combined with monumental architecture and a view on the open kitchen, while being embraced by the Oosterpark and a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Spring Cafe Brasserie | French-Italian inspired
Spring Café Brasserie serves a menu full of tasteful brasserie dishes, inspired by French and Italian cuisine by chef Luigi di Benedetto. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and their favourite drinks served in the elegant interior, or indulge themselves on the large, green terrace that overflows into the Oosterpark, accompanied with unique birdsong concerts.
Fitz’s Bar | Classy upscale cocktail bar
A hidden sanctuary that fuses past and present in the heart of our hotel. Explore our signature cocktails, premium selection of spirits, selected by our award-winning bartender. Get lost in time as you get lured into the world of mixology and a touch of the roaring 20’s.
Wellness:
The Urban Spa allows you to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life without taking too much of your precious time. If offers:
• Gym
• Private sauna
• Hydrojet massage bed
• Massage and facials
• Manicures, pedicures and waxing treatments
Corporate & Celebration Events:
Gather in 3 elegantly designed salons that have high ceilings and big windows that let in lots of daylight. The hotel can be rented exclusively as well.
Park Salon
78 m² / 84qft² | several setups | up to 80 guests | lots of daylight | 4 meter high ceilings | ClickShare presentation system | 125 inch projection screen | Wi-Fi | flipchart conference telephone | soundbar | air conditioning | wardrobe
Louis Bolk Salon
34 m² / 367 ft² | boardroom setup |14 guests | 3 meter high ceilings | ClickShare presentation system | 70 inch screen | Wi-Fi | air conditioning flipchart | conference telephone | soundbar | wardrobe
J.B. Springer Salon
24 m² / 264 ft² | boardroom setup | 8 guests | 3 meter high ceilings | ClickShare presentation system | 60 inch screen | Wi-Fi | air conditioning | flipchart conference telephone | soundbar | wardrobe
Number of employees:
150