IJsselmeer Tours

I've been staying at the Conservatorium regularly for 12 years now, and it is remarkably consistent: great location, awesome people, striking architecture, and the best gym of all the 5-star hotels in Amsterdam. This year, though, there was one welcome change and one not-so-great one: the breakfast has improved, with the addition of a buffet, which is convenient. But they also seem to have started letting local residents use the gym, so it's now super-packed at all hours, and you have to wait for machines. The gym has always been a big part of why I stayed there, so that's disappointing.

This hotel was really lovely. It was very near to the older part of Gouda and the room was clean and spacious. There were some lovely touches -- a stroopwafel on arrival and free snacks in the room! The hotel itself has real character and has a lovely courtyard and is very quiet. The staff were also extremely helpful and friendly.