Being one of Europe’s top city-destinations, Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, attracts tourists and business visitors worldwide to its color-dom of Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Van Dyke, Vermeer, Delft pottery and Anne Frank.

What shall strike one with awe is Amsterdam’s capability to cater to different denominations. Amsterdam hotels vary between being overtly luxurious to affordable cozy homelike setups, strewn all over the city and extending to the outer peripheries. The concentration, however, is the greatest near the airport.

So how much for staying at the moderately rated hotels in Amsterdam? That depends on the amenities one choose as well as on the professional benchmark. While certain two-star Amsterdam hotels have better service and food than a five-star hotel, it’s the lack of amenities that make them cheaper. The vice versa can also be noted; thus, deciding properly on the quality, style, amenities, convenience, comfort level and/or personalized services, can save one from a lot of bitter financial bites later on.

Another way to achieve the same is to go for the cheap Amsterdam hotels located centrally, built with the one on a business trip in mind. While they won’t feature the spa, Jacuzzi or other similar lavishness, but visits to the city center can be accomplished in a shorter span and with much ease. And whatever leisurely activities are there on the mind, these discounted Amsterdam hotels provide all according to the budgets and needs.

One thing about the Amsterdam hotels is their openness regarding the charges; extra costs like VAT and City taxes remain clearly mentioned in the charts. These charges, however, vary according to the plans; while the European plan cuts the costs substantially, Continental plans make them shoot up. However, the clean living area and a presentable, peaceful ambience are common for most of them; sometimes, a free parking zone as well.

The best discounts are available towards September, while the Tulip Season from late March to June (all summer) comes expensive. But nevertheless, Amsterdam hotels, never fail offering something spectacular to enchant the visitors, irrespective of the season.

A dog friendly hotel is a place where your pet is allowed in the room with you. The majority of hotels in USA are not dog friendly, some only allow dogs (and not cats) in the room, and others have a weight limit for your pets. Checking on the internet and on pets related sites, you can find lists of dog friendly hotels. The best you can do is, of course, ask before making a reservation if your pet is allowed: you should also ask

- if there is a weight limit, especially if you have a large dog;
- if there is a fee for your dog (some dog friendly hotels ask a non-refundable fee to allow your pet in the room);
- if you have to pay a deposit (it will usually be refunded, if your pet does no damage).

You should also remember that the more your pet behaves, the more it will be welcome in hotels. You should not let it bark or disturb other people, and you should clean if it makes a mess. Dog friendly hotels will increase when pet owners will be more polite. Be always sincere about your pet: some hotels do not allow cats, and other have weight limit. If you don’t find the dog friendly hotel you’re looking for, keep searching. There are many sites where you can find updated lists of dog friendly hotels, and you can talk to other pet owners about the best hotel that suites you. You can also indicate dog friendly hotels that are not in those lists.