The Crowne Plaza Amsterdam-American is located in the heart of Amsterdam in the middle of the Leidseplein, with its great restaurants, bars and theatres. Only footsteps away from the masterpieces that can be seen in the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijke Museum. From the hotel one can see the beautiful Vondel Park, an oasis of peace amidst the buzzing city of Amsterdam. Just around the corner are Amsterdam's well known fashion shopping streets, such as the P.C. Hoofdstraat and Leidsestraat. Built in 1900 the American is a listed Art Nouveau monument. Its outer graciousness extends to the guest rooms which still feature original stained glass windows, and vanities lined with an elegant granite surface. The hotel has adopted a modern lifestyle philosophy to offer a truly unique stay. The hotel has six floors with a total of 174 guest rooms and suites. All the rooms have a magificent view of the canal or Leidseplein or are equipped with a balcony. Guests are invited to enjoy the Café Américain, an original Art Deco styled restaurant which offers Amsterdam's best fusion cooking. Or relax in the privacy of your own room and dine with 24-hour In-room Dining. For ultimate leisure the hotel also features a gym and sauna. Located in the heart of Amsterdam's city centre, The American offers a perfect setting for small and larger corporate meetings. There are six meeting rooms available which include three boardrooms, two conference suites, and an entresol.