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Best Hotel Bar

Since 2011, the Best Hotel Bar Awards have been presented in Amsterdam. A professional jury has visited all the hotel bars and nominated bars in the categories Best Hotel Bar, Best New Hotel Bar, and Best Classic Hotel Bar of the Year.

We are thrilled that this year the reveal of the Best Hotel Bar Awards will take place during the award ceremony of the Independent Hotel Show Awards on Tuesday 11 March.

We are excited to announce the voting for all three categories is now open. Scroll down to view the nominees and submit your vote.

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Best Hotel Bar Nominees

Fitz’s Bar Amsterdam – Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park

Fitz’ Bar Amsterdam – Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Maurits at the Park

Warm tones with dark wooden elements create an intimate setting, that allows for the awakening of brilliant ideas and deep conversations till late at night. A bar that fuses past and present. Get lost in time as you lure into the world of mixology and the roaring 20´s.

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LuminAir Amsterdam – DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Central Station

LuminAir

LuminAir is a high vibe elevated sky bar and terrace curated to enlighten its audience, a place to see and be seen and escape the hustle of the world below. Designed to mirror the mood of the sky above, LuminAir’s modern interiors are a spectacular, ever-changing canvas of art and light, thanks to cloud-shaped installations and luminous projections.

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Twenty Third Bar – Okura Hotel Amsterdam

Drink in mesmerising views of Amsterdam at the Twenty Third Bar at Hotel Okura Amsterdam. Open to non-hotel and hotel guests alike, sip crisp glasses of Champagne or cocktails created before your eyes, 23 storeys up. Situated next to the two Michelin-starred Ciel Bleu, pair your drinks with small bites prepared by the world-class chefs, and gaze over the cityscape below.

Drink in mesmerising views of Amsterdam at the Twenty Third Bar at Hotel Okura Amsterdam. Open to non-hotel and hotel guests alike, sip crisp glasses of Champagne or cocktails created before your eyes, 23 storeys up. Situated next to the two Michelin-starred Ciel Bleu, pair your drinks with small bites prepared by the world-class chefs, and gaze over the cityscape below.

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Best New Hotel Bar Nominees

Bar Sonora – Nhow RAI Amsterdam

Bar Sonora – Nhow RAI Amsterdam

High up in the sky, there’s a special cocktail bar named Sonora. It’s not just any bar. This place feels like old Latin America, where stories and myths come alive. Every drink tells a story of heroes, adventures, and magic. At Sonora, it’s more than just having a drink. It’s about feeling like you’re part of an exciting story. If you want a fun escape and a taste of old tales, come visit. Every sip is an adventure.

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Hasta La Vista, Baby – Innside by Meliá Amsterdam

Hasta La Vista, Baby – Innside by Meliá Amsterdam

Hasta La Vista Baby is a skyview restaurant & bar where casual fine dining and cocktails go hand-in-hand. It brings the best of Spanish & Portuguese cuisine together in all the creations, from bites to drinks. Located on the 19th floor, the bar offers breathtaking views that only get better as the sun sets and the city lights begin to twinkle.

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Prins & Aap – at Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht

Prins & Aap – at Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht

Barstro Prins & Aap is a local venue where diverse elements come together harmoniously throughout the day. Located in the heart of Amsterdam, this bar offers a unique blend of flavours, atmosphere, and Dutch design. With locally sourced ingredients and expertly crafted cocktails, each dish and drink tells a story. Prins & Aap is more than just a restaurant or bar – it’s a vibrant space that reflects Amsterdam’s diversity.

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Best Classic Hotel Bar Nominees

Pulitzer’s Bar – at Pulitzer Amsterdam

Pulitzer’s Bar – at Pulitzer Amsterdam

This timeless hotel bar tells a contemporary tale of cocktail history through a classic menu in an effortlessly elegant atmosphere. Flee the bustle of the Amsterdam City Centre, yet overlook its signature canals, in one of the comfortable armchairs around the fireplace or talk the night away at the impressive Art Deco style bar.

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Bar The Tailor – at Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

Bar The Tailor – at Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

The concept of The Tailor is based on the original craft of A. W. Krasnapolsky, founder of the renowned hotel of which this bar is a part. Tailor-made cocktails of the highest quality are served in an interior filled with hints of tailoring. Our interior features various fabrics such as cotton and velvet, lamps suspended from beautiful ribbons, and carpets adorned with exquisite stitching. In short, a unique combination of taste and experience!

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Freddy's Bar  – at Hotel De L'Europe

Freddy's Bar

A gentleman’s pub named after Alfred 'Freddy' Heineken – who used to repose here. It is the place in Amsterdam where both locals and visitors come to socialize, connect and enjoy live jazz. Freddy’s Bar operates on a walk-in basis.

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Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam is back from 11-12 March at the RAI Amsterdam. Join your peers as we celebrate five years of IHA! Guided by the show theme of 'Redefining Luxury' you can expect over 25 carefully curated sessions, 200+ exhibitors, design-led features, trend insights and networking.

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