nhow Amsterdam RAI, Amsterdam
Where Architecture Becomes a Global Conversation
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● An iconic landmark designed by OMA, where Rem Koolhaas transformed Amsterdam’s skyline with a bold architectural statement.
● Vibrant interiors that celebrate cultures from around the world, reflecting Amsterdam’s centuries-old identity as an international crossroads.
● One of the city’s most spectacular sky-high social destinations, with panoramic views, rooftop cocktails, and an unmistakably creative atmosphere.
An Architectural Landmark with a Global Vision
Few hotels announce themselves quite like nhow Amsterdam RAI. Designed by Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA), founded by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, the striking tower rises above Amsterdam South as one of the city’s most recognizable contemporary landmarks. Three monumental triangular volumes appear to rotate around one another, creating a dynamic silhouette that constantly changes depending on your viewpoint. Inspired by the historic advertising column Het Signaal, once a familiar landmark near the RAI Convention Centre, the building symbolizes Amsterdam’s enduring role as a gateway between cultures, continents, and ideas. It’s architecture with both presence and purpose.
A Celebration of World Cultures
Inside, the global narrative continues. The interiors embrace Amsterdam’s multicultural identity through an energetic mix of colours, textures and artistic references drawn from around the world. Dutch design meets international influences in spaces that feel playful without becoming overwhelming. Large-scale artwork, sculptural lighting and bold graphic elements create an atmosphere that is creative, optimistic and unmistakably cosmopolitan. Throughout the hotel, quieter lounges and workspaces provide balance, offering places to meet, relax or simply watch the city unfold beneath you. Every space reflects Amsterdam’s openness to the world.
Rooms with Endless Horizons
Spread across 24 floors, the hotel’s 650 rooms combine contemporary comfort with panoramic city views. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light while framing Amsterdam’s constantly changing skyline. Warm materials, custom furnishings and subtle artistic details soften the building’s dramatic architecture, creating guestrooms that feel both inspiring and relaxing. The design remains clean and functional, while thoughtful touches and playful accents ensure the atmosphere never feels corporate. Whether visiting for business or leisure, the rooms offer a calm retreat high above the city’s energy.
Life Above the City
Social spaces are central to the nhow experience. The upper floors bring together locals, creatives and international travellers in a series of vibrant venues overlooking Amsterdam. The spectacular rooftop bar has quickly become one of the city’s favourite places for sunset cocktails, while the panoramic lounge offers uninterrupted views across the canals, historic centre and distant countryside. Restaurants celebrate international flavours with a contemporary Dutch perspective, reinforcing the hotel’s theme of cultural exchange and global curiosity. Like Amsterdam itself, the atmosphere feels welcoming, diverse and constantly evolving.
Why It Works
nhow Amsterdam RAI perfectly captures the confidence of modern Amsterdam. Bold architecture, imaginative interiors and a genuinely international outlook combine to create a hotel that feels far more than a place to sleep. It’s a destination where design, culture and hospitality come together high above the city, making it one of Amsterdam’s most distinctive contemporary stays.
