NH Barbizon Palace has installed modern luxury behind the meticulously restored facades of 19 canal houses, most of which date from the 17th century. The hotel is perfectly located in the most trendy area of Amsterdam within the entertainment and shopping district. Central Station is across the street. Many guest rooms feature ancient oak beams and rooftop views over Amsterdams historic centre. Hotel amenities include a health and fitness club, a cocktail lounge, a brasserie and the gourmet restaurant Vermeer, for an exclusive dinner in 17th century ambience. Fully restored, the adjacent St. Olof Chapel (1425) is the focus of the Barbizon Palace Conference Centre; the main building houses four conference rooms that can be combined into one, a boardroom, two exclusive meeting rooms and three syndicate rooms. There is a water taxi service from a private dock and KLM airport coach stops at the hotel.