The owners of Cafรฉ Binnenvisser, Bakkerij Loof, De Twee Prinsen, and Cornerstore recently took over Hotel and Restaurant Teuntje. After a short renovation there is now a brand new restaurant and hotel on the Haarlemmerdijk, Amsterdam-Centrum: Hotel and Restaurant Calisto Amsterdam. And thus, Haarlemmerdijk has gained a trendy new hotspot.
Hotel & restaurant Calisto Amsterdam
When the creative minds behind establishments like Cafรฉ Binnenvisser open a new hospitality hotspot, it’s almost certainly a success. The Haarlemmerbuurt already boasts some of our favorite places (such as Toki, Venu, and the recently opened De Willem, to name a few), but it lacked a trendy restaurant like Binnenvisser. Guus Lourijsen, Bob Nagel, and Maarten Bloem, the owners, felt the same way. And so it happened: they acquired the premises of Hotel and Restaurant Teuntje and unveiled their new venture after a brief renovation.
Menu Restaurant Calisto
At this place, dining is done in style: the menu features dishes that strongly resemble a combination of Cornerstore and Binnenvisser but with a twist. The menu is ever-changing, but it always offers various meat, fish, and vegetarian options and delightful desserts prepared with the same originality as those at its sibling establishments.
Interior Hotel & Restaurant Calisto
In addition to dining, you can also stay at Hotel Calisto. The hotel offers cozy rooms with a bright interior and a homely atmosphere. It is a no-nonsense place to stay, but one where you immediately notice that despite the simplicity, a lot of time, love, and attention has been put into the decor.
The hotel and restaurant Amsterdam are adorned with light wood, beige, and white tones, complemented by homey details. It’s a place in Amsterdam where you feel right at home, but with culinary delights and excellent service.
Amsterdam Bucketlist & Things to Do
(DIGITAL) ART EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Fabrique des Lumiรจres
โ NXT Museum
โ STRAAT street art museum
โ MOCO Museum for street and modern art
โ Amaze, an audiovisual labyrint
FOOD EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan area
โ Albert Cuyp Market Food Tour
โ Sightseeing Boat Cruise with unlimited drinks
โ Pancake Cruise
โ Micro Brewery Beer Tasting Tour
BEST BIKE TOURS IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Fatbike e-bike tour (also to Amsterdam North)
โ Rent a bike by yourself and explore like a local
โ Outside of Amsterdam: windmills & Zaanse Schans
โ 3 hour biketour: backstreets & hidden gems
FIRST TIME VISIT TO AMSTERDAM – MUST SEE & DO’S:
โ Private Canal Boat Tour
โ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
โ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
โ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
โ Canal Cruise in the evening
INSTAGRAM MUSEUMS IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
โ Youseum
โ The Upside Down
DAY TRIPS FROM AMSTERDAM:
โ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
โ Drive-it-Yourself Tulip Fields GPS Audio Tour
โ Catch a direct train from Amsterdam to Antwerp, Brussels, London or Paris, starting at โฌ 20,-! Check tickets & prices >>
AMSTERDAM WITH KIDS:
โ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
โ Go an a bike tour with the kids
โ NEMO Science Museum
SPIRNG / SUMMER IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Paddle board tour on the canals
โ Go for a kayak-tour in Amsterdam
FALL / WINTER IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour
โ Amsterdam Light Festival bike tour
| TIP: Buy an I amsterdam City Card. Save money on entrance fees to museums and attractions, public transport and profit from discounts on everything from restaurants to concerts. You can also skip some lines to make the most of your time in Amsterdam! You can buy a card for 24 hours up to 120 hours. Check the prices here >>
Our favourite hotels in Amsterdam:
TOP LUXURY // โฌโฌโฌ
โพ Pillows Maurits at the Park: this newly opened hotel is all about luxury.
โพ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
โพ L’Europe: recently renovated, this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
โพ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
โพ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
โพ W Amsterdam: with lively restaurants and a posh rooftop bar with swimming pool.
VERY VERY NICE // โฌโฌ
โพ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals with great all day bar.
โพ Hotel Jakarta: the most sustainable hotel รกnd great value for money with a spa.
โพ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
โพ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam from the North side.
โพ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
โพ Hotel Dwars: small scale and around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
โพ Hotel Mercier: pretty new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
โพ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city by MGallery.
โพ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel with restaurant in Amsterdam West.
โพ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
โพ Ruby Emma: eco design hotel with a great skybar near Amstel station.
AFFORDABLE (FOR AMSTERDAM PRICES) // โฌ
โพ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
โพ The Social Hub budget proof in trendy East district close tho the subway.
โพ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
โพ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
โพ Motel One: budget design hotel with several locations in Amsterdam.
Let’s get social
I really hope you enjoy your time in Amsterdam! On my Instagram account @yourlbb and @yourlbb.amsterdam you can find more recommendations and new hotspots in town.