Fodor's Expert Review Room Mate Aitana

Perched on the IJ River in Westerdok, this large, striking edition in the Spanish hotel chain has well-designed and spacious (if a tad generic) rooms, friendly service, and an international feel. Each of the 12 floors contains rooms with a different color scheme, mod chairs and desks, and basic but sparkling white bathrooms; some rooms have views across the river. For an extra charge, guests can enjoy breakfast until noon at the i-Dock restaurant, or Mediterranean small bites for lunch or dinner on the sizable outdoor terrace floating in the marina. Contemporary art, including a bronze ceiling-high sculpture, fills the soaring lobby. The basement gym is small but well equipped.