The 'W Amsterdam' is a contemporary hotel that is housed inside of a former bank vault. As tourists continue to flock to Amsterdam, hotel chains have been looking for historic buildings that will offer guests a different kind of hospitality experience.
The new hotel is the first Amsterdam property built by the global hospitality chain 'W Hotels'. The contemporary hotel is housed inside of the former Telephone Exchange Building, which was originally a KAS Bank. The new hotel boasts an impressive blend of historic charm and contemporary design. The result is a unique hotel experience that gives guests a more intimate perspective on Dutch history and culture.
If you're eager to spend a night in this former KAS Bank, the hotel is set to open to the public on September 21st of this year.
Converted Bank Vault Hotels
This Contemporary Hotel is Built Inside a Former KAS Bank
Trend Themes
1. Converted-bank-vault Hotels - The trend of transforming former bank vaults into hotels offers a unique and intimate hospitality experience with a blend of historic charm and contemporary design.
2. Historic-building Hospitality - The trend of hotel chains repurposing historic buildings provides guests with a different kind of hospitality experience that offers a deeper connection to local history and culture.
3. Intimate-perspective Hospitality - The trend of hotels located within historic buildings gives guests a more intimate and immersive perspective on local history and culture, creating a unique and memorable stay.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can capitalize on the trend of transforming former bank vaults into hotels to attract guests seeking a unique and immersive hospitality experience.
2. Tourism - The tourism industry can benefit from hotel chains repurposing historic buildings, offering tourists a different kind of hospitality experience that connects them to local history and culture.
3. Architecture and Design - The architecture and design industry can explore opportunities in transforming historic buildings into hotels to create a blend of historic charm and contemporary design, providing a unique and visually stunning experience for guests.