The Conservatorium Hotel Enters a New Chapter as Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam
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The Conservatorium Hotel becomes Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam, under the management of Mandarin Oriental.
Located in the heart of Amsterdam's Museum Quarter, the hotel has been recognized since its opening in 2011 as a leading destination for luxury, design, and hospitality and as a meeting place for both international visitors and the local community.
With the addition of this landmark property, Mandarin Oriental strengthens its European presence with its first hotel in the Netherlands. Under the group's management, the Conservatorium Hotel will retain its local character and historic identity while offering guests Mandarin Oriental's legendary service and exceptional experiences, shaped by its dual-Asian heritage.
The rebranding is marked by an official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony today, attended by Amanda Hyndman, Chief Operating Officer of Mandarin Oriental, Susanne Hatje, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam, and members of the Akirov family, owners of the hotel.
Introducing a Refreshed Design
Mandarin Oriental embraces the heritage of the Conservatorium Hotel while introducing considered updates to enhance the guest experience. The lounge will be refreshed with a new design and a stronger focus on afternoon tea, while continuing its role as “The Living Room of Amsterdam.” Guest rooms and suites will be upgraded in phases, starting with the Deluxe Rooms. The 1,000-square-metre Akasha Spa, the largest hotel spa in Amsterdam, will keep welcoming guests and members.
New Culinary Experiences
In early 2026, internationally renowned chef, restaurateur, and author Yotam Ottolenghi will open his first restaurant in the Netherlands at Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium. Inspired by Ottolenghi's ROVI restaurant in London, the new destination will feature a vegetable-led menu with colorful sharing plates, primarily prepared using locally sourced ingredients. It will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the hotel's iconic glass atrium, with further details to be announced in the first quarter of 2026.
Taiko Cuisine will continue as a core part of the hotel's culinary offering. Led by new Head Chef Lars Drost, the Asian-inspired fine dining restaurant builds on its reputation through modern interpretations of Far Eastern flavors, grounded in classic techniques and seasonal produce. Since opening in 2014, Taiko has become one of Amsterdam's most recognized dining destinations for both hotel guests and local diners.
“Becoming Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam marks an exciting new chapter for this iconic building and for our colleagues. The Conservatorium has always stood for craftsmanship and culture, with a deep connection to the local community. Joining Mandarin Oriental allows us to elevate these qualities further through our legendary service and a truly personalized guest experience.” - Susanne Hatje, General Manager, Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam
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About Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam
Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam is Amsterdam's leading luxury lifestyle palace, evoking glamour and elegance for sophisticated, design-literate travelers. Located in the Museum Quarter, the luxury center and cultural heart of the city, the hotel is an architectural masterpiece that combines a landmark heritage building with a graceful, contemporary design, offering guests a selection of restaurants, a bar, lounge, and the 1,000-square-metre Akasha Spa. A destination hotel with a real sense of place, Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium is known at home and abroad as 'Amsterdam's Living Room.'... - Continue reading here Hotel Management Global Outlook Link
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