The Dylan is quirky, charming and sophisticated, all at the same time. The location cannot be beat with close proximity to major museums and sights - we walked everywhere we needed to go. Of course, its enviable canal side setting is also wonderful. Finally, the service was prompt, warm and friendly throughout our stay. So…. after an overnight trip from the US, on a dark and wet winter’s morning, the Dylan’s cozy ‘living room’ with a warm fireplace was a great place to wait on our room. After a quick a few cappuccinos, our luxury double room was ready. We stayed in Room 21 which is a large and long attic room with several dormer windows. While the views are limited, the room itself was chic in muted tones, lots of beige and white. The room featured a sitting area, two TVs, a dining table with two chairs, an armoire and a king bed. The shower and toilet were in a separate room with two windows, while the sink was integrated into the main room in front of a large window. The shower offered a rain head and wand. Toiletries were from Aesop. Overall, the room worked well for us during our three night stay and we liked the somewhat eccentric setup. On that note, each room is going to be unique in this hotel as the property is quite old and a combination of buildings. Further, there are many steps and ups and downs, even on the same level. Anyone with impaired mobility would want to be sure the hotel is aware well in advance. One other thing to consider, the Dylan offers ‘duplex’ rooms with bathrooms and sleeping areas on different levels. Again, consider if this is the right setup for you. Of course, all of these unique characteristics are what give the Dylan it charm. During our stay, we had dinner twice at Brasserie OCCO and breakfast there every morning. The breakfasts were very nice with eggs made to order and a small but adequate buffet of pastries, yoghurt, cereals, and sides (bacon, mushrooms, cheese, cold cuts, etc.). Again, I would highlight the staff for their prompt and friendly service and the gentleman who kept the delicious cappuccinos coming. Dinner was quite wonderful on both occasions with the duck breast being a stand out (apparently it used to be a feature in the on premises two Michelin starred restaurant Vinkles). Don’t hesitate to ‘stay in’ one night, you will enjoy it. If I had one complaint about the Dylan, it was that our Room 21 lacked any practical space to hang bathrobes and wet towels. I think a few pegs on the wall could solve the problem while still fitting into the style of the room. Otherwise, we loved our stay and would happily return.
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