Every bit as posh as the name implies, the Hotel Pulitzer Amsterdam is actually a huge collection of typically Dutch canal houses. In fact, 25 historic mansions are home to over 200 luxurious rooms, which are connected via a number of serpentine glass tunnels. Bring a TomTom or a smart phone with GPS to navigate this giant urban maze on the picturesque Prinsengracht. The hotel offers a strong bouquet of old world charm due to its high ceilings and splendid views overlooking the so-called 9 Streets, an neighbourhood which is home to some of the city's best shops and independent boutiques.