Hotel Okura Amsterdam is one of the finest 5 star luxury hotels in the Netherlands. Relaxation is Okura?s specialty with four high class restaurants (three of them awarded by Michelin), two bars, an Executive Health Club and a shopping arcade. Located on the Soutern boundary of Amsterdams city centre. It is easily accessible by car or public transport. Schiphol Airport is 15 minutes away. The hotel is located close to shopping and cultural attractions., As of Jul 1, 2008, due to Dutch legislation smoking is no longer be permitted at the hotel. All rooms, restaurants and bars, public areas and guest rooms are non-smoking areas., Now to May 31, 2009: Hotel is undergoing renovations of hotel entrance, parts of lobby, reception area and entrance to Japanese restaurants. Hotel will do outmost to limit any nois .