The Barbizon Palace is a luxury hotel located in the heart of Amsterdam. The hotel has installed modern luxury behind the restored facades of 19 historic buildings, most of which dates from the 17th century. The entire hotel has an atmosphere of old world charm and elegance. The hotel is minutes to fine dining, shopping and entertainment. All rooms in the hotel are totally renovated in 1999/2000. There are two restaurants in the hotel: the informal Hudson's Terrace & Restaurant and the luxureous Restaurant Vermeer.