if so presumably i'll need some sort of adaptor for a 3 pin uk plug?

Yes and they are the European style round ones.

Incidentally, I see the Winston has changed hands.. I wonder if it will stay as the 'Art' hotel..

cheers tw.

didn't know it'd changed hands - it's certainly an "art" hotel at the mo according to them.

aye, you need an adaptor, you will be able to buy one at the airport brfore you leave the UK.

New owners at the Winston? I hope they don't screw it up. I like it pretty much as it is. If the plan is to "make it better" and then jack up the prices...well, I just hope that isn't the plan.

I think that is the plan, though they have given me one of the good rooms for €50 next month..

Soon it will be a St Christopher's hostel.

Is that some kind of franchise? What are they known for? I thought a "hostel" was a step down rather than up on the star rating?

http://www.st-christophers.co.uk/


New St Christopher’s hostel in Amsterdam

St Christopher’s has recently bought the Winston Hotel in Amsterdam. We will be re-branding part of the hotel as St Christopher’s Inn over the coming months, but are open right now!

Hostel Info

Anyone willing to get a different experience of Amsterdam should stay at the Winston - the only hostel decorated by 30 different designers. Check-in, and chill-out in our private garden with a Dutch beer!

A better location than ours would mean you’re staying in the Royal Palace! A former 2 star hotel, the Winston is now yours for a bargain! Pick your choice among comfy dorm beds in arty rooms. Ever stayed in the Durex Room or the Billy the Kid Room? Book your stay now – Amsterdam is an experience!

There is loads to see in Amsterdam, But be back early in the evening, to save moneys on our cheap drinks in the bar. Also try our own nightclub, the famous Winston International, with a great selection of international DJ’s.

All our rooms are en-suite and most have been renovated in 2004. Our bilingual staff know Amsterdam inside out, and will make all the arrangements you need to smoothen your stay.
Hostel Location

Forget about buses because we’re right where the action is! Slap-bang in the middle of the famous Red Light District, you’ll be just minutes from everything - including the train station, the Dam Square and museums. Within a hundred meters, you will find more bars and coffee shops than you’ll ever need! We really couldn’t be more perfectly located.

Find out how to get to this hostel
Reception & Check In

* 24-Hour Reception
* Check Out at 10am
* Check in at 2pm
* No Lockout
* No Curfew

Free Facilities/Services

* Chillout Room
* Private Beer Garden
* More facilities coming soon!

Other Facilities/Services

* Luggage Storage
* More facilities coming soon!

Pubs & Bars

* Club - Winston International
* Bar - Soon to become a Belushi's!

Thanks!

well i can report that all seems to be the same for the time being. chilled ambiance, clouds of weed, not bad brekkie.

JUST CHANGE MY FUCKIN' SHEETS. cheers.