The History stretches back to 1613, when construction workers began excavating the fifth canal, the ‘Keizersgracht’. Five years later a wooden building was constructed and a theatre, called the ‘Duytsche Academie’, was founded in the building. To placate the church authorities, who disapproved of the immoral character of the theatre, it was decided to donate most of the profits to the city’s orphanages.

THE SITE OF In 1632 the architect Jacob van Campen was commissioned to build a stone theatre. In the following years, many Dutch plays were performed on stage, as well THE DYLAN IS as plays by writers such as Shakespeare, Moliere, Voltaire and Corneille. On the ONE OF THE 100th anniversary of the theatre, in the year 1737, it was Antonio Vivaldi himself MOST HISTORIC who conducted the theatre’s orchestra. Many well-known guests visited the theatre, including the Prince of Orange, the King of Poland, the Russian Tsar and LOCATIONS IN the Elector of Brandenburg. AMSTERDAM. Monday, the 11th of May 1772, turned out to be a black day in the building’s history. OVER CENTURIES During a performance the building caught fire and completely burned down. Only MANY FAMOUS the present van Campen’s doorway was spared. In 1773 the site was sold to one NAMES HAVE of the Regents of the Roman Catholic Church charities, known as the Old & Poor People’s Office. This foundation retained ownership until 1998, when the building VISITED AND was completely renovated and reopened as a luxury boutique hotel in 1999. CONTINUE TO VISIT TODAY AMSTERDAM’S HIDDEN GEM

• 40 airconditioned rooms & suites • Michelin awarded Restaurant Vinkeles • Bar Brasserie OCCO • Lounge with fireplace • Secluded Courtyard Garden Terrace • Private Dining Facilities • Event Spaces • Free WiFi throughout the hotel • Fitness • In room Spa treatments & massages • Concierge services • Bike rental • Private boat tours • Limousine service • 24 hours surveillance service • 24 hours room service • Official Amsterdam Wedding Venue THE DYLAN’S LIVING ROOM

‘High Quality, recognizable dishes, inspiring interior, great wines and personal service define Bar Brasserie OCCO.’

Bar Brasserie OCCO is open all day. DISCOVER THE BEST KEPT SECRET OF AMSTERDAM

The Dylan’s secluded garden is a tranquil haven to escape the Amsterdam city dynamics. THE REFINED STYLE OF TODAY

Restaurant Vinkeles is open for dinner from Tuesday to Saturday from 7pm till 10pm PRIVATE DINING

Vinkeles offers private dining up to 14 persons Chef’s table in the kitchen up to 2 persons ‘Vinkeles on the Water’ up to 4 persons IMAGINE SAYING ‘I DO’ AT THE DYLAN

The Dylan ensures your vows will be remembered by all those in attendance

• Professional hotel & events team enabling a hassle-free wedding day

• Approved Amsterdam wedding venue allowing official ceremonies

• A modern style wedding room within a historic setting GIVE YOUR EVENT A STYLISH SETTING Three event spaces for intimate dinners, meetings for up to 80 people and exclusive use events for up to 450 people.

Fully airconditioned Bose surround system Natural daylight Complimentary WiFi 40 UNIQUE ROOMS, 40 UNIQUE REASONS TO VISIT! DISCOVER YOUR OWN PIECE OF SERENDIPITY BEHIND EACH DOOR DISCOVER AN EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER

Flatscreen TV Safe (which can contain a laptop) Shaving/make-up mirror Air conditioning Drinks cabinet with Illy Coffee maker 24 hours room service Bose system Workdesk with power station Frette bathrobe, slippers Free wireless internet including US converter Turndown service LINDENGRACHT CENTRAL STATION

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