The Manor Amsterdam | Our History

Behind its historic façade lies a story that began in 1891. Once a municipal hospital where Johan Cruyff was born, The Manor Amsterdam has been reimagined as a landmark hotel where heritage, contemporary comfort and the spirit of Amsterdam East come together. Part of Leonardo Limited Edition.

1887 – 1900

1887 – Designed by renowned architect A.L. van Gendt, the Burgerziekenhuis (Municipal Hospital) is commissioned. Its distinctive red-brick façade and Neo-Renaissance architecture quickly establish it as a landmark in Amsterdam East.

1891 – The hospital officially opens its doors, providing medical care to Amsterdam's growing population and becoming one of the city's most important healthcare institutions.

1900 – As Amsterdam East continues to develop, the Burgerziekenhuis becomes an integral part of the Dapperbuurt neighbourhood and the local community.

1900 – 2026

1910–1940 – For decades, the hospital remains a trusted institution at the heart of Amsterdam East, caring for generations of residents.

1991 – The final patient leaves the Burgerziekenhuis, ending more than a century of care.

1992–2005 – The building serves as the Amsterdam-Oost district office.

2006 – Plans begin to transform the former hospital into a boutique hotel.

2011 – The Manor Amsterdam opens following an extensive restoration.

2024 – The Manor joins Leonardo Hotels' Limited Edition collection.

Present Day – Historic character meets contemporary hospitality in Amsterdam East.

OUR HISTORY

1887 – 1900

1900 – 2026