 Leaving the key with the front desk each time you step out though I can see the benefits does detract a bit from feeling independent I d prefer not having to check in with someone at the desk to get my key everytime I came in from a stroll 
 Very comfortable bed the comfort queen rooms were great I did not have a view but had great light in the room The location is perfect for walking historic amsterdam with nightlife and necesseties banks pharmacy coffee right at your front door A beautiful 10 minute walk up the canal gets you to the Anne Frank House 