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Vault Bar, the acclaimed cocktail bar at the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, has been named one of the best hotel bars of 2024 by the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide. Vault Bar is the only bar in the Netherlands to have received Forbes Travel Guide's Hotel Star Bars award. Globally, only 39 bars in 16 different countries have been honoured with this accolade. The award underscores Vault Bar's commitment to offering world-class hospitality in one of Amsterdam's most iconic luxury settings.
“We are incredibly pleased that Vault Bar is receiving this recognition from Forbes Travel Guide,” says Jeroen Werdmölder, General Manager of Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam. “This achievement is a reflection of the incredible hard work and passion of our entire bar team. I am delighted that their efforts are being rewarded by such a renowned institution. The team continually pushes the boundaries of creativity and creates truly exceptional experiences for our guests. This award is not only a tribute to the impeccable service and craftsmanship, but also to the dedication that has made Vault Bar a destination in itself. It has been a tremendous journey, characterised by high-level execution and daily consistency. We are immensely proud of what the team has achieved.”
The Vault Bar is renowned for its inventive cocktail creations, establishing itself as one of Amsterdam's premier cocktail destinations, where both hotel guests and locals are warmly welcomed.
“This award is a testament to our team's talent,” says Mehrsa Ghadiri, Food & Drink Director at Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam. “Every detail in the Vault Bar, from the signature cocktail menu to the exciting programme in our historic vault, is the result of the team led by Bar Manager Ignazio Di Gangi. As the only hotel bar in the Netherlands to receive this award this year, we are honoured that Forbes Travel Guide has recognised the Vault Bar team, and we are also very grateful to all the colleagues who support their daily determination and dedication.”
