Mauro Mansion THE SIXTEEN [new owners, as of early 202] (Closed Permanently) Formerly: Black Tulip Hotel

A haven of style and individuality perched above the Geldersekade canal, Mauro Mansion is a 16th-century canal house made gay and good by locals Berry and Marcel, who want to provide a "sincere non-intrusive local experience based on your individual needs". Spread across three floors, some quieter than others, the nine rooms have a sexy-designer thing going on in their sense of swish faux-minimalism. The black rubber flooring in some of the rooms recalls previous SM hotel occupants the Black Tulip (1997–2010). No children under 12. Not cheap, but it's awfully nice, and located within inches of the Zeedijk and Warmoesstraat for those so inclined. Opened June 2010. Phone number provided upon registration. In early 2023 new non-gay owners took over, transforming nine-room Mauro Mansion into 15-room The Sixteen, with virtual (hologram) reception.