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Stap binnen in Hotel Casa en ervaar de Bright Vibes die CASA als plek definiëren. Met haar eeuwige nieuwsgierigheid naar de wereld om zich heen, blijft CASA altijd speels en jong van geest.

In 1957 geboren als Social Pioneer, biedt CASA tot op de dag van vandaag betaalbare studentenhuisvesting in Amsterdam. Stevig verankerd in haar waarden en gedreven door creativiteit en vindingrijkheid, is Hotel Casa trouw gebleven aan haar oorspronkelijke missie: supporting the bright young minds of tomorrow.

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December 2023

CASA slaat een nieuwe koers in. Door het pad 'Away from the Ordinary' te volgen, omarmt CASA de levendige Bright Vibes het hotel definiëren. Als Social Pioneers sinds 1957 en aanbieder van studentenhuisvesting, blijft CASA vastberaden om de standaard in hospitality te herdefiniëren. Trots en als zelfstandig hotel blijft CASA inspireren en ontdekken.

April 2022

Celebrating our 65th birthday! We're beyond proud that we can fulfill our mission as a non-profit hotel to accommodate affordable student housing. We're incredibly grateful for everyone who has walked through our doors. What an amazing journey.

May 2021

The renovation of our hotel rooms. A lot of hard work has been done in the past couple of months, and we couldn't have done it without our great team.

Jeroen Diepenveen General Manager Hotel Casa

Januari 2020

Jeroen Diepeveen is stepping into the role of General Manager at Hotel Casa in January 2020, after five years as Assistant Director working alongside Hans Vugts.

March 2019

Introducing our brand new lobby and restaurant! The heart of the hotel we’re so proud of. During our renovations, we handpicked every single (design) item you find in the lobby. It has resulted in a colorful work of art that brings our guests together every day.

September 2018

House of Hospitality started in Hotel Casa! A collaboration between the hotel and the ROC Amsterdam. Introducing a new way of learning on the job!

January 2017

In 2017, Hotel Casa celebrated its 60th anniversary. It was a party to never forget! One thing is certain: Casa will be forever young.

May 2016

Hotel Casa opened GAPP, a rooftop terrace and hotspot for the outsiders, lovebirds and chatterers. Truly unique because of its green ambiance and fantastic views.

September 2014

Hotel Casa introduced a new concept called East57. A coffee corner, a deli, a restaurant and a wine bar all in one. The name comes from the hotel’s founding story, ‘57 being the year it was established and ‘East’ because of its location.

May 2013

The old Casa complex, located in the Amsterdam Eenhoorn area, was redeveloped in collaboration with VMX Architects. The borough is becoming a bustling Amsterdam neighbourhood.

September 2010

On 30 September, 2010, the new Casa complex was officially opened by Major Eberhard van der Laan. The complex offered more of a hotel vibe with a bed, a large desk, a flatscreen TV and Wi-Fi. A win-win, as it made moving in and out easier for our students.

September 2005

In line with the plans for Casa’s new location, a new director was appointed in 2005: Hans Vugts, who had big plans for Casa.

June 1995

The ‘90s proved to be less appealing to hotel guests, and to the delight of the students, Marianne van Meurs decided that students could stay at Casa over the summer of 1995 - one time only.

September 1991

Marianne van Meurs became the Casa Academica Foundation’s first female director. The experienced lady stated that it was time for a new Casa. From 2005 onwards, Meurs was responsible for the construction of the new building on Eerste Ringdijk.

March 1984

In 1984, a small group of students had the innovative idea to start a bar called ‘Casa Croeg’: a smashing success. Parties and gatherings found their way into Casa’s home, and the place remains the hangout spot for residents today.

January 1980

After years of guests and student housing, it was time for an update. Between 1980 and 1984, Casa invested 1 million guilders a year for a major renovation.

April 1972

Gradus van Nieuwkuijk became the new director of Casa, and soon became one of Casa’s most popular directors. The amiable man was known for his genuine interest in students, and how he could sit and chat with them for hours.

Summer 1964

In the summer of 1964, Casa was greatly honoured to welcome the Chinese Opera from Beijing. As an experienced host, Wellink made sure the group received all the service they needed. The entire ninth floor was converted into a rehearsal department.

march 1964

New director and young hospitality professional Max Wellink was a breath of fresh air for Casa. Wellink engaged students in the process, and Casa gained its first co-ed floor. Before that, girls and boys were separated.

October 1962

31 October 1962: The official opening of Casa Academica. Even the Mayor and the Minister of Education and Culture attended the event, which was all over the newspapers: Casa is the future of Amsterdam-Oost.

November 1959

After arranging all the necessary funding, the first stone of Casa Academica was laid at James Wattstraat on 12 November, 1959.

APRIL 1957

Vier ambitieuze studenten, een symbolisch bedrag van 100 gulden en een tekort aan studentenwoningen in Amsterdam. Zo is Stichting Casa Academica ontstaan. Een hotel in de zomer en studentenwoningen voor de rest van het jaar.

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Ricardo / Revenue Executive

“Casa’s positieve omgeving sluit perfect aan bij mijn waarden, waardoor het meer is dan alleen een werkplek: het is mijn tweede thuis.”

Moïse / Sr. Meeting & Events Executive

”Casa is een plek waar zoveel te leren valt en waar fouten maken mag. Collega’s vertrouwen elkaar en staan ook altijd klaar om je te helpen.”

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