Title: A houseboat in the old center Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=30098074&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire house boat # A houseboat in the old center Houseboat in Amsterdam, 9-minute walk to Dam Square ## Photo gallery for A houseboat in the old center ![Interior - A houseboat in the old center (Amsterdam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30098100/30098074/39b6f60f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, toaster - A houseboat in the old center (Amsterdam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30098100/30098074/67001051.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - A houseboat in the old center (Amsterdam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30098100/30098074/10ade613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, toaster - A houseboat in the old center (Amsterdam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30098100/30098074/c3d4a402.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - A houseboat in the old center (Amsterdam)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30098100/30098074/7f91720b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Moored on one of Amsterdam's most romantic canals, this houseboat offers a tranquil retreat with its South-facing views of 17th-century architecture. With a king-size bed and overhead window for stargazing, you'll feel at home surrounded by artwork and the soft glow of Louis XV mirrors. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire house boat 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2540 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Water view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A houseboat in the old center Back in the 1600s ! : Your houseboat is moored with its South view on one of the most romantic and peaceful canals, surrounded by a XVIIth century architecture and the Carillon of Zuiderkerk (1614) painted by Claude Monet (1874). The houseboat is for 2 guests with a king size bed 2m/1m80 with its overhead window for watching stars, surrounded by a paintings gallery and its large Louis XV mirror reflecting the South windows over the canal. You will appreciate being located in the historical area of Nieuwmarkt, 5 minutes walking distance from Central Station or 40 meters from the metro station 'Nieuwmarkt', close by the tram lines 2, 4, 11, 12, 14 and 24, and the metro line 52 at Rokin station. The hull (Praam type) and the original structure were built during "La Belle Epoque" in 1898, making it one of the oldest boats in Amsterdam. The last renovation took place in 2010 for the hull doubling and 2019 for the house but respecting its historical charm. Two times, the City Hall of Amsterdam gave to the boat the price of the most beautiful garden of the center. Wifi by internet cable. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Single level property - Thin carpet in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 540 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57734200/57734177/4a474c11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy houseboat studio in the old city center Amsterdam City Centre - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Soundproof rooms 9.0 Wonderful 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=57734177&PinnedHotelID=57734177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23280000/23272000/23271952/d798afe5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### B&B on a ship Amsterdam City Centre - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=23271952&PinnedHotelID=23271952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96750800/96750726/f1ecd757.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HouseBoat next to AMSTEL in the City Centre (1br) Canal Ring - Pool - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=96750726&PinnedHotelID=96750726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97070600/97070590/w1073h1099x7y0-f01b6a91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique houseboat with Sauna @ walking distance historic center of Amsterdam. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 0365 8743 6423 4DHF NHHE ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Houseboat Old Center Amsterdam Houseboat Old Center Old Center Amsterdam Old Center In Old Center Amsterdam Houseboat In Old Center Houseboat Houseboat In Old Center Amsterdam Houseboat In Old Center Houseboat Amsterdam ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.36962%2C4.90002&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TrAFs3YqMq1y8EvRRGjiRIOap5Y=) Amsterdam, NH #### What's nearby - Rembrandt Square \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Flower Market \- 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Dam Square \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Amsterdam Museum \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - The 9 Streets \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Nieuwmarkt Station - 4 min walk - Rokin Station - 8 min walk - Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Restaurant De Palmboom - ‬3 min walk - ‪Lagom - ‬2 min walk - ‪Pastorie Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Samrat - ‬4 min walk - ‪De Sluyswacht - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A houseboat in the old center pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A houseboat in the old center? ### What time is check-in at A houseboat in the old center? ### What time is check-out at A houseboat in the old center? ### Where is A houseboat in the old center located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A houseboat in the old center Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 151 8 - Good 28 6 - Okay 12 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 7 ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 7.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul R. 4 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic place to stay in Amsterdam This Houseboat is one of the most unique and interesting places I have ever stayed. The decor is truly unique and amazing and the location is superb. ##### Paul R. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy T. 27 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! We loved our time on the houseboat, a great location and super comfy bed. It had everything we needed and the host was very accommodating with check in and check out times. ##### Cathy T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian W. 27 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice little Houseboat The houseboat was right in the middle of central so you could basically walk to every spot. It’s also in a nice quiet area. Sometimes tour boats go by the window which was a bit odd but other than that amazing place. ##### Christian W. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### JACQUELINE C. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location This is the perfect location for the houseboat to enjoy exploring Amsterdam and everything is within easy walking distance. We loved the market just across the canal, all of the lovely places to eat and the ease of the metro. I think the pictures online are old when it comes to the houseboat. All of the living area furniture is old, ripped and broken so a comfortable place to sit is difficult. Loved the small but efficient kitchen but you need to eat standing up as there is only one chair at the small table. The other 2 chairs are marked with notes saying do not sit on me. The outside of the houseboat the top garden and the small patio desperately need to be cleaned up as they could be absolutely gorgeous but now are overgrown and with broken chairs and junk thrown around. Would have liked to have a small space in the closet (full and no room to hang anything) instead of living out of the suitcases which had to be stored in the living area. King bed was huge and spacious. The host was very responsive and was always quick to answer any questions. VRBO needs a new set of pictures or the houseboat needs a spruce up. The multiple rugs were definitely a tripping hazard especially at night when the lights were on. Absolutely loved opening the windows and enjoying the cool breeze and interacting with the tour boats/locals on the canal. Amsterdam was incredibly beautiful this time of the year and the flowers were beyond beautiful on and around the canals! ![View from the window into the canal! Perfect](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/748dd318-2b3a-4dc0-b314-96328de7b7f3-1758466808997.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Chair](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/39bf19dc-d3b0-443f-b7d3-60712e0c871b-1758466809318.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Chair conditions were poor](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9fd5daec-3ac3-4fe7-9dbd-84af271ea4ad-1758466809123.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Every comfortable piece of furniture was ripped or broken down. New furniture or need covers for living area furniture ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8ed9f651-9518-4cf3-9e31-2c3bb5718095-1758466809091.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### JACQUELINE C. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne G. 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Canal Houseboat Don't expect hotel amenities, but it was a fun adventure and we enjoyed our stay.Great location, close to many sites. Good restaurants within walking distance. Managers very helpful. ##### Wayne G. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel G. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy, Comfortable, Convenient place This houseboat is the ideal place to stay in Amsterdam. It’s fun, funky, and very comfortable. Centrally located, it’s easy to walk to all the sites and museums we wanted to see. It’s also right by a subway stop for going further. At night, open the widows and let the breezes and soft sounds of the canal waft over you ##### Daniel G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dona R. 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Canal boat in Amsterdam I was really excited to see what it would be like on a canal boat. One of the first things that happened was a pair of swans floated by. Pretty cool. The location of the boat was in the middle of everything. A great jumping off point to tour the center of Amsterdam. I enjoyed my accommodation and exploring the city. ##### Dona R. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa Y. 3 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So much personality! We loved our stay on this houseboat! The host made the check in process easy and helped us figure out transportation there. We have never seen a place like this before. There is such unique decor inside, we were discovering new fun decorations after four days of staying there! The location was also great, we able to walk to most of the places we wanted to go to. It’s about five minutes from the Red Light District and there are a lot of great shops and restaurants nearby. This was one of our favorite accommodations we’ve ever stayed in because of its uniqueness! ##### Alyssa Y. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### William 16 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The owner was extremely kind and provided great information about the surrounding area, also allowed us early entry. The location is terrific, as was the overall cost. The Houseboat, while a unique experience, was not without its problems. The existing online interior pics do not accurately reflect the current condition of the houseboat. The interior is more like a museum of the owner's artifacts and collections - everywhere, and much more clutter today than on the pics. The furniture is actually torn, tattered, or unusable. There is no place to store clothing or suitcases. The lighting, while eclectic, is inadequate. The bathroom with its slanted center floor tiles and drain could be challenging for some, and without any storage area. The positives and negatives kind of offset each other, hence the OK rating. We would look for a more upgraded houseboat if we had to do this over again. ##### William Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara B. 8 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing canal boat experience. The location for walking was great. Each day 7 swans swam by plus ducks. Few boat tours cruised by and it’s fun to wave at them or raise a glass of wine to toast them. Fun times. Very comfortable bed too. Thanks for a very pleasant stay. ##### Barbara B. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Federica G. 26 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy stay at this wonderful boat I spent a few nights at this houseboat with my boyfriend and we were really impressed by the interior design, so cozy, and artistic! We felt like being in the house of an artist from the 19th century. The position is also great, in a canal in the very center of the city, but still quiet at night. Hosts were nice and overall we enjoyed very much staying there. Definitely recommended. ##### Federica G. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Taylor K. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Couple stay in house boat Overall great location and price. My husband suffers from allergies and it wasn't transparent there was a cat that lives there when guests aren't there. Also would have appreciated more flexibility and conciseness of the check-in process since we were internationally traveling there from the states and unable to check-in earlier upon a red-eye early morning arrival then we had to meet in person which was very long and interactive. ##### Taylor K. Stayed 8 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayley O. 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unforgettable stay on the canal! My partner and I spent a week in Amsterdam and wanted a central location in a more unique accommodation than a hotel. This houseboat was perfect! The canal it’s located on is a quieter street compared to the nearby bustling shops and restaurants. We were within close biking or walking distance to everything we wanted to explore. The houseboat exterior is picturesque in the canal and charming. The interior is a collection of different antiques, trinkets, fabrics, and decor. Some may find it a bit dated but we appreciated the history, bohemian feel, and coziness. We adored waking up to the skylight above our bed and seeing ducks swim across the canal outside our window. Bathroom and kitchen amenities were satisfactory throughout our stay. We definitely would recommend the experience of staying in this amazing houseboat! ##### Hayley O. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Birgit Q. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### We left a day early. Everything was very crowded. It smelled old and musty. The inner cover of the bedding had stains so we took them out. The bathroom was clean. Good for an adventure vacation. It rained on Friday and if it had continued to rain we would have left. We only went to the houseboat to sleep and shower. By the way, the houseboat is for sale. We left a day early.. ##### Birgit Q. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Joan S. 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Very dated! Location was great & it was very quiet. But the entire unit needs major updating! Furniture had holes in the armrests & the cushions were very sunken. There were throw rugs everywhere which could be dangerous. Lighting was poor. Nothing matched! No t.v., just a computer with 1 chair to watch. No decent coffee maker. Would not book again. ##### Joan S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lori S. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet and quirky I really enjoyed staying on a Canal. I wanted an adventure but not of the wild red light district variety. Just something different. Well this was perfect for that. The space is very quirky, lights all over the place, a ships style bathroom which means the bathroom itself is the shower to save space… Tapestries cover the walls, funny little art objects. It was most unusual and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Boat tours do pass right by, but only a few in the afternoon. The canal is narrow and the street very quiet and peaceful. The one thing in the listing that is a bit misleading is that there is no outdoors space to enjoy. There's a small table with wired chairs, not very comfortable and not at all private. so Expect to spend your entire time sitting inside the boat and looking out the giant window at the water and the ducks and the occasional boat. ##### Lori S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Martha H. 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very quaint experience; VERY quaint! We enjoyed the location tremendously; and, staying on the boat added a charming ambiance to our Amsterdam experience. On the other hand, it is very tattered, dated, rickety and an electrical nightmare. Extension cords and hidden switches everywhere and very dimly lit. Floors covered with throw rugs that all overlap; the walls and ceilings covered with fabric that has been stapled on. And, used toilet paper cannot be flushed down the toilet. So, if you don't mind dealing with all the oddities, go for it. Just don't expect anything "normal" in this boat. It's an extremely unique experience staying here. My husband and I agree that we are glad we stayed on the boat but would not stay there on a return trip. ##### Martha H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### grace r. 3 May 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Great location We very much enjoyed our stay. The location is fantastic!!! Many of the canals can have a lot of foot and bike traffic, especially at night. This location is close to everything, but on a quiet canal. We loved the funky old boat, but I would caution that the photos might be unintentionally misleading. This boat is fun and funky -not elegant. Think “70s kitsch” - tapestries, mismatched prints, space blankets on the ceiling. The bed was good, the other furniture rather uncomfortable. There is no outdoor space, but the windows open out and you can sit and watch the boats and birds go by. The boat could use some simple upgrades - towels are terrible and they offer only two rather beat up pillows (we took pillows off the chairs for bolsters). It’s a boat, so it’s going to be a bit damp. Because of the way it’s appointed, it’s a bit dusty. That said, excellent location, value for the money, and a unique experience for more adventurous travelers. ##### grace r. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### David J. 11 Nov 2023 Liked: Location #### Charming but Challenging Lovely and convenient location in a quiet neighborhood. Keep in mind you will be staying on an old boat with a very boho interior. Depending on one's age and experience, you may find the accommodations delightful or not so much. It is definitely NOT like staying in a hotel room, so certain amenities you might expect will be lacking. For instance, the towels are not great and the place is heated with two space heaters, and it is dusty and a bit rickety in places. But the bathroom is reasonably clean as is the galley. I will admit that it was cold and rainy for all five nights we were on the boat, so that made for a slightly less comfortable stay. BUT it's a really interesting and authentic Amsterdam experience, and as I said, you can't beat the location. And it's kind of wonderful to have your own little "house" to retreat to with swans and ducks swimming by and a carillon ringing. ##### David J. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan P. 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A very cozy houseboat My fiancee and myself really enjoyed our stay at this accommodation, having an entire houseboat to ourselves in the middle of the historical city center was a great experience. We never had to travel far to get to the main sites to see and whenever we got tired of all the hussle and bussle of this massive city we had a place entirely to ourselves to retire in for the rest of the day. I thought the stay was very cozy and in general the houseboat was a great venue with its excentric design both in its interior and the exterior garden. One thing however i think i should mention is that it is very clear that this is infact someones home and not exclusively used as a guest accomodation. The homeowners things, namely toiletries, kitchen supplies, books and records were still very present on the houseboat. Although this was not an issue in any way as It did not bother us at all during our stay, it was just a funny detail i thought i should mention. The owner and hosts are very helpful with communication both before and during the check in, everything was nicely explained and we got lovely recommendations for museums and local restaurants. We also had the opportunity to remain in contact should we need anything during our stay but luckily did not need it. Still it was great to have such a friendly and communicative host. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our experience and would certainly come back! ##### Jan P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven 1 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This was a really fun and funky place to stay if you like different, instead of a hotel room, where you have your own kitchen and are centrally located to most things you want to do as a tourist, including the Rembrandt House museum, 2 blocks away! ✅ Versus a hotel room you will not remember, staying on this houseboat, where just finding the light switches to all the unique lamps, sconses and accent lights are an adventure that you will never forget, this is the place! 👍 While it is on a quiet block with no retail and only one small Thai restaurant anywhere close, it is not that quiet, with melodic church bells nearby and the occasional squaking coot, as well as the occasional loud reveler in the evenings, but my earplugs did the trick and the bed was comfortable and warm. The bathroom is also a trip, as is one nice large space with a low ceiling that is the toilet area, shower and sink all-in-one, but as long as only one at a time in there and you use the provided squeegee after a shower, you get used to to floor all slanting to the drain in the middle. ☺️ Lots of hot water, great water pressure and complete kitchen, utensils... What is not to like? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/48c46f7b-f76a-4317-8c43-f771880a0f8c-1764621341246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5d218802-818a-4ce8-91b2-06fc0e87e335-1764621326951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![A coot that are frequent passerbys while eating! ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/67c6f2f8-3c06-4e97-acac-4e59c152d03d-1764621323494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aa7ca0eb-4c35-4a28-b024-453443c83d98-1764621339818.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Steven Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Moira T. 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a pleasure to stay in a charming house boat on one of the quieter central canals. Eclectically furnished and comfortable it was a tranquil space to relax and watch the tour boats go by. Plenty of nice eateries and grocery stores within walking distance and easy to get to the galleries/museums on foot or by a short tram ride. The bathroom was a good size with a decent shower, the small kitchen had all of the necessary equipment to prepare food ‘at home’ although we didn’t cook. The bedroom was a good size with most of it being taken up by a large bed which was comfortable. ##### Moira T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lisa r. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Dreamy and Down-to-Earth Slice of Amsterdam Life Staying on this houseboat in the heart of Amsterdam was nothing short of magical—and wonderfully real. Every morning, we woke to the soft ripple of canal water, the sound of street cleaners doing their rounds, and the occasional curious coot peeking in. At night, the romance of the city came alive through our windows, with golden reflections dancing across the water and canal cruises gliding by like living postcards.This is true Amsterdam living—historically rooted and vividly alive. The boat itself is an eclectic, cozy tiny home with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. It’s modest but thoughtfully equipped, with quirky charm and a sense of creative soul. The location couldn’t be more central—you’re tucked right into the rhythm of the city, yet still feel like you’re in your own floating haven. If you’re looking for an experience that’s both romantic and refreshingly real, this houseboat is it. ##### lisa r. Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie C. 24 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! Within walking distance to lots of local attractions! ##### Melanie C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John S. 21 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bohemian stay Great location and atmosphere, as pictured, easy of sights and shopping ##### John S. 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