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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 475 sq m

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Amsterdam, NH
  • Popular LocationRijksmuseum20 min walk
  • Popular LocationVan Gogh Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDam Square5 min drive
  • AirportAmsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)20 min drive

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.

unique experience in Amsterdam on the water

Riverfront Amsterdam houseboat in Canal Ring with outdoor pool
An outdoor pool, a garden and a living plant wall are available at this smoke-free houseboat. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this houseboat offers a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes dining tables. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the houseboat include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Andrew

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: outside on the terrace/balcony only

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Living plant wall

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 807 sq ft (75 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: no pets allowed at AMSTEL HouseBoats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: feel free to come with your family

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: after 23:00 is quiet time
This property uses wind and solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit 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 Z/17/358651

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Unique Experience in Amsterdam on the Water Houseboat
Unique Experience in Amsterdam on the Water Amsterdam
Unique Experience in Amsterdam on the Water Houseboat Amsterdam

About the area

Amsterdam

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Canal Ring, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam. Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include ARTIS and Nemo Science Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Heineken Experience - 13 min walk
  • Rembrandt Square - 16 min walk
  • Rijksmuseum - 20 min walk
  • Van Gogh Museum - 4 min drive
  • Dam Square - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Amstel Station - 3 min drive
  • Weesperplein Station - 3 min walk
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bakhuys - 3 min walk
  • Bar Lempicka - 4 min walk
  • Café Restaurant De Ysbreeker - 5 min walk
  • Yusu - 4 min walk
  • Kriterion - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does unique experience in Amsterdam on the water have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is unique experience in Amsterdam on the water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at unique experience in Amsterdam on the water?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at unique experience in Amsterdam on the water?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is unique experience in Amsterdam on the water located?

Located in Canal Ring, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Royal Theater Carre, ARTIS and Heineken Experience. Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Weesperplein Station is only a 3-minute walk and Wibautstraat Stop is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Loved our three nights at this property. It was conveniently located and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia and Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not as pleasant as we had hoped for
We wanted to experience staying on s house boat but will never do it again. It took us over an hour getting into the house with their Nukki app & no one responded to our calls for help. During the entire 3 day stay, we were unable to contact anyone. All the stairs were extremely steep so that for foot to stay on step, you had to walk sideways. The inside was clean enough but the outside decks were extremely dirty & unkept…dead unattended foliage, broken glass & duck droppings all over. Also, the outdoor furniture were dirty & had standing water in seats
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

grace d.

Canal boat experience
Booked this for a weekend as husband going to a conference. Tired of staying in expensive hotels we thought we would try a houseboat. The photos on the website were probably quite old as the property was tired: dirty grouting in the bathroom and tired looking sofa. It would be so much better if there were not wires crisscrossing lights etc everywhere. It is also next to a main road and a popular bar which were not mentioned. Having said that the novelty of staying in a boathouse beats overpriced hotels. The shower works and the bed was comfortable. Watching the world go by and feeding the moorhens from the outside platform was great. The boat was well sound proof so the noise from the bar didn’t disturb us much. All in all a good experience and would recommend - given the reasonable rate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amsterdam Houseboat
A very unique experience. The houseboat was comfortable and didn’t lack for any amenities. The location was perfect. Excellent restaurants less than 10 minute walk Museums and markets an easy 30 minute walk or a few minutes by Uber. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
The house on the canal is five stars all around. Excellent location includes local ducks. Host was gracious and attentive with outstanding communication. A fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole A., Nashville TN

Liked: Cleanliness
A Charming Canal Stay
We absolutely loved this wonderful boat! Not only we’re we able to enjoy the lovely canals of Amsterdam but we became a part of canal life! We had one issue (our fault) and it was addressed right away. The boat is strategically located to attractions and restaurants. We loved the city and we loved the boat!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and Unique Place to Stay
The houseboat was great. I had questions beforehand, and the owner responded to them promptly. The second bedroom is definitely a bit small for another adult but the master is perfect. Located close enough to a few metro stations that I was about to get around quickly. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Houseboat with Caution
The houseboat is lovely in a nice location. The main problem was the climate control. The owner controlled the climate and air conditioning remotely. There was no AC until 7 pm when it suddenly becomes so freezing it was hard to sleep. The AC is blasting until 7 AM. The nights were very uncomfortable. Had a real negative impact on our stay. We would not stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara R., Orlando FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay in Amsterdam!
This location is a truly unique & a wonderful way to stay in Amsterdam. We highly recommend. The location is perfect—a very short walk from a Metro/Tram with easy access to all points of interest in Amsterdam. The canal on which the houseboat is located is perfect - it is relatively narrow, so most of the boats that pass are smaller boats. The outdoor spaces are great, especially the floating patio, where we spent hours enjoying the summer evenings. The house has AC that came on at night when the temperature outside warranted (it’s controlled by the hosts and cannot be turned on manually). The host was extremely responsive & provided many useful restaurant & shopping recommendations, a few of which we tried & loved. The stairs from the street level to the houseboat may be a bit steep for guests with mobility issues, but there are only 6 or 7 total steps from street level to the front door of the houseboat, and we had no problem lifting pretty heavy bags up & down them. On noise, we were not surprised to have noise from the nearby bar/restaurant and from passing cars/boats, but it was not bothersome. Guests should be prepared for such noise, especially if the AC is not on and the windows need to be left open while sleeping. Overall, we were overjoyed with our stay-this is a unique way to experience Amsterdam, and we’ll never forget it. If we ever come to Amsterdam again, we’ll schedule the trip around staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S., Roseville, California

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely taste of Amsterdam
All in our party loved our stay houseboat was spacious and offered outside seating on front and rear of the boat. We enjoyed watching the passing boats and ducks and children paddling. We went for a drink next door at Amstel one evening and sat on the patio. Easy to access close by public transport to attractions and airport Beds very comfortable Definitely recommend as it was a relaxing enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023