Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam

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Houseboat in Amsterdam, near Dam Square

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

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Free WiFi

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Amsterdam, Nederland (+31)

Dam Square
‪15 min walk‬
Amsterdam Museum
‪19 min walk‬
Anne Frank House
‪5 min drive‬
Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property

Houseboat in Amsterdam, near Dam Square

This smoke-free houseboat features Internet access and bike parking. Change of bedsheets is available on request

Guest accommodation at this houseboat offers a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Property manager

Han

Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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A view from the balcony ( room 1) - beautiful 17th-century Canal Houses

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Washer
Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 03636261451D7F260425

About the area

Amsterdam

Amsterdam City Centre, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, is home to this houseboat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at ARTIS and Vondelpark, while Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena.

Amsterdam, Nederland (+31)

What's nearby

Dam Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Amsterdam Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Anne Frank House - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Van Gogh Museum - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

Amsterdam Central Metro Station - 5 min walk
Amsterdam (ZYA-Amsterdam Central Station) - 8 min walk
Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪WebmasterAccess - ‬5 min walk
‪Ontbijtzaal Amrâth Amsterdam - ‬1 min walk
‪Sea Palace - ‬6 min walk
‪Eetcafé Snackbar Centraal - ‬3 min walk
‪City Café (Mint Hotel) - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of St. Nicholas Church, Dam Square and ARTIS. Anne Frank House and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam are also within 1 mile (2 km). Amsterdam Central Metro Station is only a 5-minute walk and Nieuwmarkt Station is 7 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Emma J.

16 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most beautiful stay

Han was absolutely incredible, the houseboat was gorgeous and very centrally located. Wish we could’ve stayed longer, highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amsterdam Canal Boat

A central location to enjoy Amsterdam’s sights. Our host was very responsive to any enquires.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline V.

22 Jan 2025

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Unforgettable

Everything was perfect and the location was spectacular - Han was a great host making our stay extra special !

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

31 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boat with a view

Had been to Amsterdam but not stayed on a boat. This was a wonderful option and it gave us the perspective of being on one of the many homes you could live in floating on a camel. Loved it. Location location location.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

5 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great "Amsterdam" experience! Very close to the main train station with great views of the harbor. Host (Han) was super nice and very flexible with our last minute booking and late arrival. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique, Dutch experience! Boat was very comfortable and had ample room for our party of 3. Refrigerator available, but no cooking appliances and you must be able to climb steep steps/ladder, so not a good option for mobility-challenged. Wifi was good.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marg H.

24 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicklas V.

23 Oct 2024

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A dream in the middle of Amsterdam

The houseboat with its location in the center of Amsterdam is truly unique and highly recommended. Everything your heart desires is within easy reach on foot or by bike. Apart from the occasional siren, we sometimes didn't even feel like we were in a city. The houseboat is very clean and well maintained and Han is a super friendly host who is happy to help with advice. We really enjoyed it and therefore I am happy to give it a 10/10 rating. We will definitely come back. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julien N.

10 Sept 2024

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Très bien, bon emplacement

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bastian K.

4 Sept 2024

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Schöner Ort mitten im Zentrum

Perfekt für ein Kurzbesuch in Amsterdam. Alles zu Fuß zu erreichen. Ich hatte meine Tochter (5 Jahre) dabei und auch sie hatte einen tollen Urlaub auf dem wunderbaren Boot. Die Nespressomaschiene inkl Caps waren morgens sehr angenehm.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume M.

13 Aug 2024

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Super séjour. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristine G.

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bamboo boat stay in Amsterdam.

What a fun time, very unique stay in a boat. Lots of room for 3 of us and the deck was so awesome to sit and have a beverage after a day of sightseeing. Han was a great host and was very helpful with our stay and getting us around. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laverne M.

20 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time spent in houseboat amazing

Han was an exceptional host. Even though we were 12 hours late getting to the houseboat. He was waiting for us and assisted us with our luggage and made sure we were comfortable. The houseboat was awesome. The location was amazing. We were within walking distance of restaurants and shops. The train station and Nemo Science museun were within walking distance also. We had all the conveniences you could ask for on the boat. It was nice to be able to sit on the patio and watch the boats go by. Han wven provided beer, wine, milk and juice for us. And the welcoming flowers were a plus. The only down side is if you have trouble going up and down. We are in our 60s and our grand is 6 and we had no problem. And we are not highly active. But it is something to think about. Overall the experience and location made up for all. And Han was awesome. If we ever come back to Amsterdam we will definitely stay here again. Thank you Han for an amazing 4 days in a houseboat.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

13 July 2024

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Perfect Stay on the Perfect Boat

From start to finish our stay with Han was fabulous! He was in contact before our arrival and was flexible when we had a train delay. The boat is conveniently located near Central Station and it was a short walk with our luggage to the houseboat. He greeted us upon arrival and gave us a short tour of the boat and also advised locations of grocery stores, and other must have places. He also showed us the bikes that we could use. The four of us (2 adults and 2 kids 11/14) did end up using the bikes to go to the store and they were very convenient. The boat was well kept, quiet and appointed with everything we needed during our stay. The location was great for getting around and our kids even swam in the bay! Thanks for being such a great host, Han!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coralie F.

2 July 2024

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Parfait

Logement atypique très agréable

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

16 June 2024

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Something different in a great location

We wanted a different experience than the usual apartment and Han’s boat was it. Very clean and comfortable but requires some agility to move around…after all, it is a boat. Han was a great host and the location is a short walk to just about everywhere we wanted to go. I highly recommend Bamboo Boat if visiting Amsterdam

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jochen G.

14 June 2024

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Hausboot, mal was anderes!

Han ist ein super Gastgeber! Sehr freundlich, unkompliziert und hilfsbereit. Wir konnten auch 4 Fahrräder nutzen und haben die Stadt damit erkundet. Die Schlafkajüte der Kinder ist recht eng (bzw. niedrig), die Kinder fanden es aber toll. Das muss man einfach nur wissen. Das Feeling, auf einem Hausboot zu sein, fanden wir toll. Bei gutem Wetter kann man den kleinen Außenbereich super nutzen und einen Drink am Wasser genießen.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

3 June 2024

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Great location and views

Nice, well maintained houseboat with everything in good condition. There are lots of windows and skylights so the boat is not dark. The boat has heating for the winter. The host is extremely nice and stored our luggage for us when we arrived at 11am from our flight. He also rushed the cleaning so we could check in early and nap—wonderful first place to stay after a long flight. There was a large supply of coffee pods for the machine which was appreciated! The area is very quiet after 10pm, the views from the boat are ideal with an outside sitting area. There are bikes you can use to explore the city. It is only 8-10 min walk from central station (follow the instructions emailed, not Google maps) and there are grocery stores within a 10 min walk. There is a short ladder that you need to use to access the main bedroom/living area and the 2nd bedroom requires some dexterity to access so you need to have full mobility. This is a wonderful place to stay for families (especially teenagers), and young couples with plenty of space to spread out and relax. I highly recommend taking a bike tour outside the city to see some of the countryside—most tours start in walking distance from this place.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shell B.

27 May 2024

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An exceptional experience!

I cannot recommend Han's houseboat enough. We spent a delightful week and it was a real WOW experience. After long days exploring Amsterdam, the cool breeze off the water and gentle rocking of the boat was remarkably relaxing. Many of the major tourist sites are within walking distance. Centraal Station is only a ten-minute walk, and from there you can go anywhere. Even with four of us, the houseboat was spacious and had everything we needed. The location was serene and the beds were wonderfully comfortable. Han was very responsive and even had beautiful flowers and beverages for us upon arrival. Do not miss the opportunity to enjoy this gem!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

9 May 2024

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Perfect location

The location was great and it was nice to wake up on the water

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn W.

2 May 2024

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Wonderful experience!

This was a really cool place to stay. Han was a terrific host, very welcoming and accommodating. He met us at the end of his little road and even carried my suitcase to the boat. Han acclimated us to the boat, explaining where everything was, and how to take care of the boat. He had flowers throughout the space, and had some beverages in the upstairs refrigerator. The main Iiving space has a couch, a desk, small refrigerator, kitchen sink and hot pot. From here one can access one sleeping area and one bathroom. Down a ships ladder to a larger space, with another sleeping area, eating table, bathroom, closet, kitchen area, and sitting area. The kitchen does not have a cooking stove, Han told us rental boats cannot have them. But there was an espresso machine, toaster, refrigerator, dishwasher, hot plate, lots of cookware, dishes, and silverware. The outside area was lovely, with comfortable seating. It was the perfect place to watch the Kings Day festivities, with lots of boat traffic in front of the boat. The boat was very clean and well equipped. Central station , grocery stores and attractions were within walking distance. Although perfect for us, those with mobility issues, and claustrophobia, would find it a challenging place to stay. Han lives in half the boat and is available if, and when, you need him. But he is very respectful of your privacy.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan G.

22 Apr 2024

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Excellent stay in a great location

Full of character - quirky, in a good way! - and in a wonderful location convenient for Amsterdam Centraal. Clean, comfortable, with a friendly and helpful host. Great all round!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

20 Apr 2024

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Awesome stay

Loved it !!!!!! Absolutely fabulous. Loved the bottle of wine and warm welcome as we arrived. Was peaceful right in the heart of the city.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

18 Apr 2024

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Convenient and cool houseboat

Our two adults and two kids (3 and 7) had a great time in a week on this houseboat. There was plenty of space — the kids took the “lower” bedroom and the adults took the one adjacent to the dining and kitchen area. The inside was cozy and comfortable whatever the weather (highly variable from sun to hailstorms!) and we enjoyed hanging out on the deck when the weather allowed. The owner, Hans, was always available and was helpful throughout the stay, from meeting us at check-in to when we needed ice after our younger daughter bumped her face. We didn’t use the bikes much because we rented ones with child seats, but I did ride one to the store after we returned our rentals and it was ten times better! A great asset to have on hand. Would gladly stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

6 Apr 2024

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Claudia

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Han ist ein sehr guter Gastgeber. Wir wurden mit Blumen und Getränken empfangen. Der Weg vom Bahnhof ist kurz. Die Fahrräder waren prima. Im Sommer kann man sogar vom Boot aus Baden.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anja S.

3 Apr 2024

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Toller Urlaub in Amsterdam

Das Hausboot ist ideal für alle, die zentral zur Innenstadt von Amsterdam wohnen wollen. Der direkte Blick auf die Amstel und das Nemo-Museum vom Boot aus (dieses liegt in erster Reihe) ist ein absolutes Highlight dieser Unterkunft. Ansonsten ist die Unterkunft relativ großzügig für ein Hausboot, es gibt sogar 2 Badezimmer. Wir haben unseren Urlaub dort genossen, Han war ein hilfsbereiter Gastgeber!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

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Hosted by Han

Languages:

English, German, Dutch

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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