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Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
AU$451
avg per night

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Amsterdam-Centrum, NH
  • Anne Frank House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Dam Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Van Gogh Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
Price is AU$451 avg per night,

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About the area

Amsterdam

Amsterdam City Centre, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, is home to this bed & breakfast. The 9 Streets and Flower Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vondelpark and ARTIS. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena.

What's nearby

  • Anne Frank House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dam Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Amsterdam Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Leidseplein - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Van Gogh Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Westermarkt Stop - 4 min walk
  • Rokin Station - 17 min walk
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafeneion - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Perla - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Teds - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sonneveld - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district

The cosy room with African decorations is situated in the downstairs guest apartment of a townhouse build in 1712, located in the heart of the old city centre 'De Jordaan'.
The bedroom, situated in the basement, has a comfortable queen size bed and is surrounded by African beads. The small bathroom (shower and sink) is situated ensuite, the private toilet is located outside the room a few steps higher on the split level next to the kitchen.

The spacious living/dining/business area is the perfect place for our guests to sit down and relax, drink a fresh coffee, watch television, grab a book from the big library cupboard or make use of the fast speed WIFI to get some work done.

Please note that you'll be sharing the same entrance with the home owners, who live in the fully equipped top apartment.

To get an idea how guests experience the shared accommodation please read the following review:
"The hosts do live in the home and somewhere strike the perfect balance of providing complete privacy as well as being available should you need recommendations or assistance."

Due to the different split levels the apartment is not suitable for guests who have difficulties climbing stairs!

Guests can fully enjoy the downstairs living area and kitchen.

Use of the kitchen: our policy is as follows:
Cooking full meals: sorry!
Heating up meals in the microwave: absolutely!
Preparing cold breakfast (sandwich etc): sure!
Using the stove/oven: nope!
Fridge/freezer space: limited!
Coffee or tea facilities: complementary!
Guests staying longer than a week: full use of the kitchen!
Other requests: can be discussed in person or upon arrival!

No breakfast is served by the owners, but you can either make a simple breakfast yourself or choose to go to one of the breakfast places around the corner.

USB ports to charge your phone are available in the bedroom, no adaptor needed!

COVID 19 protocol:
We’re committed to an enhanced cleaning protocol, which was developed in partnership with experts in health and hospitality. Here’s what we’ve done to clean and sanitize the space:
We use cleaners and disinfectants, approved by global health agencies.
We cleaned, mopped and/or dusted before sanitizing.
All high-touch surfaces have been sanitized, down to the doorknob.
Each room was cleaned using extensive cleaning checklists.
We provide extra cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay if you want to.
On top of that:
We do have a smart lock with a keypad or access via the Danalock app on your smartphone
We’ll practice social distancing with guests, and encourage you to
do the same. In stead of handshakes or hugging, we’ll consider alternative no-contact greetings.
We have a 12 hour period between rentals. This waiting period is for your protection and helps to ventilate the room, to limit your exposure to aerosolized virus droplets that may be in the room.
So as you can see we took all precautions to make sure your stay at the African Lily is Covid 19 proof and as enjoyable as it can be.

When you have a cat allergy, don’t book! The home owners have a cat.

Property manager

Ellen Nagtzaam
Premier Host

Amenities

Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a zero tolerance policy to use any type of drugs inside the house.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Amsterdam Tulip Museum and Anne Frank House. Dam Square and The 9 Streets are also within 15 minutes. Westermarkt Stop and Bloemgracht Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
You really couldn’t pick a better location in Amsterdam. The house has been beautifully renovated and appointed. The hosts were very friendly and helpful with advice and recommendations. The apartment comprises a large dining area and well stocked kitchen. The bedroom is quiet and cool down a few stairs at the back of the house. There is a shared entrance alongside the dining area so it is not totally private. The toilet is up two short flights of stairs from the bedroom which could be a problem if you have mobility issues. We enjoyed sitting outside the apartment amongst the flowers watching the world go by. A good place to stay for a short visit to Amsterdam.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood! Beautiful home!
Everything was delightful. Ellen, the host, was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ally K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in Amsterdam
We had a wonderful stay at Ellen and Caesars place. The location is amazing. The place is cute and quaint with very steep stairs so be prepared.Great accommodation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ellen and Caesar were incredible hosts! Extremely friendly and hospitable. My trip to AMS was truly a 10/10 and they were a huge reason for that! The apartment is located in the most convenient location. The pictures and description of the room is exactly as described. You won't regret booking it! And I hope to return. Thanks for everything! - Vance
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute
Loved the hosts! Very kind people. The location is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what I needed
This is a spacious, clean, apartment for a couple or a single person. The neighborhood is safe, very typical Amsterdam, and within reasonable walking distance of multiple attractions. But it is not located in a crazy touristey area, which I highly valued. There is a lively bar right across the street but, fear not, noise does not make it to the bedroom at all. The kitchen is very well equipped. The hosts are a lovely local couple, always willing to help with anything you need.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy apartment in the heart of the Jordaan
The flat was exactly as listed. It's an incredibly charming, beautifully decorated home with everything one visiting Amsterdam would want for a short stay. Everything was clean and the communication with Ellen & Caesar was fantastic. They personalized our stay, and made our time in the city so wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Convenient to everything in a great neighborhood. Excellent hosts. Would stay again. We really enjoyed the property and the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James F Flanders I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful flat, gracious hosts
Perfect location, beautiful space, Ellen and Cesar were very helpful and hospitable. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dasha Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy times in Amsterdam
Ellen and Ceasar have an amazing place in the heart of Amsterdam. The design is very unique, you'll be greeted by hosts, personal welcome note on the door and a bottle of wine. Location is great (Jordaan), communication with Ellen and Ceasar is super easy, they also have a book of recommendations if you need any. We felt so comfortable that at the end of the busy day the best part was staying in and enjoying the evening with a glass of wine and some music in our Amsterdam home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth R R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific location in the Jordaan
Everything about the African Lily is just as described— a great apartment, location, and friendly owners, who live upstairs. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need, the coffee is plentiful, the entire house tastefully appointed. Caesar and Ellen are great hosts, who love their city and are eager to share their knowledge. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly enjoyed our visit to Amsterdam and our stay at the African Lily. The hosts were very warm and welcoming and took the time to make sure we were comfortable. The apartment is close to everything and we were able to walk to all of our destinations in the city. We loved staying there and will definitely be back when we are in Amsterdam again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Janice V.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Amsterdam disappointment
The clarification of stairs may not be suitable for some should be on the first line when describing your property. This was the next to last sentence. Also, the pictures posted on the site are deceiving. Not having access to say drawers in the kitchen was weird...it was obvious they lived in this rental. If you are in the bedroom 2 flights of stairs need to be climbed to get to the bathroom. I did tell the owner I was traveling with my 70 year old sister. Because of the early flight we had, I had to let my sister sleep when we arrived. We stayed 4 hours before leaving and checking into the Citadines which was fabulous, new clean studio for less money than I spent here. I think because we came from such a fabulous VRBO in London this was totally not what I expected. I honestly should have asked for a refund, a partial one should have been offered.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, quirky, fascinating place
A well-located apartment with functions on three levels, filled with wonderful African artwork and books. The host is very friendly and helpful. The staircase to his apartment upstairs does look onto the rental apartment’s living room. Cozy bedroom, washer dryer, well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thoms K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jordaan Home
Caesar and Ellen are great hosts. The apartment is very clean and includes everything you need for an independent stay. The location makes it easy to explore the neighborhood and to access the rest of the city either on foot or using the extensive bus and tram network. The unit does include some short tricky stairs, but we got used to them quickly. Caesar advised us on the best way to reach attractions and ordered a car service to take us to the airport. If we return to Amsterdam, we will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
African Lily
My husband and I recently had the pleasure of staying at the African Lily during our vacation in Amsterdam and it exceeded all of our expectations! We especially loved the location, easy walk to the tram, Anne Frank house and canals. We enjoyed getting to explore hidden gems and restaurants within Amsterdam that we wouldn't have discovered otherwise. Ellen and Caesar were wonderful hosts and a pleasure to chat with to get great local recommendations. We will definitely be recommending staying at the African Lily to any of our friends going to Amsterdam. =)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the African Lily. It was in a great neighborhood only a moments walk away from the busy areas of the city. Both hosts were great to chat with, informative, and easily accessible if needed. The home is a great layout, with everything you may need to enjoy your stay. We plan to visit Amsterdam again, and will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin B., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful flat with great kitchen
This is a very special place in central Amsterdam. The neighborhood is safe. The flat has numerous special design considerations that reflect the artistic interests of the owners. We loved it! The kitchen is fully-featured and includes concrete counter tops and a six-burner gas oven.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Vrbo experience …
Ellen was a wonderful host. Very helpful with directions, arranging airport car services. The place was spotless and very quiet. Will definitely stay here again. The Jardeen district is so peaceful yet, close enough to paint the town ‘Red’ if you’re into that. Thank you Ellen!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoshiko M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amsterdam
Great location and great host
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Spencer N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning apartment, charming owners
Ellen and Caeser were so kind and excellent hosts. Would definitely stay again if we were in town! Close to everything and out of the hustle and bustle which is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts in a great location
Ellen and Ceasar were wonderful hosts. There place was in the best part of Amsterdam and gave us great local tips and went out of their way to make our stay memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot in Jordaan!
Highly recommend staying here! Ellen was super communicative and accommodating when we arrived and throughout our entire stay. The location was perfect and the entire apartment was very quaint and cozy! A bit of a tight space but my husband and I made it work. Overall, amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in excellent neighbourhood
Ellen and Caesar were excellent hosts - they were friendly and helpful with the entire check-in process. The home was beautiful and situated in an excellent neighbourhood. Couldn’t have asked for a better location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The African Lady
Lovely location. Easy to get to the tram. Room has shower attached. Toilet is up 2 small flight of stairs. Ellen and Caesar were excellent hosts! Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023