Cozy and comfortable suite on a houseboat near the historic center.

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A wooden deck with two black wire chairs, a potted plant, and a bottle of champagne on a boat.
A view through a ship's porthole of a wooden dock, a white boat, and buildings along the water.
A boat docked at a pier with a cityscape in the background.
A marina with boats docked, a building with multiple windows, and a clear sky.
A modern hotel room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with colorful cushions, a mosaic wall art, a staircase with wooden steps, and a bed with a potted plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Het Ij

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, NH
  • Place, Het Ij
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Whale
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, WONDR Experience
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam East, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, this houseboat is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The 9 Streets and Flower Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympic Stadium or Ziggo Dome. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Map
Amsterdam, NH

What's nearby

  • Het Ij - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Whale - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • De Gooyer Windmill - 9 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Noorderpark - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • WONDR Experience - 13 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Muiderpoort Station - 5 min drive
  • Azartplein Stop - 6 min walk
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barmhartig - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪SHAM Oost - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fosco - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪081 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy and comfortable suite on a houseboat near the historic center.?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy and comfortable suite on a houseboat near the historic center. on 23 Nov 2026 start from NZ$631, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center located?

Located in Amsterdam East, this houseboat is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Dam Square. The Kromhouthal and ARTIS are also within 2 miles (3 km). Azartplein Stop is 6 minutes by foot and C. van Eesterenlaan Stop is 9 minutes.

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. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location happy to be away from the centre but also close enough to easily go when you want via public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unique experience staying on a house boat. I didn’t know what to expect, but it was amazing. The hosts were so accommodating and kind. I can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful guest cabin on the water. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay in Amsterdam. Very local vibe with groceries, restaurants, public transit, and bike rentals nearby! Very quick to Amsterdam Central! would live here if I could! Great hosts and amenities to welcome us-wine,beer, coffee and teas! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place!

We loved staying on the boat, our kids (3 and 5) thought it was magical and especially loved the swing on deck. A great base for exploring Amsterdam.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay at this property

We lived staying at the house boat! If was very well located and the hosts were very welcoming. We were even able to swim off the boat! Highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a cool place to stay while visiting Amsterdam!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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All that was hoped for

Always wanted to stay on a house boat and this was perfect. It is close to transportation and convenient for shopping and food. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic!

Fantastic place to stay with the family for a trip to Amsterdam. Everything was perfect !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place to stay

Sander’s houseboat was the ideal place to spend my time in Amsterdam. The location was so convenient to get around the city, and the neighborhood was lovely. Sander and his family made check-in a breeze. The apartment is exactly as pictured, and it was a real delight to get to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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I recommend !

It was really nice to stay on board, nice and clean private space. Sander is a really cool host !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay

We began the first few days of our European trip at this cozy house boat. It was just as described and large enough to comfortably sleep 2 adults and 1 teenager. The hosts were very communicative and responsive. Location is convenient, 5 minute walk to bus/tram stop. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Dave and Charlotte

Great stay! Unique place! Seemed out of way but ten minute bus ride from end of street to downtown Amsterdam was easy. Marieke and Sander great hosts! Restaurants, grocery and bakery nearby. Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay on the Mado

My friend and I stayed on the Mado. Great location, wonderful host who always had good recommendation. Short walk to restaurants and about a 10 minutes bus ride to Amsterdam Centraal. You can start your mornings with a refreshing swim off the deck by the boat and finish it with a cocktail on deck.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfectly peaceful home for the weekend

We loved staying aboard this amazing house boat. The water was a perfect temperature for swimming, there are amazing restaurants and bars in walking distance, and you don’t have to deal with all the crazy hustle of the city. The hosts were fantastic, and full of information. We will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The houseboat was amazing and so much fun! Very quiet at night and very little movement on the ship, we slept great. Sonder was very kind and the family left us a few beverages in the fridge which were much appreciated after a long travel day. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Frances

We loved this property and found the owners very generous. I can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amsterdam House Boat MADO

If you are going to stay in Amsterdam, do not hesitate to book this boat. Great time, great views. Owners are super friendly and do the most to make sure the you have a great stay, provide help and answer any questions you might have. This location is great, short walk or bus ride to central station on bus 43 was very convenient. Made our experience in Amsterdam an exceptional time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and spacious

My friend and I absolutely loved our stay on the boat. The neighborhood is quiet so it was nice to get out of the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam Centre. The suite is spacious and very comfortable with all of the amenities you would need. Sander was very friendly and provided a lot of information about the area. The host provided welcome snacks and drinks and left fresh tulips on the table. Public transportation is very close to the dock including a free commuter ferry. We loved spending our time here and would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay in every way

The Coaster Mado will be a highlight of our European Adventure. The accommodation was perfect for 4 of us (2 adults with 2 children). The bed in the bedroom was comfortable and so was the sofa bed. The kitchen and bathroom were spotless! We had amazing weather so spent a lot of time on the boat deck and swam with the locals each day in the swimming area which is right next to the boat. The accommodation was well located to catch public transport into the centre each day and lovely and quiet to come back to. We went to the supermarket (which was very close) to get some supplies. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Experience Dutch life staying on a boat.

The Mado was a lovely place to stay on the water and easy to access central Amsterdam cheaply by frequent bus and tram.Very peaceful and away from the tourist trail. The owner is friendly and helpful and personal contact and contact via Whats App was reassuring. I stayed with my grand daughter and we each had a comfortable bed/sofa bed and there is a nice bathroom with all necessary toiletries. Nearby supermarket to buy breakfast and snacks and plenty of places to eat well. The steps into the boat are steep so you need to be physically fit! I would recommend The Mado as a lovely place to stay experiencing life on a Dutch boat and community and yet being so easy to access all attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Coaster Mado Levantkade KNSM Island Amsterdam

Very comfortable in a tremendous location on the quayside in Amsterdam Eastern Harbour. Visited on the cusp of winter otherwise would have ventured up more than once to sit on drck to watch sunset with glass of wine. Owner Sander very friendly and knowledgable. Tremendous range of books in English explaining regeneration of docklands and biography of residents living in houseboats on the water - great for a guy like me who has worked in social housing all his life! Would commend the accommodation to anyone. Thanks again, Lawrie West, Dunfermline, Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Five Stars: Perfect

We had a fantastic stay at the boat and our hosts were very welcoming. The accommodation is spacious and super clean, but also quirky and fun. It is really convenient for public transport, the number 63 bus runs frequently to Central Station and it's a 5 minute walk from the boat to the bus stop. We really appreciated the extra touches in the boat, Pringles and chocolate, perfect! Having shampoo, conditioner and shower gel was also great as we took hand luggage only. The district that the boat is in has lots of lovely food shops, a bakery that does the best cheese croissants and restaurants too. We visited the Cancun restaurant a bus ride away and had some delicious food, we highly recommend it. In short the boat was perfect, the location fantastic and we would love to return. Cat & Tony
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Best kept secret - AMAZING!

Staying on MADO was the highlight of our time in Amsterdam. It is the perfect home base: quick and easy to get to the hustle and bustle of downtown Amsterdam, but off to the side enough to be relaxing, safe, and quiet for sleeping. Sander answered all of our questions beforehand, sent recommendations of places to eat, things to do etc, and was always available if needed (although we didn't need a thing). The MADO is very clean, exceptionally comfortable, very well stocked (the treats and drinks on arrival were very much appreciated). The space is bigger than the images lead you to believe; I was afraid of feeling trapped, but not at all! Lots of windows and space in the little suite. We loved watching the locals swim and sun bath next to the boat, and the kids enjoyed swimming too. We WILL be back (and for longe next time). Thank you for a wonderful experience ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wir haben die Zeit ein dem Schiff sehr genossen. Sehr nette Gastgeber, die uns mit vielen Infos und Empfehlungen rund um Amsterdam sehr geholfen haben. Die Unterkunft ist sehr ruhig gelegen, etwas abgelegen von Trubel der Stadt. Die Anbindung zur City ist gut zu Fuß zuerreichen
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Le bel endroit

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour, le lieu est bien placé et calme. La vie sur le port est superbe. La péniche est très confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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