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Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam

Houseboat in Amsterdam, near Dam Square

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Interior
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Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, Nederland (+31)
  • Dam Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Anne Frank House
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Van Gogh Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪20 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

Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam

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

Property manager

Han
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Amenities

Water view
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Amsterdam City Centre, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam. The area's natural beauty can be seen at ARTIS and Vondelpark, while Van Gogh Museum and Amsterdam Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Amsterdam, Nederland (+31)

What's nearby

  • Dam Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Anne Frank House - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Leidseplein - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Van Gogh Museum - 6 min drive - 2.7 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. Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and Rembrandt Square are also within 1 mile (2 km). Amsterdam Central Metro Station is only a 5-minute walk and Nieuwmarkt Station is 7 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. 131 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

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

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it!!! Such a special experience! Located in a central area but so quiet and with a nice ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Treva B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience the unique boat life in Amsterdam! Han is an amazing host! We loved using the bikes he includes with your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Hans canal boathouse. Fantastic location and friendly helpful and generous host. The boat is really unique, very clean, well equipped and comfortable with a gorgeous view and lots to look at, boats going by. Great outdoor area. Han had complimentary beer, wine, juice and milk for us in the fridge and specially delivered some stroppewaffels. We highly recommend Hans boathouse and we would book it again. Thank you so much Han.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan P.

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

The Perfect Place To Stay

We love staying here whenever we're in Amsterdam! Everything about this boat is perfect! Nothing beats sleeping on the water and waking up to the view every morning. Book it, you won't regret it :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Everything TOP

What to say....everything is over the top. Thanks Han !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Amsterdam on the water

Quirky houseboat with a central location and great views.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Arnie R.

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

House boat

This house boat served us very well. We weren’t sure what to expect but Han was informative and helpful. The location was perfect, on the water, close to the train station and we walked all over Amsterdam. We would return if the occasion arose.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline V.

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

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

Ian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay on the Bamboo Boat. Han was a gracious host and responded to our queries in a timely manner. The Boat was clean and in a great location for access to Central Station and all the districts. Great for exploring. The bonus for us were the bikes. The views from the sun deck and living space were fabulous. Wonderful for kicking back after busy days seeing the sights. The Boat was quiet and peaceful especially at night. The bed comfortable. We had no trouble sleeping! As for cooking on board, we had no plans but for those who do be aware there is no cook top or oven, only a microwave, toaster, kettle and single hot plate - (City ordinance prohibits flammable fuels on board.) All in all a great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

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

Amy B.

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

Evan G.

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

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

Cristine G.

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

Benjamin

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

Greg E.

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

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

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was in the perfect location, very spacious, & a terrific view! Han was very accommodating & the bikes were a great bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

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

Erin T.

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

Wonderful stay

Unique experience in centre of Amsterdam. Han has thought of everything. Comfortable beds, excellent coffee, lovely outdoor space. Kids loved their tiny bunkhouse. We loved the views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

Great Experience

The apartment is unique and in a spectacular and very central location. Han was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth K.

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

Stay in August 2023

My family of four enjoyed our stay immensely. We were delayed by lost luggage and Han waited for us to make sure we got situated. The boat was great fun, well equipped and exactly as described. The location is very convenient, and the views from the boat are amazing. Highly recommend to anyone staying in Amsterdam!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

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

Fantastic House Boat With Centralized Location

House boat was fantastic! Han was a great host and has done some great personal customized carpentry and other nice features to his house boat. The place is well put together and very convenient walk from Centraal Station and many other attractions in Amsterdam. We came with our 2 elementary aged boys and they loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yamuna W., United Kingdom

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

Perfect location and lovely host

The boat is absolutely gorgeous and in a perfect spot! Our host was very hospitable and had also provided us with a very generous welcome pack. Waking distance from everything and incredibly quiet and peaceful. Travelling with teens so the extra shower and toilet came in very handy ! We will be back :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicklas V.

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

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

Kyle H.

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

We enjoyed our stay!

We enjoyed Han‘s place very much. It was very convenient to Amsterdam within walking distance of many things. The bed was very comfortable. If I was to suggest any changes, it would be to get a microwave. We could have used it once or twice. Thank you very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Han

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English, German, Dutch

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