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Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam

Houseboat in Amsterdam, near Dam Square

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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)
  • Place, Nieuwmarkt Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nemo Science Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dam Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, 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

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.

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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 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
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 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/biking trails and cycling.
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Amsterdam, Nederland (+31)

What's nearby

  • Amsterdam Chinatown - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nieuwmarkt Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sexmuseum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nemo Science Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dam Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 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

  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪VOC-Café De Schreierstoren - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toko Dun Yong - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ontbijtzaal Amrâth Amsterdam - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sea Palace - ‬8 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 and Dam Square. 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. 140 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 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

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Han was an excellent host. One of the best VRBO experiences we have had.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for the 2025 Dutch F1 GP.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Hubert C.

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

Thoroughly brilliant boathouse stay

Han was extremely helpful and the stay was fantatstic. Brilliant position in central Amsterdam. Loved the boat. Comfortable, warm and clean. Characterful to say the least. The added benefit of having bikes supplied for us to use was very much appreciated. Thankyou Han.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolin W.

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

Fab houseboat!

Thoroughly enjoyed our wee stay on Bamboo Boat. The location is super central so just perfect for us. The boat is more roomy than the photos make it appear. Was clean and comfy and a fun place to stay. It would be tricky if you have limited mobility. You can’t cook on the boat, not a bother for us as we were out and about the entire time. Otherwise the kitchen is well kitted out with 2 fridges, wee dishwasher, coffee machine, toaster. Great to have the bikes too. Han was super responsive and helpful before and during our visit. Thanks Han :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

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

JoAnn W.

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

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

Sabine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles perfekt
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What an amazing experience staying on a house boat in Amsterdam! The boat is beautiful inside and Han was an extremely good host. I highly recommend this opportunity. The boat is truly just a short walk from the Central Train Station so you’re in the heart of the city. This experience made Amsterdam so much more enjoyable and memorable. Thank you Han for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silke A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
eine tolle Unterkunft in super Lage. Von der Anreise bis zur Abreise hat alles perfekt geklappt und der Austausch mit dem Vermieter war ebenfalls super.Danke auch für die tollen Tips, wir kommen definitiv wieder!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of stairs. Totally worth it. It was the cool experience I thought it would be. Perfect location. Han was very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ferry (Han's friend/helper) was so kind and welcoming. He helped us carry our bags into the boat and oriented us to living on the boat. He even put some drinks in the fridge to welcome us. He was very responsive to questions. The boat was beautiful. You can see a lot of love went into the craftsmanship. The beds were very comfortable - great mattress toppers meant we slept really well! There was much more room than we expected on a boat - and 2 bathrooms! (One must climb up and down a ladder to get to the kitchen / main bedroom, so if you're not good with ladders, this may not be the place for you. For us, it was part of the adventure.) Loved looking out the window at the canal. Drinking coffee on the deck in the morning was also lovely. Can't say enough nice things about Ferry and Han.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall this was a wonderful stay. The houseboat was tidy and offered enough space for our family of four. Hans had great communication and his friend Ferry assisted greatly with our arrival. The location is super close to the train station and had lovely views of Amsterdam.Few things- this is a houseboat. If you are expecting a 5 star hotel then you should get one of those. The bathrooms are small and while there is plenty of living space, there are ladders to climb down and one of the bedrooms is in a port cubby. It's exactly what you would expect staying on one. We are large folks and while it did make some if the experience a little tricky, we understood that was part of the charm. Check in was easy, wifi access was easy and it was very walkable to some of the cool things amsterdam has to offer. We only took two cars- to the Van Gough Museam and the airport. The rest of the stay was VERY walkable, with a grocery store close by as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

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

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

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

Christiana E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es war ein rundum schöner Aufenthalt.Das Hausboot liegt in einer wirklich schönen Lage direkt am Wasser. Was auch nachts durch die Lichter einen besonderen Flair hatte.Han war ein toller Gastgeber .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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