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Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam

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Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.
During your stay at this houseboat, you're just a quick walk from St. Nicholas Church.
  • Free WiFi
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Dam Square and ARTIS

Property manager

Han

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 03636261451D7F260425

Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

talitha t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Stay on the Bamboo Houseboat
What a delightful little houseboat! Three friends and I stayed here for three nights during our trip to Amsterdam, and it was such a memorable experience. Han, our host, was incredibly kind—he greeted us upon arrival and even helped us carry our large suitcases onto the boat (which was no small feat given the precarious path!).He gave us a quick tour, explained how to use the four bikes available for our use, and had thoughtfully stocked the fridge with some drinks to welcome us. From that moment on, the Bamboo Houseboat was ours to enjoy.The location is fantastic—peaceful and quiet, yet within easy walking or biking distance to Central Dam. The view from the boat looks out over the newer part of Amsterdam, offering a lovely contrast to the city's historic charm.Inside, the houseboat was clean, spacious, and the beds were super comfortable. I’d absolutely stay here again if I return to Amsterdam!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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., St Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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., Mankato, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Amy W., Scituate, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Remarkable Experience!
My husband and I were traveling with another couple to Amsterdam and were looking for a unique lodging experience. This was the perfect place for the four of us. The boat was warm, comfortable and had everything we needed. Han met us at arrival and showed us around. He left us with fresh cut flowers and beverages and was available if we needed him. The location is so close to everything but very quiet. We can't imagine staying anywhere else when we go back. Thank you Han - hope to see you again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Carolin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Valerie C., Honolulu, HI

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and Enjoyable Experience!
Han is a wonderful host and his house boat was great! Our kids enjoyed their sleeping nook, and we also slept well. It was nice having our own space and it felt calm and peaceful on the boat even though we were only a short walk from the hustle and bustle of the city. The boat has everything you need; I just had to learn to navigate in the small boat bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view and location!
We stayed on the houseboat for three nights and greatly enjoyed our stay! The boat accommodated four of us easily, beds were comfortable, and it was a luxury to have two bathrooms. Han was a superb host who met us on site when we arrived to show us around, stocked the boat with coffee and drinks, provided four bikes free of charge, and put out fresh cut flowers. The location was amazing just minutes from the train station, restaurants, and museums yet in a quiet location with a peaceful view of the waterfront. There was even a friendly neighborhood cat who came by to visit. We definitely recommend this boat if you are planning a trip to Amsterdam!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yamuna W., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
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