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About this property
Decorated in a modern style, this houseboat is on the Amstel River on the edge of Amsterdam's historic centre. Little Amstel offers well-equipped rooms with free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom. Overlooking the Amstel River, each room has a wooden floor and light coloured walls. Several cafes and restaurants are located in the direct surroundings of the houseboat. If permitted by weather, the terrace is open to relax and enjoy the view over the river. Rembrandtplein is a 10-minute walk. Leidseplein and Museum Square are both 2 km away. Central Station is 5 minutes by Metro from Weesperplein Station which is 5 minutes on foot.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Garden
- Heating
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Catherine
Australia
“We absolutely loved our stay at Houseboat Little Amstel! The space was bigger than we expected, super comfortable, and had everything we needed for a perfect stay. The location couldn’t have been better, and we especially enjoyed relaxing on the...” - Karl
United Kingdom
“Everything about the place was amazing the place is magical sat out on the jetty just watching the world go bye all the boats passing bye waving the Dutch are very friendly people and the location was great within walking distance to everything...” - Gillian
Ireland
“Amazing location, boat was clean, comfortable and has the most amazing views. Loved it.” - Claudia
Brazil
“Excellent location, near metro and tram stations, markets and other facilities. Comfy rooms with perfect view. Loved everything and hope to go back soon. The best location in Amsterdam.” - Anthony
United Kingdom
“I lovely cosy place with great views and in a great location. I messed-up with my check-out and they were very gracious and helpful waiting / working around me. They also recovered a watch left behind by mistake.” - Georgia
Australia
“So amazing, what a cool experience staying on a houseboat in Amsterdam, just like the locals do. Once in a lifetime opportunity! Also just a 2 minute walk to the Albert Cuyp Market and cute restaurants around. 2 min walk to a tram station which...” - Hanne
Norway
“I really enjoyed staying on the houseboat, so well organized and comfortable. So nice to stay directly on the water, waching all the different boats traveling on the river Amstel from the sumdeck outside the room.” - Deb
Australia
“The location was brilliant. Literally on the river ( as you’d expect for a houseboat). Minutes walk to Metro and three stops from all the action.” - Emily
United Kingdom
“lovely scenery, just a tram ride into the centre, clean and simple to access” - Kevin
United Kingdom
“The outdoor space was a real bonus for a stay in Amsterdam. Clean, practical, easy access to nearby tram stops, lovely view. Away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to be a perfect bolt-hole.”
Hosted by Andrew Barneveld
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Houseboat Little Amstel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
License number: Z/17/196315