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Houseboat near Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Exterior
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4807 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, NH
  • Place, Royal Theater Carre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, ARTIS
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Rembrandt Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Amsterdam

Canal Ring stay.Your stay at this Canal Ring houseboat places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Van Gogh Museum and Dam Square. Rijksmuseum and Leidseplein are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Royal Theater Carre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • ARTIS - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rembrandt Square - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Flower Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Leidseplein - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Amstel Station - 3 min drive
  • Weesperplein Station - 3 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakhuys Amsterdam - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mama Makan - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Lempicka - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪De Ysbreeker - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Five Ways Oost - ‬5 min walk

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.

unique experience in Amsterdam on the water

Houseboat near Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam
As a guest of this houseboat, you'll find an outdoor pool, a garden, and a living plant wall. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Amsterdam houseboat is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Note from host: outside on the terrace/balcony only
Air-conditioned accommodations at this houseboat offer safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include dining tables. Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: outside on the terrace/balcony only

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 807 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Wind energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: no pets allowed at AMSTEL HouseBoats

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: feel free to come with your family

Events

No events allowed
After 23:00 is quiet time

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside on the terrace/balcony only

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: after 23:00 is quiet time
This property uses wind and solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: after 23:00 is quiet time This property uses wind and solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number Z/17/358651

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Unique Experience in Amsterdam on the Water Houseboat
Unique Experience in Amsterdam on the Water Amsterdam
Unique Experience in Amsterdam on the Water Houseboat Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

How close is unique experience in Amsterdam on the water to the airport?

This houseboat is 10.6 mi (26-min drive) away from the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does unique experience in Amsterdam on the water have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

How close is unique experience in Amsterdam on the water to the beach?

This houseboat is 8.4 mi (23-min drive) from Blijburg Beach.

Does unique experience in Amsterdam on the water offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at unique experience in Amsterdam on the water?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat, but Holland Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at unique experience in Amsterdam on the water?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at unique experience in Amsterdam on the water?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does unique experience in Amsterdam on the water have a pool?

This houseboat features an outdoor pool.

Does unique experience in Amsterdam on the water have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is unique experience in Amsterdam on the water to downtown Amsterdam?

This houseboat is 1.1 mi away from Amsterdam.

unique experience in Amsterdam on the water Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lauri A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thw houseboat was wonderful. Only two complaints are that the pillows were awful and uber druvers had a hard time finding it. Otherwise it was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great spot! Close to the metro and super easy to get to Central station. Near many restaurants and grocery stores. The houseboat is very comfortable and clean, the beds are very comfortable, and had everything we needed. The best part, each morning two Coots (black and white ducks) would come to the window asking for some breakfast, so we shared a croissant. We really enjoyed the stay! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was nearly perfect. We were gone all day doing things, and when we would get home, we can sit outside with a glass of wine. It was delightfully calm.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robin m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

This was such a cool place. The accommodations were a little different than what was listed/shown, but super comfortable and worked fine for us. There’s a fridge, microwave, nespresso, toaster and kettle. And they left plenty of coffee pods for us! The dock is nice to hang on at night and passersby wave from their boats. Management is very responsive to emails and messaging via VRBO. I absolutely loved it here. It’s close to trams and Metro making public transportation easy and readily accessible.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky L., West Des Moines, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Spot to Enjoy a Beautiful City

The good: My friends & I are from the US and had never been to Amsterdam. My sister (who has lived in the area for 2yrs) suggested a houseboat would be a fun adventure. And she was right! It was more expensive than a hotel, but it had plenty of space for the 3 of us (with room to spare - we could have easily fit 2-3 more people) and it offered a safe, quiet, and comfortable retreat after each day of SO many steps (and sometimes rain). The entire house boat is so unique, charming, and perfectly sufficient in amenities. I would recommend it to any able-bodied person staying in Amsterdam for really any amount of time. We were gone for most of each day - I wish that we'd had time to enjoy the house boat more!The bad: 1) The only mirror is in the bathroom. To make it easier for multiple people to get ready in the mornings simultaneously, I would suggest adding mirrors to the bedrooms at least, if not the living room / kitchen and the hallway as well. 2) The houseboat is below street level, so it was difficult to find for Ubers and the pizza delivery guy. I knew where it was because I had looked at it on Google maps quite a bit to familiarize myself with the neighborhood. To be fair, I have no idea how it could be made easier to find. That's just a piece of reality that was a little tricky to navigate. 3) The entry stairs are steep (but sturdy) and one night, a sprinker sprayed us (outside) as we were walked down them! We laughed at the situation, but it could have ended worse ;P
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique

Great location for us. It is just on the outskirts of the center which was good for us. If you want to be in the heart of it all then this is not the best spot for you. We loved the deck in the evening having a coffee or beer watching the boats go buy.The steps up and down could be tricky for old or young folks.Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deniz D., brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good find on the canal

This houseboat is located 1/2 a block from the metro station, so getting to Amsterdam Central is a short trip. There is a grocery store three blocks south. The rental bikes are located across the bridge, a short five minute walk. We rented them for the stay and it was really enjoyable to bike around the city, especially through Vodelpark! We tried the hot tub boat - a unique experience but it did take two hours to heat the water by wood fire, and given that it was early April it was chilly. There are several cafes for eating close by, but we mostly ate throughout this amazing city. The owner/manager was great with communication and it was easy to locate and get in/out. The steep steps down to the boat would be a challenge for people who cannot easily walk/climb stairs. The houseboat was clean and as described, and you very much need a smart phone to access the property as there are many smart features. The toilet is also a bidet which decreases waste. It was lovely to rest on the dock after a long day, enjoying the evening sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Amsterdam stay

Idyllic houseboat property near city center. The outdoor space at this houseboat is to die for. Everything was very comfortable and clean, including the bathroom and shower. The bed in the living room is a Murphy bed and very comfortable. The master bedroom is gorgeous. We were able to screencast our Netflix/HBO onto the Samsung TVs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorable stay on a houseboat in Amsterdam

Our stay on the houseboat was a really enjoyable and unique experience! The boat itself was surprisingly comfortable, with ample space for our group. We particularly loved the novelty of living on the water. Despite being located near a major street, it was remarkably quiet and peaceful, which was a pleasant surprise. The location was also very convenient, offering easy access to local attractions. We're giving it 4 stars because while everything was great, there was room for a little more polish in terms of some minor amenities. Overall, a fantastic and memorable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Experience!

My wife and I truly enjoyed what was, for us, a first-ever experience of living aboard a houseboat. Like any new experience, we needed a bit of time to understand how everything worked. In short, we couldn't have asked for a better vacation and we appreciated Andrew's support and thoughtful suggestions and information when we asked for his local insights.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

E B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Once in a lifetime experience

Where else can you stay in a houseboat in the middle of the city? It is definitely a fun adventure. A few things to know: if you or anyone in your group has mobility issues this place is not for you. Steep stairs. Also you are in the city. It isn’t quiet. The hosts kindly leave earplugs but we sleep with white noise so not an issue for us. The kitchen is more of a Kitchenette. Great storage for clothing given it’s a houseboat. Management was quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalpana H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fall break

This is a gorgeous property. It is so close to the Amstel Inn. 20 min walk to the Rijksmusem and Van Gogh Museum . Plenty of space for 2 adults and teen kids
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H., Oak Ridge, NC, US

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic experience ... fun and cool

We had a fantastic experience staying on the houseboat. It had everything we needed. When we had a small issue with a hair blower that had issues, Andrew was quick to get us a new one. We loved all the room. It was on a canal with little tour boats but more small boats people rented to tour the city so the traffic going by was fun as everyone waved. We enjoyed the small cafe 100 feet down for evening wine. Only one night did we hear some thumping from the late night music there. Andrew has a great summary of the area and we tried 4 of the cafes/restaurants recommended and they were awesome. The only thing I didn't realize from the pictures is that the boat is on a busy road. I was nervous about once realized but the boat sits down below and the morning and evening business commute noise not too bad. We loved the location ... just on the edge of the main tourist areas and less than two blocks to a Metro station to get around or 10 minutes down to the Central train station. Thank you, Andrew, for making one of the stops on our Europe trip truly unforgettable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Loved our three nights at this property. It was conveniently located and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia and Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not as pleasant as we had hoped for

We wanted to experience staying on s house boat but will never do it again. It took us over an hour getting into the house with their Nukki app & no one responded to our calls for help. During the entire 3 day stay, we were unable to contact anyone. All the stairs were extremely steep so that for foot to stay on step, you had to walk sideways. The inside was clean enough but the outside decks were extremely dirty & unkept…dead unattended foliage, broken glass & duck droppings all over. Also, the outdoor furniture were dirty & had standing water in seats
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

grace d.

Canal boat experience

Booked this for a weekend as husband going to a conference. Tired of staying in expensive hotels we thought we would try a houseboat. The photos on the website were probably quite old as the property was tired: dirty grouting in the bathroom and tired looking sofa. It would be so much better if there were not wires crisscrossing lights etc everywhere. It is also next to a main road and a popular bar which were not mentioned. Having said that the novelty of staying in a boathouse beats overpriced hotels. The shower works and the bed was comfortable. Watching the world go by and feeding the moorhens from the outside platform was great. The boat was well sound proof so the noise from the bar didn’t disturb us much. All in all a good experience and would recommend - given the reasonable rate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amsterdam Houseboat

A very unique experience. The houseboat was comfortable and didn’t lack for any amenities. The location was perfect. Excellent restaurants less than 10 minute walk Museums and markets an easy 30 minute walk or a few minutes by Uber. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brilliant

The house on the canal is five stars all around. Excellent location includes local ducks. Host was gracious and attentive with outstanding communication. A fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole A., Nashville TN

Liked: Cleanliness

A Charming Canal Stay

We absolutely loved this wonderful boat! Not only we’re we able to enjoy the lovely canals of Amsterdam but we became a part of canal life! We had one issue (our fault) and it was addressed right away. The boat is strategically located to attractions and restaurants. We loved the city and we loved the boat!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and Unique Place to Stay

The houseboat was great. I had questions beforehand, and the owner responded to them promptly. The second bedroom is definitely a bit small for another adult but the master is perfect. Located close enough to a few metro stations that I was about to get around quickly. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Houseboat with Caution

The houseboat is lovely in a nice location. The main problem was the climate control. The owner controlled the climate and air conditioning remotely. There was no AC until 7 pm when it suddenly becomes so freezing it was hard to sleep. The AC is blasting until 7 AM. The nights were very uncomfortable. Had a real negative impact on our stay. We would not stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara R., Orlando FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay in Amsterdam!

This location is a truly unique & a wonderful way to stay in Amsterdam. We highly recommend. The location is perfect—a very short walk from a Metro/Tram with easy access to all points of interest in Amsterdam. The canal on which the houseboat is located is perfect - it is relatively narrow, so most of the boats that pass are smaller boats. The outdoor spaces are great, especially the floating patio, where we spent hours enjoying the summer evenings. The house has AC that came on at night when the temperature outside warranted (it’s controlled by the hosts and cannot be turned on manually). The host was extremely responsive & provided many useful restaurant & shopping recommendations, a few of which we tried & loved. The stairs from the street level to the houseboat may be a bit steep for guests with mobility issues, but there are only 6 or 7 total steps from street level to the front door of the houseboat, and we had no problem lifting pretty heavy bags up & down them. On noise, we were not surprised to have noise from the nearby bar/restaurant and from passing cars/boats, but it was not bothersome. Guests should be prepared for such noise, especially if the AC is not on and the windows need to be left open while sleeping. Overall, we were overjoyed with our stay-this is a unique way to experience Amsterdam, and we’ll never forget it. If we ever come to Amsterdam again, we’ll schedule the trip around staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S., Roseville, California

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely taste of Amsterdam

All in our party loved our stay houseboat was spacious and offered outside seating on front and rear of the boat. We enjoyed watching the passing boats and ducks and children paddling. We went for a drink next door at Amstel one evening and sat on the patio. Easy to access close by public transport to attractions and airport Beds very comfortable Definitely recommend as it was a relaxing enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023