Title: unique experience in Amsterdam on the water - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire house boat # unique experience in Amsterdam on the water Riverfront houseboat in Amsterdam with an outdoor pool ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60180000/60171100/60171008/5a69083e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60180000/60171100/60171008/d55e5030.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60180000/60171100/60171008/1d744791.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60180000/60171100/60171008/cd73e2c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60180000/60171100/60171008/7f52c865.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Rembrandt Square and ARTIS, unique experience in Amsterdam on the water provides amenities like a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this houseboat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire house boat 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Pool - Breakfast available - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 Riverfront houseboat in Amsterdam with an outdoor pool An outdoor pool, a garden, and a living plant wall are available at this smoke-free houseboat. Limited housekeeping is available. 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. Recreational amenities at the houseboat include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## 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 - Housekeeping (limited availability) - 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 ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90680000/90670300/90670240/e6132f6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam Amsterdam City Centre - Free WiFi - Water view 10 Exceptional 148 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=90670240&PinnedHotelID=90670240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69680700/69680672/31947f4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Houseboat with private studio near downtown and Rai in the middle of urban greenery Amsterdam South - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available - Water view 9.8 Exceptional 51 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=69680672&PinnedHotelID=69680672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96750800/96750726/f1ecd757.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HouseBoat next to AMSTEL in the City Centre (1br) Canal Ring - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=96750726&PinnedHotelID=96750726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88910000/88901000/88900948/3ed93d73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central, cosy and modern appartment in Houseboat. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation 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 ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Canal Ring, a neighborhood in Amsterdam. The area's natural beauty can be seen at ARTIS and Vondelpark, while Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. [Visit our Amsterdam travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Amsterdam.dx178229) [View more Houseboats in Amsterdam](https://www.expedia.ca/Amsterdam-Houseboats.d178229-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=52.359768,4.900574&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:skr%7EHqc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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8PkmfrYr0Rz8gZh8WMx23OK8XFk=) Amsterdam, NH ### What's nearby - Heineken Experience - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Rijksmuseum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Dam Square - 4 min drive - 1.9 km - Leidseplein - 5 min drive - 1.9 km - Van Gogh Museum - 5 min drive - 2.0 km ### Getting around - Amsterdam Amstel Station - 3 min drive - Weesperplein Station - 3 min walk - Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bakhuys - ‬3 min walk - ‪Mama Makan - ‬6 min walk - ‪Bar Lempicka - ‬4 min walk - ‪De Ysbreeker - ‬5 min walk - ‪Kriterion - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does unique experience in Amsterdam on the water have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is unique experience in Amsterdam on the water pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at unique experience in Amsterdam on the water? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at unique experience in Amsterdam on the water? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is unique experience in Amsterdam on the water located? > Located in Canal Ring, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Royal Theater Carre, ARTIS, and Heineken Experience. Van Gogh Museum and Rembrandt Square are also within 1 mi (2 km). Weesperplein Station is only a 3-minute walk and Wibautstraat Stop is 6 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## unique experience in Amsterdam on the water Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 42 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris R. Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Chris R. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ginger F. Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Ginger F. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jonathan W. Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Jonathan W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave M. Mar 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Dave M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kalpana H. Nov 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ##### Kalpana H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### linda w. May 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Houseboat My friend and I truly enjoyed this unique accommodation on the houseboat. We had easy access to public transportation and the houseboat was tremendous. The Host was very responsive and we highly recommend staying here. ##### linda w. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob R. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Rob R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David T., Snowmass Village, Colorado Jan 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Spacious easy to access metro ##### David T. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### benjamin M. Aug 8, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Frist. Three days of of our Euro teip Property was very clean and unique. Andrew our host helped me to reschedule and was easy to communicate with ##### benjamin M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lili L. Apr 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very responsive to any questions Easy access the both the metro and trams. There is a delight coffee shop/bakery a short stroll from the houseboat. There is a Lidl grocery store also near to the location. Because it was close to the train and tram we were able to get to any location easily. ##### Lili L. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth K. Aug 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Elizabeth K. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen B. Jun 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Experience Amsterdam on a House Boat House boat was incredible experience in Amsterdam. The location was excellent we were able to walk (within 30 Minutes) to all the museums, canal tours etc. The houseboat had plenty of room for us, and a nice coffee maker, which I really appreciated it. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants the Amsterdam experience. ##### Karen B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucas P. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Lucas P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carole A. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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!!! ##### Carole A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### E B. Feb 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### E B. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa Z. Mar 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay here! We LOVED our stay on the houseboat. We were able to drop bags off a little earlier than our scheduled check in. Unfortunately, the cleaning crew was still cleaning when we returned at our check in time. The location was easy and accessible to busses and trains. This was our favorite VRBO while in Europe!! ##### Vanessa Z. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris G. Jun 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amsterdam family vacation The houseboat was a perfect place to stay in Amsterdam. Very close to public transportation, so you can get anywhere in the city quickly and easily. The property reflected the charm of the city and was larger than we expected. The design made excellent use of the space. There was a small deck in the front, back and even on the side. We would highly recommend. ##### Chris G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirstin J. Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Kirstin J. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### stuart t. Mar 27, 2023 Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beware Boat is moored beside a busy 4 lane road not good for a peaceful night’s sleep Host requested another 75€ per night to unlock the second bedroom Some lights not working and all kitchen cupboards were locked so no cooking !!! ##### stuart t. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mary S. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Mary S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill H. Sep 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Bill H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky L. May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/68961f5f-7395-453b-be0e-f5d3c52a48cf-1748351682873.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Becky L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### grace d. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### 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. ##### grace d. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Patricia and Timothy S. Oct 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### 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 ##### Patricia and Timothy S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George Jean S., Sonoma, California, United States Dec 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amsterdam on Little Amstel Houseboat The houseboat is much larger than it appears in the pictures - especially the living room/kitchen and bathroom. There are outside patios in the front and back and each end. Views from every window were like a living picture. The location is very secure with a coded gate and digital key for the door. They provided a comprehensive laminated guide to everything you could think of (and some you didn't) you might need and super helpful information. There were 2 Nespresso machines and 2 electric kettles which was great for 4 adults. The beds were super comfortable too! There are tv's in the living room and the master bedroom - which was great to catch up on world news in the morning. Location is beautiful, across little Amstel from the Amstel Hotel/Intercontinental but does get a bit of road noise but nothing that keeps you up. It is located walking distance from many Amsterdam highlights and within a block of most metro stops. Recommend this location for a change of pace and to "live" in Amsterdam while you are visiting. Enjoy! ##### George Jean S. 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