Where to stay in Amsterdam
City breaks guide to cheap hotel accommodation in Amsterdam
Amsterdam has a wide range of hotel accommodation from top-end luxury to trendy boutique hotels and cheap hostels. Cheap hotels in Amsterdam can be harder to find because demand is so high.
Groups and families might prefer self-catering apartments or bed and breakfast to hotel rooms, while younger visitors usually opt for cheap hotels, hostels and camp sites.
If you're looking for accommodation in Amsterdam, a good starting point would be to check out Ciao Travel. You can read reviews and compare prices for all the best Amsterdam Hotels.
Perhaps because the city has a small geographical spread, there never seem to be enough hotel rooms in the best tourist locations so it is well worth checking on availability before arrival, especially when looking for cheap hotels in Amsterdam.
It's always best to book in advance, and particularly so for weekend visits and for Amsterdam festival events. Due to this problem, tiny 'cubis' rooms - little more than a bed - are now being offered at a number of hotels.
For cheap Amsterdam hotels, check out Travel Republic, the UK’s number one independent travel website. Travel Republic offers a vast range of low cost, scheduled and charter airlines and can offer cheap accommodation at over 200 hotels in Amsterdam. Whether you’re looking for a value for money self-catering apartment or a luxury suite in a five star hotel this site is well worth a look. The site offers total flexibility and you really can save a fortune.
Amsterdam self-catering apartments are plentiful and normally have a private entrance and fully equipped kitchen. They range from the very simple to luxurious canal apartments in the city centre.
If you can't find cheap hotels in Amsterdam then hostels are the cheapest option and are popular with students and backpackers happy to share a room or dormitory. Most youth hostels are in the city centre. There are a couple of 'youth' camp sites worth considering plus a family site which is better for touring caravans and mobile homes.
Budget hotels also offer friendly and cheap accommodation in Amsterdam as do coffeeshops and pubs. The hostel-type accommodation often comes with private room, with many right in the heart of Amsterdam. Hostel-style studios and apartments range from the cheap and basic to the luxurious and stylish.
Check out this site for Youth Hostels in Amsterdam
English-style bed and breakfast is starting to catch on in Amsterdam. Some agencies rent apartment houses for bed and breakfast but with Amsterdam full of cafes and breakfast bars, many of the so-called Amsterdam B&Bs don't actually serve breakfast; it's provided at the local cafe.
If you are looking for quality B&B accommodation, we recommend looking for somewhere in the northern tranquil part of Amsterdam. The Arrantea Guest House is a prime example, being only a short bus ride from the city centre.
Parents might prefer to avoid the tourist crowds and the Red Light District. The Vondelpark area, with entertainment for children in the park, is ideal. Some of the houseboats in Amsterdam also make good family accommodation. Some were actually built as floating apartments, others have been converted from vessels and are now moored permanently on the Amsterdam city canals.
Self-catering business apartments are available in Amsterdam centre and are normally equipped with a desk, internet access and telephone. Business apartments can be rented for longer stays. For larger groups of 10 or more, it's worth contacting a specialist travel agent.
Most of the conferences in Amsterdam are at RAI Amsterdam to the south of the centre, accessible by metro. It's easy to stop in the city centre and use public transport to get to the conference complex. Check out Amsterdam Accommodation deals here
For overnight stays, there are many hotels around Schiphol Airport. For larger groups of 10 or more, it's worth contacting a specialist travel agent. Group reservations are also ideal for sport teams and stag parties.
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