Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available on-site, but it is limited and requires advance reservation. The self-parking fee is EUR 35 per day.

What type of breakfast is offered?

A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 9.50 for adults and EUR 4.75 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and some wheelchair-accessible facilities. However, specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Amsterdam, within a 5-minute drive of Heineken Experience and Rijksmuseum. It is 2 miles from Dam Square and 2.1 miles from Van Gogh Museum. Public transport options are available nearby.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific minimum age is not provided.

Generator Amsterdam Hostel in the Heart of the City

Average nightly price at Generator Amsterdam by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$64
February	US$70
March	US$90
April	US$159
May	US$194
June	US$152
July	US$139
August	US$142
September	US$149
October	US$171
November	US$129
December	US$88

What guests think

Generator Amsterdam earns praise for its sociable atmosphere and generally clean spaces, while reviews frequently flag extra charges for basics (towels, lockers), compact rooms, inconsistent ventilation, nightlife‑related noise, and occasional check‑in delays.

The location feels green and relaxed inside a park but is a bit removed from the center; nearby trams make getting around easier. Service is often friendly, yet reports mention long queues, room readiness issues, and uneven responses to problems. Breakfast and the bar/cafe are convenient and generally well liked, though portions and quality vary. Expect a lively, hostel-style stay suited to social travelers.

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Facilities

Social spaces include a bar/cafe and regular events; laundry and bike rentals are available. There’s no guest kitchen, parking is limited/expensive, storage/locks cost extra, and noise from the on‑site club can reach some pods.

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Megan

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean, lots of amenities! Wish there were more than 2 sets of laundry/washing/drying machines for such a large facility. In the 6-bed room, it was sooo tiny, and my luggage couldn’t fit in the under-bed storage bin (bring a wired bike/luggage lock to secure your suitcase to the bunk!). Also, the third level bunk was a reeeeally long trek each time (the metal ladder kind of hurt my feet!). Otherwise, great spot; reachable to the central part of the city and elsewhere.

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Ashima

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had to pay extra for lock for the lockers. And also towels were not provided. Reception said I had to pay extra for the towels.

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Christina

22 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Cool stort Hostel, god beliggenhed lige ud til en smuk park. De har meget travlt ved check in/out, vi måtte vente over 1 time. Man skal betale for kuffert skab pr. time!

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john

29 Aug 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This is not your traditional Hostel. The prices are high and on par with most hotels. They charge premium prices for for everything ( towels (6 euro), soap, chargers (10 euro); the bike rental charge of 20 euro / day is almost double what most bike shops charge. The Generator is a multinational corporation. The AMSTERDAM GENERATOR location has over one hundred rooms, and generates over 10,000$/ night in fees. That works out to over $300,000 a month. Their latest venture is "Pods" which are really spartan, and lets you experience the life of the cage people of Hong Kong. The profit margin on pods must be astronomical. The Generator advertises on Hotel.com, Expedia and other websites. It is a much better deal to find a small hotel that does not use these booking sites.

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Sandra

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

40 minute walk to town, no fridge or kitchen access. Other than that it was good- pool and ping pong 👍 was my first experience in a six bed dorm.

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Kevin

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very few parking Lots and parking in general is very expensive. You couldn‘t open the windows in the private 6-Bedroom and the Air-Condition didn‘t work so the air was very bad. The Room is very small with zero space for any cloth. There was mold and dirt on the windows. No soap or towels in the room.

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Emma

13 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The inside was super pretty and they had a bar which offered food and drinks— super convenient after a day of walking or for a quick lunch.

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Andreas

31 Mar 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Sehr tolle Einrichtung, tolles Essen und bequeme Betten. In Amsterdam und mit diesem Hostel ist der Aufenthalt gesichert. Vor allem die Angebote mit Filmeabende, dazu kostenloses Popcorn, Bier-Pong und Glücksrad ist eine tolle Geste für Jung und Alt. Macht weiter so:-)

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Michael

13 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,369 nights

I stayed in a 6 bunk room. The bunkbeds had outlets/lights/and a privacy curtain. The shower was separate from the toilet (in the same room) but could have been better in the aspect of actually closing the door to prevent the water from hitting the ground. The staff were friendly and ready to help with any need. Bring your own towel or rent one for €6. They have laundry machines. €4 for wash & €4 for dryer. A single tidepod will cost €2. Breakfast is quite nice, all you can eat for €9.50. I suggest going to the local market and purchasing water for daily use or for snacks. There are toliets in the basement for privacy or afterhours. They have foot lockers under the bunkbeds to store your luggage, maybe it's just me, but they're kinda loud when you roll them out at 7am while everyone is asleep. I suppose it's the hostel life? I've stayed at another hostel in Amsterdam and it didn't even compare to this one. I haven't tried looking for another one because i enjoy this one. Excellent place to meet new friends!

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miguel montanes

11 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I booked one of the pods, but it felt like a coffin as the ventilation system barely worked and was not properly sound proofed. Next to the pod room, there is some sort of a club, so the noise is unbearable.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and common areas clean or spotless, but others reported dusty or stuffy rooms and dirty or smelly bathrooms at times. A few noted lapses such as soiled bedding or mold.

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Hephzibah

21 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sadly, I found the toilets and bathrooms in the morning very very dirty. It might be beneficial to have shampoo and soda holders in showers. My beddings were soiled of urine and very dirty.

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Annika

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place was great. Locationwise too. My only issues were first of all the amount of dust in my bed. I know this is common with bunk beds, but this was a little unbearable I must admit. I also didn't realize there were breakfast slips the first morning. I thought the "normal" breakfast was it. I only got to try it once out of 3 mornings, but it was just jelly-like scrambled eggs and a small pastry. But other than that I think this place is amazing. It's comfortable and welcoming.

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Mert

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

i cannot speak for the “Hostel” part of the hotel as I booked a private room, but from my experience this place is very quiet and comforting, the bed is nice the view is fantastic and the bathroom was spotless. the hotel itself is a 15-20 minute walk from amsterdam city center so you definitely do not need to take a cab. In hindsight, it is a tiny bit pricey, but other than that it’s good for what it is.

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Ryan

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Very clean hostel.

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Kevin

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very few parking Lots and parking in general is very expensive. You couldn‘t open the windows in the private 6-Bedroom and the Air-Condition didn‘t work so the air was very bad. The Room is very small with zero space for any cloth. There was mold and dirt on the windows. No soap or towels in the room.

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Julia

31 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

An sich war es okay, das Personal war sehr nett, jedoch war mein Bett nicht ganz sauber. Es befand sich beispielsweise eine alte Kontaktlinse in meinem Bereich

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Danna

2 Jul 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

It’s a good hostel, highly recommended. Only few things are it’s very dusty & stuffy in the room that I stayed. Unable to open the window to circulate air from outside. My dust allergy got very bad. Also, they don’t clean the bathroom as often.

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Guiselle

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is a little far, but the tram is a 2 minute walk which made it easier. I stayed in a pod, which I absolutely loved. However, the pods were located on the basement which is fine. But the bathrooms on the basement smelled so bad. Smelled as if something were wrong with the pipes. That was my only issue. Also, bring your own towel unless you want to rent one.

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Claire

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room overall clean friendly staff great facilities

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Axel

23 Dec 2023

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Stayed 28 nights

6 bed rooms, floor not clean

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Rooms

Rooms span pods, dorms, and privates, and many are compact, with some offering pleasant park views. Comfort varies: several mention thin mattresses, limited ventilation or sealed windows, noise from corridors or nightlife, and spotty in‑room Wi‑Fi.

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Mert

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

i cannot speak for the “Hostel” part of the hotel as I booked a private room, but from my experience this place is very quiet and comforting, the bed is nice the view is fantastic and the bathroom was spotless. the hotel itself is a 15-20 minute walk from amsterdam city center so you definitely do not need to take a cab. In hindsight, it is a tiny bit pricey, but other than that it’s good for what it is.

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Kevin

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very few parking Lots and parking in general is very expensive. You couldn‘t open the windows in the private 6-Bedroom and the Air-Condition didn‘t work so the air was very bad. The Room is very small with zero space for any cloth. There was mold and dirt on the windows. No soap or towels in the room.

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James

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I ended up not staying the night as the bed in a pod - an otherwise clean and cool solution - had mattresses so thin that I couldn't get comfortable. People make a lot of noise opening and closing the doors to their pods and overall I needed much better quality sleep than was promised. Total waste of 100 euros.

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Michael

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Zimmer war gut, für sechs Personen ist das private Zimmer mit eigener Dusche und Bad aber etwas klein. Zum schlafen reicht es aber aus

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Gregory Rose

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great stay, beds and pillows are really comfy, had very good sleeps. Bathroom is very modern and clean. Would have been good if the shower temperature could have been turned up more, it really wasn't hot enough. Also there was no way to open the window. They have a ventilation unit with a fan and temperature control, but at points it was quite hot and I wanted to turn the temperature down more but couldn't

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Khaled

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The WiFi connection is too bad in the room but is nice bed and amazing area

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Ryan

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

No air conditioning in the pod, complained to staff an then they put me in another pod also with no air conditioning, the key card stopped working multiple times i went to go for a shower with just a towel round my waist an couldn't get back to my pod because the card wasn't working so i had to go up to reception in just a towel, i was so embarrassed an the staff gave me another key card but didn't even apologise, i ive never been so humiliated in all my life

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Paul

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I had a thin mattress. Not comfortable.

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miguel montanes

11 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I booked one of the pods, but it felt like a coffin as the ventilation system barely worked and was not properly sound proofed. Next to the pod room, there is some sort of a club, so the noise is unbearable.

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Dino

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the Pods arent sound proof.

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Service

Staff are often friendly and helpful, yet several reviews cite long check‑in lines or late room readiness, confusing payment policies, and inconsistent handling of issues or room access practices.

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Christina

22 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Cool stort Hostel, god beliggenhed lige ud til en smuk park. De har meget travlt ved check in/out, vi måtte vente over 1 time. Man skal betale for kuffert skab pr. time!

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Sandra

15 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s nothing special. It’s definitely a cheaper option considering how expensive Amsterdam is. I had a pod, which is the way to go. It was very quiet and clean. It is a little bit away from anything, but the 30 minute walk to the central station is very scenic. The one issue that I had was that I had forgotten my Apple Watch in my pod. I contacted the staff to get it for me. I just got a message that read the cleaning staff will find it when they find it and I can pick it up. This is not a pair of shoes, so I had hoped that someone would have made an effort to get it while I was out. Because I was outside of Amsterdam, it took some time to get back there. My pod had not been cleaned yet, so my watch was sitting there. I had left it on a hook, and I knew exactly where it was. I think a staff member could have retrieved it.

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Harry

23 Jul 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Staff were super helpful and informative. Areas were clean and well looked after. At no point in time did I feel unsafe in fact, it was one of the friendliest places I have stayed. Breakfast was good. It was the perfect setting to meet like minded travellers, make friends, and of course making memories while in the city together. Would strongly recommend to anyone travelling.

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Menduh

14 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Personal und servicekraft sind sehr unhöflich gewesen und die Zimmer wurden nicht sauber gemacht während des Aufenthalts

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Gwenyth

9 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms where generally okay not amazing the blinds didn’t close all the way and if you were on the top bunk you didn’t not have a privacy curtain for changing or light. We had multiple male stuff come into our room unaccompanied by females as well as they did not knock or acknowledge they were coming in the room. There is no lounge area to meet people or hang out it must be at the cafe and you must purchase something from it. I recommend paying for the breakfast in the morning it is very well done. The female staff were amazing I greatly appreciated them. The door in our room was linked to a glass room which was locked but was still open so we had a breeze the entire night. I recommend a different hostel closer to the central

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Paul

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Friendly staff. Great Rooms and Amenities. A real international cross section of guests. A very sociable place to stay.

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Boy Alexander

24 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

If booking via Expedia, then your payment is just processed via your creditcard (e.g. after the payment you don't have to worry anymore), so no problem if you book via this app. However, if booking via their own website, then your payment isn't really processed and claimed by the hostel. When you want to check in, you are told to pay for the booking at the reception, and you are told that the original payment for the booking isn't actually a payment but a failsafe for no shows. When you then pay for your booking, then your the original booking payment will be cancelled and the money returns to the creditcard/account. This is a really weird and inconvenient process, because [1] you can only pay by debit card at the reception (no cash, cc), [2] if someone else paid for the booking/trip, the actual guest might not even have credit to pay for the room, and [3] the cancellation of your booking payment is done manually and therefore prone to human error. Imagine that someone else pays for your booking, e.g. your boss or parent, and then you arrive at the hostel and suddenly you have to pay there, but you didn't bring any credit because the booking and payment are supposed to be done already. Then, you will not be able to check in because you can't 'pay' for the booking, while the original booking payment is not cancelled because you didn't check in. Also, they charge you €5 for a small can of supermarket beer (€1 or less around the corner).

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Ryan

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

No air conditioning in the pod, complained to staff an then they put me in another pod also with no air conditioning, the key card stopped working multiple times i went to go for a shower with just a towel round my waist an couldn't get back to my pod because the card wasn't working so i had to go up to reception in just a towel, i was so embarrassed an the staff gave me another key card but didn't even apologise, i ive never been so humiliated in all my life

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Myranda

6 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I stayed in a deluxe king room , and it felt very much like a hotel. It was clean, the facilities were clean. It’s right next to a beautiful park. Not very close to the city centre, but taking the tram was fairly easy & it’s close by. The only negatives : check in was at 2pm, and my room wasn’t ready until almost 6pm. Also, if there was daily housekeeping , it was not very apparent they were there.

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Sultan

8 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

While the hotel itself was nice and our stay could have been enjoyable, our experience was completely ruined by the unprofessional behavior of the receptionist, specifically the Asian lady at the front desk. She treated us with unnecessary rudeness and disrespect throughout our stay. Without clear explanation, she charged us extra fees and still made unreasonable demands — including asking us to remove our belongings from the room, even after we had paid the extra amount she insisted on. Her attitude was unwelcoming and dismissive, making us feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. We expected much better service from a place like this. Unfortunately, because of her poor conduct, I cannot recommend this hotel to others.

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Location

Set within a leafy park, it’s peaceful and attractive but not central. Trams a short walk away ease access to major sights, while walking to the center can take 25–40 minutes.

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DARWIN

1 Jun 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

For what it is (a hostel), it is great! Staff were responsive, great location, especially around art week, and museums (if you have the time for it). Location is near a zoo Artis, so there are surprisingly unique birds clustered together.

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Henrike

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wie ein typisches Hostle halt. Man muss aber ungefähr 10 Minuten zur nächsten Haltestelle laufen. Je nach Gepäck eben durch die Baustelle aktuell etwas blöd weil da Abends nichz gut ausgeleuchtet ist.

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Quinty

1 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fijne kamer op een mooie locatie. Ov dichtbij

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Mert

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

i cannot speak for the “Hostel” part of the hotel as I booked a private room, but from my experience this place is very quiet and comforting, the bed is nice the view is fantastic and the bathroom was spotless. the hotel itself is a 15-20 minute walk from amsterdam city center so you definitely do not need to take a cab. In hindsight, it is a tiny bit pricey, but other than that it’s good for what it is.

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Yu

22 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is quite nice, and you can see many local people are relaxing in the park where the hotel is located.

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Daniel

11 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

great with the 14 tram taking you there from the station.

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jean-pierre

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Zeer rustig / mooie omgeving/ goede verbinding met openbaar vervoer Echt uitstekend

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Sandra

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

40 minute walk to town, no fridge or kitchen access. Other than that it was good- pool and ping pong 👍 was my first experience in a six bed dorm.

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Carolyne

22 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hostel is located at a park, it’s a very beautiful area and the building is really great and huge. There’s a lift and a big common area with a bar. The bar serves snacks and beverages. There’s breakfast available. The room was big and had a toilet inside. The shower was separated and hot water was available. You can rent towels and sheats were provided. I love enjoyed my stay and I’d recommend. Nearby, there’s public transportation.

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Christopher

3 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful location and only 40 minute walk from centre of Amsterdam. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Atmosphere throughout my stay was very pleasant. Only cost €8-10 for taxi to centre and €24 to airport. Highly recommended.

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Dining

On‑site breakfast and the bar/cafe are convenient and generally well liked, with good value when pre‑purchased. Some guests found food average or portions small.

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Yann

5 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent week-ends entre amis L'hôtel était top ainsi que l'équipe Petit-déjeuner au top avec du choix

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Richard C

21 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Food wasn't good. Overall it was a good experience. I would go back.

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Mariola

21 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The location and facilities were good. The food tasty but very small portions for the price. I was in the middle bed and the height was a bit too short. Not so comfortable.

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Francis

17 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It really was Nice a hotel in a park verry quit at night and a good breakfast

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ROSELYN

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Friendly staff, always ready to help. Safe camera everywhere. Breakfast very affordable compared to buying outside. overall very good service.

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Emma

13 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The inside was super pretty and they had a bar which offered food and drinks— super convenient after a day of walking or for a quick lunch.

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Stephanie

26 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This was great for a group booking, a really good price for 4 of us to have a room together. Everything was clean and comfortable, with a good on site cafe and a tram line about a 5 minute walk away. The hostel backs onto a big park as well which was nice in the good weather!

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Michael

13 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,369 nights

I stayed in a 6 bunk room. The bunkbeds had outlets/lights/and a privacy curtain. The shower was separate from the toilet (in the same room) but could have been better in the aspect of actually closing the door to prevent the water from hitting the ground. The staff were friendly and ready to help with any need. Bring your own towel or rent one for €6. They have laundry machines. €4 for wash & €4 for dryer. A single tidepod will cost €2. Breakfast is quite nice, all you can eat for €9.50. I suggest going to the local market and purchasing water for daily use or for snacks. There are toliets in the basement for privacy or afterhours. They have foot lockers under the bunkbeds to store your luggage, maybe it's just me, but they're kinda loud when you roll them out at 7am while everyone is asleep. I suppose it's the hostel life? I've stayed at another hostel in Amsterdam and it didn't even compare to this one. I haven't tried looking for another one because i enjoy this one. Excellent place to meet new friends!

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Kayla

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was pleasantly surprised by how amazing this place was. It was clean and had really cute decor. The staff was kind and helpful. The breakfast was tasty and the rooms were comfy. Im so glad I chose this place.

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Myranda

6 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I stayed in a deluxe king room , and it felt very much like a hotel. It was clean, the facilities were clean. It’s right next to a beautiful park. Not very close to the city centre, but taking the tram was fairly easy & it’s close by. The only negatives : check in was at 2pm, and my room wasn’t ready until almost 6pm. Also, if there was daily housekeeping , it was not very apparent they were there.

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