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Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, Nederland (+31)
  • Place, Amsterdam Chinatown
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dam Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rembrandt Square
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About this property

Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam

This smoke-free houseboat features internet access and bike parking. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Guest accommodations at this houseboat offer hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at this houseboat, you're just a quick walk from Nieuwmarkt Square.
  • Free WiFi
  • 15 minutes by foot from Dam Square and a 4-minute drive from Heineken Experience

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a zoo
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 03636261451D7F260425

Boat with a view in center of Amsterdam Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 164 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Han was an attentive host. The boat is an amazing experience. The views are gorgeous. The boat is not huge but spacious for 2. Getting to and from it was an adventure for this slightly larger American. I had an amazing and unique stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Han was an excellent host. One of the best VRBO experiences we have had.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for the 2025 Dutch F1 GP.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Place To Stay

We love staying here whenever we're in Amsterdam! Everything about this boat is perfect! Nothing beats sleeping on the water and waking up to the view every morning. Book it, you won't regret it :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The location was great and it was nice to wake up on the water
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amsterdam on the water

Quirky houseboat with a central location and great views.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it!!! Such a special experience! Located in a central area but so quiet and with a nice ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Treva B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience the unique boat life in Amsterdam! Han is an amazing host! We loved using the bikes he includes with your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of stairs. Totally worth it. It was the cool experience I thought it would be. Perfect location. Han was very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amsterdam Canal Boat

A central location to enjoy Amsterdam’s sights. Our host was very responsive to any enquires.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in a great location

Full of character - quirky, in a good way! - and in a wonderful location convenient for Amsterdam Centraal. Clean, comfortable, with a friendly and helpful host. Great all round!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unforgettable

Everything was perfect and the location was spectacular - Han was a great host making our stay extra special !
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What an amazing experience staying on a house boat in Amsterdam! The boat is beautiful inside and Han was an extremely good host. I highly recommend this opportunity. The boat is truly just a short walk from the Central Train Station so you’re in the heart of the city. This experience made Amsterdam so much more enjoyable and memorable. Thank you Han for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Hans canal boathouse. Fantastic location and friendly helpful and generous host. The boat is really unique, very clean, well equipped and comfortable with a gorgeous view and lots to look at, boats going by. Great outdoor area. Han had complimentary beer, wine, juice and milk for us in the fridge and specially delivered some stroppewaffels. We highly recommend Hans boathouse and we would book it again. Thank you so much Han.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location!

The houseboat was conveniently located with great access to all public transport. Han was helpful and very knowledgeable, and we had a great time on the houseboat! The stairs and ladder would be tough for very small children or anyone with mobility issues - my 4 and 6 year olds were delighted and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything TOP

What to say....everything is over the top. Thanks Han !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bamboo boat stay in Amsterdam.

What a fun time, very unique stay in a boat. Lots of room for 3 of us and the deck was so awesome to sit and have a beverage after a day of sightseeing. Han was a great host and was very helpful with our stay and getting us around. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was in the perfect location, very spacious, & a terrific view! Han was very accommodating & the bikes were a great bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House boat

This house boat served us very well. We weren’t sure what to expect but Han was informative and helpful. The location was perfect, on the water, close to the train station and we walked all over Amsterdam. We would return if the occasion arose.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Unique experience in centre of Amsterdam. Han has thought of everything. Comfortable beds, excellent coffee, lovely outdoor space. Kids loved their tiny bunkhouse. We loved the views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Loved it !!!!!! Absolutely fabulous. Loved the bottle of wine and warm welcome as we arrived. Was peaceful right in the heart of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

The apartment is unique and in a spectacular and very central location. Han was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boat with a view

Had been to Amsterdam but not stayed on a boat. This was a wonderful option and it gave us the perspective of being on one of the many homes you could live in floating on a camel. Loved it. Location location location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Something different in a great location

We wanted a different experience than the usual apartment and Han’s boat was it. Very clean and comfortable but requires some agility to move around…after all, it is a boat. Han was a great host and the location is a short walk to just about everywhere we wanted to go. I highly recommend Bamboo Boat if visiting Amsterdam
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in August 2023

My family of four enjoyed our stay immensely. We were delayed by lost luggage and Han waited for us to make sure we got situated. The boat was great fun, well equipped and exactly as described. The location is very convenient, and the views from the boat are amazing. Highly recommend to anyone staying in Amsterdam!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023