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A houseboat in the old center

Houseboat in Amsterdam, 9-minute walk to Dam Square

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Moored on one of Amsterdam's most romantic canals, this houseboat offers a tranquil retreat with its South-facing views of 17th-century architecture. With a king-size bed and overhead window for stargazing, you'll feel at home surrounded by artwork and the soft glow of Louis XV mirrors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

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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.

A houseboat in the old center

Back in the 1600s ! : Your houseboat is moored with its South view on one of the most romantic and peaceful canals, surrounded by a XVIIth century architecture and the Carillon of Zuiderkerk (1614) painted by Claude Monet (1874).

The houseboat is for 2 guests with a king size bed 2m/1m80 with its overhead window for watching stars, surrounded by a paintings gallery and its large Louis XV mirror reflecting the South windows over the canal.

You will appreciate being located in the historical area of Nieuwmarkt, 5 minutes walking distance from Central Station or 40 meters from the metro station 'Nieuwmarkt', close by the tram lines 2, 4, 11, 12, 14 and 24, and the metro line 52 at Rokin station.

The hull (Praam type) and the original structure were built during "La Belle Epoque" in 1898, making it one of the oldest boats in Amsterdam. The last renovation took place in 2010 for the hull doubling and 2019 for the house but respecting its historical charm.

Two times, the City Hall of Amsterdam gave to the boat the price of the most beautiful garden of the center.

Wifi by internet cable.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 540 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 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
Property Registration Number 0365 8743 6423 4DHF NHHE

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Houseboat Old Center Amsterdam
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About the neighborhood

Map
Amsterdam, NH

What's nearby

  • Rembrandt House Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rembrandt Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Flower Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dam Square - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Amsterdam Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Nieuwmarkt Station - 4 min walk
  • Rokin Station - 8 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant De Palmboom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lagom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pastorie Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪De Sluyswacht - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Samrat - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A houseboat in the old center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A houseboat in the old center?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A houseboat in the old center?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A houseboat in the old center located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Rembrandt House Museum, Dam Square, and Rembrandt Square. Amsterdam Museum and The 9 Streets are also within 15 minutes. Nieuwmarkt Station is only a 4-minute walk and Mr. Visserplein Stop is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

A houseboat in the old center Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 200 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a really fun and funky place to stay if you like different, instead of a hotel room, where you have your own kitchen and are centrally located to most things you want to do as a tourist, including the Rembrandt House museum, 2 blocks away! ✅ Versus a hotel room you will not remember, staying on this houseboat, where just finding the light switches to all the unique lamps, sconses and accent lights are an adventure that you will never forget, this is the place! 👍 While it is on a quiet block with no retail and only one small Thai restaurant anywhere close, it is not that quiet, with melodic church bells nearby and the occasional squaking coot, as well as the occasional loud reveler in the evenings, but my earplugs did the trick and the bed was comfortable and warm. The bathroom is also a trip, as is one nice large space with a low ceiling that is the toilet area, shower and sink all-in-one, but as long as only one at a time in there and you use the provided squeegee after a shower, you get used to to floor all slanting to the drain in the middle. ☺️ Lots of hot water, great water pressure and complete kitchen, utensils... What is not to like?
A coot that are frequent passerbys while eating!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a pleasure to stay in a charming house boat on one of the quieter central canals. Eclectically furnished and comfortable it was a tranquil space to relax and watch the tour boats go by. Plenty of nice eateries and grocery stores within walking distance and easy to get to the galleries/museums on foot or by a short tram ride. The bathroom was a good size with a decent shower, the small kitchen had all of the necessary equipment to prepare food ‘at home’ although we didn’t cook. The bedroom was a good size with most of it being taken up by a large bed which was comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa r.

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

A Dreamy and Down-to-Earth Slice of Amsterdam Life

Staying on this houseboat in the heart of Amsterdam was nothing short of magical—and wonderfully real. Every morning, we woke to the soft ripple of canal water, the sound of street cleaners doing their rounds, and the occasional curious coot peeking in. At night, the romance of the city came alive through our windows, with golden reflections dancing across the water and canal cruises gliding by like living postcards.This is true Amsterdam living—historically rooted and vividly alive. The boat itself is an eclectic, cozy tiny home with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. It’s modest but thoughtfully equipped, with quirky charm and a sense of creative soul. The location couldn’t be more central—you’re tucked right into the rhythm of the city, yet still feel like you’re in your own floating haven. If you’re looking for an experience that’s both romantic and refreshingly real, this houseboat is it.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

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

Amazing!

We loved our time on the houseboat, a great location and super comfy bed. It had everything we needed and the host was very accommodating with check in and check out times.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie C.

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

Great location!

Within walking distance to lots of local attractions!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Fantastic place to stay in Amsterdam

This Houseboat is one of the most unique and interesting places I have ever stayed. The decor is truly unique and amazing and the location is superb.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

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

Nice little Houseboat

The houseboat was right in the middle of central so you could basically walk to every spot. It’s also in a nice quiet area. Sometimes tour boats go by the window which was a bit odd but other than that amazing place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Bohemian stay

Great location and atmosphere, as pictured, easy of sights and shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda S.

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

Beautiful houseboat in the heart of old Town Amsterdam!

A Lovely and authentic stay! Loved their furnishings. Perfect location too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harrison F.

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

Amsterdam by boat

We had a wonderful time staying here with such a unique experience. It allowed us to integrate with the local culture and vibe of the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Richard T.

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

Amsterdam stay

Enjoyable and convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna B.

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

Perfect place to stay to feel like part of the city

Very comfortable bed quiet location but in the heart of the city easy walk to all activities and close to subway if wanting to go afar thanks

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

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

Great location

Enjoyed this funky houseboat and the central location. Host was very helpful

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

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

Canal Houseboat

Don't expect hotel amenities, but it was a fun adventure and we enjoyed our stay.Great location, close to many sites. Good restaurants within walking distance. Managers very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Alan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Houseboat in Amsterdam

I enjoyed my stay here but this venue is not for everyone. The listing shows photos that do not represent the conditions accurately. They show the interior of the houseboat to be much lighter and brighter than actual conditions. Some of the photos are either very old or show a different houseboat. The interior furnishings are very kitchy. Also, the exterior of the boat is in poor physical condition: There is damaged siding and a broken window on the port side and the boat lists noticeably to starboard and towards the bow making navigation inside somewhat difficult, especially when making nighttime treks from bedroom to bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

gail j.

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

Wonderful location.

Great property which enabled you to relax. Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The owner was extremely kind and provided great information about the surrounding area, also allowed us early entry. The location is terrific, as was the overall cost. The Houseboat, while a unique experience, was not without its problems. The existing online interior pics do not accurately reflect the current condition of the houseboat. The interior is more like a museum of the owner's artifacts and collections - everywhere, and much more clutter today than on the pics. The furniture is actually torn, tattered, or unusable. There is no place to store clothing or suitcases. The lighting, while eclectic, is inadequate. The bathroom with its slanted center floor tiles and drain could be challenging for some, and without any storage area. The positives and negatives kind of offset each other, hence the OK rating. We would look for a more upgraded houseboat if we had to do this over again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne O.

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

Great fun on the water

We enjoyed our stay in the houseboat. It was in a central neighborhood and a unique way to enjoy Amsterdam.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jake w.

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

Lovely stay on a lovely boat

Perfect location. Boat was cosy and comfortable. Great communication from the host, with good recommendations in the local area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Cozy, Comfortable, Convenient place

This houseboat is the ideal place to stay in Amsterdam. It’s fun, funky, and very comfortable. Centrally located, it’s easy to walk to all the sites and museums we wanted to see. It’s also right by a subway stop for going further. At night, open the widows and let the breezes and soft sounds of the canal waft over you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ulrike W.

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

romantic houseboat experience

amazing
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dona R.

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

Canal boat in Amsterdam

I was really excited to see what it would be like on a canal boat. One of the first things that happened was a pair of swans floated by. Pretty cool. The location of the boat was in the middle of everything. A great jumping off point to tour the center of Amsterdam. I enjoyed my accommodation and exploring the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

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

Beautiful little boat house on the canal in Amsterdam

Quant houseboat in a safe area and walking distance to everything in Amsterdam. It was truly a unique and wonderful experience staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

susan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

House boat Amsterdam Central

Very congenial helpful host. The houseboat has every thing needed for a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa Y.

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

So much personality!

We loved our stay on this houseboat! The host made the check in process easy and helped us figure out transportation there. We have never seen a place like this before. There is such unique decor inside, we were discovering new fun decorations after four days of staying there! The location was also great, we able to walk to most of the places we wanted to go to. It’s about five minutes from the Red Light District and there are a lot of great shops and restaurants nearby. This was one of our favorite accommodations we’ve ever stayed in because of its uniqueness!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024