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ClinkNOORD Hostel, hotel in Amsterdam

ClinkNOORD is situated in Noord area, just across the IJ River and within 10 minutes from the back of Amsterdam Centraal Station. The ferry ride is free and available 24/7.

Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
16,810 reviews
Price from
£102.95
1 night, 2 adults
Via Amsterdam, hotel in Amsterdam

Located 10 minutes by metro from the city center, Via Amsterdam is a design-led hybrid hostel and hotel with street art and urban design featured throughout the building.The property situated in the...

Theatre
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
17,349 reviews
Price from
£80.31
1 night, 2 adults
ClinkMama, hotel in Amsterdam

ClinkMama is well set in Amsterdam, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Artis Zoo, Dam Square and Beurs van Berlage.

Very friendly and cozy vibe
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
3,256 reviews
Price from
£111.32
1 night, 2 adults
ClinkCoco, hotel in Amsterdam

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, ClinkCoco is set in the centre of Amsterdam, 600 metres from Heineken Experience.

Chill vibe, nice staff, great location, price, comfort and cleanliness. Most time peaceful as well. Would recommend and would come back for sure.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
1,891 reviews
Price from
£113.18
1 night, 2 adults
Durty Nelly's Inn, hotel in Amsterdam

Located in the Red Light District of Amsterdam, Durty Nelly's Inn a 7-minute walk from the Central Station and a 1-minute walk from Dam Square. The property is close to several well-known attractions....

Orlando was amazing!!!!
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
6,091 reviews
Price from
£60.11
1 night, 2 adults
THIS HO(S)TEL, hotel in Amsterdam

Set in Amsterdam and with Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder reachable within 200 metres, THIS HO(S)TEL offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the...

perfect amount of space. only meant to sleep there. convenient and right in the centre of the city. the restaurant underneath was good (but expensive).
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
5,720 reviews
Price from
£66.79
1 night, 2 adults
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark, hotel in Amsterdam

Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam is located in the heart of the Vondelpark and offers a view on the green surroundings. The Van Gogh Museum is an 8-minute walk away.

Really brilliant facilities, centrally located, quiet, comfortable, helpful staff and everything you need available. We were given a free upgrade to a larger room since it was available.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
6,997 reviews
Price from
£83.59
1 night, 2 adults
Hostelle - women only hostel Amsterdam, hotel in Amsterdam

A 20-minute metro ride from Amsterdam’s city centre, female only hostel Hostelle offers rooms and beds in an modern designed hostel. This female only hostel offers a laundry service.

They have activity nights. The cushions are good quality. The staff is sweet. Everyone I spoke with was very friendly.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
6,276 reviews
Price from
£43.42
1 night, 2 adults
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost, hotel in Amsterdam

This design hostel Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost is 3 km away from the city centre. It shares its building with a cinema and theater and is situated in a former school in the Zeeburg district.

The place is really nice, you can get a really nice hot chocolate from the cafe, the staff are very helpful and kind, always with a smile. Prefect location with link into the city centre.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
4,227 reviews
Price from
£89.76
1 night, 2 adults
The Flying Pig Downtown, hotel in Amsterdam

This hostel is located in shopping street Nieuwendijk in the centre of Amsterdam. The Flying Pig Downtown has a bar and 24-hour front desk. Amsterdam Central Station is a 3-minute walk.

Staff are friendly and helpful esp. Saori san.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
4,382 reviews
Price from
£44.55
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Amigo Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 3,490 reviews

    Amigo Budget Hotel offers private and shared rooms on the lively Linnaeusstraat. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Pretoriusstraat tram and bus stop is less than 2 minutes’ walk away.

    The recepcionist helped me all time that I needed it.

  • Guest House Amsterdam
    Scored 4.9
    4.9
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 463 reviews

    Attractively set in the Amsterdam Noord district of Amsterdam, Guest House Amsterdam is situated 1.9 km from A'DAM Lookout, 4.2 km from Rembrandt House and 4.3 km from Dutch National Opera & Ballet.

    Great Hostel for a short trip. Beds were very comfy.

  • THIS HO(S)TEL
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,720 reviews

    Set in Amsterdam and with Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder reachable within 200 metres, THIS HO(S)TEL offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the...

    wonderful hostel, friendly vibe and great location

  • Durty Nelly's Inn
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,091 reviews

    Located in the Red Light District of Amsterdam, Durty Nelly's Inn a 7-minute walk from the Central Station and a 1-minute walk from Dam Square. The property is close to several well-known attractions.

    Excellent staff, super clean and very central location

  • ClinkCoco
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,891 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, ClinkCoco is set in the centre of Amsterdam, 600 metres from Heineken Experience.

    Location, price, coffee machine in room, apples, drinking water.

  • ClinkMama
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,256 reviews

    ClinkMama is well set in Amsterdam, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Artis Zoo, Dam Square and Beurs van Berlage.

    Everything was amazing. This hostel looks amazing.

  • The Flying Pig Downtown
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,382 reviews

    This hostel is located in shopping street Nieuwendijk in the centre of Amsterdam. The Flying Pig Downtown has a bar and 24-hour front desk. Amsterdam Central Station is a 3-minute walk.

    Smoke room, cheap shots, pool table, lots of showers

  • Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,997 reviews

    Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam is located in the heart of the Vondelpark and offers a view on the green surroundings. The Van Gogh Museum is an 8-minute walk away.

    Extremely helpful staff. Really clean and funky decor.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Amsterdam

  • Intersail Hostel - Avontuur
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 212 reviews

    Intersail Hostel offers cozy parquet floor cabins in a small houseboat located in the centre within a 10-minute walk from Central Station. Rembrandtplein is a 15 minutes’ walk.

    Staff best one Location best one Comfort best one

  • Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,227 reviews

    This design hostel Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost is 3 km away from the city centre. It shares its building with a cinema and theater and is situated in a former school in the Zeeburg district.

    Everything was alright clean room good night ls sleep

  • Train Lodge Amsterdam
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,746 reviews

    Train Lodge Amsterdam is located next to Amsterdam Sloterdijk Train Station.

    Great location and unique recreation of train tracks 😃

  • ClinkNOORD Hostel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 16,810 reviews

    ClinkNOORD is situated in Noord area, just across the IJ River and within 10 minutes from the back of Amsterdam Centraal Station. The ferry ride is free and available 24/7.

    I asked for bed downstairs , but I don't get any

  • Via Amsterdam
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 17,322 reviews

    Located 10 minutes by metro from the city center, Via Amsterdam is a design-led hybrid hostel and hotel with street art and urban design featured throughout the building.The property situated in the...

    Staff were so warm and welcoming, and just lovely people.

  • St Christophers Inn at The Winston
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,446 reviews

    This hostel is located in Amsterdam's city centre, next to the Red Light District. St Christophers Inn at The Winston offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi.

    Very well planned and comfortable, not to mention well located

  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 11,941 reviews

    Situated in the city centre of Amsterdam and only a 2-minute walk from Leidseplein, Hans Brinker Hostel Amsterdam offers a choice of private rooms and shared dormitories for individuals, backpackers...

    Amazing location, friendly staff، and clean facilities

  • Generator Amsterdam
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,876 reviews

    Generator Amsterdam is a brand new designer hostel located in the east of Amsterdam near De Pijp. It was a former zoological building and is based in Oosterpark.

    Great location and everything looks amazing and stylish

  • The Flying Pig Uptown
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,805 reviews

    The Flying Pig Uptown backpackers hostel is located right next to the famous Vondelpark and just an 8-minute walk from the bustling Leidseplein area.

    Excellent condition and location...many times I stay that hostel

  • Heart of Amsterdam Hostel
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,100 reviews

    This ho(s)tel is located in the lively and central area of the famous Red Light District of Amsterdam, a 5-minute walk from Dam Square, with many tram and metro stops nearby and Amsterdam central...

    Location was amazing, super comfy beds and great staff

  • Euphemia Budget Old City Canal Zone
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,720 reviews

    Euphemia Budget Old City Canal Zone is located 800 metres from Leidseplein and offers private rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Very nice location, modern bathroom, friendly staff

  • Hostel The Globe
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,565 reviews

    The Globe offers hostel accommodation in the city centre only 400 metres from Amsterdam Central Railway Station.

    Staff were great as allways and a great location 👍

  • Xplore Hostel Amsterdam
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,394 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Xplore Hostel Amsterdam is located in the centre of Amsterdam, 400 metres from Royal Palace Amsterdam.

    The facilities were lovely and the location amazing

  • Hostel The Veteran
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 673 reviews

    Hostel The Veteran offers budget rooms for up to 4 people on Rembrandt Square, a lively area in the heart of Amsterdam. All of the rooms overlook the Herengracht Canal.

    Comfortable. Great location. Recommend for low budget.

  • Hotel Sphinx
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,723 reviews

    Hotel Sphinx offers simply-furnished rooms in Amsterdam, only 350 metres from the Heineken Experience.

    Helpful staff . Comfortable bed and good hot shower.

  • International Budget Hostel City Center
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 2,599 reviews

    International Budget Hostel City Center is located in the city centre of Amsterdam along the Leidsegracht. Leidseplein is only 300 m away. Each room comes with shared bathroom facilities.

    In the city center, bot expensive and clean hostel

  • The White Tulip Hostel
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 3,737 reviews

    With its top location in the Red Light District, this hostel is a 5-minute walk away from Dam Square. The Irish pub has 6 TVs and serves breakfast until 22:00.

    Such an amazing place. I will come back definitely

  • Hostel Warmoes Amsterdam
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,282 reviews

    Hostel Warmoes Amsterdam is attractively situated in Amsterdam, and features a restaurant and free WiFi.

    Reasonably priced, friendly staff and great location!

  • Panta Rhei Boatique Hotel
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 127 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Panta Rhei Boatique Hotel is situated in the centre of Amsterdam, 1.1 km from Rembrandt House.

    Personal foarte amabil experiență nouă și frumoasă

  • Hostel Utopia
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 943 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Hostel Utopia is situated in Amsterdam, 700 metres from Anne Frank House and 1.4 km from Rembrandtplein.

    Great location and very handy for public transport

  • Amsterdam Hostel Annemarie
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 1,991 reviews

    Centrally located, Amsterdam Hostel Annemarie offers free Wi-Fi, free luggage storage and bicycle rental. The property is 2.7 km from the lively Dam Square and the Madam Tussauds Amsterdam.

    Lovely hostel and helpfull staff, location very good!

  • Hostel Cosmos Amsterdam
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 1,979 reviews

    Located in the heart of Amsterdam, Hostel Cosmos Amsterdam is only a 5-minute walk from the Van Gogh Museum, The Rijksmuseum and the Concert Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout.

    The location of the hotel is very good, and the staff are very professional.

  • Amsterdam Hostel Leidseplein
    Scored 5.5
    5.5
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 2,478 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Amsterdam just off lively Leidseplein, this hostel offers simply furnished rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Convenient location, kind staff 24/7, nice rooms

  • Amsterdam Hostel Uptown
    Scored 5.5
    5.5
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 859 reviews

    Less than 200 metres from Leidseplein, Amsterdam Hostel Uptown benefits from free Wi-Fi and a terrace. The Museum Square with the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum is within a 10-minute walk.

    Location is perfect and the staff are very friendly!

  • Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo
    Scored 5.2
    5.2
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 1,556 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from lively Leidesplein Square, Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo features a free Wi-Fi zone.

    everything is good for me! much more than Excellent!!

  • Amsterdam Hostel Sarphati
    Scored 5.0
    5.0
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 1,333 reviews

    This family hotel is set within Sarphati Park and is only 10 minutes by foot from the city centre. This location is an ideal base for visiting Amsterdam.

    Near park and WiFi good working near street market

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Hostels that guests love in Amsterdam

  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,276 reviews
    In the hostel itself we felt super safe and comfortable. I would even say that that was the best hostel I was ever in!
    Wara Danuta
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £163.27
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,282 reviews
    Convenient location close to Centraal station. Staff were helpful as well. Super budget and cheap stay.
    Yun Ting Emily
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £77.37
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 773 reviews
    The properly was very clean and tidy. Staff members were helpful and friendly. The bunk bed in the hostel room was super comfy. The continental breakfast was perfect, plenty of choice. The overall experience was very welcoming. Would definetly recommend. Great location too.
    Zoe
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,276 reviews
    Great location, only 15 mins out of the city and 5 mins walk to the train station, felt safe at all times. Variety of shops surrounding the hostel. Staff were lovely and welcoming. Hostel has a great vibe, felt safe and welcomed
    Alyssa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £116.05
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,701 reviews
    As one of the cheapest options in Amsterdam, this hotel is fine. Great location and has everything you need to survive a few days. No bells and whistles, a weird layout and bathroom but if you want to stay in a hotel on a budget. It’ll do. After staying here we went onto Berlin where we got a room twice as nice for 60% of the price.
    Patrick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £175.29
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,778 reviews
    The room with the bunk beds was very small and dark however the property was very nice and in a great location. The bunk beds rooms however were cheap and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone looking for somewhere affordable to sleep with plans to not spend much time in the room.
    Helen
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £90.17
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,876 reviews
    Great location in a park! Quiet, beautiful, 40 min walking to the railway station (there is a tram nearby also). The hostel is big and full of people, so it is possible to meet new people from all around the world. Good breakfast, kind staff
    SvitLT
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £116.22
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,446 reviews
    Great Location with a very cool bar which is available to all Customers, not only guests of the hostel, so a great place for meeting people!
    Benita
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £62.16
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,426 reviews
    I felt it was value for money. I got exactly what I paid for. Amsterdam is expensive, and everything I found under the price I paid for Abba was youth hostels with shared bunk beds. Not quite my vibe. But everything that this hotel advertised, it delivered.
    Ι
    Ιάσων
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 6,276 reviews
    The personnel were super cool and helpful. The hostel is pretty close to markets and public transport. The location was not nearly as bad as descibed in some internet forums. There was not a moment when we felt unsafe even during out nightouts. We had certain hesitations when choosing a female-only hostel (what about NBs? etc.), but It was the cheapest option we had and we do not regret it. Also getting rid of the male-gaze was a plus.
    Stella
    Young couple

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