Whether you are looking for high jinks or high art, Amsterdam is always a favourite weekend destination – with a hostel you can get a good deal on a private room too.
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What more can be said about Amsterdam? Glamorous, seedy, faded and forward-thinking, one of Europe’s most liberal cities has been over the years a favourite for everyone, from raucous bachelor parties to inner-artists in search of Van Gogh. Whatever Amsterdam you adore, the Dutch capital always has it in the bucket loads, whether it’s quiet, thoughtful cafes, lively bars or that other type of coffee shop – just make sure you respect the locals and try not to pee in the canals. Due to its popularity Amsterdam has become an expensive place for hotels over the last few years – getting a hostel definitely makes sense. Here are five charming hostels in Amsterdam with private rooms.
The Flying Pig Downtown
If you want a proper Amsterdam hostel experience The Flying Pig Downtown is hard to beat. Located in the city centre right next to Amsterdam Central Station, and near Dam Square, The Anne Frank House and the bustling Red Light District, this 18th century building is something of a party spot as well as accommodation. The bar throws parties with decent DJs and the whole experience of staying at this hostel is about meeting people and having a laugh. The private rooms come with a TV to stream Netflix or YouTube, refrigerator and private bathroom which is fitted with a shower. From € 70.
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Ecomama
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Ecomama is a hostel with a very different approach. On first glance the property could be on a Thai island with lots of greenery and canopies that fold out over a seating area. Inside it’s Balearic, with neon lights, plush leather seating and hedonistic swings hanging from the ceiling in the common areas. The USP of this cozy hostel near the Red Light District and Central Station is that there is an emphasis on green thinking and sustainability, with unique eco-features and an effort to source locally when possible. There are loads of different themed room options and all have access to a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. From €111.
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Hans Brinker Hostel Amsterdam
Located only a two-minute walk from Leidseplein, Hans Brinker Hostel Amsterdam is centrally located and offers a choice of private rooms and shared dormitories. What sets it aside from other establishments in Amsterdam is this hostel has not only a bar but also its very own underground nightclub. The rooms in the hostel have private bathrooms and lockers for personal belongings and there is free Wi-Fi throughout the property. You can get breakfast and dinner in the common area and the staff are happy to help with booking local tours, pub crawls and experiences. You can easily take a tram from the hostel straight to the Central Station Amsterdam. From €139.
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The Bee Hostel
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The Bee Hostel is a jolly place with friendly staff who are happy to help with anything you need during your vacation in Amsterdam. There is a 24-hour front desk (with German, Greek, English and Spanish usefully spoken) as well as luggage storage and a laundry service. The rooms feature a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, with some units at the hostel also benefiting from a city view. All the guest rooms also have bed linen. Throughout the property is free Wi-Fi and there is also a shared lounge and a bar. The hostel is located roughly 1.6 km from Dam Square, 1.9 km from Beurs van Berlage and 1.2 km from Rembrandtplein. From €70.
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Cocomama
This is another hostel with a great location in the centre of the city, 600 metres from the Heineken Experience, and not far from Artis Zoo, Rembrandtplein, and Dutch National Opera and Ballet. The hostel is tastefully decorated with a cosy, homely feel, and there is a shared kitchen, laundry and luggage storage for guests. One of the nice selling points of Cocomama is the garden with a pleasant seating area to get some fresh air. The rooms feature a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, bed linen, free Wi-Fi, and some units feature a city view. From €75.
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