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7.2

2,866 reviews

Botel

Botel

Ndsm-Pier 3, Amsterdam, 1033 RG, Netherlands

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Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Bar

Private entrance

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Botel

Welcome aboard the Botel, your unique floating hotel experience in the heart of Amsterdam! With a location just 1.8mi from the bustling city center, it's the perfect spot to enjoy the best of Amsterdam while still being able to escape the hustle and bustle when you want. Starting at an unbeatable $185 per night, your aquatic adventure awaits!

Each of our rooms comes equipped with air conditioning to keep you cool, free WiFi for sharing your awesome trip moments, and many rooms feature stunning river views that will leave you mesmerized. Start your day right with a delicious breakfast, and afterward, feel free to unwind on our spacious terrace or discover the vibrant area around Ndsm-Pier 3. With 4,665 glowing reviews singing praises about the Botel experience, you're in for a treat!

For your convenience, we’ve got your back with a 24-hour front desk, tour desk to help plan your outings, and even some extra charges for parking if you're driving. Make your way to the upper floors via our handy elevator and relax in non-smoking rooms designed with your comfort in mind. From the private entrance to the charming ambiance of the bar, this place is all about creating lasting memories on water!

Imagine waking up to the gentle rocking of the Botel as you burst into the day, ready for another adventure in Amsterdam! With a variety of accommodations to fit every traveler, you can choose between the cozy Deluxe Cabin or the spacious Penthouse if you’re feeling extravagant. For the solo wanderers or budget adventurers, our Economy rooms and lively Dormitory options offer a fun space to mingle with fellow travelers. No matter the choice, all rooms radiate a warm ambiance and come complete with essential comforts to ensure a delightful stay.

After a day of exploring the city's charming canals and historic sights, come back to the Botel to unwind at our inviting bar. Sip on a local brew or a signature cocktail as you share travel tales with new friends. Or perhaps you prefer to enjoy the sunset views from our spacious terrace—perfect for catching that Instagram-worthy shot! It's the ideal spot to bask in the golden hour while the boats glide by, adding to the picturesque scenery. With our atmosphere set for relaxation and interaction, everyone is bound to create unforgettable memories throughout their stay.

Getting around is a breeze, and with bike rentals and public transport options nearby, you can explore every nook and cranny of this vibrant city. A handy tour desk is available to help map out your adventures, whether you want to visit the Van Gogh Museum or the iconic Anne Frank House. Evenings can be spent marveling over Amsterdam's stunning skyline from the water, making each moment aboard the Botel one for the travel books! So pack your bags, grab your sense of adventure, and let the Botel be your floating home in this captivating city!

Closest airports

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

8.3mi

Rotterdam The Hague Airport

36.3mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Bar

Private entrance

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

River view

Elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Rooms

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Botel

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Dormitory, 8 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Experience comfortable and affordable accommodations in our spacious 8-bed mixed dormitory room, featuring a private bathroom, shower, and access to upper floors via elevator. With a bunk bed and amenities like a safe and socket near the bed, you'll have everything you need for a pleasant stay.

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Loft, King Size

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

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LOFT O is 269 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

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Loft, 2 King Size Beds

2 Double Beds

2 King Size Beds

270 sqft

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LOFT E is 269 square feet and includes 2 double beds 131-150 width plus living room, desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

Loft Letter B in Botel

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Loft Letter

1 Queen Size Bed

270 sqft

River view

City view

Private Bathroom

Terrace

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Escape to our luxurious Loft Letter B apartment with stunning river and city views. This spacious 269 sqft retreat is perfect for a family of four, offering a private terrace, comfortable queen size bed, and modern amenities like a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Get lost in the beauty of the city right from your private entrance.

Basic Twin Room in Botel

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Basic, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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The twin room provides heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as river views. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Basic Cabin, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

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Basic Cabin with Twin Beds is 161 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width plus desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

Deluxe Quadruple Room in Botel

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Deluxe, 4 Twin Beds

4 Twin Beds

215 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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Stay in our spacious Deluxe Quadruple Room, featuring 4 comfortable twin beds and enough space for 4 adults and 3 children. Enjoy breath-taking views of the river, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and other modern amenities for a truly relaxing stay.

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Deluxe Cabin, Double

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

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Deluxe Cabin with Double Bed is 161 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

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Basic, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

160 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Stay in our Basic Double Room with a breathtaking river view, equipped with a cozy Queen size bed, private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV. Perfect for couples looking for a comfortable and memorable stay.

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Basic Cabin, Double

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

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Basic Cabin with Double Bed is 161 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Botel

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Dormitory, 4 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

160 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Stay in our cozy 4-bed mixed dormitory room, featuring a comfortable bunk bed, a private bathroom, and a stunning river view. The room is located on an upper floor, easily accessible by elevator, and boasts a spacious size of 161 square feet.

Quadruple Room in Botel

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Room - 4 Twin

4 Bunk Beds

160 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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The quadruple room offers a private entrance, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by elevator. The unit has 4 beds.

Guest reviews

7.2

2,866 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Facilities

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Value for money

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Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Dan

9.1

December 2024

We stayed in the letter B, we enjoyed everything about it! It was clean, it was very very comfortable, and easily accessible due to the free regular ferry! The skateboards were a cool extra, we just used it as base mainly as we were out alot but was great and would stay again!

The only negatives I could think of is they provided tea and coffee etc but no milk but we could have easily got some if we was planning to be back there for a longer period than we was. And it said there was a games console and TV on middle floor but that wasn't there when we was there, however that didn't affect us in any way as we wasn't there for that! We lived absolutely everything

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Fatemehseidi

8.2

October 2023

The reception staff's behavior during check-in and check-out was exceptionally friendly. It's highly recommended to make reservations through Booking; otherwise, securing a room directly might be challenging. We followed this advice and were able to get a room on the spot, thanks to their guidance. The hotel's proximity to the central train station made commuting convenient, especially with the frequent ferry service to the central station every ten minutes. We had a fantastic view of the canal, which added to the charm of our stay. One of the highlights was the snooker table on the ground floor and the bar area, providing us with enjoyable moments. Overall, we were satisfied with our stay at this hotel."

However, it's worth noting that the rooms lacked sound insulation, and we could occasionally hear noises from adjacent rooms. Although smoking is prohibited in the rooms, there were instances where we could detect cigarette odors.

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Stefan

8.2

December 2023

Well, staying on a ship was a special experience. The main deck was nicely decorated and pleasant to spend time at. Don't worry about the location, the ferries are nearby, free and offer a unique experience - you start off every day by crossing IJ (well unless you choose to stay north)!

It would be nice if there would be a shared kitchen for people looking for a more traditional hostel stay. The price is definitely more on the expensive side, there weren't many people at the beginning of November staying in the 8 bed dormitory.

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Emma

8.2

June 2023

Fantastic location and a fun experience to stay on a boat in the heart of the city. Very easy to get to from the ferry, and the main areas are very nicely done. We had a room on the waterline which was fun, very basic, just two bunks and a (very small!) bathroom but it was perfect for what we needed. Breakfast was good and the staff helpful.

Bottom bunk is a little cramped in that it is too low to sit up under, bathroom is very small (was ok for us but if you were a bigger person it might be tricky). I would have appreciated a kettle for tea/coffee in the room. Room size is small (boat cabin!) which again was ok for us as we travel list but if you had a lot of luggage it might be tricky.

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Willie

10

May 2023

We liked the fact that the hotel is on an island away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. Also the fact there's a free public service ferry running until 2.30am to get you across from Central Station. There are also 2 lovely Bars/Restaurants on the island which are very easy accessible from the botel. We arrived at 10am and they had a luggage room where they held our luggage until we were able to check in.

Even though the reception was open 24 hours the bar still closed at midnight. It would be nice to have it open a little later. This is the only minor thing not to like.

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Paul

8.2

April 2023

a small room with tiny toilet/sink/shower room. a comfortable bed for 2 right next to a window with the.river immediately outside, and a nearby view of the ferry terminal. getting there from main city (centraal station) requires a short, free ferry ride, which remained fun for the 3 nights we stayed. clean room where everything worked (tho the water was very hot and tedious to adjust in the shower).

the hotel was being rennovated, so the hallway was work in progress and a bit hard to navigate. the common space of the hotel was under reconstruction, so breakfast (paid separately) and bar were in a nearby sailing vessel. All this actually little bother, and should be completed soon.

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Servet

10

March 2023

everybody complained about renovation and noise last comments on booking. we almost not choose this hotel. are you crazy? i mean what they are expect from a hotel in Amsterdam! first of all we didnt be disturbed not noise. its so easy to go to hotel and also so fun. its direct ferry from center to hotel just 8-10minutes. We stayed with baby 1.5year. the room was in minus 1. room was clean and has towels sheets glass shampoo soap. we had sea view. in the morning when we opened the curten we saw seagull, swan. we gave bread to them from window. its so nice. I was a bit nerves about stairs but our baby was so happy to go up from stairs to bed. she played a lot and we had some free time for ourself. she get bored before normal hotel rooms. Also the room was hot, you can arrange temperatur of the room. shower also has hot water. the other thing is the comment says shower is small. come on, its cosept hotel and a SHIP. dont stay in a ship then. staff was also kind and helpfull. they changed towels and shits everyday. and they cleaned the room everyday. we stayed so cheap, compare to other hotels in Amsterdam. we didnt have any problem. when the renovation finish, you cant stay with this money.

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Emma

10

June 2023

The breakfast was lovely and fresh with plenty to choice from - hot bacon, eggs and beans or cold cuts, salad fruit and yoghurt, pastries and coffee. Rooms were fresh and clean, as was the rest of the Botel, really impressed with it. Location was lovely, ten minutes free ferry from Amsterdam central which was no hassle to get. Superb

Maybe coffee and tea facilities in the room? However this is a minor thing as nothing else came to mind. There is a supermarket two minutes away that does coffee or even at the bar. So I’m being picky!

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Lydia

10

October 2023

We loved this stay! I saw bad reviews but I have no idea why?! The boat is so cool and has a bar and hang out area with pool tables etc. our room was spacious, bed was comfy. You can get the ferry over and it’s free! It runs until about 2am I think. The area around hotel was also cool. A big artistist hall and graffiti museum. Wifi was good. Easy to get luggage to it.

No aircon, but goood breeze so we didn’t get hot. We loved everything else!

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Ekaterina

8.2

April 2023

It is really fun as a concept, great ambiance. Very clean and nice bathrooms and showers, and all textile. Intelligently made shelf and lamp by the bunk bed. The bed is comfy. Sweet personnel. The ferry just beside the hotel. Cool street art area and museum nearby.

1st floor of the bunk bed felt low. My suitcase (medium sized) didn’t fit under the bed (at all other hostels it did). Some basic soap in the shower/bathroom could be a great addition.

Points of Interest Around Botel

Attractions

Theater Amsterdam

0.5mi

Museum Het Schip

1mi

St. Nicholas Basilica (Sint Nicolaasbasiliek)

1.7mi

Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht)

2mi

New Market Square (Nieuwmarkt)

2mi

Zuiderkerk (Southern Church)

2.1mi

Pathé Tuschinski Theater

2.4mi

FOAM Photography Museum Amsterdam (Fotografiemuseum Amsterdam)

2.5mi

Museum Van Loon

2.6mi

Prinsengracht

2.7mi

South Kennemerland National Park (Nationaal Park Zuid-Kennemerland)

13.1mi

Schermerhorn Mill Museum (Museummolen)

13.8mi

Museum De Lakenhal

23.7mi

Zuiderzeemuseum

27.3mi

St. John's Church (Sint Janskerk)

28mi

Amenities of Botel

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Bar

Private entrance

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

River view

Elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Stay rules - Botel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Botel

When are the check-in and check-out times for Botel?

Botel welcomes guests for check-in at 03:00 PM and the departure or check-out time is set at 11:00 AM.

Is free parking available at Botel?

Yes, there is parking available at Botel. However, it is important to note that the parking is public and located at a nearby location. The cost of parking is €8 per day, and unfortunately, reservations are not possible.

What are the rates at Botel?

For stays at Botel, prices generally start at $185. However, your final rate might differ due to room types and date selections. To know the exact cost, specify your dates.

What are the room types available at Botel?

The Botel hotel offers a variety of rooms including basic twin rooms with two twin beds and a room size of 161 sqft. There are also apartments available, such as Loft Letter B and Loft Letter E, which can accommodate up to four adults and one child with queen or double size beds. Additionally, there are quadruple rooms with bunk beds available for larger groups. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Botel?

Guests at Botel can make the most of their stay by enjoying the leisure amenities available. They can begin their day by renting a bicycle provided by the hotel. This allows guests to explore the surrounding area and take in the beautiful scenery while cycling. In the evening, guests can unwind and socialize at the hotel's bar, which offers a variety of beverages. For those looking for some entertainment, there is also a pool table available to enjoy a friendly game with friends or family. These amenities provide guests with various options to make their stay enjoyable and memorable at Botel.

What methods of payment does Botel accept?

Botel accepts various payment methods for its services. Besides accepting cash payments, they also accept JCB, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro.