With a stay at this houseboat in Amsterdam (Amsterdam City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and The 9 Streets. .This houseboat is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Dam Square and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Van Gogh Museum.
Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Leidseplein - 7 min drive - 2.0 km
Anne Frank House - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Amsterdam Central Metro Station - 6 min walk
Amsterdam Central Station - 10 min walk
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Lobby Bar - 7 min walk
oba cafe - 10 min walk
Ontbijtzaal Amrâth Amsterdam - 3 min walk
Sea Palace - 9 min walk
A Beautiful Mess - 10 min walk
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.
Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center
Houseboat in Amsterdam, near Dam Square
Guest accommodations at this houseboat offer coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This houseboat offers designated smoking areas.
Guests will find features like internet access.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the accommodation: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Special attention as is houseboat!!
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number 0363 51E5 043E 10F6 1E8A
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Amsterdam Center Amsterdam
Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center Houseboat
Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center Amsterdam
Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center Houseboat Amsterdam
Reviews
Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Cassandra S.
6 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice greeting by Maxim. Very informative and pleasant. Offered information about great food in the area. Very receptive to inquiries during stay. Great stay a little away from the hustle and bustle. But close enough to enjoy. Very quiet in the night. Thanks for a wonderful stay in your beautiful city!
Cassandra S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jaden
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious and unique. Hosts were friendly, communicative and helpful.
Jaden
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
myriam a., Brussels
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Boat itself was “ok.”
Hosts were welcoming and responsive.The interior of the boat could do with some “freshing up.”The floors and table were stained and the roof was leaking in several spots.I also had expected to have showergel&shampoo provided but that was not the case.
The houseboat was lovely. The hosts were responsive, gave good recommendations for dining and were extremely kind and generous.
patricia
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kara A.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and friendly host
Terrific location a short walk from Centraal. Friendly hosts- other occupant was quiet, boat secure. Steep stairs to enter-consider if accessibility is an issue.
Kara A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alan P., St. Petersburg
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, quiet but central
We stayed three nights (family of four) in Casper’s boat. The location is perfect, short walk to/from Centraal Station and easy to get to everything within the city. Casper’s communication was top-notch and the accommodations on the boat were exactly as advertised. Highly recommended.
Alan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrice G.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat Apartment
This was a fun and different experience to stay at the houseboat apartment. It was very clean and comfortable and Casper was a terrific host. He met us for checking in and gave us a quick tour of the boat. I loved that he lives in the front of the boat if there are problems. The location was perfect for shopping, dining and being so close to many attractions. Thank you for hosting us!
Patrice G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin C.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Casper Delivers
Casper was the consummate host and delivered an excellent VRBO experience. Boat is as advertised and centrally located to all things Amsterdam. Will stay at his boat again. Highly recommend.
Kevin C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
dean b.
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Experience Amsterdam
From the outside it didn't look like much but inside was clean and spacious. Be sure to bring shampoo and soap as it is not supplied.
dean b.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cinda B.
30 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome in Amsterdam!
Highly recommend this wonderful houseboat to everyone!
The two bedroom unit is all new, beautiful furnishings and well appointed kitchen. Each bedroom has its own shower! Excellent!
Caspar is a gracious and lovely host….check in is seamless….as is check out.
Will return to this lovely boat and recommend it to friends…thank you!
Cinda B.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rochelle O.
9 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Reasonably priced accommodations near Centraal
Beds were comfortable and clean. Each room had a shower with a separate toilet. Kitchen was well stocked. Heads up that there’s no soap or shampoo in the showers.
Rochelle O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Clarence A.
11 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun trip to Amsterdam
Was looking for something unique, comfortable and quiet while being in the heart of Amsterdam. Casper's place fit the bill and thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Very relaxing!
Clarence A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Regis W.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Happy New Year!
Enjoyed 4 days on board. Accommodations as expected. Nice open kitchen / dining / living space. Location very convenient to restaurants and train station. Host very helpful.
Regis W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Leslie T., The Sea Ranch
20 May 2022
3 days in Amsterdam
Great location. Casper was helpful and informative. Relaxed, comfortable place to stay
Leslie T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen R., Riverside. Ca USA
5 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Unique experience/Houseboat stay
This houseboat is a great location near Central Station. The host is very responsive and friendly. The 2 bedrooms each have a shower but toilet is separate and shared. Beds were comfortable, one has 2 twins and one has 2 twins pushed together. Kitchen was spacious..has medium size frig, stove, dishwasher but no microwave or freezer. The steps going down into the boat are very steep but once inside it was very quiet .. Thank you Casper for a great stay
Karen R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Diane L.
30 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Outside area needs upkeep.
I loved the whole experience of being on a houseboat and the location was exceptional. Just in need of a little love. Fresher towels, outside furniture dangerously broken down, cleaning up area from ground trash. Casper was helpful.
Diane L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carl D.
19 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in Amsterdam…
Great time in Amsterdam, and on the Houseboat. The weather couldn’t have cooperated any better. We were centrally located, with most sights relatively close by - a quick walk to the Central Train Station for further exploration - Thank You Casper!
Carl D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dallas W.
11 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful houseboat
Caspar made us feel very welcome. He met us and showed us all around the houseboat, gave us a couple of excellent restaurant recommendations, and he even checked in with us after a while to see how we were doing. The houseboat was so comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. I would recommend it to other people.
Dallas W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
4/10 Poor
EVELYNE L.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quelle déception !
Points positifs : emplacement de la péniche - propreté de l'appartement
Points négatifs : environnement (épaves de bateaux) et aspect extérieur de la péniche (plastique sur le toit tenu par des pierres) - accès difficile à l'appartement et surtout (escalier très raide) Impossible pour les personnes à mobilité réduite. Les hublots sont rouillés.
Bizarre qu'aucun commentaire ne mentionne ces désagréments !
Vraiment nous avons été déçus quand nous avons vu la péniche.
EVELYNE L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wilhelmina B.
26 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Lage
Die Lage des Bootes ist toll, nah an der Innenstadt, am Bahnhof, an Museen, alles zu Fuß erreichbar.
Die Wohnküche ist schön geräumig, so dass am gut zu mehreren am Tisch sitzen bzw. sich dort aufhalten kann, auch an Regentagen.
Alles sauber und in den Betten haben wir gut geschlafen.
Wilhelmina B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Stefan F.
25 July 2021
Super Lage
Casper sehr cooler typ. Betten und bäder sauber und gemüdlich. Unterkunft nur zum schlafen geeignet. Gruss kalle und lui
Stefan F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Johann V.
4 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice boat!
We enjoyed our stay in Amsterdam. The boat is a really nice location for a visit in the city.