SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis

580 Overtoom, Oud West, 1054 LN Amsterdam, Netherlands – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>56</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a dining room with a table and chairs and a window at SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis in Amsterdam
a view of a river with buildings and a building at SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis in Amsterdam
a living room with two chairs and a table at SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis in Amsterdam
a bathroom with a shower with a shower head at SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis in Amsterdam
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SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis

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9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
56 reviews
  • Entire apartment
  • 237 ft² size
  • City view
  • Free Wifi
  • Air conditioning
  • Private Bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
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Located in Amsterdam West, SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis is set in a bridge house. It is one of the 28 accommodations that housed bridge keepers from 1673 till 2017. In Overtoomsesluis guests can enjoy a view on the canal. The bridge house has noise level 'high'. The house includes a living room, bedroom and bathroom. Guests benefit from free WiFi and a tablet with Neighborhood Guide, Netflix and digital newspapers. A variety of bars, restaurants and shops are found close to the property. Located less than 0.6 mi from Vondelpark, the property is 1.6 mi from Museum Square. The city center is 15 minutes away by public transport. The nearest airport is Schiphol Airport, 8.1 mi from the property

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
7.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jamal
    Germany Germany
    “Great location, fantastic space, very responsive owners!”
  • Suri
    Indonesia Indonesia
    “This hotel is amazing, the location, the space, the facility, we really love our stay and the coolest hotel I have ever been, the view from our room super pretty I don’t have pictures of our bed or inside this hotel but definitely took pictures of...”
  • Taylor
    Canada Canada
    “Cute concept and great location for nice/high end food + drinks if you’re a foodie. Inside the space was cozy, comfy, and actually quite quiet even though it’s on a main road.”

Managed by SWEETS Hotel

Company review score: 8.8Based on 993 reviews from 22 properties
22 managed properties

Company info

SWEETS hotel, first initiated in 2012 as an urban space project. 22 bridge houses are currently available for reservations, with more coming soon. SWEETS hotel is an initiative and co-creation of the architecture office Space&Matter (known for De Ceuvel, an ecological hub), project development partner Grayfield and Suzanne Oxenaar and Otto Nan, founders of Lloyd Hotel & Cultural Embassy (the world’s first 1 to 5 star hotel) and Hotel The Exchange.

Property info

Squeezed in between two large green parks and many cafés, restaurants and shops, this exceptionally cosy hotel room in a bridge house is the perfect starting point to experience Amsterdam like a local. Get a sense of Amsterdam’s history from this 1940s tiny house in ‘Late Amsterdam School’ style, and cuddle up in the snug alcove bed – a peaceful retreat in the midst of the city’s daily rush. Take a scenic 25-minute walk through the Vondelpark from your hotel room for a visit to the Stedelijk Museum, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum. Tram 11, departing around the corner, takes you to Museum Square and Amsterdam Centre in about 15 minutes. From 1947 to 2017, bridge house Overtoomsesluis accommodated Amsterdam’s bridge keepers. In 2017, the bridge house started a new chapter as one of SWEETS hotel's 28 hotel rooms. As with every SWEET, Overtoomsesluis’s interior is inspired by its architectural history. With multiple tram stops around every corner, travel fast and easy from bridge house Overtoomsesluis to every must-go place in Amsterdam. Museum Square, Leidseplein and the city centre are all less than 15 minutes away. Even more convenient: public transport takes you from Schi

Neighborhood info

Starting at the well-known Leidseplein and continuing parallel to the Vondelpark, the Overtoom street is an important connection between Amsterdam Centre and Amsterdam West. Right at the end, you’ll find bridge house Overtoomsesluis. Whether you stay on the centre side or cross the bridge, the neighbourhood offers endless shopping, dining and nightlife possibilities – all at just a stone’s throw away. Walk or cycle through the Vondelpark to Museum Square or Leidseplein, or join the locals on a visit to the Foodhallen. Bad weather? There are multiple tram stops at just a few meters from your bridge house.

Languages Spoken

English,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 6 per hour.
  • Parking garage
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • iPad
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • River view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

City Regulations

Note that, due to fire safety regulations, the city of Amsterdam limits bookings to a maximum of 4 people per apartment.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the bridge is fully operational and may open and close during the stay.

When booking more than 6 rooms for the same day, different policies may apply.

When booking more than 2 SWEETS properties, different policies apply

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 2275159

FAQs about SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis

  • The prices at SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling

  • SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis is 1.9 miles from the center of Amsterdam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at SWEETS - Overtoomsesluis is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.