Hotel Botel

NDSM-Pier 3, Amsterdam Noord, 1033 RG Amsterdam, Netherlands – Great location - show map

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7.5
Good
6,703 reviews

It's a boat similar to a small cruise liner, so yes rooms and bathrooms can be on the smaller side. But let's be real you are coming to Amsterdam are you really going to be just laying around in your room all day? I think not. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, it was located on the pier in a cute hipster vibe area right next to the ferry(that's FREE btw) that took you straight to Amstradam Central Station. From there you have everything at your fingertips. Quiet location but right there for everything you need. 100000/10 recommend and will most definitely stay there again.

Amanda Germany

The view. The surroundings. The motion of the ocean.

Matthew United States of America

Its perfect located, next to the ferry. Comfy beds and lovely view.

Lissa Netherlands

Not very crowded with people and a very good location. Prizes are reasonable and it's 15 minutes ride with ferry from Central Station. The ferry goes to NDSM and then it's just 5 minutes walk to the botel. And the ferry is free of costs 😊

Doreen Netherlands

Funny location, although NDSM wharf is absolutely nothing, you have to reach it by (free) boat. Staff is absolutely great!

Angieashkii Netherlands

We stayed in one of the standalone letter rooms on the top deck. Which was fantastic, fun (it came with its own inside skate ramp) and with incredible views. And the free ferry makes the hotel super easy to access via central station. Plus all the interesting food venues nearby, or short 15/20min walk

Kirsten Netherlands

Everything else, nice comfy bed, beautiful location, great water pressure. Friendly staff. For the price not bad.

Jennifer United States of America

Great for the price Have to give 10/10 because of the name of the place Completely Becommended

Federico Uruguay

Lovely place not far from Central. Free boat ride to the botel

Mohammed United Kingdom

Location, the novelty of staying in the boat, and nice staff.

Peter Hungary
7.5
Good
6,703 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “It's a boat similar to a small cruise liner, so yes rooms and bathrooms can be on the smaller side.”
    Amanda Amanda Germany Germany
  • “The view. The surroundings. The motion of the ocean.”
    Matthew Matthew United States of America United States of America
  • “Its perfect located, next to the ferry. Comfy beds and lovely view.”
    Lissa Lissa Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Not very crowded with people and a very good location. Prizes are reasonable and it's 15 minutes ride with ferry from Central Station.”
    Doreen Doreen Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Funny location, although NDSM wharf is absolutely nothing, you have to reach it by (free) boat. Staff is absolutely great!”
    Angieashkii Angieashkii Netherlands Netherlands
  • “We stayed in one of the standalone letter rooms on the top deck. Which was fantastic, fun (it came with its own inside skate ramp) and with incredible views.”
    Kirsten Kirsten Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Everything else, nice comfy bed, beautiful location, great water pressure. Friendly staff. For the price not bad.”
    Jennifer Jennifer United States of America United States of America
  • “Great for the price Have to give 10/10 because of the name of the place Completely Becommended”
    Federico Federico Uruguay Uruguay
  • “Lovely place not far from Central. Free boat ride to the botel”
    Mohammed Mohammed United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Location, the novelty of staying in the boat, and nice staff.”
    Peter Peter Hungary Hungary

Categories:

  • Staff8.1
  • Facilities 6.9
  • Cleanliness7.5
  • Comfort 7.1
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location8.6
  • Free WiFi8.5
Low score for Amsterdam

This unique 3-star hotel offers rooms aboard a boat located on the River IJ at the NDSM Wharf in Amsterdam. The property includes a bar. It has a free 10-minute ferry service to Amsterdam Central Station twice every hour.

The rooms have either land or views over the River IJ. Each room has a private bathroom and private restroom. A continental breakfast buffet is served each morning.

Guests can relax in the bar area and play pool or video games. During nice weather guests can enjoy the terrace.

The property is located at the NDSM-wharf. This former shipyard is now a place where modern life unfolds: festivals, events, art, flea markets, restaurants, bars and new architecture.

Amsterdam Central Railway Station offers direct connections to Schiphol Airport in 15 minutes. From the station there are tram services to Dam Square and Museum Square which includes the Van Gogh Museum.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar
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7.5
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  • Staff8.1
  • Facilities 6.9
    Room
  • Cleanliness7.5
    Bathroom
  • Comfort 7.1
    Shower, Quiet room, Bathroom
  • Value for money7.8
    Convenient location
    Extra charges
  • Location8.6
    View, Central location
  • Free WiFi8.5
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  • Amanda Germany

    “It's a boat similar to a small cruise liner, so yes rooms and bathrooms can be on the smaller side. But let's be real you are coming to Amsterdam are you really going to be just laying around in your room all day? I think not. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, it was located on the pier in a cute hipster vibe area right next to the ferry(that's FREE btw) that took you straight to Amstradam Central Station. From there you have everything at your fingertips. Quiet location but right there for everything you need. 100000/10 recommend and will most definitely stay there again.”

  • Matthew United States of America

    “The view. The surroundings. The motion of the ocean.”

  • Lissa Netherlands

    “Its perfect located, next to the ferry. Comfy beds and lovely view.”

  • Doreen Netherlands

    “Not very crowded with people and a very good location. Prizes are reasonable and it's 15 minutes ride with ferry from Central Station. The ferry goes to NDSM and then it's just 5 minutes walk to the botel. And the ferry is free of costs 😊”

  • Angieashkii Netherlands

    “Funny location, although NDSM wharf is absolutely nothing, you have to reach it by (free) boat. Staff is absolutely great!”

  • Kirsten Netherlands

    “We stayed in one of the standalone letter rooms on the top deck. Which was fantastic, fun (it came with its own inside skate ramp) and with incredible views. And the free ferry makes the hotel super easy to access via central station. Plus all the interesting food venues nearby, or short 15/20min walk”

  • Jennifer United States of America

    “Everything else, nice comfy bed, beautiful location, great water pressure. Friendly staff. For the price not bad.”

  • Federico Uruguay

    “Great for the price Have to give 10/10 because of the name of the place Completely Becommended”

  • Mohammed United Kingdom

    “Lovely place not far from Central. Free boat ride to the botel ”

  • Peter Hungary

    “Location, the novelty of staying in the boat, and nice staff.”

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  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?

    WE have a plastic screen between crew and guest and also on the desk a desinfected hand gel.

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    Answered on May 9, 2020
  • Where can I smoke

    outside only, I am afraid.

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    Asked about: Double Room • Answered on September 10, 2019
  • Double bed seaview side

    we will do our best for your request

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    Answered on October 12, 2019
  • Is the letter O skateable?

    this is not possible

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    Asked about: Loft Letter O • Answered on July 18, 2020
  • Can we drop of our bags before check in? We arrive at 11am and dont want to be walking around with them all day

    Yes , we have a luggage room for your luggage

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    Answered on October 27, 2019
  • I am driving to Amstedam and would like to know how much parking is.

    There is parking (for cars and buses) at the end of the NDSM Wharf and in the surrounding neighbourhood. Paid parking applies 7days a week from Monday till Saturday 09:00 – 19:00 and Sunday 12:00-19:00(approx. € 1.40 per hour or a day ticket cost €8,40). You can purchase a parking ticket from the ticket machines on the parking.

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    Answered on January 11, 2020
  • I would like to book this hotel and would like to know if there is parking for my car and how much it is

    There is parking (for cars and buses) at the end of the NDSM Wharf and in the surrounding neighbourhood. Paid parking applies 7days a week from Monday till Saturday 09:00 – 19:00 and Sunday 12:00-19:00(approx. € 1.40 per hour or a day ticket cost €8,40). You can purchase a parking ticket from the ticket machines on the parking.

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    Answered on January 11, 2020
  • As a family of five, is it possible to book two cabins next door to each other?

    WE will do our best for your request

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    Answered on January 18, 2020
  • Is there a hairdryer in the room

    WE have hairdryers at the reception for €10-deposit

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    Answered on October 12, 2019
  • Does the ferry service run 24hours a day? Many thanks, Donna

    The complimentary NDSM Ferry sails to the Botel from the back of the Amsterdam Central Station. The ferry sails every 30 minutes and the trip takes around 15 minutes. During the week the ferry sails from Central Station to NDSM between 6:45 and 1:34 am and during the weekends it sails between 7:15 and 2:45 am. During the week the ferry sails form NDSM to Central Station between 7:00 and 1:49 am and during the weekend it sails between 7:30 and 3:04 am. Central Station to NDSM -WERF NDSM-WERF to central Station First ferry Monday to Friday 06:45am First ferry Monday to Friday 07:00am Last ferry Sunday to Thursday 01:34am Last ferry Sunday to Thursday 01:49am First ferry Saturday and Sunday 07:15am First ferry Saturday and Sunday 07:30am Last ferry Friday and Saturday 02:45am Last ferry Friday and Saturday 03:04am

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    Answered on February 20, 2020
  • I am cycling from Amsterdam to Paris and want some safe place to store 2cycles over night.

    You can only park your bike infront of the Botel

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    Answered on February 8, 2020
  • How much in a taxi from S hippo l airport to botel?

    around 75 euros

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    Answered on March 14, 2020
  • We would like to take tours to Kuekenhof, canal river cruise and the red light district how do we do it from this location?

    The best is to book the excursion at the Reception from Botel

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    Answered on February 29, 2020
  • Dear, we are very interested in your accommodation. It is very beautiful and nice. we want to book rooms but we have one question. is the ferry to the center of Amsterdam and return-free or it is charged. and until what time it drives. best regards.

    yes , the ferry is free of charge. it runs till midnight

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    Answered on August 28, 2021
  • Hi is the ferry service regularly running the entire night?

    The ferry goes till midnight

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    Answered on July 1, 2021
  • I was looking to book a room but when looking at the pictures it showed different types of room, I would like to choose one of the rooms on top of the boat in the letters but that option when payinng doesn't come up just standard rooms. Anyway we can pick our room type

    Good afternoon, The rooms on top of the boat have a different rate, if you dont get an option to book it, it's because they are not available for the date you want to book. We only have 5 rooms of this type and they sell out quickly.

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    Answered on July 29, 2020
  • I see that this is for 4 people but can only see 1 large double bed, is there more then 1 bed?

    2 2person beds next to eachother

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    Asked about: Loft Letter B • Answered on October 9, 2021
  • is it possible to stay in the loft with a baby? she sleeps in the same bed and doesn't require extra accommodation

    WE can also add a baby bed free of charge

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    Asked about: Loft Letter L • Answered on August 2, 2021
  • What is an attached bathroom? Is it the same thing as private bathroom?

    yes , indeed

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    Answered on January 28, 2021
  • What type of plug sockets are in the room?

    2 point; you may buy adapters in the hotel.

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    Answered on March 9, 2020
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Westerpark
    1.1 miles
  • Comedy Café Amsterdam
    1.2 miles
  • Westergasfabriek
    1.3 miles
  • A'DAM Lookout
    1.3 miles
  • EYE Film Institute
    1.3 miles
  • West-Indisch Huis
    1.4 miles
  • Noorderkerk
    1.5 miles
  • Noordermarkt
    1.5 miles
  • World's Narrowest House
    1.6 miles
  • Koepelkerk
    1.6 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Plekk
    0.6 miles
  • Cafe/Bar IJ-kantine
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant Cannibale Royale
    0.3 miles
  • Restaurant Loetje aan 't IJ
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Amsterdam Central Station
    1.6 miles
  • Basilica of St. Nicholas
    1.7 miles
  • Anne Frank House
    1.8 miles
  • Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder
    1.8 miles
  • Royal Palace Amsterdam
    1.9 miles
  • Dam Square
    1.9 miles
  • Rembrandt House
    2.2 miles
  • Dutch National Opera & Ballet
    2.4 miles
  • Leidseplein
    2.6 miles
  • Van Gogh Museum
    2.9 miles
Closest Airports
  • Schiphol Airport
    8.3 miles
  • Rotterdam The Hague Airport
    36 miles
How to get to Botel from Schiphol Airport
    Taxi
    Parking available
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Amenities of Botel

Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Cycling
  • Pool table Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Bottle of water Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 8 per day.
  • Street parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets Additional charge
Services
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safe Additional charge
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Dutch
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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

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prepayment

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

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa JCB Diners Club Botel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Guests using a satellite navigation system to find the property are advised to use the following address: Mt. Ondinaweg.

When booking more than 5 rooms, please contact the hotel as other policies and supplements apply.

Please note that when booking a non refundable rate where payment is due before arrival, Botel will provide detailed payment instructions, for example a link to a secured payment platform.

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

FAQs about Botel

  • Guests staying at Botel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Botel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Botel by:

    • Taxi 30min
    • Train 45min

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

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Botel (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Street parking

  • Botel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Pool table
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Botel is 2 miles from the center of Amsterdam.

  • Room options at Botel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Apartment
    • Quad
    • Bed in Dorm