Name: Botel
Address: NDSM-Pier 3, Amsterdam Noord, 1033 RG Amsterdam, Netherlands, NDSM-Pier 3, Noord-Holland, 1033 RG, Netherlands
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $40 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.5

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Botel

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in nightlife, city walks and culture – Check location NDSM-Pier 3, Amsterdam Noord, 1033 RG Amsterdam, Netherlands – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in nightlife, city walks and culture – Check location

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The hallway and room were clean, the beds comfortable, the hot water plentiful, the heating (if needed) worked admirably. The accommodation is basic, but provides what a body needs. There are four fairly decent restaurants within a maximum of a five-minute walk from the Botel. All kitchens close at 10 pm except Cannibal Royale, who serve excellent burgers, spare ribs and fries.

Mrs, Ireland

The location is good. It's a free ferry ride from the Amsterdam Central .

Ritesh, India

It is a fun place to stay and plenty of boats offering food

Sally, United Kingdom

Everthing Stayed here before (at different location) bit further out but accessed by free ferry, rooms small but ideal for me, clean and warm, very comfortable would definitely would stay again Late night shuttle bus great and free

John, United Kingdom

Bed was surprisingly really comfortable. Location to ferry was great

Rachel, New Zealand

Very optimal value price. Big advantage (because Botel is on another side of the river of city center) is ferry (50 m away of Botel) which is free of charge, drives every 30 minutes from NDSM to the city center.

Daniel, Germany

Price was reasonable, rooms are small but functional. Breakfast was good but not complementary

Keith, United States of America

Bote has a great ferry connection to Central Station and the location is quiet.

David, Spain

clean and comfortable,nice location near to central station. It was a new experience staying in hotel like this, will stay again

Chaymae, Morocco

A good value for the money. I have stayed there several times and never been disappointed

Jay, United States of America

8.3

Free WiFi

What guests loved the most:
“The hallway and room were clean, the beds comfortable, the hot water plentiful, the heating (if needed) worked admirably. The accommodation is basic, but provides what a body needs. ”

Mrs Ireland
“The location is good. It's a free ferry ride from the Amsterdam Central .”

Ritesh India
“It is a fun place to stay and plenty of boats offering food”

Sally United Kingdom
“Everthing Stayed here before (at different location) bit further out but accessed by free ferry, rooms small but ideal for me, clean and warm, very comfortable would definitely would stay again Late...”

John United Kingdom
“Bed was surprisingly really comfortable. Location to ferry was great ”

Rachel New Zealand
“Very optimal value price. Big advantage (because Botel is on another side of the river of city center) is ferry (50 m away of Botel) which is free of charge, drives every 30 minutes from NDSM to the...”

Daniel Germany
“Price was reasonable, rooms are small but functional. Breakfast was good but not complementary”

Keith United States of America
“Bote has a great ferry connection to Central Station and the location is quiet.”

David Spain
“clean and comfortable,nice location near to central station. It was a new experience staying in hotel like this, will stay again ”

Chaymae Morocco
“A good value for the money. I have stayed there several times and never been disappointed”

Jay United States of America

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. Botel also offers free newspapers, a wake-up service and a bike and car-rental service. 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.

Amsterdam Noord is a great choice for travelers interested in nightlife, city walks and culture.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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An Inside Look at Botel

Botel is a modern floating 3 star hotel in Amsterdam. A perfect base of operations for getting to know this exciting city. The Botel is moored at a vibrant spot on the banks of the river IJ: the historic NDSM Wharf. Formerly a dynamic shipyard, over the last ten years it’s been transformed into the epitome of hip, hot and trendy: festivals, events, art, restaurants enz.!

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in nightlife, city walks and culture – Check location

Closest Landmarks

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 & Markets

Plekk Restaurant
0.6 miles
Pollux Pacific Restaurant
0 miles
IJ-kantine Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles
IJ Hallen Market
0.2 miles
Hema Supermarket
0.3 miles
Loetje aan 't IJ Restaurant
0.3 miles

Natural Beauty

Ocean/Sea
15.5 miles

Closest Airports

Schiphol Airport
8.3 miles
Rotterdam The Hague Airport
36 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Location & view on the city”

Heijn

Germany

8.7

“The situation is realky good. Close to the city centre and with good ferry connections. The staff is polite and helpful. The breakfast is good for the price you...”

United Kingdom

8.3

“clean, comfortable hotel. So easy to get to. In lovely area.”

Rachel

United Kingdom

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1 Restaurant On Site

Pollux Bar en Food

Food: Mediterranean, International, Grill/BBQ

Menu: À la carte

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3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

Free! All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.

Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge in a crib.

The maximum number of cribs in a room is 1.

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Pets are not allowed.

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

Botel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

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“The hallway and room were clean, the beds comfortable, the hot water plentiful, the heating (if needed) worked admirably. The accommodation is basic, but provides what a body needs. There are four fairly decent restaurants within a maximum of a five-minute walk from the Botel. All kitchens close at 10 pm except Cannibal Royale, who serve excellent burgers, spare ribs and fries.”

Mrs

Ireland

“Everthing Stayed here before (at different location) bit further out but accessed by free ferry, rooms small but ideal for me, clean and warm, very comfortable would definitely would stay again Late night shuttle bus great and free”

John

“Very optimal value price. Big advantage (because Botel is on another side of the river of city center) is ferry (50 m away of Botel) which is free of charge, drives every 30 minutes from NDSM to the city center.”

Daniel

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Reviewed: December 10, 2018

Tracey
Ireland

2 helpful votes
4.2

Disappointing
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Unfriendly staff... Paper thin walls... Noisey... Poor breakfast
Ferry is a great service. Good shower

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 8, 2018

George
India
7.9

“good”
- • Business trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast not included in the price unlike other properties
Good service

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 8, 2018

Nikolaos
Greece
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Old furnitute
Location

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 8, 2018

Starfall
Canada
9.6

“Perfect location, cozy bed, warm room”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I did not like that there was no channels on the TV with movies in English. When I could not sleep because of the time difference, there was nothing on the TV in English except news, and who wants to watch news on vacation ?
The location is perfect, especially if you have a luggage. The ferry to the Botel is free of charge and only 7 min from the Central station. The Botel 2 minutes walking distance from the ferry. The room was small but extremely clean and warm with amazingly comfortable bed. The water in the shower was hot.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 7, 2018

Emma
United Kingdom
10

“Cant wait to come back.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Easy to get to. Shuttle ferrys from the station being free was amazing. Staff we dealt with were very friendly. Id defo recommend.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 7, 2018

Mrs
Ireland
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hallway and room were clean, the beds comfortable, the hot water plentiful, the heating (if needed) worked admirably. The accommodation is basic, but provides what a body needs. There are four fairly decent restaurants within a maximum of a five-minute walk from the Botel. All kitchens close at 10 pm except Cannibal Royale, who serve excellent burgers, spare ribs and fries.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 6, 2018

Suoh
Egypt

1 helpful vote
7.9

“Quick stay in lovely city”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location beside the free ferry to Amsterdam Central, quiet place and the river view.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 6, 2018

Jonathan
Ireland
9.2

“Excellent experience, highly recommended”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I was a bit later than expected for checking in (past 10pm), and when I did, the guy at the reception barely spoke to me. Tossed me a card for my room, not even a goodbye. Come on guys, some consistency there would be nice. As mentioned in the pros, be careful with the ferry return time. Going back all the way with a taxi/Uber from the centre is not a good idea (hugedetour)
Just sleeping on a boat in itself is an experience (not my first time though), but after a few stays in Amsterdam and noticing Botel previously, I thought I would give it a try. So : - Conveniently located. From the pier behind Amsterdam Central it takes 5-10 minutes to cross with the free ferry. Just remember that service on this line stops at 11.40pm on weekdays, you can take the other ferry leaving from that pier (the bridge), then ride an uber to the hotel for like 5 euros - The room was smallish but functional. Had all the amenities I could expect from a non-floating hotel, bar a swimming pool. I could have jumped from my room window in the Ij for a similar effect - The day staff person was all bright smile. Listened to her deal with the customers in front of me , she's good ! (Spanish lady). The person holding the fort overnight was a lovely man as well !

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 6, 2018

RITESH SETHI
India
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Budget Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The rooms & washrooms are too small.
The location is good. It's a free ferry ride from the Amsterdam Central .

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 4, 2018

S
Singapore

1 helpful vote
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beds come with a shelf so it’s a little uncomfortable
Cool concept stay and great location with free ferries to The Central station from NDSM-Pier!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 4, 2018

M
Australia
9.6

“Great unique accommodation in a central location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Didn't like the fact that at the bar and restaurant they only accept cash for payment. So this forced us to eat elsewhere. We would have loved to have a late night snack or drink in the Botel facilities, but for safety when travelling I don't carry that much cash with me.
Length of beds was great. My niece travelled with me and she is very tall. She liked the bed as it was long enough for her to sleep comfortably. Liked that fact that the room was serviced every day. Something we didn't expect.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 3, 2018

Mohammad
Germany
4.2

“With the same price you can find better places to stay.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The behaviour of staff. The rooms were small and location was not good.
The rooms are not desighn friendly. Specially the bathroom was not useful. There was no soap or shampoo.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 3, 2018

Sarah
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
It was clean comfortable and good value for money.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 2, 2018

Travelers
United States of America
9.2

Wonderful
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathroom is really small
The boat! We really like the comfort of the beds

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 2, 2018

Amy
United Kingdom
9.6

“Great trip to Amsterdam staying at a novelty hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
After a few days the rocking of the boat did sink in. The rooms were quite stuffy but for what you pay location cleanliness this isn’t a. Issue
Cheap and great location

Stayed in December 2018

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