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 $60 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.6

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Hotel Botel

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

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The view was nice. We were able to get a kettle and cups, so that was good.

Jocelyn

New Zealand

Breakfast was free with the room in the past. Nothing fancy...but now $12 a person. Was very dissatisfied with this change .

Christine

United States of America

The T room is fantastic, great design & views. Great location of the hotel in general

Switzerland

breakfast was ok, except the beans, a large variety for everyone. All the rooms were very clean and were remade every day with clean towels when needed. We like the free ferry to central station, where you could then get taxis, trams or trains to anywhere. We bought a 3 day pass for transport which is good value.

Sheila

United Kingdom

The location, the view and the fact that it’s a boat. It’s pretty clean and a nice comfy place to spend the night, consider that you may get sick because it’s on water and it moves constantly.

Karla

Mexico

The staff was friendly, the beds were comfortable and the place was clean with a nice view

Harley

United States of America

The value for money is satisfying . The location is very interesting , at the harbour, and the free ferry rides to the city indeed something very usefull ( 15 minutes to the center of Amsterdam ) and unique also .

Catalin-florin

Romania

Location is great. Every half an hour we get ferry till night 2.45am. that's sound good. And also morning view from window that's just awesome. For couple from Asia should try at least one night stay this hotel. Must recommend.

Shuvrojit

France

Excellent fun location. Good staff would stay again.

Ken

United States of America

It was interesting experience to live on the ship. Staff was really helpful and friendly. Location was quite good. It takes 15 minutes by a free ferry from Amsterdam Central station. Towels were changed every day and the trash was taken out as well.

Olga_merry

Germany

8.2

Great location!

What guests loved the most:
“The view was nice. We were able to get a kettle and cups, so that was good.”

Jocelyn New Zealand
“Breakfast was free with the room in the past. Nothing fancy...but now $12 a person. Was very dissatisfied with this change .”

Christine United States of America
“The T room is fantastic, great design & views. Great location of the hotel in general”

L Switzerland
“breakfast was ok, except the beans, a large variety for everyone. All the rooms were very clean and were remade every day with clean towels when needed.”

Sheila United Kingdom
“The location, the view and the fact that it’s a boat. It’s pretty clean and a nice comfy place to spend the night, consider that you may get sick because it’s on water and it moves constantly.”

Karla Mexico
“The staff was friendly, the beds were comfortable and the place was clean with a nice view”

Harley United States of America
“The value for money is satisfying . The location is very interesting , at the harbour, and the free ferry rides to the city indeed something very usefull ( 15 minutes to the center of Amsterdam ) and ...”

Catalin-florin Romania
“Location is great. Every half an hour we get ferry till night 2.45am. that's sound good. And also morning view from window that's just awesome.”

Shuvrojit France
“Excellent fun location. Good staff would stay again.”

Ken United States of America
“It was interesting experience to live on the ship. Staff was really helpful and friendly. Location was quite good. It takes 15 minutes by a free ferry from Amsterdam Central station.”

Olga_merry Germany

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.

Amsterdam Noord is a great choice for travelers interested in nightlife, old-town exploration and city walks.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 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

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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
IJ-kantine Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles
IJ Hallen Market
0.2 miles
Hema Supermarket
0.3 miles
Cannibale Royale Restaurant
0.3 miles
Loetje aan 't IJ Restaurant
0.3 miles

Closest Airports *

Schiphol Airport
8.3 miles
Rotterdam The Hague Airport
36 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“It was a nice stay, close to the city center ( 10 minutes cross with the ferry). The included breakfast was good and a wide variety to choose from. Although w...”

Devil231

Romania

9.5

“The location is perfect , you take the ferry which is free and you are at the central station. The ferry departs very often and in the night about every 30 minu...”

Ioannis

Greece

8.3

“It was a unique spot. Well located close to Amsterdam city. Close to good eating spots as well as on board. I would recommend & return”

Dianne

Canada

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The minimum age for check-in is 18

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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.

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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.

“breakfast was ok, except the beans, a large variety for everyone. All the rooms were very clean and were remade every day with clean towels when needed. We like the free ferry to central station, where you could then get taxis, trams or trains to anywhere. We bought a 3 day pass for transport which is good value.”

“The location, the view and the fact that it’s a boat. It’s pretty clean and a nice comfy place to spend the night, consider that you may get sick because it’s on water and it moves constantly.”

“The value for money is satisfying . The location is very interesting , at the harbour, and the free ferry rides to the city indeed something very usefull ( 15 minutes to the center of Amsterdam ) and unique also .”

“Location is great. Every half an hour we get ferry till night 2.45am. that's sound good. And also morning view from window that's just awesome. For couple from Asia should try at least one night stay this hotel. Must recommend. ”

“It was interesting experience to live on the ship. Staff was really helpful and friendly. Location was quite good. It takes 15 minutes by a free ferry from Amsterdam Central station. Towels were changed every day and the trash was taken out as well.”

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Newest Reviews for Botel

Reviewed: October 21, 2019

Dorota
Ireland
5.0

“Affordable, good location if you’re staying close to NDSM or attending ADE”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff not so friendly, also cleaning service knocked at the door and hour before the check out
I liked the way it was central to where I needed to be, I was traveling to the ADE festival so if I was reattending again I would stay there again.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 20, 2019

Navida
United Kingdom
3.8

Poor
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Hotel is below average - hugely dated and dirty
Good enough location

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 20, 2019

Kristie
United Kingdom
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff weren't very helpful. Bed very uncomfortable, shower room absolutely tiny.
Location, it was clean. Good value for money.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 19, 2019

Paul
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Location and free ferry

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 18, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Something different, naval boats and submarine nearby to look at, friendly staff, central with good boat transfer on reliable free public transport. Would visit again.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 18, 2019

Anonymous
Switzerland
4.0

“disappointing and not worth the money”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff was unfriendly at checkin. There is a neighbour boat with a night club inside and extremely loud music. We couldn‘t sleep the whole night because of the music. There was a weird smell coming from the toilets.
It has a billard table.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 18, 2019

Soni
Israel
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We don’t like the Shower

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 17, 2019

Dmcry
Mexico
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The smell on the aisle
Nothing really

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 17, 2019

Lies
Indonesia
10

“For a unique experience, this hotel is worth a try”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing
It has a unique location. Everyday I had to use ferry to cross the river. It is free of charge and it becomes my unique experience. One more thing, the breakfast is quite nice. It has a lot to offer. And, free apples are always available for the guests. Thanks

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 16, 2019

Amy
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
None
Was good, no problems at all great views in morning

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 15, 2019

Jude
United Kingdom

3 helpful votes
9.2

“Excellent value for such an easy location. ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
So easy to get to the Botel with ferries running all the time. Bar was great although service was a little slow. Vending machines had everything you might need late at night.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 14, 2019

Jocelyn
New Zealand

1 helpful vote
5.8

“Yes it was a different experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was quite small, and very basic. The staff member at check-in, was totally not interested, and could not even give me correct direction to my room.
The view was nice. We were able to get a kettle and cups, so that was good.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 14, 2019

Kristijan
Germany
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A bit noisy in our room, you could hear some squecking
Location is not ideal, but there is ferry that can take you to central station in 10 minutes. Ideal view through your window if you love sea view

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 14, 2019

Keith
Australia
7.5

“It suited our needs.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The variety of food for breakfast could have been better.
It was conveniently located.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Robert
United Kingdom
10

“Lovely quirky place to stay for a relaxing break.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 4 nights
The only thing I did notice was that there weren't as many TV channels as before.
We had been to the Botel many years ago when it was moored behind the Station. Once you got used to the regular ferry service and times it just added to our stay. The ferry service is great and without exception on time all the time. The Botel Staff were really brilliant and coped really well with a very busy breakfast time. Reception check in and check out was really slick and the Staff on duty (at any times) were very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in October 2019

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