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Ideally located in Amsterdam, The Bee Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 1.6 km from Dam Square, 1.9 km from Beurs van Berlage and 1.2 km from Rembrandtplein. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Artis Zoo.

it’s was very central, clean, the staff were friendly and very helpful.

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8.6
Excellent
2,446 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, certain units at the hostel also have a city view. At THIS HO(S)TEL all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Popular points of interest near THIS HO(S)TEL include Beurs van Berlage, Rembrandt House and Basilica of St. Nicholas. The nearest airport is Schiphol Airport, 18 km from the hostel.

convenient, clean. when i arrived a guy received me very well but morning lady wasn’t that nice.

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8.3
Very Good
5,340 reviews
Price from
$67
per night

Located in the Red Light District of Amsterdam, Durty Nelly's Inn a 7-minute walk from the Central Station and a 1-minute walk from Dam Square. The property is close to several well-known attractions. Guests can have a cocktail at the bar and enjoy hostel discounts on food and drinks.

This is a great place for single travellers or young people. The room is not big and there are about 12 people in the room but still okay. The staff is very nice and friendly, room and bathrooms were clean all the time. Also, it was not very noisy even though it is located in the very city center. I would definitely recommend this accommodation and I would use it next time!

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8.3
Very Good
5,060 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

Ecomama is well set in Amsterdam, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is located 700 metres from Artis Zoo, 1.2 km from Dam Square and 1.5 km from Beurs van Berlage. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Rembrandt House, Dutch National Opera & Ballet and Royal Theater Carré. The nearest airport is Schiphol Airport, 16 km from Ecomama.

Amazing vibe, beautiful space for chilling, adorable cats and a trampoline!!!!!!

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8.1
Very Good
2,888 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Located 10 minutes by metro from the city center, Via Amsterdam is a design-led hybrid hostel and hotel with street art and urban design featured throughout the building.The property situated in the Bijlmermeer district, offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

staff was super nice, everything was clean and the facilities were great! 100% would stay here again

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8.1
Very Good
16,048 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

A 20-minute metro ride from Amsterdam’s city centre, female only hostel Hostelle offers rooms and beds in an modern designed hostel. This female only hostel offers a laundry service. There is a garden and library, and free Wi-Fi is available.

the staff- welcoming and supportive the room- very quiet, separated from bathroom and common area location-close to restaurants and train station the event- the staff arrange special event for us and I feel like home

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8.4
Very Good
4,785 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

Train Lodge Amsterdam is located next to Amsterdam Sloterdijk Train Station. Train lodge is an unique hostel with shared and private accommodation, an on-site bar, a sunny terrace and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

The staff were friendly, hot water , very clean and close to Metro station.

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8.1
Very Good
2,092 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

ClinkNOORD is situated in Noord area, just across the IJ River and within 10 minutes from the back of Amsterdam Centraal Station. The ferry ride is free and available 24/7. ClinkNOORD Hostel offers free Wi-Fi. A 24-hour front desk is available at the property.

clean and modern hostel with social activities for solo travellers to meet. breakfast was simple and sufficient, nothing fancy and not a lot of protein options available. the ferry to the city centre runs 24/7 so its relatively convenient.

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8
Very Good
14,318 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

Each dormitory room comes with bunk beds and shared shower and toilet facilities. The private room comes with a TV to stream Netflix or Youtube, refrigerator and private bathroom which is fitted with a shower.

I never imagined staying at a hostel until, but all the hotels were booked. No regrets, it was an interesting experience and would recommend for solo travelers. Rooms were quiet because there were other areas for people to socialize. Great set up,i felt safe the entire time.

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8
Very Good
3,911 reviews
Price from
$23
per night

Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost offers spacious rooms and dormitories with a private bathroom. Some rooms and dormitories are wheelchair accessible. Please note that you can rent a towel at a small charge.

Decent location, great stuff and great facility

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8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • The Flying Pig Uptown
    Budget options available

    This backpackers hostel is located directly next to famous Vondelpark, just an 8-minute walk from Leidseplein. The Flying Pig Uptown features a 24-hour front desk and a bar.

    There's always a good feeling about this place.

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,369 reviews
  • Train Lodge Amsterdam
    Budget options available

    Train Lodge Amsterdam is located next to Amsterdam Sloterdijk Train Station.

    Train environment, cleaning and staff was so lovely.

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,092 reviews
  • Euphemia Budget Old City Canal Zone
    Budget options available

    Euphemia Budget Old City Canal Zone is located 2625 feet from Leidseplein and offers private rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Close to the center, close to restaurants and shops.

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,387 reviews
  • Hostel The Veteran
    Budget options available

    Hostel The Veteran offers budget rooms for up to 4 people near Rembrandt Square, a lively area in the heart of Amsterdam. All of the rooms overlook the Herengracht canal.

    La posizione e la vista della stanza sono perfette.

    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 589 reviews

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  • Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark
    Central location

    Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam is located in the heart of the Vondelpark and offers a view on the green surroundings. The Van Gogh Museum is an 8-minute walk away.

    Great service at the reception and a nice ambience.

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 5,449 reviews
  • THIS HO(S)TEL
    Central location

    Located in Amsterdam and with Our Lord in the Attic Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, THIS HO(S)TEL provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout...

    Clean rooms ,brilliant location, free morning coffee

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 5,340 reviews
  • Via Amsterdam
    Central location

    Located 10 minutes by metro from the city center, Via Amsterdam is a design-led hybrid hostel and hotel with street art and urban design featured throughout the building.The property located in the...

    Best place with cheap parking cost €12.50/24hrs

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 16,048 reviews
  • The Flying Pig Downtown
    Central location

    This hostel is located in shopping street Nieuwendijk in the center of Amsterdam. The Flying Pig Downtown has a bar and 24-hour front desk. Amsterdam Central Station is a 3-minute walk.

    Smoke room, cheap shots, pool table, lots of showers

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,911 reviews
  • St Christophers Inn at The Winston
    Central location

    This hostel is located in Amsterdam's city center, next to the Red Light District. St Christophers Inn at The Winston offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi.

    Location, ambience and overall the rooms and its cleanliness

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,225 reviews
  • Cocomama
    Central location

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Cocomama is located in the center of Amsterdam, a 7-minute walk from Heineken Experience.

    The kitchen and the roommates. And the 🐈 cat absolutely

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,545 reviews
  • Generator Amsterdam
    Central location

    Generator Amsterdam is a brand new designer hostel located in the east of Amsterdam near De Pijp. It was a former zoological building and is based in Oosterpark.

    Private pods area was quiet and showers were lovely

    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,663 reviews
  • Heart of Amsterdam Hotel
    Central location

    This ho(s)tel is located in the lively and central area of the famous Red Light District of Amsterdam, a 5-minute walk from Dam Square, with many tram and metro stops nearby and Amsterdam central...

    The location is fantastic and the staff were really helpful.

    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,584 reviews
  • Xplore Hostel Amsterdam
    Central location

    Featuring a shared lounge, Xplore Hostel Amsterdam is located in the center of Amsterdam, a 4-minute walk from Royal Palace Amsterdam.

    It's bar downstairs with lot of positive people

    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,801 reviews
  • Hostel The Globe
    Central location

    The Globe offers hostel accommodations in the city center only 1312 feet from Amsterdam Central Railway Station.

    Staff members very friendly and cleaning also okay

    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,313 reviews
  • Budget Hostel Sphinx
    Central location

    The Budget Hostel Sphinx has simply-furnished rooms in Amsterdam, just under a quarter of a mile from the Heineken Experience.

    Helpful staff . Comfortable bed and good hot shower.

    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,449 reviews
  • The White Tulip Hostel
    Central location

    With its top location in the Red Light District, this hostel is a 5-minute walk away from Dam Square. The Irish pub has 6 TVs and serves breakfast until 22:00.

    Good location, bed was comfortable, value for money.

    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 3,312 reviews
  • International Budget Hostel City Center
    Central location

    International Budget Hostel City Center is located in the city center of Amsterdam along the Leidsegracht. Leidseplein is only 984 ft away. Each room comes with shared bathroom facilities.

    Exceptional staff Comfortable bed Reasonably priced

    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,087 reviews
  • Hostel Warmoes Amsterdam
    Central location

    Attractively set in the Amsterdam City Center district of Amsterdam, Hostel Warmoes Amsterdam is located a 1-minute walk from Our Lord in the Attic Museum, 500 yards from Dam Square and a 2-minute...

    Accessible to all locations and near to Centraal station

    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 879 reviews
  • Hostel Utopia
    Central location

    Located in Amsterdam, within a 8-minute walk of Anne Frank House and 0.8 miles of Rembrandtplein, Hostel Utopia has free WiFi throughout the property.

    Great location and very handy for public transport

    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 803 reviews
  • Amsterdam Hostel Uptown
    Central location

    Less than 656 feet from Leidseplein, Amsterdam Hostel Uptown benefits from free Wi-Fi and a terrace. The Museum Square with the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum is within a 10-minute walk.

    Location is perfect and the staff are very friendly!

    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 590 reviews
  • Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo
    Central location

    Just a 2 minute walk from lively Leidesplein Square, Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo features a free Wi-Fi zone.

    everything is good for me! much more than Excellent!!

    5.1
    Scored 5.1
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 1,414 reviews
  • Amsterdam Hostel Sarphati
    Central location

    This family hotel is set within Sarphati Park and is only 10 minutes by foot from the city center. This location is an ideal base for visiting Amsterdam.

    It's too Good place that guy helps me a lot about booking

    5.0
    Scored 5.0
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 1,096 reviews
  • Princess Hostel Leidse Square Amsterdam
    Central location

    Princess Hotel Leidse Square is located within a 5-minute walk from the well-known Leidse Square, Vondelpark and Museum Square.

    Very beautiful place and clean room the bed îs good

    4.8
    Scored 4.8
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 1,776 reviews
  • Guest House Amsterdam
    Central location

    Attractively located in the Amsterdam Noord district of Amsterdam, Guest House Amsterdam is located 1.2 miles from A'DAM Lookout, 2.6 miles from Rembrandt House and 2.7 miles from Dutch National Opera...

    Muy amable y comprensivos los encargados del lugar!

    4.7
    Scored 4.7
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 356 reviews

FAQ about hostels in Amsterdam







Hostels that guests love in Amsterdam

  • Avg. price/night: $212.39
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,954 reviews
    Location wise it’s very strategic. Near transport links, shops and restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. The staff were really amazing! I was allowed early check in and was given a room upgrade at no cost. The housekeeping team kept the room fresh and clean daily. Upon check out the receptionist was very clever to offer me to store my luggages safely within their care while I make the most of my remaining time in the city. She even offered me a map and gave me tips on where to buy cheap souvenir items. The team went beyond my expectations! ☺️
    Krista Ayara
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $158.38
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 2,228 reviews
    Great if you just want somewhere to sleep and get a hot shower . Whilst being nothing special its safe , secure / CHEAP and in a prime location . The people who work there are friendly enough and its clean . Ideal for a couple of lads staying in Amsterdam...let face it you don't go to Amsterdam and stay in a hotel room all day . Would stay there again .....
    Carl
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $224.53
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,121 reviews
    Everything was perfect, the staff are lovely and helpful. The room was a perfect size and extremely clean! The location is extremely central in a great location. We travelled with our toddler and felt it was very safe.
    Eoghan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $115.44
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,911 reviews
    - The hostel is just a few hundred meters from the central station - The staff is courteous and friendly - The demographics of people staying here was largely young, party going- backpackers - Their baggage storage is paid storage, which is quite easy to operate - Breakfast had a decent set of options - The under-bed storage is pretty rudimentary and needs one to buy a pad-lock from their reception - Overall if you are ok with a centrally located but fairly busy and noisy place this is for you
    Manjiri
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $377.45
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 5,449 reviews
    The hostel is in a great location, close to Voldenpark and the museumplatz. Staff are friendly and the rooms are quite confortable. I woudl recommend it. =)
    Filipe
    Solo traveler
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,785 reviews
    great facilities: shared makeup station, great common area, kitchen, coffee station nice concept (women only hostel; space designed for women) felt really safe in the hostel 20 minutes by metro from central station/city centre
    emilia.are
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $215.18
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,663 reviews
    To date, it was the best hostel I have been so far. The infrastructure is really good, the staff is easygoing and helpful and the rooms are confortable, spacious and clean (bonus points for the box under the bed where you can put your luggate - its HUGE).
    Julia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $180.84
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 18,890 reviews
    Very good, quick and easy check in using the computers in reception. Room was very nice and clean. Big bathroom too. Amazing shower. Quiet hotel as heard no outside noise even though the Casinowasnt far from my window. Great location in regards being in the middle of Airport and City Centre. Cheap to get to.
    Simon
    Solo traveler
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,785 reviews
    I've been to Hostelle 5-6 years ago at its previous location and already loved it back then. But now it's really even more amazing. Apart from being exactly what it says on the package - a female-only hostel, it has all the nice touches that make it really girly. 6 lit up mirrors just like a proper make-up room, Themed rooms, Hello Kitty toilets. Everything is super clean and cozy!
    Hristina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $151.36
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 6,877 reviews
    The room was spacious and clean, and I felt at home. The hotel is located outside the city center, but it has very good access to public transport. About 20-30 minutes to the airport or the city center. It is much better and cheaper to stay in this budget hotel than in an expensive hotel in central Amsterdam.
    YY
    Solo traveler

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