Best places to stay in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is more than just the capital city of The Netherlands. It is rich in artistic heritage, features an elaborate canal system and still displays most of its 17th century Golden Age architecture. In the Museum District alone, you have more than enough to explore, including the Van Gogh Museum. Whether you are an avid backpacker strolling through or a tourist family, Amsterdam has something for you. Amsterdam is by far the most populous municipality of the Kingdom, and it is the centre of the television industry, especially live television shows. While the city’s predominant language is Dutch, you will find most shop owners and locals speak English quite fluently. You will also notice another trend: cycles. Dutch residents are not fans of vehicles, but they do love their two wheels. In fact, the households of Amsterdam collectively own almost 1 million bicycles.
Centrum
Amsterdam-Centrum is the tourist hotspot of Amsterdam. It is the most popular, even for a short stay and it is the oldest part of the city. Here, you can walk or cycle to everything and most people speak English in the Centrum district to accommodate visitors. Stay at the cosy Luxury Suites Amsterdam where you get a free ride to and from the airport, free breakfast and a stay right on the canal.
The Jordaan
Jordaan is the polar opposite of Centrum. Everything here is clean, charming and almost like a small village within the city. The streets are smaller compared to other neighbourhoods, you have more canals weaving through and you have a mixture of traditional and quaint shops to browse. Hotel Cappuccino is a beautifully restored building right in the heart of Jordaan. For a more boutique-like accommodation, stay at the Hotel Mr. Jordaan at Bloemgracht.
Canal Belt and Nine Streets
This area of Amsterdam is UNESCO-protected and looks the same as it did 400 years ago, aside from restorations. It is by far one of the most aesthetically pleasing areas of the city. Here you have designer hotels, eateries, boutique shops and an area rich in history to enjoy. Stay at the modern Zoku Amsterdam hotel, featuring tiny-house style accommodations. The Toren Hotel Amsterdam is a vibrant, charming boutique hotel with 38 rooms all uniquely styled for their guests.
Museum Quarter
If you plan to spend most of your time in Amsterdam browsing the museums and art galleries, Museum Quarter is where you want to stay. From here you can walk to the famous museums, eat at the fancy restaurants and enjoy the tranquillity of Vondelpark. Pillows Anna Van Den Vondel Amsterdam overlooks the park and gives you a personalised hotel stay in the city.
Oud West
Oud West is the culturally diverse sector of Amsterdam that mixes commercial with residential. If you want hidden gems that locals enjoy, Oud West is where you want to stay. You will not find many tourist attractions here, but you do have hotels like the Hotel Espresso City Centre and the Grand Hotel Downtown Amsterdam for accommodations.
Cheap hotels in Amsterdam
Hostels offer a safe place to stay and are also a budget-friendly accommodation arrangement. The Flying Pig Hostels in downtown and uptown Amsterdam have private dormitories and youth rooms with fully-equipped kitchens. The Hostel Amsterdam Zeeburg is in the eastern area of the city and just 15 minutes from the historic city centre. It features a café and private dormitories. If you prefer something more private, try The Student Hotel Amsterdam City that has modern, fresh hotel rooms in a fairly new and evolving neighbourhood. The Apollo Hotel Amsterdam is centrally located and has a café overlooking the canal, but still offers a relatively affordable stay.
