Who Else Is Looking For A Hostel in Amsterdam?

If you are a back-packer, or just a budget traveler, then hostels are a great accommodation option. Amsterdam has a huge number of hostels, ranging from youth and backpacker hostels to slightly more up-market ones with private rooms and extra facilities. Here is a list of the more popular hostels in Amsterdam, to help you find the best one for your needs.

Hostel in Amsterdam #1: Hostel Cosmos Amsterdam

The Hostel Cosmos is a small, friendly Hostel located in central Amsterdam, close to the Central Station. Most of the popular attractions, such as the Anne Frank House and the Rembrandtsplein are nearby. The hostel rooms all have central heating, a television, and a wash basin. The Hostel Cosmos has been recently renovated, and as part of this the rooms were all re-decorated. The staff are very friendly, and the hostel attracts many repeat visitors because of this.

Hostel in Amsterdam #2: Hostel AnneMarie

The Hostel AnneMarie is also quite centrally located. This particular place is actually a part-hostel, part-hotel. It is located near to the Vondelpark and the Van Gogh Museum, and is a popular hostel for backpackers. It prides itself on being clean, safe, and secure, and is an ideal place for people who are not accustomed to staying in hostels.

Hostel in Amsterdam #3: Stayokay Amsterdam Vondelpark

The Stayokay Amsterdan Vondelpark hostel is a relatively modern IYHF hostel located in the middle of the Vondelpark. The hostel is within walking distance of several popular attractions, including the Rijksmueum, Van Gogh Museum, and Leiseplein. This hostel has a Brasserie where you can enjoy a cool drink or a nice hot meal. It is quite a large hostel, with more than 500 beds, and all their rooms have a shower, toilet, and washbasin. The hostel offers discounts of 2.50 Euro per night for people who are members of the Hostelling International.

Hostel in Amsterdam #4: Amigo Hotel

The Amigo Hotel is another part-hotel, part-hostel offering. Located near the Artis Zoo in central Amsterdam, the Amigo Hotel is a great option for overseas travelers. The staff are multi-lingual, and very friendly and welcoming. If you stay in the Amigo Hotel – as a hotel, or a hostel guest, you will receive a lot of assistance from the staff, including lots of information about excursion packages, out of city trips, and car or bicycle rentals. If you are a foreign traveler, and do not speak fluent Dutch, then the quality of service in this hotel could go a long way towards making sure your trip is as enjoyable as possible.

Hostel in Amsterdam #5: Lucky Lake Hostel

The Lucky Lake Hostel is located on the southern border of Amsterdam. It is a little out of the way if you are planning to visit some of the more central attractions, but the scenery is beautiful, and if you are aiming for a relaxing holiday then the location is ideal. The Lucky Lake Hostel is located next to a beautiful lake with clean water, so you can enjoy swimming, kayaking, diving, waterskiing, and lots of other water sports. The rooms are clean and well equipped, with all the amenities you will need.