We are talking about interesting accommodation in Amsterdam, where a tourist can stay inexpensively. Which areas are good to live in and which ones are considered dangerous? We advise you how to save money.
We have prepared a selection of affordable housing and mid-range apartments in Amsterdam and its suburbs. These are places where it is convenient to live as a couple, with children and a group of friends.
How to look for accommodation in Amsterdam
The main assistant for those looking for accommodation in Amsterdam is the Airbnb rental service. There you can find completely non-trivial accommodation: boats, apartments with a terrace, yachts and even tree houses. Accommodation on this service is cheaper and more interesting than hotels.
If you prefer to stay in hotels and hostels, then you can find yourself a room in Amsterdam on the Rumguru service. Here are the main rules for finding hotels.
How to save on housing
Hotels in Amsterdam are expensive. In high season, a double room in a 3 * hotel near the center will cost 80-110 €. Prices for a double room with a kitchen in the center start at 120 €. In order not to overpay, many tourists choose apartments, apartments and studios.
We know how to save money and rent suitable accommodation in Amsterdam:
- Come to town in early spring, fall, or after the Christmas break. In the off-season, house prices go down.
- Food in Amsterdam is not cheap, so it is more profitable to rent an apartment with a kitchen.
- Housing in the suburbs is cheaper. For example, there are inexpensive hotels and apartments in Zaandam (15 minutes by train to the center, but you still need to walk to the railway station). Money is saved, but time is lost a little.
- The Dutch capital welcomes tourists at any time of the year. Budget options are always in demand, so book your apartment in advance. Best in three months or more.
- House prices skyrocket on weekends with many Brits and other Europeans coming. Try to plan your trip on weekdays.
Comfortable apartment in the west of the city
Not decided where to stay in Amsterdam? A half-hour drive from the center of tourists is waiting for a spacious studio apartment with a kitchen and a bathroom. This is a home for lovers of urban comfort. The kitchen has a dishwasher, stove, oven and a full set of dishes. Prepare food, use the washer and dryer.
Accommodation is designed for two. It costs 105 €. When renting for more than 7 days, the owners give a 10% discount.
Townhouse in a 17th century Dutch house
Luxurious accommodation is located in the heart of the city, next to Rembrandt Square and the Flower Market. It is easy to walk from the railway station to the house in 15-20 minutes.
The apartment is tastefully decorated. It has a plush double bed, a computer table, two designer armchairs and a bathroom. A huge mirror on the wall visually enlarges the space, and large windows fill the townhouse with light.
Accommodation is designed for two. In the low season it costs 130 €, and in the high season it costs 180 €.
Quiet accommodation with two bicycles
Cycling in Amsterdam is the number one transport. A cozy studio next to the large Vondelpark is suitable for everyone who is not indifferent to cycling. The city center is a 10-minute drive away. It will take the same amount of time to get there by tram.
Studio with an area of 40 sq. m is perfectly planned. There is a comfortable bed, washing machine, dining table and two tables for working on computers. An antique Dutch coffee grinder hangs in the kitchen. Explore the wall map of Amsterdam and create cycling routes around the city!
Accommodation is designed for two. In low season it costs 152 €, and in high season - 163 €.
Studio with pool
Where is the best place to stay in Amsterdam when traveling with a child? Cozy accommodation is located near the center. The main attractions are easily accessible by tram.
Guests are offered a large double bed, a sofa for a child, a fully furnished kitchen and a washing machine. The dwelling is on the ground floor. There are two chairs and a table in front of the house.
The studio is designed for three. Accommodation costs 150 € at any time of the year.
Rural apartments
If you are looking for a cheap place to stay in Amsterdam, choose the suburbs and surrounding villages. A 20-minute drive from the Central Station, in Wormer, they rent a pleasant apartment with an area of 70 sq. m. Nearby is the Alkmaar cheese market, and 4 km - the famous open-air museum Zaanse Schans. Go and see windmills from the 17th to 18th centuries.
The cozy apartments have many houseplants and beautiful views from the window. Cook in the spacious, well-appointed kitchen. Step out onto the balcony and enjoy the sunset!
Accommodation is designed for two and costs 70 €. Breakfast is included in the price.
Overnight at the miller's house
Do you want to stay in the suburbs of Amsterdam and feel like a real Dutchman? We advise you to live in the village of Oosthuizen in a wooden house next to an old windmill.
The house stands among meadows and offers stunning views of the countryside. From here it is easy to drive into the city and walk. The upper floor has a bedroom and a living room. Downstairs - shower and toilet. Breakfast is prepared by the friendly hosts.
The house is designed for four. In low season it costs 108 €, and in high season it costs 114 €.
Where to stay cheap in Amsterdam? One of the cheapest options in town is auto camping. Gaasper Camping is located on the southeastern outskirts of Amsterdam, in the green Gaasper Park. These are comfortable mobile homes equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Inside there are sleeping places, refrigerator, heater, boiler and stylish kitchen with utensils. Take a bike or use public transport to explore the city.
Accommodation is designed for two. Rent at any time costs 84 €. Breakfast is included in the price.
Cheap hotels in Amsterdam
Areas of Amsterdam, where it is better to stay for a tourist
The impressions of a trip to the capital of the Netherlands largely depend on where you live.
Centre... The Central Station is located in an attractive tourist area. If you are visiting for a few days and want to get to know Amsterdam, look for accommodation near the train station. From the apartments near Dam Square, you can quickly reach the Tussauds Museum and the Royal Palace.
De Wallen... The cheapest housing and many entertainment venues are in the Red Light District. Young people are comfortable here, but married couples and parents with children should look for other places. The noise in De Wallen does not subside until early morning.
Quiet areas around the center... Very comfortable housing in respectable areas - Jewish Quarter, Jordaan, Grachtengordel and Plantage. Beautiful houses line the old canals, the streets are full of restaurants, cafes and shops. Tourists value transport accessibility. There are several tram stops to the railway station, where trains from the airport arrive. Minus one - high price. Apartments in all four districts cost from 150 €.
Zuid... Not sure where to stay in Amsterdam cheaper? Travel south of the city. The level of comfort in the south is in no way inferior to the center, and the prices for apartments are lower. Zuid is home to the famous Museum Quarter, the large green Vondelpark and the trendy P.C. Hooftstraat.
De Pijp... Young tourists love to stay in an inexpensive area called the Latin Quarter. This is a mecca for connoisseurs of design, painting and fashionable music.
Dangerous areas of Amsterdam
The Dutch capital is one of the safest cities in the world. In the central regions, you can safely walk in the evenings. Most pickpockets and scammers are in the Red Light District. The western areas of the city - Bos en Lommer, Geuzenveld, Osdorp and Slotervaart - are also considered disadvantaged.
All photos are taken from the site Airbnb.ru
