Hotelboot Zwaan
About this hotel
Located in Amsterdam, this charming hotel for $117 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. This hotel boat offers simply-furnished cabins along the Oosterdok in the centre of Amsterdam, only 120 metres from the NEMO Science Museum. Zwaan features free Wi-Fi, a covered roof terrace with scenic views Oosterdok and city buildings.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Family friendly
Map of Amsterdam
Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(385 Reviews)
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8.0
small six rooms only
jetty walk
8.0
The breakfast, the location and the welcome
The passage way to the boat was not safety. Need to be ameliorated
10.0
Breakfast was excellent, the location was ideal for the city, we found good places to eat and the food was good. The locals were all helpful and polite. we recommend Amsterdam for everyone. the cost of the food etc was what we expected and comparable to what we pay at home.
Everything was great, There was nothing we didn't like. We would certainly go to Amsterdam again.
9.0
First experience in a hotelboot: amazing
6.0
super cool but very small space
host seemed unhappy and was rushing us for check out. breakfast wasn’t what we expected, very light.
9.0
Breakfast was rich and diverse. The room corresponded to the photos and was equipped with everything necessary (there was no hairdryer, but I haven't asked for it, maybe the owner actually had one).
The hotel is located within walking distance of the central train station.
The owner was friendly and understanding. He expected us after hours, due to the train delay :D
This is obvious for a boat hotel and can't be controlled, but the humidity in the room was high.
10.0
Amazing location, very cozy and near to the center. The breakfast was really nice and was served by the host himself. The host is just so friendly and nice. It was a great experience on the Zwaan.
6.0
Location
10.0
Lovely cosy hotel boat, fantastic host (who kindly posted on something that we forgot), and a yummy breakfast.
9.0
The breakfast was perfect. The room was heated.
10.0
It was so much fun staying on the boat! The host was very accommodating. There is a nice sitting area where you do breakfast which was enjoyable! We also used this space to play some board games during on of our evenings. Be aware that you are staying on a boat so the rooms are a bit on the smaller side.
10.0
Rick was an excellent host.
Great location
nothing
7.0
De ligging was perfect.
De mini suite is echt wel mini!
9.0
On a boat in the middle of amsterdam is a great start. the lounge/breakfast room/bar was super relaxed and comfortable. The outside terrace with view of the harbor was a spacious dinner place and occasionally filled with nice people. Mini suite is small but very cute, actually comfortable and well designed.
WiFi was pretty bad and in the evening lots of big spiders came out. keep windows closed at dusk.
10.0
clean. comfortable.
8.0
it's a very cozy hotelboot. You get what you would expect. We enjoyed our time very much, but we have not been on the boot too often. We walked around all day to see the city. So if you are looking for a place where you can sleep, have a breakfast und enjoy a couple of beers in the evening you are good to go.
Just don't expect something fancy and you won't be disappointed. We had nothing to complain about.
10.0
This boat hotel is spectacular, absolutely a recommended experience in Amsterdam if you want to visit here!
The location is pretty strategic and a 10 minutes walk to Amsterdam Centraal station across some bridges and piers, offering a superb view along the way to it. There's a bus stop nearby but you'll need to either buy tickets on board or have the Amsterdam Regional Ticket pass as the normal "GVB day passes" won't work on the bus that stops there.
Me and my friend stayed on a twin-bed room with a private bathroom for us and it was well-equipped, hot and cold water are available and the shower was very nice. Our bedroom has quite the space and was enough for the two of us, and our host serviced our bedroom during our days out.
Breakfast was amazing, they served us a buffet with a range of choices so you can pick anything that you like and is suitable for you if you have any dietary restrictions or allergic. Not only it was delicious, but it was very fancy enough that they serve it on a banquet table in the main hall of the boat. No dinner is served, but you could find lots of restaurants within the city for that.
The view from the boat and around the pier offers you a panoramic view of Amsterdam city from the East Docks or they call in Dutch 'Oosterdok'. The view is very beautiful with canal tour boats sometimes sails past by the docks as they bring tourists onboard. It's amazing, really. If you want a higher viewpoint, you can climb up the NEMO Science Museum building through stairs across the road. From there you can see a wider angle of the beautiful city from above and also enjoy the installations on the rooftop.
Special thanks to our host, Dita that took care of us for our 4 nights on the hotel boat! She welcomed us very well on our first day and prepared our delicious breakfast every day!
While being located already quite near Amsterdam Centraal station, it still take some while to get there and for some people it can be tiring especially when you already have a long day.
WiFi onboard the ship is available but speeds are only up to 1~3Mbps, which is enough for basic tasks but reasonable since it's a boat on a water, you don't expect a boat to have an optic fiber connection don't you?
10.0
Very friendly host. Lovely breakfast. Overall a great and cosy atmosphere.
8.0
Fantastic location and very cosy on board
Great to watch the sun go down over Amsterdam from the deck with a glass of wine (but bring your own!)
15 minute walk from Central Station
10.0
great location, amazing hospitality, very clean, very helpful on where to go in Amsterdam for a new tourists. The host was exceptional, breakfast was amazing and we loved the fact we could all have breakfast together.
10.0
sleeping in a boat was a nice experience
everything was good
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Amsterdam?
The average price for a rental in Amsterdam is $120 per night. This rental is $3 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hotelboot Zwaan. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Hotelboot Zwaan pet friendly?
Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Hotelboot Zwaan?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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