Alp Hotel Amsterdam is a small place to stay on De Clercqstraat, west of the centre. According to the hotel, the Jordaan is about 600 metres away. It has a garden with a terrace and free hot drinks at any hour, and suits you if you are happy to sleep a little apart from the main canals and walk to them.
Location and getting around
The Anne Frank House is the nearest landmark: about a 15-minute walk. Leidseplein and the main entrance of the Vondelpark are about 20 minutes on foot, and Dam Square about 25. Allow about 35 minutes on foot to Amsterdam Centraal; according to the property, it takes about 10 by tram.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are bright and all have a private bathroom. Some add a private balcony or a whirlpool bath, so look carefully at the type you choose when booking. The hotel states that there is free Wi-Fi throughout the building.
- Garden with a terrace to sit in when you get back from sightseeing.
- Tea, coffee and other hot drinks free of charge 24 hours a day.
- There is no restaurant of its own; for meals you need to go out into the area.
Who it suits
- You are travelling as a couple and do not need a restaurant in the hotel.
- You do not mind walking 15 to 25 minutes to the most visited places.
- You like the idea of a garden to have a drink in at the end of the day.
Good to know
Arrival is from 14:00 to 23:00 and at reception you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. You must vacate the room before 11:00. It does not serve breakfast, but there are places to have breakfast nearby. If you prefer to sleep closer to Dam Square, compare with other places to stay in Amsterdam.