Botel Amsterdam is a 3-star hotel ship moored at the NDSM wharf, on the north bank of the IJ. It has a bar, a terrace and a games room with a pool table. It suits anyone who wants to stay in a former shipyard that is now an area of flea markets, festivals and restaurants.
Location and getting around
It is far from the historic centre: Amsterdam Centraal station is 2.5 km away, the Anne Frank House 2.9 km and Dam Square 3.1 km, all across the river. Sloterdijk station is 3.7 km away.
According to the hotel, a free ferry leaves from the wharf for Amsterdam Centraal and the trip takes about 10 minutes. For the rest of the city, use public transport or a bike.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are cabins with a private bathroom. Some look onto the wharf and others onto the river.
- Continental buffet breakfast in the ship’s dining room.
- Bar and terrace.
- Games area with a pool table and video games.
Who it suits
- Travellers coming for a festival or event at NDSM.
- Groups who want a bar and games without leaving the hotel.
- Anyone who does not need to sleep by the canals and is looking for a different area.
- Travellers who want to have breakfast on the ship itself before heading out.
Good to know
Every visit to the centre depends on the ferry: check the time of the last crossing at night. Wi-Fi is not listed among the services; confirm it if you need it. Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out until 11:00. Other options at 3-star hotels.