Houseboat Orpheus Amsterdam is a guesthouse on a boat moored on Nieuwe Prinsengracht, near the Amstel and the Royal Carré Theatre. It has rooms with a private bathroom, air conditioning and a terrace with views. It is a good fit if you want to sleep on the water.
Location and getting around
Rembrandtplein is about 10 minutes away on foot and the flower market about 15. The Rijksmuseum is about 20 minutes’ walk and Dam Square about 25.
According to the property, you can walk to Artis Zoo, the Dutch National Opera and the Rembrandt House Museum.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have air conditioning, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a private bathroom. Wi-Fi is free. The terrace looks over the city and is open to guests.
There is no information about breakfast; if you want it included, ask beforehand. According to the property, the Heineken Experience can also be reached on foot from the boat.
Who it suits
- Guests going to a show at the Carré.
- Couples who want to spend a few nights on a boat.
- Travellers who prefer the Amstel area to the busier centre.
Good to know
Check-in is from 16:00 to 00:00 and check-out between 07:00 and 11:00. As check-in only starts at 16:00, if you arrive in the morning ask whether they can keep your luggage in the meantime. Being on a boat, access is usually by gangway and stairs; if you travel with large suitcases, bear that in mind.
To see other areas, look at where to sleep in Amsterdam.