Y Hostel Amsterdam is a hostel in the north of the city with air-conditioned rooms and a shared bathroom. The staff speak English and Dutch. It is a good fit if you want a simple place to sleep and plan to get around Amsterdam by bike or public transport.
Location and getting around
It is at Papaverweg 9, north of the IJ. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 30 minutes on foot in a straight line, crossing the river. Dam Square is 2.7 km away, the Anne Frank House 2.8 km and Leidseplein 3.9 km. For the historic centre, public transport or a bike makes sense.
According to the hostel, the A’DAM Lookout is a few minutes away.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms have air conditioning. The bathroom is shared. There is free Wi-Fi throughout the site and smoking is not allowed in the building.
It is not specified whether breakfast is served, and there is no mention of a restaurant or bar. There is also no information to suggest 24-hour reception, so if you arrive late, check beforehand how late they can attend to you. Have your ID and card to hand on arrival.
Who it suits
- Travellers who put a bed and air conditioning first.
- Anyone planning to visit Noord or the A’DAM Lookout.
- Cyclists who do not need to be in the old town.
Good to know
- Arrival from 14:00 to 00:00.
- At check-in you are asked for photo ID and a credit card.
- Check-out until 10:00.
- Shared bathroom.
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