Budget Hotels in Amsterdam

The city’s dazzling array of canals and edgy, creative architecture might lead you to expect the accommodation in Amsterdam to come at a premium price. But, thanks to a glut of stylish budget hotels in the city’s trendy neighbourhoods and the resurgence of hostels, travellers looking for a cheap hotel in Amsterdam can pick from an assortment of affordable stays.

From a boutique find in a former newspaper building to an eco-hotel that doubles as a community centre, we’ve rounded up our top picks for the best budget hotels in Amsterdam.Amsterdam, the vibrant capital of the Netherlands, is a city known for its picturesque canals, historic architecture, world-class museums, and lively atmosphere. For travelers seeking affordable accommodation options, Amsterdam offers a variety of cheap hotels that provide comfort, convenience, and value for money.

Ideally located on one of the city’s most fashionable streets, this stylish hotel has a room to suit every traveler, from budget travellers seeking cheap hotels in amsterdam with canal views to those hoping for a bit more privacy and amenities. The hotel’s rooms, ranging from compact doubles to spacious apartments, feature a variety of design touches including knotty pine-clad walls and leather door handles for a New England aesthetic. Guests can also look forward to luxury features such as a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom with a bathtub.

Top 5 Budget Hotels in Amsterdam

Set in a 1960s concrete hulk that was once the offices of the Volkskrant newspaper, this hotel is all about green living, with everything from recycled cotton sheets to tumblers made of sawn-off wine bottles making the cut. The 201-room “people’s hotel” also makes use of a wind-powered air-con system inspired by the humble termite mound, and offers roomy quads for families and themed doubles such as the sultry Soixante Neuf with its bath for two.

In a historic building that started out as a Catholic orphanage, this eco-friendly chain’s first hotel has a cheery pink lobbies cafe and rooms with wooden panelling, classic bathtubs and Auping beds. The hotel’s eco-cred goes beyond the reclaimed materials, with a solar power plant, water-saving showerheads and organic toiletries. The hotel is also home to a restaurant and cafe that serves a menu of healthy, affordable meals.

This hotel is a short walk from the Vondelpark and less than 10 minutes on foot from Rijksmuseum and Leidseplein, and features a gym, a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi throughout the property, and guest rooms with a private bathroom, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV. The hotel provides free breakfast for all guests, and other perks include a bar, a garden, and lobby computers.

The College Hotel serves as a training facility for hotel school students, and the service can be hit and miss, but the hotel’s location in a massive turreted 1913 shipping house is hard to beat. Guest rooms are spacious and feature large windows, work desks and comfortable beds, and all offer an en suite bathroom with a tub and shower. The hotel also boasts a rooftop terrace, which is a great spot for an evening cocktail.