House boat

Nicely renovated houseboat located at the Canal belt in the historic centre.

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Marina
Dining
Private kitchen
Interior
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
  • Anne Frank House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Dam Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Amsterdam Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Nicely renovated houseboat located at the Canal belt in the historic centre.

Short stay!

This nicely Houseboat is nicely decorated and located at one of the best locations in this part of Amsterdam and 5 minutes’ walking distance from the city centre near the famous area "The Jordaan” district, Saturday "Noordermarkt" and much more.

This Houseboat features a living room with canal views including two (2) double beds and a flat-screen TV with cable channel and a dining table with four (4) seats.

You will find an additional separate bedroom with two (2) single beds.

The seating area in the living room features a sofa with water view. The bathroom is fitted with a shower, sink and toilet. The bathroom come with enough towels, shower gel, shampoo, hair conditioner and including a hairdryer. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, a microwave, toaster and a refrigerator. You can enjoy views of the typical 17th and 18th century warehouses as well as city and river views from all the rooms.

We give guests space are are available when needed.

Every guest is appointed a Personal Concierge, with local knowledge at key destinations.

Feel comfortable during your stay because our team is at your service.

The Houseboat is situated on a 5 minute walk to the famous Jordaan. Most points of interest are nearby.

The Houseboat is only approximately 70 meter from the famous Saturday market at the Noordermarket and a 4 minute walking distance from the Jordaan area, Anne Frank-House, Nine Streets and much more interesting places to visit.

To give you a few examples: Palace on Dam Square, Nine Streets, and much more. There are many quaint shops, restaurants, cafes and outdoor terraces just around the corner. A lovely area with many things to do and see!

The surroundings are very beautiful with the old canal-houses, old bridges and cobbled streets. It is a joy to walk around the narrow streets and canals and enjoy all this beauty. Located from only a 10-minute walking distance from the Westerpark where you can relax, walk and enjoy nature.

Jordaan, Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

The exact location will be provided after booking

Near
1. Anne Frank House 0.4 km
2. Dam Square 0.7 km
3. Madame Tussauds 0.8 km
4. New Church 0.7 km
5. Royal Palace 0.7 km
6. Amsterdam Museum 1 km
7. Coin Square 1.3 km
8. Flower Market 1.4 km
9. Rembrandt Square 1.5 km
10. Leidseplein 1.6 km
11. Holland Casino 1.7 km
12. Nemo Science Museum 1.8 km

Please note that local rules of the municipality requires that guest(s) rent a non-self-contained part of the property with designated bedroom(s).

The entrance is on street level and via the main entrance you will enter the kitchen area. In the hallway you will find a separate bathroom with shower, sink and toilet.

Further you will enter the living room with a nice sofa with water view and dining table for 4 people.

This Houseboat features a kitchen, with sink, stove, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and more.

There a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

You will find a separate bedding area with two (2) single beds and a separate bedroom with another two (2) single beds.

There is a small wardrobe in the living room.

There is a small terrace at the entrance of the Houseboat with two (2) chairs and a second terrace at the back of the Houseboat.

*** Because of COVID19 we are using an extra careful cleaning regimen with extra attention to doorknobs, keys, light switches etc. Let's keep each other safe and healthy! ***

A taxi pick-up from Schiphol is one of our standard services and can be organized for a fixed fee of €35.00 (Midsize car) or €45.00 (Van).

The Houseboat is only 8 minutes by tram from the central station with very good train connections from Amsterdam Airport.

There are several large parking garages with competitive rates in this area.

There are tram-bus stops around the corner with connections to most places of interest in Amsterdam.

Will be appreciated to receive additional travel information and expected arrival time in advance. After receiving this additional travel information our team will contact you with additional information regarding your check-in.

The host or related property manager of the property will contact you directly to arrange check-in. Please note that late check-in after 8 pm, in consultation with your host, may be possible at an extra cost of EUR 30. Late check-in after 10 pm is on request.

A security deposit of EUR 300 is required for incidentals.
Procedure: After receiving the final reservation confirmation, the payment details are stored but not charged or authorized for the deposit unless the host makes a claim.

The host has 14 days from your checkout date to make a claim on the deposit for damages to their property. Depending on the extent of the damage, the amount the host asks may or may not be the same as the deposit.

Please inform Houseboat Avalon in advance of your expected arrival time. You can contact your hostess directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

It is not possible to add extra beds in this Houseboat.

Property manager

Suzanne & Diana
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Water view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Amsterdam

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Amsterdam City Centre, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam. The 9 Streets and Flower Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vondelpark and ARTIS. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena.
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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

What's nearby

  • Anne Frank House - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The 9 Streets - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dam Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Amsterdam Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Van Gogh Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Westermarkt Stop - 7 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 15 min walk
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Winkel 43 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Pancake Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe & The Juice - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Twee Prinsen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Hegeraad - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Nicely renovated houseboat located at the Canal belt in the historic centre. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nicely renovated houseboat located at the Canal belt in the historic centre.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nicely renovated houseboat located at the Canal belt in the historic centre.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nicely renovated houseboat located at the Canal belt in the historic centre. located?

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Keizersgracht and Anne Frank House. Dam Square and The 9 Streets are also within 15 minutes. Westermarkt Stop is 7 minutes by foot and Marnixplein Stop is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 68 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect spot for an Amsterdam stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Houseboat, Great location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this comfortable and cute houseboat. It was fun watching the tour boats cruise by, lots of action in the area, a bit noisy on the weekend but you can’t beat the location. Our host was quick to respond to our questions and we would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location

Enjoyed our stay,The photos of the beds are misleading and need updating, location was great and enjoyed the houseboat experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosicka W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely space for myself and my pal

What a great houseboat! The layout was perfect, and the owners and property manager were very nice. The location is fantastic, in a quieter area, but convenient to all of the culture and fun that Amsterdam offers. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Staying on a houseboat on a canal adds so much to your stay. We enjoyed watching the tour boats go by and hearing the activity of the city. Having said that, it is noisy here but that is part of the experience. There were four us staying here and there was plenty of room. It was so nice to be out and about during the day and to go back to the boat for rest and refreshments before going back out for dinner. If we return to Amsterdam, I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry P., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amsterdam weekend

Great hosta, perfect location. Great location to really enjoy and explore this fantastic city
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Canal boat

We had a great stay in Amsterdam. There were 2 adults and this was perfect. The location is great, we could walk to everything. The coffee/pastry shop on the corner was fabulous. We went to the open air market twice. We enjoyed watching the boats go by and the swan swimming right up to the window was an added bonus. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful boat on canal

The boat on the canal was amazing! I'd definitely stay there again. It gave our visit to Amsterdam even more of the local experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique & Pleasant Stay

Our family had a lovely time staying at Houseboat Avalon! It was comfortable, well decorated, and had plenty of room for 2 adults and 2 children (10 & 12) for a few days. We loved being steps away from great restaurants, coffee, shops, and staying on the canal was such a fun experience. Check-in was easy (lockbox code and a quick call to make sure we had found everything we needed) and the host communicated well in advance and during our stay. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amsterdam houseboat

What a wonderful stay in our own houseboat. So close to many major attractions and nestled in a charming neighborhood. Many excellent restaurants and shops for you to enjoy your morning or evening stroll. If coming back to Amsterdam, this will be the place we book again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A dream come true

My husband and I have visited Amsterdam several times. Living on a houseboat for the weekend was a dream come true. The place was cozy, simply furnished but had everything you would need. Walking distance to all of Central Amsterdam, especially right by the historic Noordmarkt and the apple pie at Winkel. I would highly recommend the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this houseboat

The houseboat was a perfect spot to stay in Amsterdam! The location couldn’t have been better and staying right on (or in) the canal was an incredible experience. We had a lovely time watching boats drive by and greeting the ducks that swim up when we opened the windows. The interior was clean and comfortable, and we were able to cook and make our morning coffee. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most excellent wonderful houseboat location in Amsterdam!

I have stayed on this houseboat twice in the last 8 weeks and it is beyond fantastic! The boat is well equipped, the beds are terrific, the view is magic, and the location is incredible! Suzanne, Diana, and Peter made sure that we had all we needed and were great communicators. There are many delightful restaurants and pubs within a five minute walk. Noordermarkt is steps away on Saturdays and Mondays. Grocery, post office, launderette, pharmacy, and anything you might need is also within five minutes walk. I enjoyed every moment that we spent here- don’t know how this experience in Amsterdam could be better!! Thank you all for such a fabulous experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prince Avalon Houseboat

This property was very fun to stay in. It is located on a main canal and provides easy access to the exciting life in Amsterdam. The boat was comfortable for two of us. The only real downside is the traffic on both sides -boats on one side, cars, bikes and people on the other.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A one in a lifetime experience

Great communication with staff from booking to arriving. Came with my teens and we had a wonderful adventure in Amsterdam. The property is close to supermarkets, lovely restaurants, and if you walk a bit (we did 20+K steps a day (Vondelpark Park, all the museums). Amsterdam center is a very walkable city, then we took 1 chill day on the boat before schools starts in NYC. school start in them
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a Gem!

We had an excellent visit to Amsterdam and it was partly because of how perfect the houseboat was! It was clean and spacious and really centrally located! Highly recommend for the full Amsterdam experience! Beds were comfortable, boat had everything we needed and more! I was worried about sleeping on a “boat”, but it barely moved and I couldn’t even tell! 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect

Our family of four had a perfect stay at this charming, comfortable houseboat. Our biggest concerns were that it would be cramped and that it might be loud. Neither was the case. The space is elegant and spacious and more comfortable than most hotels or apartments we've rented. The spot on Prinsengracht is close enough to find groceries, restaurants, bars, etc, but far from the noise of partying. The hosts were responsive and wonderful. Just a great stay all around and we can't wait to get back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Byron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Houseboat in Amsterdam, what else is there to say? Host allowed us to check in early, wonderful after an overnight flight. Very nice boat in a fantastic location. Comfortable for myself and two teenagers. Short walk to everything we wanted to see, close enough to come back for a few minutes to recharge. Quiet despite the in-town location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!!

We loved this experience so much! We live on a sail boat full time, so it only seemed appropriate to try out a house boat in Amsterdam. The boat was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We did not cook any meals on the boat. The heater kept the boat plenty warm. We love it so much that we cancelled some of our other plans to enjoy some time on the boat. The Jordaan neighborhood is delightful as well. There are so many places close by….shops, bars, and restaurants. The Saturday market was impressive and a must do!! We hope to visit again some day soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fun for a short stay adventure

The houseboat is in a great location for walking all over Amsterdam. It is at least 20 min from Schiphol, not 8 minutes as listed. The bed arrangement was not as shown in the ad, leading to some disappointed teenagers that had to share a tiny sleep space. The furniture is different too, so an update to the ad is needed. Its very noisy at night, so bring earplugs. Otherwise it was convenient and easy, and definitely different from a typical hotel stay! We had no contact with our hosts but it was not necessary. Its very nice to watch the boats on the canal go by right from your window.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location with a fun(ky) twist for lodging

My 2 sisters and I stayed on the houseboat for our girls trip to Amsterdam. It's in a great location and neighborhood that is close to many key tourist attractions. The boat itself was quite functional and things were clean. We stayed in December so had to crank up the heat as insulation isn't great. The pictures are either of a different but similar boat or represent the boat before a shift in some of the furniture and layout. The queen bed is in a blocked off room with door and couch is different. Communication was pretty good with the management staff and the owner was quick to reply when we were unclear about the hot water (it exists, though doesn't get super hot in the shower). I'd consider staying here again with my family (spouse plus 2 kids).
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivien F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Hosted by Suzanne & Diana

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