21 Reviews of Property 187935 in East Amsterdam, Netherlands

All Amsterdam flats are long and narrow. Taxes are based on the width of the frontage. This is a ground floor flat which was probably once a storefront. The floor in the living room and kitchen area are well worn and uneven wood planks..
The living room has a sofa and a daybed, two chairs and a desk. The kitchen is equipped as described by the owner, Paul.
The bathroom has a large shower and a separate very large bathtub. The sink is also extra large. The bathroom floor is level and a nice slate tile. A skylight with a vine growing on it makes the room very well bright. For our week, there was absolutely no smell, nor moldiness.
It is not a four star hotel, but neither is the price.
Location: On a quiet street with the main drag just down an alley. Several more than adequate restaurants are within two blocks of the flat. A good supermarket, Jumbo, is a block away. Laundromat is on the main drag. ATM's are also close. A major tram station is four blocks (3 canals) away.
Also two different temporary markets occurred during our six night stay. One food oriented, the other merchandise at very reasonable prices.
We had a great time.

The apartment is centrally located - not too far from the Centraal Station and close to the Westerkerk and AnneFrankhuis as well as a number of friendly little Dutch pubs. There was plenty of room for the four of us and all the basic amenities you would need - oven, microwave, refrigerator and an available computer with Wi-Fi. The area seemed safe and well-lit at night. Just around the corner from a canal. It was not too clean when we arrived but there was a vacuum cleaner and supplies available. Overall it was a comfortable, safe place. I would certainly return and I would recommend to anyone who is looking for a reasonable, convenient and delightful place to rest their head after a busy day in Amsterdam.

This ground floor apartment was quite handy during my 14th overall and 8th solo trip to Amsterdam. This was my third vacation rental property in succession, and I don't see any reason to use a hotel any more, honestly. The overall VALUE for the money would render a 5-star rating. I reckon it is impossible to beat a 210 Euro stay during 3 nights in off-peak mid-January. One would be hard-pressed to find a hotel in a similar neighborhood for twice that amount.

The apartment came with its own private door entrance, for which the key worked well. The unit is located on a quiet street, yet not more than a 10 minute walk to most all things in the Centrum. The unit was PLENTY spacious for one and would be comfortable for up to 3-4 people, depending on the extent of your stay. The owner, Paul, was very easy to work with, and ultimately laid-back and friendly.

My rating did not garner a full, 5-star rating based upon 2 reasons:

1) Computer/internet, advertised herein, did not function at all. I am not one that uses much internet while on vacation, but I like "having access" handy...just in case. This trip would prove to be just that case. I inadvertently left my wallet in a restaurant in the U.S. the night prior to my trip, and was left in a financial bind, in terms of accessing cash. Use of handy internet would have eased my minor "issue" more expeditiously in the home, but, no large deal in the grand scheme; as I accessed cash eventually and used internet elsewhere.

2) the bathroom. was not as disenchanted as some reviewers seemed, however, the toilet, located only feet from your resting head (in king-sized) bed, did have somewhat of a sewage odor, but one must realize, you are in Europe on a ground floor, and some odor is somewhat expected. You can close the bathroom door to eliminate any odor eminating into the bedding quarters. The shower did have a moderate musty/mildewey smell, and though not bothersome, the three-foot radius of tile around toilet region floor did "squish," when walked upon, but no water surfaced.

with the above being mentioned, I still give this place four enthusiastic stars. my candor should also speak to the sincerity of a "real" scenario/description.

another highlight is the centre courtyard, which affords privacy, a cool outdoor space, and a place to ventilate your smoke, if needs be.

My partner, brother and I were looking for a "home" to base ourselves for a couple of weeks in Amsterdam and the three of us couldn't have asked for anything more. I wholeheartedly agree with all the previous positive reviews... Paul's apartment is perfectly located in a beautiful corner of Amsterdam, close to all your needs and is just a delight to walk out and start exploring the city (in fact I could probably just spend 2 weeks shopping and walking Jordaan alone!) Best of all, it is so relaxing and comfortable to come home to after a big day out.
It is not a modern, fancy home and nor did we expect that but it is extremely cosy and we felt at home from day one. Coming from Australia we weren't sure how we would handle the winter chills but it was toasty warm in the apartment and we didn't need any extra blankets (though there was plenty there). We actually left Amsterdam for a few nights to continue on our journey but we all missed Paul's place so much we decided to return for a few more days. Paul was very easy to deal with and we had no hassles whatsoever. The markets (literally around the corner on Saturday) were wonderful to stock up on amazing fresh food (my fave - wild mushrooms galore!) and tempting to try and fit an antique oddity into the suitcase to take home.
We had the best holiday and would have no hesitation in booking Paul's place next time we come back to Amsterdam (hopefully soon!!)

This place was perfect for myself and three of my friends to stay for a couple of days. It was spacious and close to everything we needed. Wifi was included and we knew if we had any questions, Paul would be happy to answer. The bathroom needs a little upgrading, but other than that it was absolutely perfect. Thanks for a being a great host, Paul!

We actually arrived at the end of May last year, spending the entire month of June. While the apt could use some upgrading, it was large, had everything we needed and was steps away from everything: grocery store, bakery, markets, canal. We had a wonderful month there. Paul, the owner, was incredibly helpful to us. over and above anything expected in a landlord. One year later, we look back on our month there with much nostalgia.

If you are traveling to Dam and want a central place that is nicely located next to the grocery and other shops, Paul's place will be perfect. He is an easygoing host, and the flat has all you need: modern appliances, gas stove, oven/micro, bath, shower, etc. A smallish inner courtyard allows light and air to move through the house quickly, and the table and chairs there are perfect for meals, coffee, or just whatever! Open the door and you are basically looking at the grocery store; turn to your right or left and you've got the canals. Yet the flat is on a quiet street, and is a great place to relax after a day out, or for preparing to explore the city nightlife.

After extensively searching many online sites for the best and cheapest place to stay in Amsterdam, I found this apartment and booked it. Unfortunately, my family had to change our plans and would not be visiting Amsterdam. Paul was very friendly and courteous and gave me my deposit back without a hassle. I look forward to staying in his beautiful home next year when we visit. Happy travels! :)