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B&B near Dam Square in Amsterdam

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
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Smart TV, books
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, NH
  • Place, Nemo Science Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, ARTIS
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Dam Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Amsterdam

City center stay.Your stay at this Amsterdam City Centre B&B places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Dam Square and Rijksmuseum. Van Gogh Museum and The 9 Streets are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Amsterdam Chinatown - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nemo Science Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • ARTIS - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dam Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rembrandt Square - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Central Metro Station - 8 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LuminAir - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪LOT61 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪High Garden - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪oba cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A Beautiful Mess - ‬10 min walk

About this property

B&B on a ship

The B&B is a bedroom with a 200x160 queensize bed and a bathroom on an old ship. And there is a water cooker to make coffee or tea. It's very suitable for a couple.
The ship is over a hundred years old and has been recently renovated.
The Morgen Ster is an iron ship, seven minutes walk from the Central Station. Although it's in the heart of the centre, the location has the feel of the country side. A large part of the city is easy to reach on foot. Within ten minutes one can walk to the Central Station, The Dam Square, The Waterloo Square, The Portugese synagoge, the red light district, the Nieuwmarkt, The Rembrandt house.

The front door has a lock with a code. Check in time is 3 pm or later, check out time is 11 am.

Although it's called a Bed and Breakfast, no breakfast is being served. All in all it's quite small, but very cute and comfortable.

Please be aware that the neighbours walk over the roof of the B&B on the way to their homes. It's part of living on a ship in the centre of Amsterdam.

Elderly guests must be aware that you can't walk around the bed. Also you have to step up the ship and there is a small stairway you have to descent.

The B&B is not suitable for pets.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 4

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Dear Guest, Please do not put anything in the toilet apart from toilet paper. The pump will get blocked. Thanks for understanding.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please be aware that it's a ship.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 0363 48F4 0942 0247 54BF

Property is also known as

Quite Ship Very Centre Amsterdam Houseboat
Quite Ship Very Houseboat
Quite Ship Very Centre Amsterdam
Quite Ship Very
Quite Ship in the Very Centre of Amsterdam
Quite Studio in the Centre of Amsterdam Amsterdam
Quite Studio in the Centre of Amsterdam Bed & breakfast

Frequently asked questions

How close is B&B on a ship to the airport?

This bed & breakfast is 20.2 mi (29-min drive) away from the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at B&B on a ship?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at B&B on a ship on Jul 9, 2026 start from CA $360, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does B&B on a ship have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is B&B on a ship to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 6.1 mi (22-min drive) from Blijburg Beach.

Does B&B on a ship offer free breakfast?

This bed & breakfast does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at B&B on a ship?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Holland Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at B&B on a ship?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at B&B on a ship?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does B&B on a ship have a pool?

This bed & breakfast does not have a pool.

Does B&B on a ship have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is B&B on a ship to downtown Amsterdam?

This bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi away from Amsterdam.

B&B on a ship Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Philip

Great location and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a lovely time staying in Maartens accommodation. It was a perfect base for our weekend visit. The accommodation, itself, was clean and tidy and very comfortable - staying on a boat was a treat and the location perfect for all our needs - really close to central station and it felt like the whole of Amsterdam was on our doorstep. Thanks for the welcome, Maarten, and making it all so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host and the houseboat was amazing. Such a cool experience. Very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin N.

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

Great stay!

Very nice stay for two. Extremely convenient to popular areas.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cath S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maarten is a wonderful host and the location is really close to Centraal and the historic town. We loved our stay. It’s also really quiet which was lovely. Thank you Maarten.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time staying here. Maarten is an extremely responsive host and easy to communicate with. The room was very clean and in an excellent location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maarten's place was perfect for what we were looking for in Amsterdam. A houseboat and within walking distance to all the attractions. Maarten was extremely accommodating in our changing travel plans. I could not be happier and would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn H.

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

Great location

Good location close to everything but away from all the noise, very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maarten was the perfect host. His B&B houseboat was perfectly located to explore all the fun Amsterdam has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn H.

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

Wonderful

Great location, very nice room and great host
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnauld A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
He is a very approachable person and we had a great time at his place. I will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janene M.

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

Perfect

Ideal location and perfect for 2 people. Maarten was great to deal with …would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas G.

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

Amsterdam Canal Boat

Had a wonderful stay. Location is central, easy to walk or catch public transport. Host was spot on with recommendations and the view from the top of the Bibliothek was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Great space and super location

Great space! Very comfortable and clean. This was an excellent location and we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Amsterdam visit

Maarten was great to work with. The location was perfect and convenient to walk everywhere. The only thing that would have made the stay perfect, would be a bit of outdoor seating. Being able to sit outside and relax and watch boat traffic would have been wonderful. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great experience and great base for exploring Amsterdam. Maarten was a great host. Thanks again for a great trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Close to Central Station

Great location and experience staying on a boat in a canal! Great communication on the owners part!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

Perfect

It was just what we needed. Quiet but easy to access everything. Maarten was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micah F.

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

Fantastic Flat on the Water!

Top notch! Great location within walking distance of Amsterdam Centraal Station. Room was very clean and quite comfortable. Perfect for a quick getaway to explore Amsterdam. Maarten was easy to communicate with and an absolute superhost. Glad we chose his B&B. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace C.

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

Great little house boat

Maarten was a great host and easy to communicate with. He answered all our questions before & during our stay. This little boat was perfect for 2 people. It was convenient to the train station and local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Amsterdam boat

Great time… wanted something a little different & that it was.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Willy H.

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

B& B on a house boat

Overall good, but no breakfast 😕
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke R.

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

Chilled boat in the city

Good and comfortable. Nice rituals wash items. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place Maarten has! Unique opportunity to stay somewhere other than a hotel. Convenient location near Amsterdam Central Train station and an easy walk into Amsterdam city. The room was clean, had air conditioning and Netflix. Would definitely stay again if we come back to Amsterdam.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne R.

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

Boat adventure

Great location! Comfortable Bed! Nice Shower. Walking distance to many sites. friendly and helpful host ! Near train station, super market, hop on hop off boats/bus Quiet. Near heat Chines restaurant .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024