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Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin

Houseboat near Dam Square in Amsterdam

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A boat deck with chairs, a bottle of champagne, and flowers.
A corner seating area with a blue sofa, a patterned pillow, and a yellow throw.
A canal with boats, historic buildings, and a prominent tower.
A room with a large window overlooking a canal with boats, a blue sofa, and a wooden ship's wheel.
A row of traditional brick buildings with multiple windows, a tree in front, and bicycles parked outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom2 bathrooms35 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, North Holland
  • Place, ARTIS
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dam Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rembrandt Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the area

Amsterdam

Amsterdam City Centre stay.Your stay at this Amsterdam City Centre houseboat places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Dam Square and Van Gogh Museum. Rijksmuseum and Vondelpark are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Amsterdam Chinatown - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nemo Science Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • ARTIS - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dam Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rembrandt Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Nieuwmarkt Station - 7 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪oba cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A Beautiful Mess - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪High Garden - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Café Stevens - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Five Islands - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin

Our historic houseboat has been transformed into a luxurious, elegant, and fully equipped retreat in the heart of Amsterdam. Moored along one of the city's widest canals, it is just a short walk from Central Station, the vibrant city center, and many of Amsterdam's finest restaurants, shops, museums, and parks.

Registration number / license: 0363 A2C9 740C E000 D00D

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 377 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 0363 A2C9 740C E000 D00D

Property is also known as

771092

Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin to the airport?

This houseboat is 14.1 mi (34-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 Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin?

As of Sept 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin on Sept 20, 2026 start from CA $601, 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 Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

How close is Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin to the beach?

This houseboat is 5.7 mi (23-min drive) from Blijburg Beach.

Does Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat, but Holland Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin to downtown Amsterdam?

This houseboat is 0.6 mi away from Amsterdam.

Luxurious wellness houseboat - Captains Cabin Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location with fantastic views. Highly recommend this place to anyone wanting easy walking access to almost anywhere in Amsterdam.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The houseboat is central to everything. It absolutely was the best! The host is stellar. The houseboat was so so comfortable. All amenities have been thought thorough so nothing, absolutely nothing was missing. Beds, bedding super. Can’t say enough good things about this property. It’s the only place you should be staying in Amsterdam. Thanks for a memorable vacation. Best money we have ever spent
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

HouseBarge Fun

We had a lovely stay at The Captain's Cabin. The location was excellent and it was super fun to watch all the boat traffic buzz by. Gerben was very reachable and the boat was nicely appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carey Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thought the listing looked great and it exceeded our expectations. The space is so well thought out, cozy yet high end. The location was great, e could easily walk everywhere we wanted to go in Amsterdam. We also enjoyed just sitting on the deck and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Due to a slight mixup with our booking we actually stayed in the Sailors Suite. The owner was very accomodating rearranging our booking. We had a wonderful stay in very unique accomodation. The facilities were exceptional and the cabin was well appointed and spotlessly clean.The area was well located for our needs. I highly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an excellent place. We loved everything about it. The host was very responsive and friendly once we arrived. The boat is stocked with the necessities and even has a sauna! It is in an excellent location to walk to shops and restaurants, to catch public transportation, or rent bikes. We loved having a drink on the deck in the evening and watching the boats go by on the canal.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendan A.

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

Love the Captains Cabin

I cannot recommend this listing enough. They thought of everything you could want inside the house, the location is fantastic and the communication was seamless. You should definitely rent the Captains Cabin if you are even partially thinking about it. Just do it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We liked the “experience”. It’s a boat so not recommended if you have mobility issues. Steep stairs and narrow walkways from the street to the boat. then ladder-like stairs inside the boat. The shower is bigger than expected and the sauna was a bonus. It’s hard to find places with king size bed; that’s one of the reasons we picked this one. Towels and linens were nice quality and I personally like it when a place offers bathrobes. We used the washer dryer. Once we figured it out (in Dutch). We enjoyed watching the boat cruises. The location was not in city center so I think it’s more quiet than other houseboats on the canal. We did a lot of walking. it seemed to be at least a 15-20 walk to places we went to. We took Ubers a few times.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Q.

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

Total Dream Boat

Do not hesitate to book your stay here! The boat is beautifully renovated, has an incredibly comfortable bed, and, most importantly, is hosted by the loveliest family you'll meet in Amsterdam. From the day I arrived, I felt graciously welcomed with a warm authenticity that is hard to come by these days. The location is incredible. So close to city center (10 minute walk from Centraal Station) and yet when you return home, it feels like a quiet oasis away from the hubbub of the city. There are lovely patio chairs to sit out and relax as you gaze across the canal. Gerben and Rodinde are ready to provide you with any recommendations or information you might need. It is truly a magical place to stay, and I can't wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Val L.

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

Exceeded expectations in every way

Where to start??? Gerben (and Rodinde) was the ultimate host, the houseboat was incredible, and the location was exceptional. We didn't know what to expect since the property was brand new to VRBO, so you can imagine our surprise and delight that EVERY detail had been thought through. From heated floors to plenty of kitchenware to a lighted mirror in the bathroom (not to mention the fancy Japanese toilet and sauna!), we felt very pampered. For my daughter and me, it was the perfect place to spend a few days and decompress after she returned from Semester at Sea. We had the best time sitting on the deck and waving to boat tours going by! We were also surprised how quiet the neighborhood was despite its proximity to the train station and the heart of the city. We are so grateful to Gerben and Rodinde for helping us create such beautiful memories and will absolutely return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es war sehr besonders und mit wunderschönem Ausblick. Schön eingerichtet und der Gastgeber super freundlich!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pieter v.

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

Een nieuw juweel!

Amsterdam is een nieuw juweel rijker! Deze B&B combineert moeiteloos elegantie met comfort. De aandacht voor detail in de inrichting en service was opmerkelijk. Heerlijk centraal gelegen met alles op loopafstand. De tips van de gastheer voor lokale bezienswaardigheden waren spot-on. Dit was zonder twijfel een van de beste accommodaties waar we ooit hebben verbleven. Vijf sterren zijn eigenlijk niet genoeg!”
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025