Amsterdam best budget hotels
Affordable hotels in Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam best budget hotels cover the whole of the city. There will always be budget hotels in Amsterdam catering to those looking to spend a little less for their hotel, while enjoying all Amsterdam has to offer.
If you are not that interested in having luxury facilities or expensive views from your hotel window and just want a nice, clean hotel in a good location with a decent bed for the night and perhaps a good breakfast in the morning, then read on.
Finding cheap hotels in Amsterdam is easy, but location can be everything. Many affordable hotels in Amsterdam city centre are located a little further away from the action than you may want. Or they may be too close to the action altogether for your taste.
Learning a bit more about the best areas of Amsterdam to stay in, might help narrow the search. You can use our Amsterdam areas page to help find the best place to stay for you. As well as these affordable hotels in Amsterdam, we also have pages exploring 3 star hotels (mid-range hotels), Amsterdam hostels, the best luxury hotels in Amsterdam, the variety of chain hotels in Amsterdam and Boutique hotels.
Best cheap hotels Amsterdam
When visiting a city, it is likely you will spend the vast amount of your time in the city, exploring everything it has to offer. If you are happy to come back to recharge in a cheap Amsterdam hotel with no frills then you can save a lot of money.
We’ve looked at a few of Amsterdam best budget hotels based on location, facilities and the all important reviews. These are all 2 star hotels in Amsterdam.
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Hotel La Bohème
Close to Leidseplein which is a very popular area for restaurants, cafes, bars and nightlife. You can walk to Vondelpark in 5-mins, meaning Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum are very close by.
There is free Wi-Fi , a bar, good breakfast, family rooms and daily housekeeping. Hotel La Boheme has a very homely feel and is particularly popular with couples and families.
Weber Hotel 397
Close to Leidseplein which gives you access to plenty of restaurants and bars on your doorstep. You can walk to Museum Square in 10-mins or use public tranpsort from Leidseplein to get anywhere else in Amsterdam very quickly.
Rooms have TV and coffee machine and private bathroom. There is also a bar on site. It should be noted this hotel may not be appropriate for anyone with reduced mobility as some of the rooms are up steep stairs, there are four floors and there is no elevator.
Budget Hotel Tourist inn
A short walk from Central Station (600 yards) makes this a great location for those arriving by Eurostar or from Schiphol Airport. Budget Hotel Tourist Inn occupies two separate buildings and you can stay here in private rooms with private bathrooms or shared or you can stay in dormitory style rooms of up to 6 guests.
Breakfast is included and there is free Wi-Fi, 24-hr front desk and an elevator. Walking out the hotel you can be in Dam Square in a matter of minutes, Anne Frank House and De Wallen are also easily reached on foot.
Amistad Hotel
Another hotel located close to Leidseplein which gives you access to a great nightlife scene and plenty of bars and restaurants. The Amistad, though close to the action is on one of the quieter streets. It is also close to the flower market which is a bonus for the senses.
Breakfast is included and is Dutch style with pancakes or omelettes. It is even served until 12pm for any late risers.
Rooms are modern and renovated, accessed by stairs and have tea/coffee and flat screen TV.
Hotel Old Quarter
The name Old Quarter gives away its location, so if you want a hotel as close to Central Station as possible, this is a great budget choice.
Stepping out the hotel you will find yourself only needing a short 2-min stroll to the Red Light District or in 5-mins you can be in Dam Square. With Central Station so close by, it is a great base to explore the rest of Amsterdam using public transport or to go further afield using the trains.
Breakfast is offered in the restaurant and in the evening you can relax in the bar. There are family rooms (6 twin beds) and single, double, triple and quadruple rooms available.
Hotel Adolesce
Nicely located close to Hortus Botanicus and Royal Artis Zoo with easy access into the heart of Amsterdam or to Museum Square.
There is a 24/7 free buffet in reception, so you can help yourself to coffee, tea, juices, chocolate milk as you wish. There is a terrace, bar and breakfast.
The hotel is within a classic canal house and if you choose a front room you’ll have a canal view, if you choose a rear room then you look over the hidden Amsterdam gardens. There are four stories and no elevator.
wiechmann hotel amsterdam
Located close to Nine Streets and equally between Anne Frank House and the Museum District, Amsterdam Wiechmann Hotel sits within three restored canal houses and is decorated with antiques so feels old fashioned but not in a twee way.
You can have a lovely breakfast here and there are views out to the canal. A great location and highly rated hotel.
facade hotel amsterdam
Close to Amsterdam Central Station, Red Light District and just a short 5-min walk from Dam Square. Facade Hotel offers standard single, double and family rooms. There is free Wi-Fi, 24-hr front desk, terrace, room service and daily housekeeping.
Rooms are modern and sleek and the hotel building itself has a lovely – yes you’ve guessed it – facade.
atlanta hotel amsterdam
Located on the edge of Rembrandtplein which is a lively square with lots of bars, restaurants and clubs available. You can also be in the Flower Market in a couple of minutes. Dam Square is a 10-min walk away or you can use the trams to other parts of the city.
If you like art then Hotel Atlanta has a special place in art history, as Piet Mondrian lived and painted in this hotel for a few years back in 1903. There are odes to his paintings throughout the walls of the hotel.
There are different room configurations with shared bathrooms or private. Breakfast is available plus free Wi-Fi and 24-hr front desk.
