Cheap hotels in Old Center, Amsterdam
The Old Center is home to many of Amsterdam's main tourist attractions, with the notable exception of the most important museums (located south in the Museumplein). The Red Light District, Dam Square, the Royal Palace, Nieuwmarkt, and a seemingly endless supply of "coffeeshops" keep the area packed with eager—and often gawking—tourists.
Sleeping in the Old Center: This is the city's touristy nerve-center. It's dirty, chaotic, crowded and, for some, enthralling. Choosing a hotel in the Old Center is certainly convenient for sightseeing, and it makes getting to and from the central train station a snap. However, it's also quite noisy, and certain areas (especially in the Red Light District) are frequented at night by roving groups of merrymakers. If you're up for the fun, by all means, join the fun!
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De Clercqstraat 52, Museums & Vondelpark
EuroCheapo Review: The Alp Hotel offers elegant, well-appointed two-star rooms and a front-row seat to one of Amsterdam's most dynamic neighborhoods.... read review
$97
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Leidsegracht 114, Grachtengordel South
EuroCheapo Review: Popular with rock bands (and their groupies), the Backstage offers comfortable rooms, a rockin’ atmosphere, and rates that are generally affordable.... read review
$81
Van Ostadestraat 123, Pijp
EuroCheapo Review: Situated near the heart of the trendy Pijp neighborhood, the friendly one-star hotel offers eco-friendly practices and affordable bike rentals.... read review
$46
Overtoom 120, Museums & Vondelpark
EuroCheapo Review: The one-star Abba offers 36 basic rooms in a fantastic location within walking distance of the Vondelpark.... read review
$52
Damstraat 22, Red Light District
EuroCheapo Review: Situated near the train station, the Hotel Damsquare provides 32 basic, affordable rooms and a convenient location.... read review
$80
Raadhuisstraat 35, Grachtengordel West
EuroCheapo Review: The tiny Hotel de Westertoren provides eight basic rooms at Cheapo rates.... read review
$103
Herengracht 269, Grachtengordel West
Quick Read: The friendly three-star hotel has decent rates, renovated rooms and a quiet, yet central, location.... read review
$86
Nieuwe Keizersgracht 16, Plantagebuurt
EuroCheapo Review: The Hotel Hermitage offers 22 St. Petersburg-style rooms near the Rembrantplein and the newly opened Hermitage Museum.... read review
$100
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Plantageparklaan 8, Plantagebuurt
EuroCheapo Review: The super-affordable Hotel Hortus offers affordable double rooms in an officially "smoker friendly" environment.... read review
$46
Warmoesstraat 1-3, Red Light District
Quick Read: The two-star Hotel Internationaal offers eight simple rooms above a bar in the heart of the Red Light District.... read review
$52
