Hotelschip Gandalf

Hotels
8.6 (189 reviews)
Oosterdok 2 , Amsterdam , nl

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Coffee Shop on site
Fruits
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Key access
Security alarm
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Unique experience staying on a boat
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Limited breakfast options
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
6.54
Multiple mentions of poor cleanliness, particularly in the bathroom.
Service
9.51
Staff is generally described as friendly and helpful, though some inconsistency noted.
Location
9.55
Many positive remarks about the central location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8
Quarters are snug which may not suit everyone, but generally acceptable.
Amenities
8.53
Basic amenities mentioned, with some suggestions for improvement.
Value for Money
8.99
Perceived as good value given the unique experience of staying on a boat.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Breakfast is generally praised, but some complaints about limited options.
Overall Experience
9.11
Most reviewers had a positive unique experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 21:05

Property Description

Unique Accommodation Experience
Stay in simple cabins on a boat just a 15-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy free Wi-Fi in the public area and breakfast in the breakfast room each morning.

Prime Location
Explore the vibrant Nieuwmarkt area and visit the Rembrandt House Museum, both just a 15-minute walk away.

Book now for an unforgettable stay on Hotelschip Gandalf!

Important information:

Please note that this accommodations is a boat. The address stated, is the dock. The boat is docked at scaffolding 3 (steiger 3). For extra information, contact the accommodations.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 189 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.54
Service: 9.51
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.99
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 9.11
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andrea • couple • it
9
Pros:

Una bella esperienza questa del barcone comoda posizione vicino al centro!

Cons:

Mi sono trovata un po male perché il bagnetto non avendo il riscaldamento era troppo freddo per fare una doccia!

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Carlotta • family_with_children • it
10
Pros:

Nice and cozy place, Manage by Kind people, very good breackfast and coffe/tea always avbl.
Close to central station and city centre.

Cons:

NIL

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Eddy • couple • ch
8
Pros:

Emplacement calme à proximité de la gare

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Pereyra • couple • ar
10
Pros:

La atencion personalizada

Cons:

Nada

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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ghosh • solo_traveller • in
10
2025-12-31 • via Nuitee
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Christelle • family_with_children • fr
9
2025-12-31 • via Nuitee
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Maria Teresa • couple • es
10
Pros:

Estaba todo perfecto, muy bien ubicado, cerca de todos los medios de transporte y el trato de Helena fue espectacular, el último estábamos solos alojados ya que era Noche buena y nos puso la mesa del desayuno muy bien decorada, no lo olvidare

2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • de
10
Einfach schön war es ☺️
Pros:

Unterkunft war klein aber fein, für mich immer wichtig ES WAR SAUBER.
Frühstück war auch super, am besten hat mir gefallen das, dass Ruhrei und Pfannkuchen frisch zubereitet würde.

2025-12-30 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • gb
10
Fantastic had a great time thanks
Pros:

Great little stay with my boys 15 min walk to the centre lovely little breakfast and the lady was lovely doing the breakfast

Cons:

All good we are in about booking it again next Xmas

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The host is a lovely lady and I loved stopping on the old ship 🚢 its not the same as staying in some posh hotel, the cabins are small but cosy and exactly what u would expect them to be. But I love the location right next to the nemo science museum close enough to the city centre but far enough away from most of the noise.. I will be staying again in the future

Cons:

Took a little getting used to there being no TV but free WiFi and Netflix on my phone did the job

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Ali Samet • couple • tr
9
Otantik ve sevimli bir otel tavsiye ederiz
2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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thonon • family_with_children • be
10
Très chouette découverte proche du vieux centre et au calme
Pros:

Le dépaysement, le lieu atypique, le calme, les rencontres et le petit déjeuner

Cons:

Pour les personnes de grandes tailles c’est parfois exigu

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • fr
9
Ideal pour visiter Amsterdam
Pros:

L originalité du lieux (peniche)
Très bien placé on peut tout faire à pied ou en vélo
Très bon petit déjeuner
Très bon accueil

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Abelilah • couple • be
9
Pros:

La gérante était très sympa et très serviable
L'emplacement était génial

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Maud • family_with_children • fr
9
Séjour fort agréable dans un lieu atypique. Expérience à renouveler.
Pros:

Emplacement très pratique lorsque l’on vient en train et proximité du centre.
Accueil chaleureux et attentionné. Notre hôtesse très agréable et aux petits soins.
Petit déjeuner top et varié. Cadre agréable et parfait avec nos 3 pré ados.

Cons:

RAS
Peut être à déconseille pour des personne corpulentes (cabines de bateau)

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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ThomasJB • couple • nl
10
Pros:

Super gastvrij en ongedwongen sfeer, en dat in het centrum van Amsterdam.
Kleine praktische hutjes en forse gemeenschapsruimte, erg smaakvol ingericht
De locatie, naast Nemo en op 300 meter van het Scheepvaartmuseum, en op 10 minuten van Centraal Station, is super.

2025-12-25 • via Nuitee
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Roach • couple • gb
8
2025-12-23 • via Nuitee
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Simonetta • couple • it
9
2025-12-18 • via Nuitee
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Iris • solo_traveller • nl
9
Het schip is schoon, netjes, gezellig met kerstlampjes versierd en de gastvrouw ontzettend vriendelijk!
Pros:

De gastvrijheid van de gastvrouw, tevens matroos!

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Milan • couple • lu
9
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee