Hotel Tamara

Hotels
5.9 (1190 reviews)
nieuwezijds voorburgwal 144 , Amsterdam , NL

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Vending machine - drinks
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Review Highlights

Pros:
friendly service
great location
Cons:
poor cleanliness
bad value for money
uncomfortable rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
3.4
Numerous reviews mention cleanliness issues, with some noting it was extremely dirty and uncomfortable.
Service
7.9
The service was noted to be friendly and helpful, although some reviews mentioned staff were unresponsive to complaints.
Location
8.4
The location was frequently mentioned as a positive aspect, being described as unbeatable and well placed.
Room Quality
5.4
Mixed sentiments where some noted it was basic and suitable for short stays but criticized hygiene and overall quality.
Amenities
6.4
Limited mention of amenities; generally described as sufficient for basic accommodation.
Value for Money
4.9
Reviews generally indicated that the price did not match the quality, often described as expensive for what was offered.
Food and Beverage
5.4
No specific comments on food and beverage options, assumed standard quality for the hotel tier.
Overall Experience
5.4
Overall dissatisfaction noted in multiple reviews, with significant mention of bad experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 12:45

Property Description

Charming Hotel in the Heart of Amsterdam

Central Location: Hotel Tamara is conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from iconic landmarks such as Royal Palace Amsterdam, Dam Square, and Beurs van Berlage.

Unique Accommodations: Experience a stay in cozy rooms accessible by steep stairs, each equipped with a wardrobe and shared bathroom. Bed linen is provided for your comfort.

Nearby Attractions: Explore Amsterdam with ease as the Anne Frank House, Regardz Zilveren Toren Amsterdam, and Basilica of St. Nicholas are all within walking distance from the hotel.

Ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant city of Amsterdam? Book your stay at Hotel Tamara now and enjoy complimentary WiFi during your visit.

Important information:

Please note that guests are recommended to print their Booking.com confirmation and bring it with them, as this will speed up the check-in procedure.

Please note that a EUR 10 key deposit is applicable. This deposit will be refunded when guests return the key.

Please note that rooms are accessible by stairs in a building without a elevator.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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

5.9
Based on 1190 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.4
Service: 7.9
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 5.4
Amenities: 6.4
Value for Money: 4.9
Food and Beverage: 5.4
Overall Experience: 5.4
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Macauley • solo_traveller • gb
1
BED BUGS
Cons:

We stayed here during our trip to Amsterdam and the hotel has bed bugs!!! We reported it to the reception staff and she didn't seem to care, she asked me if my bites were potentially from mosquitoes instead.
Contacted booking. com for a refund as she didn't seem interested in helping us.
When we arrived, our beds were not made. Old wet towels were on our bed and dirty used cutlery had been left in our room. Our bin was full of waste from the previous guests. So the room had not been cleaned at all. Disgusting & absolutely vile.
Noisy at night. Dismal rooms that resembled jail cells.
No TV. Limescale in the kettle. BED BUGS!!!
The fact that this hotel is allowed to stay open is a joke.
DO NOT GO!!!!!

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Olympia • extended_group • dk
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Smith • solo_traveller • gb
4
Would not recommend
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

Not clean, very basic, scruffy and lots of people coming and going during the night.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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chris • solo_traveller • gb
1
Don't do it!
Pros:

Location only

Cons:

State of interior incl room. Filthy, disgusting. Bed was horrific. Floor was filthy. Shower room awful with blocked drains and smelly

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Julia • extended_group • pl
10
Pros:

Super lokalizacja, piękny widok z okna i przemiły personel :)

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Osman • solo_traveller • gb
7
Very cool location in the city! nice and welcoming staff
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The bed was very old it makes annoying noises.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Pablo • solo_traveller • es
6
Pros:

La ubicación es un 10/10, el precio 10/10 y la atencion de los trabajadores también, especialmente una chica q habia en recepción a la cual no pregunté el nombre y de un chico que se llamaba Javi.
El vuelo llegaba mucho antes de la hora del check-in y nos pudimos dejar el equipaje en la recepción para no ir cargados mientras visitabamos en ese tipo la ciudad, para el check out lo mismo.

Cons:

Lo unico que no me gustó son las literas, da un poco de miedo como estaba el somier de la litera de arriba, las tablas algunas rotas y mal cogidas con unas grapas. Daba la impresión de que en cualquier momento de la noche se podia romper y el de arriba caerte encima, aparte de que habia algunos colchones mas gordos y otros mas finos y por ende mucho mas incomodos, pero bueno algo malo tendría que tener por el precio, aun asi repetiría sin dudar.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Alicia • extended_group • au
1
Deberían de informar previamente de las escaleras. Las camas eran horribles.
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Las instalaciones

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
M
Marianne • extended_group • nl
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
J
Jean • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Rosalia • extended_group • es
8
Una estancia genial
Pros:

El hotel es muy sencillo y humilde pero muy práctico, tiene todo lo que puedes pedir para viajar con amigos y está en un sitio céntrico y privilegiado. El chico que nos atendió fue muy agradable y atento con todo lo que necesitábamos, siempre estaba disponible para cualquier cosa con una sonrisa.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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ROBERTO • solo_traveller • it
6
Pros:

Posizione ottima

Cons:

Le scale davvero ripide e la pulizia lascia un po’ a desiderare (a quel prezzo tutto sommato accettabile)

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Nayyab • solo_traveller • pk
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
A
António • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Benn • extended_group • ie
10
Great staff
Pros:

Great staff , great hotel and great location

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Vojtěch • extended_group • cz
8
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Axel • couple • fr
4
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
B
bouron • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jason • extended_group • gb
6
A very relaxed and pleasant stay.
Pros:

The location is excellent. And the manager/staff were fantastic, waiting up for are late arrival well past the 11pm check in time.

Cons:

It’s probably not the right place to take your wife, but a great chilled place for a few mates to have a top weekend in Amsterdam.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
R
Rengin Neşe • couple • tr
1
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee