🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Durty Nellys Inn
📍 115-117, Warmoesstraat, Amsterdam, 1012JA
Your stay — Durty Nellys Inn
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The Property — Durty Nellys Inn
Durty Nellys Inn is a no-frills, family-run pub-with-rooms in the heart of the old city, five minutes from Central Station. The lobby is more of a bar: worn wooden floors, a lingering smell of beer and bitterballen, and a rowdy mix of locals and tourists propping up the counter. It suits budget-conscious solo travellers or groups who want a loud, sociable base with zero pretension — think stag parties, backpackers, and anyone who treats a hotel as just somewhere to crash after a night out. You get a small, clean twin or double, a basic continental breakfast, and 24-hour access to the pub downstairs.
Chronicles of Amsterdam
Amsterdam began as a 12th-century fishing village on the Amstel, with a dam built to control flooding that later gave the city its name. Its golden age in the 1600s — driven by the Dutch East India Company and a thriving trade in spices, tulips, and art — financed the concentric canal ring (Grachtengordel) now listed as a UNESCO site. Narrow gabled houses with hooks at the top reflect the era’s tax-by-width system, when goods were hoisted through windows to avoid staircase fees. Today the city is a tangle of 17th-century architecture, bike lanes, coffee shops, and world-class museums, with a fiercely liberal identity that balances tourism with local livability.
Best Time to Visit
Full Amsterdam guide →Best months
May and September are ideal: warm (18-22°C), long daylight, and tulips still flowering in April-May; crowds are lower than July-August but everything is open.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season — school holidays across Europe, the Amsterdam Dance Event (October also spikes later), and the city’s summer festivals like Pride (late July/early August) push hotel prices 40-60% above shoulder rates. Durty Nellys will be packed and loud, but you’re close to the action.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer discounts of 20-30% on rooms, milder weather (10-15°C), and fewer tourists, with the bonus of King’s Day parties (27 April) or autumn museum queues.
Weather & packing
Amsterdam’s weather is famously fickle — blue skies can switch to drizzle in fifteen minutes, and wind off the canals makes rain feel colder. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood, and always carry a foldable brolly and a light sweater, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Amsterdam
- Central Station’s main entrance is undergoing renovation until late 2026; use the side entrance near the IJ River to avoid scaffolding and queues.
- The city’s new tourist tax (now 12.5% of room rate, plus €3 per person per night) was raised in January 2026 to fund canal cleaning and overcrowding measures — factor it into your budget.
- Amsterdam’s ban on cruise ships entering the city centre (effective 2026) means fewer day-trippers in July, so the canal belt and central streets should feel slightly less claustrophobic than in previous summers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Durty Nellys Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a rear-facing room on the first or second floor. The back of the building overlooks the canal and interior courtyards, cutting street noise from Warmoesstraat. Lower floors here are more stable and quieter than upper floors serviced by the small lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room facing Warmoesstraat directly, especially on floors 3 and above. Street noise from the red-light district and late-night foot traffic is relentless, and the old building’s windows aren't double-glazed. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor—it’s a tiny, rattling cage lift that runs late.
Best views
A rear-facing room gives a view over the canal and the backs of historic buildings—moody and very Amsterdam. Front-facing rooms look straight down Warmoesstraat into the red-light district’s neon bustle, which is interesting but not restful.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 are the quietest, as they’re below the worst street din and the bar noise that carries upward. The first floor also has slightly thicker walls (older construction) than the attic-conversion floors above.
🔊 Noise notes
Warmoesstraat is a main pedestrian drag through the medieval centre, thick with tourists, stag parties, and street performers until 2–3am. The hotel’s ground-floor bar (Durty Nelly’s is a pub) adds live music and crowd noise on weekends. The lift clatters audibly past each floor.
Insider tips
1. Book directly and request a ‘canal-view rear room’—the bar staff often handle check-in and will note it if you call ahead. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; the old building transmits noise through floors. 3. No on-site parking; use the ‘Centrum’ P+R (€1/day) at Zeeburg and tram in—it’s 15 minutes.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Durty Nellys Inn
Free WiFi for all guests; speed adequate for browsing and email, no premium tier
Small lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No newspapers, digital or physical
Standard check-in 14:00-23:00; early bag-drop allowed after 10:00; late check-out €25 until 14:00 (subject to availability)
Free at reception on check-in or check-out day
No step-free entry; two steps at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parking Centrum Oosterdok (Oosterdokskade 10, €35 for 24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €12.50 per person per night (tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; €50 incidental hold per night on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Fo Guang Shan He Hua Tempel (84 m · ~1 min walk)
- Synagogue: The Tabernacle (147 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Waalse kerk (377 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Co-kathedrale Basiliek van Sint Nicolaas (486 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Magna Plaza — 846 m · ~11 min walk
Wertheimpark — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Red Light Secrets — 99 m · ~1 min walk
Amsterdams Marionetten Theater — 232 m · ~3 min walk
Speeltuin De Waag — 423 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Geldmaat — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Apotheek H.W. van der Meulen — 177 m · ~2 min walk
Alexander — 33 m · ~1 min walk
Nieuwmarkt — 285 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs from major banks (ABN AMRO, ING, Rabobank) for the best rates; avoid GWK exchange bureaux at Centraal Station and Schiphol Airport which charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless (tap-to-pay) is standard; many places don't accept Amex. Mobile pay works everywhere cards do.
Not expected but appreciated for good service: round up the bill in restaurants (5–10% max), leave a couple of euros for hotel cleaners, and round up taxi fares.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from bakery or snack bar, approx €2.50–3.00.
Broodje (sandwich) or takeaway soup from a bakery/supermarket, approx €5–8.
Main course at an Indonesian rice table or pizza place, approx €12–18.
Albert Cuypmarkt (15 min walk) has herring stalls, stroopwafels, and cheap fast food; also Febo automats for €3–4 fried snacks.
Albert Heijn (many branches) is the main chain; Dirk and Lidl are cheaper options.
Waterlooplein flea market for vintage/thrift; H&M and Uniqlo at Kalverstraat for basics; no specific cheap local chains.
Buy a GVB day pass (€9 for 24h) from metro ticket machines or tram conductors; from Schiphol, take the train to Centraal (€4.50 single) then tram/metro on a day pass.
Get a Museumkaart (€75) if visiting 3+ major museums; buy groceries at Lidl or Aldi instead of Albert Heijn; walk or rent a bike (€12–15/day) instead of using taxis.
Good to know — Amsterdam
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
AmsterdamFor police non-emergencies, call 0900-8844. General non-emergency medical assistance: 088 123 1234 (GP service). Tourist help line: +31 20 551 3366 (Amsterdam Tourist Information).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Amsterdam, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Durty Nellys Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Geldmaat — 75 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheek H.W. van der Meulen — 177 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) → nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel
💡 Direct bus service (route 397). Requires advance booking online for best rates. Luggage space guaranteed, good for groups.
nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel → City center / Amsterdam attractions
💡 Buy day pass (GVB €8.50/24hrs) for unlimited trams/buses. Hotel is on direct Tram 4 line to Dam Square. Skip taxis in city center; trams are faster and cheaper.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) → nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel
💡 Most economical option. Take train to Amsterdam Central, transfer to Tram 4 towards Centraal Station direction, get off at RAI stop directly in front of hotel.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) → nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel
💡 Book in advance via Uber app for fixed pricing. Avoid peak hours 8-10am and 4-6pm when traffic is heavy on A4 motorway.
About Amsterdam
Wikipedia ↗
Amsterdam (Dutch: [ˌɑmstərˈdɑm] ; lit. 'Dam in the Amstel') is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands. It has a population of 933,680 in June 2024 within the city proper, 1,457,018 in the urban area and 2,480,394 in the metropolitan area. Located in the Dutch province of North Holland, Amst...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Durty Nellys Inn?
Request a rear-facing room on the first or second floor. The back of the building overlooks the canal and interior courtyards, cutting street noise from Warmoesstraat. Lower floors here are more stable and quieter than upper floors serviced by the small lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Durty Nellys Inn?
Avoid any room facing Warmoesstraat directly, especially on floors 3 and above. Street noise from the red-light district and late-night foot traffic is relentless, and the old building’s windows aren't double-glazed. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor—it’s a tiny, rattling cage lift that runs late.
Is Durty Nellys Inn noisy?
Warmoesstraat is a main pedestrian drag through the medieval centre, thick with tourists, stag parties, and street performers until 2–3am. The hotel’s ground-floor bar (Durty Nelly’s is a pub) adds live music and crowd noise on weekends. The lift clatters audibly past each floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Durty Nellys Inn?
A rear-facing room gives a view over the canal and the backs of historic buildings—moody and very Amsterdam. Front-facing rooms look straight down Warmoesstraat into the red-light district’s neon bustle, which is interesting but not restful.
What are insider tips for staying at Durty Nellys Inn?
1. Book directly and request a ‘canal-view rear room’—the bar staff often handle check-in and will note it if you call ahead. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; the old building transmits noise through floors. 3. No on-site parking; use the ‘Centrum’ P+R (€1/day) at Zeeburg and tram in—it’s 15 minutes.
What time is check-in at Durty Nellys Inn?
Check-in at Durty Nellys Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Durty Nellys Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; speed adequate for browsing and email, no premium tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Durty Nellys Inn?
€12.50 per person per night (tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Durty Nellys Inn?
Broodje (sandwich) or takeaway soup from a bakery/supermarket, approx €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Durty Nellys Inn?
Buy a GVB day pass (€9 for 24h) from metro ticket machines or tram conductors; from Schiphol, take the train to Centraal (€4.50 single) then tram/metro on a day pass.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
May and September are ideal: warm (18-22°C), long daylight, and tulips still flowering in April-May; crowds are lower than July-August but everything is open.
Top Attractions in Amsterdam
💡 Take the lift to the 7th floor roof terrace for the best free view of Amsterdam's eastern docklands. Open to everyone, no library card needed.
💡 Go early (before 10am) to avoid crowds. The English Reformed Church inside opens at 11am for a quick look.
💡 Silence is requested—no loud talking or photos of residents. Entry via the gate on Spui, not the church side.
💡 Take the lift to the top floor café—coffee is cheap (€1.50) and the terrace overlooks the IJ river, a great free alternative to expensive rooftop bars.
💡 Enter through the arch on Spui—be respectful, as people still live here. No loud groups or bicycles allowed. Visit the chapel's wooden ship models hanging from the ceiling.
💡 Silence is required. No photography inside the courtyard. Go early morning to avoid tour groups – they start arriving around 10am.
💡 Respect the residents — no photos inside the courtyard, and keep your voice down. The English Reformed Church inside has free entry on Saturdays.
💡 Keep your voice down and don't take photos of residents. The hidden Catholic church (Houten Huys) at number 34 is one of Amsterdam's oldest surviving wooden buildings.