Amsterdam · Netherlands
Where to Stay in Centrum, Amsterdam
The historic core of Amsterdam, wrapped around the canals and centred on Dam Square. It's the most touristy area.
✦ The vibe
Bustling, crowded, and full of souvenir shops and street performers.
👤 Best for
First-time visitors who want to be in the thick of it; walkers; shoppers.
🏨 Where to stay
Mostly mid-range chain hotels and hostels; prices are high for small rooms. Expect £150+ a night for a basic double.
🚇 Getting around
Very walkable; trams cross the area; the centre is 20 mins from Schiphol by direct train (Amsterdam Centraal).
📍 Nearby
Dam Square and the Royal Palace; Anne Frank House.
Best hotels in Centrum
24 hotels ranked by how close they are to Centrum
Boutique Amsterdam
229 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Hyatt Regency Amsterdam
333 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Allure
334 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →CitizenM Amstel Amsterdam
361 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Amstel Hotel
375 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Houseboat Ark van Amstel
412 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Arena
477 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Sweets Hotel Nieuwe Amstelbrug
483 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →The Social Hub
518 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Iris
521 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →MAX Hotel
569 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Volkshotel
580 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Volkshotel
580 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →PH Hotel Oosteinde
594 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Generator
608 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Zoku
613 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Zoku
613 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →The Bridge Hotel
613 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Generator
628 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Studio Jan Steen
644 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Pestana Amsterdam Riverside
653 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Atlantis
675 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Ibis Styles Amsterdam Amstel
692 m from Centrum
View intelligence briefing →Hotel de Munck
709 m from Centrum
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