🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Studio Jan Steen
📍 74-H, Tweede Jan Steenstraat, Amsterdam, 1074CR
Il tuo soggiorno — Studio Jan Steen
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La proprietà — Studio Jan Steen
Studio Jan Steen sits in a quiet residential street a short walk from the Museumplein, in a converted 19th-century townhouse with steep staircases and no lift. The lobby is cosy and unpretentious: a small reception desk, a few armchairs, and a print of the hotel's namesake painter on the wall. Rooms are compact but neat, with simple wooden furniture and high windows that let in good light. It suits budget-conscious culture travellers who want a clean, calm base near the big museums and don't mind climbing stairs.
Cronache di Amsterdam
Amsterdam began as a 12th-century fishing village around a dam on the Amstel river. It boomed in the Dutch Golden Age as a global trading port, its concentric canal ring added during the 17th century and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city's architecture is defined by tall, narrow gabled houses built on wooden piles, a response to boggy ground. Contemporary Amsterdam balances its historic core with a reputation for progressive social policies, cycling infrastructure, and a thriving tech and creative scene.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Amsterdam →I migliori mesi
May, June and September: sunny, 18-22°C, long evenings, fewer crowds than July-August. King's Day (27 April) can be hectic but May settles down.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak: school holidays fill the city, hotel prices double from shoulder rates, and queues at the Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House can exceed two hours. The Grachtenfestival (August) and Pride (first weekend August) drive further demand.
Stagione di spalla
April and October offer the best compromise: lighter crowds, 35-50% lower hotel rates than July, still decent weather for walking. April brings tulip season; October has crisp air and golden light.
Meteo e imballaggio
Amsterdam's weather is notoriously fickle — four seasons in one day, particularly in spring and autumn. Pack a waterproof shell and a light mid-layer (fleece or merino) regardless of the forecast, and always bring comfortable walking shoes: you'll be on foot or bike for most of the day.
Briefing della città — Amsterdam
- The Rijksmuseum now requires timed-entry tickets booked online in advance — no walk-ins are accepted.
- The city's new 'zero-emission zone' for deliveries kicks in this year, meaning more electric cargo bikes and fewer vans in the centre.
- A major tram line upgrade on Leidseplein (lines 1, 2, 5) runs through summer 2026, with some stops relocated; check GVB's website for diversions.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Studio Jan Steen, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors, ideally third floor or above (if the building has four storeys, the top floor). These are furthest from the tram rumble on Tweede Jan Steenstraat and benefit from more daylight. A front-facing room at the top gives some roofscape views over the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the ground floor and first floor. The stone stairs and entry can amplify street noise, especially from late-night foot traffic and bikes. Rooms at the back may overlook a courtyard with bin collections, so ask specifically for a front-facing upper room if possible.
Best views
From a front-facing room on the third or fourth floor: a view over the canalised street and the typical narrow gabled houses of De Pijp. No landmark views, but it’s a genuine Amsterdam residential scene.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and higher (if the building goes to 4 storeys). Older buildings in this part of De Pijp are typically 3–5 storeys, so the top two floors are quietest.
🔊 Noise notes
Tweede Jan Steenstraat is a residential street with trams on nearby Ferdinand Bolstraat. You can hear tram bells and traffic, especially at junctions. Also, the shared entrance and wooden stairs carry sound from other guests.
Insider tips
1. Check in early to secure a higher floor; this hotel has no lift, so request help with bags. 2. For parking, the nearest public garage is Q-Park De Pijp on Eerste Van Der Helststraat — book ahead, as it’s cheaper than street parking (which is paid 09:00–23:00). 3. If you arrive by bike, ask the staff where to leave it; the hotel's front area is tight.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Studio Jan Steen
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps, one device per guest) – good for email and browsing; no paid upgrade. Login via printed card at check-in.
No lift. Historic townhouse conversion: all rooms reached by narrow stairs (two flights to upper floors).
Digital access to De Telegraaf and The Guardian via PressReader code at check-in; no physical papers. Building built 1892, retains original wooden staircase and stained-glass window on first landing.
Check-in from 15:00 (15:00–22:00). Early bag drop allowed after 10:00 at reception. Late check-out until 12:00 for €30, from 12:00–14:00 only; no check-out after 14:00 without prior approval.
Free for arriving guests before check-in or on departure day until 18:00. Use locked luggage room behind reception.
No step-free access: three steps up at main entrance, narrow doorways. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms. Ground-floor only room (Studio 1) reachable by these three steps, but no wider doors.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Q-Park De Pijp, Eerste Sweelinckstraat 24, €35 per 24h (standard rate; no EV charging). Street parking in paid zone: €6.50/hr Mon–Sat 09:00–23:00, Sun 12:00–18:00; Sunday afternoon free.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night (2026 rate, charged at check-out)
Deposit & card hold: Total stay amount pre-authorised 48h before arrival; €100 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Synagogue: Gerard Dou Synagogue (119 m · ~1 min walk)
- Gurdwara: Guru Ram Das Ashram (456 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al-Karam (472 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Arrahman (540 m · ~7 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Kalverpassage — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Sarphatipark — 435 m · ~5 min walk
De Nieuwe Schatkamer — 347 m · ~4 min walk
MyEscape.Club — 681 m · ~9 min walk
Speeltuin Henrick de Keyser — 800 m · ~10 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 32 m · ~1 min walk
MedicijnMan Apotheek — 827 m · ~10 min walk
FermentFabriek — 222 m · ~3 min walk
De Pijp — 861 m · ~11 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM machines from major banks like ABN AMRO or ING; avoid currency exchange bureaux at Schiphol Airport and tourist areas as they offer poor rates and high fees.
Debit and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless payments (including Apple Pay/Google Pay) are common; some smaller stalls may prefer cash.
Not mandatory. In restaurants, rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated; taxi drivers usually don't expect tips but rounding up is fine; hotel staff receive a few euros for help with bags.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local bakery or to-go counter costs around €2.50.
A broodje (sandwich) or soup from a supermarket like Albert Heijn costs about €4-6.
A main course at a no-frills eetcafé or pizza place runs €12-16.
Typical street food includes patat (fries with sauce), herring (raw fish) or kibbeling (fried fish chunks); find cheap eats around food stalls at the Albert Cuypmarkt or near the city centre, though 1074CR has limited street-food clusters.
Albert Heijn (smaller 'to go' shops) and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in the area.
High-street chains like H&M, Zara, and Primark are found in nearby city centre shopping streets; for markets, try the Waterlooplein flea market for second-hand or vintage.
The cheapest way to get around is a GVB day pass for €9.00 (valid on trams, buses, and metro); from Schiphol Airport, take the direct train to Amsterdam Centraal (€5.60, every 15 mins) then connect to local transport.
Bike rental is budget-friendly (€12-15 per day) and the best way to explore; avoid eating or drinking near major squares (like Dam or Museumplein) as prices are inflated; buy museum tickets online in advance to skip queues and often save a bit.
Buono da sapere — Amsterdam
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · 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 Studio Jan Steen
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 32 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · MedicijnMan Apotheek — 827 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Informazioni su 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...
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What are the best rooms at Studio Jan Steen?
Request a room on the upper floors, ideally third floor or above (if the building has four storeys, the top floor). These are furthest from the tram rumble on Tweede Jan Steenstraat and benefit from more daylight. A front-facing room at the top gives some roofscape views over the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Studio Jan Steen?
Avoid the ground floor and first floor. The stone stairs and entry can amplify street noise, especially from late-night foot traffic and bikes. Rooms at the back may overlook a courtyard with bin collections, so ask specifically for a front-facing upper room if possible.
Is Studio Jan Steen noisy?
Tweede Jan Steenstraat is a residential street with trams on nearby Ferdinand Bolstraat. You can hear tram bells and traffic, especially at junctions. Also, the shared entrance and wooden stairs carry sound from other guests.
Which rooms have the best views at Studio Jan Steen?
From a front-facing room on the third or fourth floor: a view over the canalised street and the typical narrow gabled houses of De Pijp. No landmark views, but it’s a genuine Amsterdam residential scene.
What are insider tips for staying at Studio Jan Steen?
1. Check in early to secure a higher floor; this hotel has no lift, so request help with bags. 2. For parking, the nearest public garage is Q-Park De Pijp on Eerste Van Der Helststraat — book ahead, as it’s cheaper than street parking (which is paid 09:00–23:00). 3. If you arrive by bike, ask the staff where to leave it; the hotel's front area is tight.
What time is check-in at Studio Jan Steen?
Check-in at Studio Jan Steen is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Studio Jan Steen have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps, one device per guest) – good for email and browsing; no paid upgrade. Login via printed card at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Studio Jan Steen?
€3.00 per person per night (2026 rate, charged at check-out)
Where can I eat cheaply near Studio Jan Steen?
A broodje (sandwich) or soup from a supermarket like Albert Heijn costs about €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Studio Jan Steen?
The cheapest way to get around is a GVB day pass for €9.00 (valid on trams, buses, and metro); from Schiphol Airport, take the direct train to Amsterdam Centraal (€5.60, every 15 mins) then connect to local transport.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
May, June and September: sunny, 18-22°C, long evenings, fewer crowds than July-August. King's Day (27 April) can be hectic but May settles down.
Principali attrazioni a 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.