Although Amsterdam may not be the place for the best cheap hotels, there are some cheap places to cater to the needs of holidaymakers and business travelers alike. Budget hotels in Amsterdam don’t seem too flashy and favourable, considering that their larger counterparts are abundantly dominated by more luxurious establishments. Most of the population also prefer to receive a satisfactory vacation service, hence their willingness to shell out a higher monetary allowance for the travel budget. Also, budget hotel rooms are less spacious and have some steep stairs to challenge the less mobile.
Among the many budget hotels in Amsterdam, the Hotel des Arts is one of the oldest townhouses. It is not equipped with elevators, but it has a total of 18 rooms, some with views of the city center. This hotel is managed by a family and their hospitality has served to please the clients of their establishment. Its location in the bustling point of the old town is only a 10-minute walk from the central station.
Then there is the Bicycle Hotel, a very fun but reasonably priced hotel. The name explains its practicality, without further inconvenience, together with the bicycle rental service for the short journey of clients through the city center. With just 16 rooms, some of the cheapest rooms share showers and toilets in the main hall in line with their below-lowest market rates. Despite being a budget hotel, Bicycle Hotel maintains a rich hospitality for its customers and never neglects the much appreciated matter of cleanliness and hygiene.
There are other larger budget hotels in Amsterdam. The Hotel Eden, with up to 218 rooms, is a three-star hotel located in a strategic location on the Amstel river. Although it is not the most convenient hotel for travelers, tourists are attracted by the prices and the value of the decent service. It is quite a popular low cost hotel which is fully air conditioned and has a recently renovated lobby with modern designs.
Uniting three houses, Bellevue Hotel houses 76 rooms. Its location is almost in front of the Central Station despite not being located exactly in the Red Light District. It has the most expensive hotel rate among other budget hotels, but the comfort and charm are definitely worth the extra cost, especially for clients looking for good comfort at average prices. Bellevue Hotel displays a basic interior with modern furnishings, complemented by elegant architectural designs and mood lighting.