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Average rating of Amsterdam: 4.8 out of 5 based on 3008 reviews.
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If we have to choose a houseboat capital of the world, it would definitely be Amsterdam. There's no place on earth with a higher density and a broader variety of floating homes than Amsterdam. A significant number of locals enjoy living in these ships, barges, and floating luxury villas, and we're glad to say that a lot of houseboat owners decided to share their place with you on Bookahouseboat.com. Apartments, hostels, and hotels are extremely boring, so do something different and book a houseboat! An experience you truly won't regret.
Why book with us?
Amsterdam, the capital of The Netherlands, has something to offer for everyone who loves the good life, culture, and pure joy. The city itself is a first-class attraction, with its beautiful 16th-century houses, red-light district, canals, and lovely parks to wander around. And of course, it has famous museums where you can see the works of the great painters such as Van Gogh, Rubens, and Rembrandt. Whatever your interests, staying on a houseboat is a great choice for every guest of this unique city.
A houseboat holiday in Amsterdam is not complete without a Canal Cruise. Book now with one of our preferred partners and you will enjoy an unforgettable experience. You will see the city with the best view possible: from the water, with ever-changing scenes passing by. Prefer to stay on land? Make sure to book a guided tour or rent a bike to discover this great city. We have a fine selection of preferred partners when it comes to bike rentals and guided tours and Amsterdam fishing guides and tackle shops. And now let's have a look at the superb houseboats that are for rent, and their characteristics.
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The most genuine houseboat hire experience is to stay on a traditional freight ship or sailing ship. These steel vessels are up to 40 meters in length and offer a genuine maritime feeling. These ships have been refurbished with the sole purpose of housing people, although some of them still have their engine. However, in Amsterdam, you won't be able to take a tour with these boats since they are all moored to the shore. But just watching other boats, ducks, swans, and geese passing by makes you feel like a real boatsman as soon as you get on board. A great short-stay vacation rental!
Another popular houseboat type is the concrete barge with a wooden frame house on top. If you're looking for a short-stay houseboat hire with large windows and lots of light, this is definitely your best choice. These floating homes are solely built to house people on the water, so no compromises have been made and every square meter is designed to give as much comfort as possible. Most of these square barges are relatively young and offer a high level of comfort, such as floor heating, modern kitchens, and a luxury bathroom. But what about the nautical feeling of such a concrete barge? A good question, and we're glad to say that the experience is yet different than on a real ship, but you'll absolutely love it. Not in the least because you'll be even closer to the water than on a traditional ship because the windows are usually just above water level. This enables you to enjoy the water even more!
Ok, I'm convinced that a houseboat is the place to be when visiting Amsterdam, but what's the best location? Well, that depends entirely on your own preferences. You will find houseboats for your vacation rental on almost every canal and every harbor in the city. Of course, the city center is very popular since you're as close to the 'buzz' as possible, but if you prefer a more quiet place you might consider a different area. In 'Oud West' (Old West) you'll find lovely houseboats at walking distance of the Jordaan area, yet just far enough from the tourist masses to have a great night rest. And of course, there's the harbor area called the Eastern Docks with its own atmosphere. This area is much more open than the rest of Amsterdam and it offers wide views over the water. And with the tram, or a bike at hand, the city center is never far away. So wherever you decide to go on vacation, skip the hotel! As we're sure you'll have a great time on one of the many (luxury) houseboat rentals in Amsterdam that we offer on Bookahouseboat.com!
Some comforting news. According to the Economist's 2019 safe cities index ranking, Amsterdam is the safest city in Europe! And the fourth safest city worldwide. It got an overall score of 88 out of 100 and scored very well on infrastructure security (92), personal security (89.4), digital security (89), and health security scored 81.6 out of 100. So feel safe, at ease, and at home in the country's capital. Yet another great reason to visit Amsterdam.
If you're planning to move to this nice city, we have a great selection of long-term houseboat rentals in Amsterdam. Experience what it's really like to live on a houseboat - just like the locals. According to Steve Jobs or Richard Branson, living on a houseboat was one of the most inspiring things they ever experienced. We don't say that you will become a second Steve Jobs or Richard, but we can promise that living on a floating home in Amsterdam is a life-changing experience for sure! We also offer such long-term lettings, so check them out!
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