Roemer Visscherstraat 1,
Amsterdam,
Netherlands,
North Holland
Rooms with Essentials
Rooms include a private bathroom with shower or bath, toilet, hairdryer, television, and a small safe. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Some rooms have 2 single beds and a bunk bed. Rooms measure 12 square meters and cannot accommodate extra beds or baby cots.
Lobby and Garden Access
Guests can use a PC with internet in the lobby at no cost. The hotel has a garden with terrace and a small lounge bar for relaxing.
Museum Quarter Location
The Owl Hotel is in Oud-West, on a quiet street near Vondelpark. It is a 5-minute walk from the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Concertgebouw. Leidseplein, with restaurants like Tony's Pizza and The Coffee Bean, and venues like Melkweg and Paradiso, is also within walking distance.
Transport and Airport Access
From Amsterdam Central Station, take tram 2, 11, or 12. Bus 397 runs directly from Schiphol Airport to Leidseplein every 12 minutes; the trip takes 35 minutes and costs €6.50. The nearest parking is at P+R Olympisch Stadion.
24-Hour Reception Service
The reception is open 24 hours and can assist with local recommendations. Safety features include a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, security system, first aid kit, and window guards.
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Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
EUR 54 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Services
Housekeeping
Car hire
Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
Patio
Garden furniture
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Roemer Visscherstraat 1,
Amsterdam,
Netherlands,
North Holland
Map view
Roemer Visscherstraat 1,
Amsterdam,
Netherlands,
North Holland
City landmarks
Museum
Van Gogh Museum
2500 ft
Museum
Rijksmuseum
2900 ft
Art object
Anne Frank House
1.1
mi
Landmark
Red Light District
1.5
mi
Museum
Madame Tussauds Amsterdam
1.3
mi
Museum
Amsterdam Vodka Museum
1.0
mi
Church
Westerkerk
1.1
mi
Zoo
Artis
1.6
mi
Landmark
Thorbecke statue
4100 ft
Museum
Moco Museum
2600 ft
Landmark
Begijn
1.1
mi
Event hall
The Concertgebouw
3000 ft
Museum
Houseboat Museum
4300 ft
Landmark
The Jordaan
1.2
mi
Square
Rembrandtplein
1.2
mi
Museum
Torture Museum
4900 ft
Museum
Dutch Resistance Museum
1.5
mi
Museum
Our Lord in the Attic Museum
1.3
mi
Landmark
The Biblical Museum
4200 ft
Museum
Museum Van Loon
1.0
mi
Museum
Willet-Holthuysen Museum
1.3
mi
Museum
Museum Het Rembrandthuis
1.5
mi
Museum
Hermitage Amsterdam
1.5
mi
Museum
Foam
1.0
mi
Landmark
Museum of Bags and Purses
1.2
mi
Museum
The Cat Cabinet
1.0
mi
Landmark
Mint Tower
1.0
mi
Landmark
the Amsterdam Dungeon
1.2
mi
Nearby
Park
Vondelpark
1500 ft
Museum
Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
2000 ft
Restaurants
Bagels & Beans
1800 ft
Ferdinand Bolstraat 70
Hap Hmm
1800 ft
Eerste Helmersstraat 33 1054CZ Amsterdam oud-west
Wok to Walk
3200 ft
Leidsestraat 96
Domino's Pizza Overtoom
1400 ft
Overtoom 71
Fifty
1200 ft
Overtoom 85 1054 HC
Ritos Amsterdam
1200 ft
1e Constantijn Huygenstraat 69
Satellite Sports Cafe
3200 ft
Leidseplein 11
Bakkerrij Simon Meijssen
700 ft
Van Baerlesraat 23
Take a Wok
1400 ft
Overtoom 97
Cafe Helmers
1400 ft
Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 59
Miriam Grillroom-Shoarma
1400 ft
Overtoom 99
Thai Khorat
1500 ft
2e C Huygensstr 64
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 10 reviews
0.8
0.8/10 based on 2000 reviews
Keith
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.0/10
The hotel isn't quite what we expected from the pictures online, needing some updates, and the small rooms didn't leave much space for our luggage. However, the location is great, away from the noisy center, making it easy to reach central parts of Amsterdam. The dining experience was average, with limited choice every day. Despite these downsides, the service was delightful and always friendly and helpful.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were nothing like the pictures we saw online, needing updating and felt small with minimal space for luggage.
Service
9.0
The service was delightful, always friendly and helpful.
Location
8.0
The location was good, not far from the tram and away from the Main Street, making it easy to reach central parts of Amsterdam.
Dining
5.0
The dining was very basic with limited choices, offering continental options only.
Facilities
Richard
United States,
April
2024
8.6/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and cozy, perfect for solo travelers who just need a comfortable place to rest. The staff was incredibly friendly and beyond helpful. The location was convenient, allowing easy access to the city center and popular attractions. The dining was simple but satisfying, providing a good start to the day. A few areas might need some renewal, but overall a great value for the experience.
Rooms
8.0
My room had a small portable fan that was a lifesaver during my stay. It was clean, quiet, and just the right size for a solo traveler like me.
Service
9.0
The staff went out of their way to assist me in getting oriented to Amsterdam and suggesting fantastic activities and sites to visit. They were exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable, making my stay even more enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great, close to popular places like Vondelpark and Rijksmuseum. It was easy to reach the city center via public transport, making exploring the city a breeze.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was simple but good, with a nice little breakfast room and outdoor patio. The Welsh pastry was a delightful treat to start my day.
Facilities
The facilities were all I needed for a comfortable stay. Everything was well-maintained and functional, providing a pleasant experience.
Dominic
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.0/10
The hotel is ideally situated, within walking distance of Amsterdam's museum district, scenic canals, and Vondelpark. The rooms, though cozy and warm, could use a bit of updating in terms of decoration. The service was consistently friendly and helpful, exceeding expectations. Dining was convenient, with tasty options available, but some felt it was a bit expensive. Overall, a great location with some room for minor improvements.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were cozy and warm but could benefit from a decorative update. No bad experiences despite being a bit small.
Service
9.0
The service was uniformly kind, gentle, and caring, going beyond typical hotel staff expectations.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally located near Amsterdam's museum district, canals, and Vondelpark, making it convenient for exploring the city on foot.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was overall good, although some felt it was a tad expensive for the offerings.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities offered at the hotel were functional and sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Bob
United States,
March
2024
7.6/10
The hotel is in a lovely location, close to attractions but still quiet, offering clean and comfortable rooms with typical Dutch amenities. The service was good, but a missed opportunity during a rainy departure. Dining options were basic but satisfying, overshadowed by the lack of menu variety for specific dietary needs.
Rooms
7.0
Rooms are small yet clean, quiet, and comfortable with convenient amenities for a short stay.
Service
8.0
The service was generally hospitable, with a prime location and accommodating staff, but a little disappointing on a rainy departure.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a very good location, close to public transport and the museum district, offering quiet surroundings yet easy access to key attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory, with basic but tasty options, although limited for guests with specific dietary requirements.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were decently satisfying, providing essential services for a comfortable stay.
Godfrey
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.4/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the rooms were cramped and had temperature issues, they provided all the necessary amenities. The service was friendly and helpful, although they couldn't accommodate a specific request. The location was convenient, close to key attractions, but lacking some character. The dining options were limited, but the staff were welcoming. Overall, the facilities were sufficient but unremarkable.
Rooms
7.0
The room was very small with almost no space to put luggage. It had everything needed but was too hot on some nights and too cold when the window was opened.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and prompt, although they couldn't provide a smaller pillow as requested. Michelle was particularly helpful in providing valuable advice on getting around.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent for me, close to Leidseplein station and major museums. However, it lacked the charm of being in the town center.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was pretty basic with limited choices, but the staff was friendly and welcoming.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were sufficient but nothing extraordinary.
Anthony
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms, very helpful and friendly staff, and a fantastic location close to many attractions. The dining experience was a bit lacking, but overall, it was a great value for the price paid.
Rooms
8.0
My room on the second floor was neat and had all the necessities. It was small but cozy.
Service
9.0
The staff were very helpful and friendly, with great suggestions for places to visit around the area. They were pleasant and accommodating, although they couldn't provide a smaller pillow when I requested one.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was fantastic for exploring the city, especially with a large park behind it and main roads leading to the center of Amsterdam in front. It was convenient for getting around by bus or on foot.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were very poor and overpriced at 11 euros. I booked through an online site without breakfast, which was disappointing considering the good quality of the hotel.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good facilities, although the dining options were not up to par.
Ken
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.8/10
The hotel rooms are tiny, perfect for solo travelers who just need a place to sleep but may get noisy due to the adjacent building. The service is extremely kind and helpful, offering advice for a great Amsterdam trip. The location couldn't be better, with close proximity to top attractions like the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh museum. The dining is adequate and consistent but may not offer much variety. Overall, a good choice for those looking for a simple, budget-friendly stay in a prime Amsterdam location.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are tiny, perfect for solo travelers.
Service
9.0
The service was extraordinary kind and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel is fantastically located near key Amsterdam attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining was adequate if consistent.
Facilities
Basic facilities are available at the hotel.
Peter
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.2/10
The hotel is in a great location, close to busy Leidseplein center with many dining options. The rooms were small but entirely adequate, and the staff was hospitable and friendly. The ribs at the dining were quite good, and the facilities were modern and convenient.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small but entirely adequate.
Service
8.0
The staff was hospitable and friendly.
Location
9.0
The hotel is close to the busy Leidseplein center with many dining options.
Dining
8.0
The ribs in the dining area were quite good.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were modern and convenient.
James
United States,
August
2023
7.2/10
The hotel was smaller than expected but comfortable, with some issues like dark, overheated rooms and squeaky floors. The service was very helpful and knowledgeable, but not consistently friendly. The location was convenient for accessing public transport and felt safe. The dining experience was in a beautiful setting, quiet, and pleasant. Overall, it was a mixed experience.
Rooms
6.0
My room was smaller than expected but surprisingly comfortable despite being dark and overheated with squeaky floors.
Service
7.0
The staff was very helpful, knowledgeable, and multilingual, assisting with various needs, but their friendliness was inconsistent.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient for accessing public transport, felt safe, and had good dining options nearby.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was in a beautiful and quiet setting with friendly staff, providing a pleasant atmosphere.
Facilities
7.0
Edward
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is situated in a nice, quiet neighborhood, making it a good choice to stay. The rooms are on the smaller side, with very old furniture but manageable for my three-night stay. The staff were genuinely welcoming and friendly; however, the dining options were pretty standard with limited variety. The location is fantastic, close to Vondelpark and within easy reach of the city center. Wi-Fi is not included and needs to be paid for separately.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were on the smaller side but manageable for my stay.
Service
9.0
The staff were genuinely welcoming and friendly.
Location
8.0
The hotel is situated in a nice, quiet neighborhood, a good choice to stay.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were pretty standard with limited variety.
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