Amsterdam Hostels

Amsterdam Hostels

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Amsterdam is the biggest city in the Netherlands. A picturesque city filled with rich history and serene waterways, it attracts visitors for its vibrant night life and abundance of outdoor activities like walking, hiking and biking. Many of Amsterdam's hotels are expensive. However, its hostels can be significantly cheaper and are often located near popular attractions and landmarks. Discover some of Amsterdam's hostels for more budget-friendly accommodations, as well as an opportunity to meet other travelers.

Flying Pig Uptown

The Flying Pig Uptown hostel is in downtown Amsterdam next to the popular Leidseplein party district. Guests can choose either a dorm room or a private room, with beds coming in single or queen sizes. Free lockers and luggage storage are available, as well as complimentary wireless and wired Internet and free buffet-styled breakfast. Guests must be between the ages of 18 and 40 years of age.
Flying Pig Uptown
Vossiusstraat 46
1071 AJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
+31 020 428 4934
flyingpig.nl

Hostel Cosmos Amsterdam BV

Located just four minutes' walking distance from the Amsterdam Central Station, the Amsterdam Hostel Cosmos is close to all of the city's attractions, including the infamous Red Light district. All guests receive a free breakfast, a free walking tour of the city and 24-hour security. The common room features TV and movies, as well as computers with Internet access.
Hostel Cosmos Amsterdam BV
Nieuwe Nieuwstraat 17-1hg
1012 NG Amsterdam, Netherlands
+31 020 625 2438
hostelcosmos.com

Hotel Orfeo

Founded in 1969, the landmark Hotel Orfeo is part hostel and part hotel. Like most hostels, it includes a kitchen for meal preparations as well as a free breakfast. Rooms are small, but are some of the cheapest in the city, and the hostel is near attractions such as Anne Frank's house.
Hotel Orfeo
Leidsekruisstraat 14
1017 RH Amsterdam, Netherlands
+31 020 623 1347
hotelorfeo.com

Aivengo Youth Hostel

Located near the Red Light district, this youth hostel attracts a younger crowd with some guests being as young as 16. The common room includes amenities such as Internet, while the shower and bathroom areas include free bath products. One of the city's newer hostels, all the rooms are tastefully decorated with ambient lighting and subdued paint hues. Additional services include no curfew with check-in around the clock, as well as free security lockers.
Aivengo Youth Hostel
Spuistraat 6
1012 TS Amsterdam, Netherlands
+31 020 421 3670‎
aivengoyouthhostel.com

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