Reviews of Amsterdam Canal Guest Apartment
Zwanenburgwal 296, Amsterdam City Centre, 1011 JH Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThere was no breakfast, but we were aware of that prior to booking. It was a self-contained apartment. Central to the Museum District. Easy to get around.
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Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation was amazing - very central & all walkable. Great coffee machine & greatly appreciated the wine on arrival.
A hand rail to get up/down the narrow stairs. Height of the bath to get in/out of TV on a low unit - maybe mounted on a wall for easier viewing Provided hotplates but no cookware to have ability to use. Perhaps provide a hand towel for bathroom & additional tea towel
Thanks for your review. As I informed just after your booking my guest apt has a small kitchenette for making coffee and tea and micro wave for warming up ready-to-eat food (but not for cooking or baking because the city government doesn’t allow B&B’s to offer this facility. Extra (tea-)towels are available upon request.
Thanks for your review. As I informed just after your booking my guest apt has a small kitchenette for making coffee and tea and micro wave for warming up ready-to-eat food (but not for cooking or baking because the city government doesn’t … Show more
Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewwe truly loved how quiet the neighborhood is. it was also close to everything.
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Reviewed: 30 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewLocation, location, location. Also very clean unit, comfortable bed, and good coffee.
Reviewed: 23 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewClose to everything. 30 minute walk or less by tram/metro/train to Central, Rijks, anywhere "center city". Clean apartment with everything a couple needs. Close to Albert Heijne store to buy groceries.
Loved everything. Even the entry steps weren't as bad as I thought they might be.
Reviewed: 13 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewLocation was exceptional, Lovely bench over looking the Amstel river right at your door step! Host was Absolutely brilliant and gave us an extensive guide on the local area. Apartment had anything you could think of needing as well as a bottle of wine left for us in the fridge! Will definitely be booking again when we return to Amsterdam!
Reviewed: 5 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewGood size room. Great location. Lots of storage for suitcases.
The stairs are rather steep. Carting a suitcase up and down was not easy, thankfully there’s only a few.
Thanks for your positive review (giving the highest rates on all 6 basic categories). Like all other guests you've been informed that my guest apartment can only be reached by a steep short stairway, which is part of the typical Amsterdam charm of this historical canal house. Unfortunately, this stairway makes access difficult for physically challenged guests. If you have any questions please feel free to ask. So I question for what reason your ranking is lowered down from 10 to 8.
Thanks for your positive review (giving the highest rates on all 6 basic categories). Like all other guests you've been informed that my guest apartment can only be reached by a steep short stairway, which is part of the typical Amsterd… Show more
Reviewed: 28 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewThe location is amazing, 5 mins walk to Rembrandtpl or Waterloopl, metro, tram, supermarkets and bars, cafes and shops on the streets nearby. Facing the Amstel, the apartment is located in an island of tranquility overlooking the hussle and bussle of the city. You are in the heart of the city but away but away from the crazyness, you can take a coffee to the bench and watch the city wake in the morning. You can walk almost everywhere in the city centre in 20-30 mins. The apartment is perfectly sized, spacious for this city, with quality furnishings and all the amenities you will need for week's stay. the bed is comfy, plenty of space to unpack your things and a small kitchenette to prepare meals. There isn't a stove due to fire regs, but I was still able to eat many meals in the apartment. Tastefully designed with a view into the river. The apartment is impeccably clean and organised, it makes staying here really easy. The host, Guido, was professional, friendly and flexible in his communication, you can feel the pride he has in his apartment and his joy in enabling visitors to experiance a slice of it. Guido lives upstairs and was available to welcome me and to say goodbye, we had a great chat and he was meticulous in explaining how to get the best out of my stay. Otherwise I didn't see Guido, so I still had my privacy and independence. I consider myself lucky to have found this place and to have stayed there. I have stayed in many hotels and apartments in Amsterdam, and I would definitely stay here again if it was available. If it is available for your dates, I advise you to book it before it goes.
I bought a 5 days travel pass, but the location is so good I hardly used it. Sad to leave
Reviewed: 28 October 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewA house designed to touch the human soul at every point, like the city of Amsterdam.. I will never forget the view of the canal from the charming bench in front of the house as long as I live. Thank you Guido!!
You're very welcome to stay again! Guido
Reviewed: 18 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewGuido was an amazing host and nothing was to much effort for him
There was no negative
Reviewed: 22 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewQuiet, functional, clean, location, location, location, away from tourist crowds but also near if you seek that
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Reviewed: 10 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewThe location was superb, walking distance to everything. The apartment was clean and perfectly suited all our needs. The host, Guido was so thoughtful and kind providing recommedations. This exceeded all our expectations. We highly recommend.
Reviewed: 21 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
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The steps to the apartment is a bit difficult for older visitors. Has to be v careful or you might bump your head.
Reviewed: 22 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe location was really good and Guido the owner was lovely. Being right on the canal was a bonus too
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Reviewed: 24 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThe location was absolutely perfect and within walking distance of most attractions.
Not being used to it being light until 11pm a block out curtain on the door would’ve been useful for a good sleep.
Reviewed: 19 June 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewOur stay was fantastic. The location is perfect! Appreciate the ample coffee and tea. I recommend this place above others & regret not booking here for my whole stay.
Reviewed: 12 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThe apartment is in a very beautiful part of Amsterdam, right where the river and canal meet, and in easy walking distance to everything. It is a very nice, clean, well set-up apartment. The owner, Guido is very helpful and has thought of everything. Would highly recommend staying there.
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Reviewed: 4 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewGreat apartment with comfortable bed, lots of towels and amenities, excellent shower. Guido is a very thoughtful host. The location is the best - close to everything but still quiet and peaceful
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Reviewed: 21 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewWe liked everything! The place is so clean and has everything that could be needed: from a hairdryer to a selection of teas and a coffee machine. Thanks to Guido for being such an amazing host! Highly recommended.
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Reviewed: 15 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewThe flat is very well located, in a quiet area but close to the centre (2 minutes' walk). It's on the edge of the canal and the view from the street is great. Guido is very friendly and welcomes you in person (or someone he knows).
Reviewed: 13 May 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewLovely quiet location and total privacy, great amenities, and Guido was a wonderful host.
Reviewed: 25 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewLovely little apartment on a quieter street while being a short walk away from quite literally everything. We loved enjoying our morning coffee on the bench out front and watching the boats go by. The service from Guido can not go unsaid, incredibly welcoming; his personal touch is becoming a lost art in this modern world.
Loved everything!
Reviewed: 30 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewThe location was suberb and the facilities exceeded our expectations. The host was caring and made us feel as if we were at home. We just liked everyting about the accommodation!!
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