Cocomama played a key part in the great memories I have from Amsterdam. It's a small, intimate…read morehostel, where you can chat with the super friendly staff or the equally friendly guests. Events are organised daily (from family dinner to sex show night), so even you shy people can mingle. The common area is cozy like someone's living room, and the kitchen is fully equipped (free pasta and rice is provided!) The dorms are cozy, clean, with ensuite bathroom and a big locker per bed where you can fit in your suitcase (bring your own padlock or rent it). Beds are super comfy and each one has a mini locker by their side. And even though there's a tram right out of the door, don't worry about transportation: you can rent an ad-free bike for just 5 euros a day, so you can look like a true Amsterdamer. And let's face it, there's no better way to navigate the city than on your own bike.

I've been to Amsterdam many times this year and each time I come here, I try to stay at a different…read morelocation just to understand the city better. On this visit, I chose Cocomama for part of the trip. Cocomama is close to Fredericksplein, which is the main artery for some hip places you'll want to go. It is near the city centre, but not too close, otherwise it gets tacky. The ladies at the front desk are friendly and helpful. They give you a full tour of the hostel, which was once a brothel. Just my luck... In the basement, there is a nice lounge area with shared kitchen and dining space. Lots of lovely couches to fall asleep on and a beautiful cat to keep you company. There is also a garden and you can go out there from 9AM - 9PM, only cigarette smoking allowed. Tons of books, movies to keep you entertained. You can also play old-school Nintendo. Wow brings back memories. They will also do your laundry for €6. If you don't have a tablet or computer, they can loan you one. Good wifi throughout the hostel. If you arrive before check-in time, you can leave your bag and check-in later, the front desk open 9AM - 9PM. I stayed in a 4 bed coed room aptly named, "The Brothel Room." Beds are comfy and also there are lockers in the room if you need to lock up something. The bathroom is in the room, so not as big of a hassle to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night. My only gripe is that they don't serve breakfast. It is probably one of the only places I've stayed at in Amsterdam that doesn't have breakfast. Bummer...

One of the best hostels I ever stayed in …read more Upon arriving , the staff is very friendly , and the draft beer special is worth every Euro !! Dorm rooms are clean enough , lol But you might hear people having sex , but so what , it's a hostel. Every night people gather and chill together, it's just a wonderful place to meet people .

If you are debating on where to stay in Amsterdam during your stay, you need to end that debate…read moreright now. This location is right in the heart of all the action, and every major spot to hit within the city is within walking distance or a quick tram ride away. I had never stayed in a hostel before, so I was a bit nervous based on stories from friends in other crowded cities. The check-in process was very easy. I booked through hostelworld and they just needed a passport to verify, then gave me the entrance key, house rules, and directions to my room. I stayed in a co-ed room with about 20 other people. Each bed was in bunk form with clean sheets and pillows with plenty of secure space to keep luggage underneath and an outlet to charge devices on the wall. The showers were clean and I felt like I had privacy while changing as well. The atmosphere at night was awesome. During my first night, I met four people each from a different area of the United States/England and we ended up bar hopping together. What an experience that was! The nightly rates are only a few more bucks than other similar ones, but I can assure you that they do not have the energy like the downtown Flying Pig does!

Super cool hostel concept! I booked City Hub for one night through Airbnb because it looked so much…read morebetter than the other hostels. Check-in was super easy on the machines and the people at the front desk were really nice and helpful. They even have portable Wifi for you to use in case you don't have international data. I picked a bottom bunk and the lights and speaker system were so unique. You can change them through the City Hub app. The place was pretty clean. Bathrooms were clean with multiple stalls and nicely decorated. The side of the bed was slightly dusty, though. They also have a vending machine in case you forgot anything like toiletries or flip flops. But I couldn't figure out how to purchase the items using the wrist band. Overall, I'd definitely stay here again if I was looking for a cheap place to stay in Amsterdam.

Best part was the friendly staff and cheap and convenient bike rentals!…read more We arrived around noon, and stored our luggage in lockers (complimentary). Key = wristband, which also served as payment for drinks/coffees in the common area. Also gives you access to the living area and your room (very secure). We came back at check-in time after a stroll. Host is available to answer questions (one was there pretty much at all hours), but easy self-check in. Great for local recs/activities. Dyson hair dryers for use in the shower room. Plenty of showers (7-8??). Nice Rituals shampoo + body wash. One shower did flood a little, so keep that in mind. Can change out towels as needed from a file cabinet in the common area; I shared a room with my friend, so grabbed an extra comforter as well- both items included! Pod living was similar to that of Japan, limited but adequate space. Common area available if you needed more room, place to work, etc. It felt a bit cramped for two people, but was fine overall. Bonus : resident black cat (needs occasional assistance exiting and entering the hostel).

We stayed at volkshotel for 3 nights during our stay in Amsterdam. The location was great, just a…read moreuber ride away from all the main spots. There is a supermarket nearby too. The hotel is very bougie and edgy. They have a cafe downstairs where a lot of people work from. They have grey offer and breakfast items. At night, the cafe turns into a resto/bar. They have a nightclub downstairs so you don't even have to leave your hotel if you are in the mood to party. The rooms were a bit smaller in my opinion and the bathroom had all glass. Something to kite if you are traveling with friends and value your privacy. Otherwise, we liked our stay overall and would definitely choose this hotel again. The prices were reasonable even though we booked last minute. This hotel is super popular btw, so you will always see a good crowd at the bar and the nightclub downstairs.

The staff here were incredibly kind, going out of their way to help us and maximize enjoyment of…read moreour trip. Rooms were impeccable and cool, there were great events at the hotel and even when I wasn't staying there I came back to hang out at the bar.

Amazing place! Worth every penny and more! Clean, modern,…read morehair dryer, towel, bath mat and toiletries included. Staff very helpful and attentive. Lounge is a great place to hang out or just enjoy a drink or a cup of coffee and meet other travelers. Bar can add better selection of drinks and food. But would love for this hostel to expand to other countries

Rooms were very clean and they include hand soap by the sinks and body soap in the shower. The…read moreonly downfalls for this hostel is that you have to pay for extra amenities including your bed sheets. Also, this hostel has college kids screaming in the halls at 3am for hours so that made for one of the two nights of no sleep at all. This hostel is a good low price but is not centrally located to the main attractions in Amsterdam. It is about a 15-minute Metro ride to Central Station which is a main transfer point.

Went a couple times to the cafe....really doesn't look like a typical hostel but more like a…read moreboutique hotel! The staff were friendly and the food/coffee was good. Also based on a really nice street.

I flew into Rotterdam to save costs on traveling to the Netherlands. I really wish Amsterdam had a…read moreplace like this because King Kong is an excellent hostel. They have a place to work if need be, and a variety of sleeping option. I stayed in the mini loft with a friend. Very comfortable and clean. The prices are extremely reasonable, I think I paid about €20/ night. My friend and I had such a great stay that we actually re-routed our trip back to Rotterdam for another night. Breakfast was simple, but high quality and they also rent bikes for a very reasonable rate. The only downside (which was only half a bad) was that at night I discovered have some very tasty, and slightly expensive, deserts for sale. That said, I only regret that part because of my abnormally high cravings for food during my stay at King Kong.

Stayed in this hostel a few weeks ago with my classmates on a school trip. All of the employees of…read morethe hostel were absolutely amazing and so kind and generous. The atmosphere of the hostel is so relaxing and inviting and the fresh lilacs made everything smell fantastic. Every morning we had a breakfast prepared by the staff and there was an option to have fresh eggs that were absolutely delicious. One complaint, or rather a warning: there's a man who lives above the bar across the street (lovely little local bar, by the way) who kind of just...hates people. He yelled and swore at my friends and I for simply being outside at any time of day, and at one point, he actually dumped a bucket of water out his window onto my friends. I hope this man receives the help he needs but he is extremely rude and bad for business.

This is the chic-est hostels I've ever stayed at. It's…read moresuper clean, the decor is hipster brooklyn-esque, and reception is super helpful and nice. The hostel itself is located in Haarlem and is a 2 stop 20 min train ride from the Amsterdam Central station. Haarlem is a great place to stay and has tons to do and see if you just want to have a relaxing day in Haarlem instead of going into Amsterdam. The room I stayed in was for 14 people and had 2 shower, and a separate toilet for everyone to use. There are bike rental available if you want to cycle around town like the natives & even had a musician come in to entertain the guests once a week. I would definitely stay there again and recommend it to everyone if you want to have a comfortable stay at a hostel.

Lucky Lake is Amsterdam's only caravan-style hostel. It is everything that #goals is made of. It's…read morean actual Instagram post waiting to happen. The hostel is located just beyond Amsterdam's city limits (about 25 minutes away from central station) and is well connected with the best free shuttle service ever. The distance may worry you at first, but the magic of Lucky Lake will touch your spirit in a unmatched way. It's quite possibly the best hostel experience I've ever had. Here's the deal: LL is made up of 30-something caravans, cabins and dorms. Breakfast is served on an old yellow school bus and if that doesn't make you want to stay, nothing will. It's genius. We stayed in a yellow caravan and I will never forget it. It was so cute, homey and decked out in vintage decor. It looks like they hired Baddy Winkle to decorate and I say that in the most flattering way possible. Basically, get ready to have a photoshoot, we did. Instagram vanity aside, the staff at Lucky Lake is incredible. Getting to know them all over the course of a weekend, seriously felt like a lifetime. We left with genuine laughs, conversations and the best memories to date. From a smooth check-in at reception, ordering toasties (grilled cheese) at 11 PM to shuttle rides, every second felt oddly familiar. Getting to Lucky Lake: Don't let the distance scare you. Amsterdam's transportation system is very reliable. We felt well connected to the city center and had no trouble getting from the hostel to the city for attractions like visiting the Anne Frank House. The best part is that Lucky Lake has free shuttle that will take you a 10 minute ride away to 'Amsterdam Holendrecht' station where you can get a direct train to 'Amsterdam Centraal' station (plus many others). I highly recommend buying a metro card because they are based on time instead of distance. So we picked up a 72 hour metro card for only 17 Euros and could ride an unlimited amount of times within those 72 hours. #Blessed. I know what you're thinking, can I smoke at Lucky Lake? Of course you can. this is Amsterdam we're talking about. You can smoke everywhere in the common areas, other than within your caravan, cabin or dorm. There's also the Lucky Lounge, which is a great place to relax, but it also doubles a smoking room. Smoke in the hammocks, smoke at breakfast, smoke by the lake (a 5 min walk)- do you. What to do at Lucky Lake: I'll be honest. When you're planning your trip, you will think about spending most of your time in the city center but you'll actually end up spending a decent amount of time at the hostel. To occupy your time, you can head to the lake (the weather wasn't in our favor on this trip) for kayaking, biking, paddle boarding and swimming. Grab a beer from reception and head to a bonfire island party or pull out your fishing rods by the water. Frankly, Lucky Lake has enough to be a vacation in and of itself, so it is truly what you make it. Eating at Lucky Lake: Breakfast is free and goes until 11:30 AM for all you stoner kids. There's a choice of either eggs or pancakes on alternating days, bread, fruit and juice. It's simple and saves you a ton of money. Rent a bike for just 1.50 euros per hour and take a bike ride (15 minutes) to the nearest grocery store if you want to cook a few meals in the outdoor kitchen. Or be like us and never cook, yet eat 2 toasties per day (get the sweet chili dipping sauce and thank me later) for only 1.50 euro. Crazy. Simply put, Lucky Lake felt like home. If you want to have a unique experience in Amsterdam, you have to stay here. Plus, you'll look cute in all your grams'. Seriously, there's not one bad thing to say about this place. Keep in mind that you're sleeping outside, so there will be a few bugs in the room, but the linens and space are as clean as a whistle. I seriously want to work here- it's magical. #YouMeTravel

We absolutely loved our time here. It is a little outside of the busy city by a beautiful lake. All…read morethe workers are very nice and helpful. The bathrooms and showers were very clean. From the city center you home on the metro and meet their shuttle at the Holendrect station. We used the metro often, so we booked day passes for very cheap. We meet people from all over the world and had a fantastic time!

It was cheap, and convenient. For $20 a night, I don't think I can complain too much, but even for…read more$20 a night I expect a little bit more security (no storage lockers of any kind) and cleanliness (visible dirt in bathrooms and on floors). The location was fantastic, however, and the free internet was a life-saver. I probably wouldn't stay here again, given the option, but it made for some good stories and none of my stuff was stolen and I didn't die staying there by myself, a solo female traveler. So, meh.

Pretty awful experience here. This place is cheap and dingy. My friend had booked this hostel…read morethrough Booking.com, where it was advertised as having flexible cancellation; that's one of the reasons she picked the spot. Well she tried to cancel (family issues), at which point the owners put a hold on her credit card. I guess someplace in Sapharti's fine print there is conflicting info saying you can't cancel a reservation. They need to sort this out with their online booking partners. Bad advertising and bad business practice. Well, then when she got to the hostel (I arrived later), they didn't have our beds ready on time, she had to wait in the kitchen/dining area (THERE IS NO COMMON SPACE HERE OTHER THAN THE KITCHEN), and they forgot about her! Haha. Luckily by that time I showed up, and we got our beds. We went out, came back to the room, and someone had put their luggage on my friend's bed. The owner of the luggage returns and explains that she had put the luggage there because no one had made her bed/changed the sheets. We go to the guy at the front desk to ask him to put clean sheets on this girl's bed, and he proceeds to turn on the lights in the dorm (everyone is sleeping), and YELL at my friend! We were just trying to get this guy to do HIS JOB! Horrible customer service. Oh the breakfast sucks too. I'd never stay here again.

What a dump! It was one of the worse experiences I have had…read morewith a hostel. I booked it thinking that being an all women everyone would be nice!.. big mistake from the receptionist and the assistant manager everyone was horrible. Unable to provide directions, place is in a shopping center, scary place full of street people asking you for money, area is not well lit and the only light is right in front of the room I was assigned to so all night that light lites up the room. The bar right next to it keeps you awake with drunk people discussions and conversation. I had booked for 2 night but was out of there after the first night, the assistant manager got nasty very argumentative about the things got handle with my reservation. Not worth it. A&O Hostel is only a few minutes away, clean, modern, more perks, toiletries and towel included,nice staff and so much more worth it!!!

I found this hostel using another website (sorry Yelp, I was cheating on you). I appreciated that…read morethis was an all-female hostel. Now, come on, yes, I love boys, but the honest truth is, they are dirty. And if it isn't a boy I like or love, I am not sure I want to deal with their funkiness just for a few nights when passing through a city. This hostel is clean and very cute. Very girly, lots of pink all around. There is a cool lounge area where you can read, use your comp, lounge and meet other interesting travelers. The girl at the front desk was super nice even though it was crazy busy. She was trying to check a bunch of people in and answer the phone also. I booked for a 4-bed room, but apparently, they overbooked and she only had an 8-bed room for me. I said ok, wasn't a big deal. She also discounted my stay and gave me free breakfast in the morning (normally it is 5 euros). They have a kitchen, so you can store your food and cook. Also, a nice library full of interesting books. Bathrooms are clean and there are many, so no waiting in the morning. I really liked this hostel and when I come thru Amsterdam again, I would consider staying here. But the only problem is it is a bit out of Central Amsterdam. It is easily accessible by train, but still a bit of a pain to get to when it is late at night, so that's why the 4 stars.