Nestled near Dam Square, Hotelschip Sarah offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and convenient in-room WiFi. Unwind on the charming terrace or explore nearby Nemo Science Museum while enjoying perks like luggage storage and multilingual staff.
Amsterdam (ZYA-Amsterdam Central Station) - 14 min walk
Rokin Station - 20 min walk
Mr. Visserplein Stop - 9 min walk
Muziekgebouw Bimhuis Stop - 10 min walk
Nieuwmarkt Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
oba cafe - 7 min walk
A Beautiful Mess - 6 min walk
High Garden - 6 min walk
Sea Palace - 7 min walk
Hannekes Boom - 8 min walk
About this property
Hotelschip Sarah
Hotelschip Sarah offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of ARTIS and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Dam Square and Rijksmuseum are within a short drive. Public transportation is just a short walk: Mr. Visserplein Stop is 9 minutes and Muziekgebouw Bimhuis Stop is 10 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 cabins
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
24-hour offsite parking within 1312 ft (EUR 35 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Shared refrigerator
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1927
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Walkway to water
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Handrails in hallways
Hallway handrail height (inches): 31
Handrails in stairways
Stairway handrail height (inches): 77
Front entrance ramp
Magnifying mirror
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Limited housekeeping
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between April 6 and October 15.
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 35 per day (1312 ft away; open 24 hours)
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Also known as
Hotelschip Sarah Houseboat Amsterdam
Hotelschip Sarah Houseboat
Hotelschip Sarah Amsterdam
Hotelschip Sarah Cruise
Hotelschip Sarah Amsterdam
Hotelschip Sarah Cruise Amsterdam
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotelschip Sarah currently open?
The property is closed between April 6 and October 15.
Does Hotelschip Sarah offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotelschip Sarah does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotelschip Sarah?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotelschip Sarah?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotelschip Sarah?
No, this cruise ship doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Hotelschip Sarah like?
Hotelschip Sarah is located on the waterfront in Amsterdam City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Mr. Visserplein Stop and 18 minutes' walk from Dam Square.
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Reviews
Hotelschip Sarah Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
10
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious, with made-to-order eggs and a European-style buffet available 24 hours. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
Simple , but a VERY GOOD experience
Would recommend and stay again
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
Great location, cannot say anything negative about any aspect of the stay.
Highly recommend.
Casey
Casey, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
It was unique being on a boat. Quite compact and fairly basic. Kristoph very helpful good breakfast. Quiet at night
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Romick (spelling??) is a very gracious host. He went out his way to make sure we were comfortable. The location is great. Very near many things to do or you can just sit on the deck and enjoy the lovely view. I wish I had more time to spend. Excellent!!!
Ann
Ann, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2023
The boat is very clean and comfortable
Ellane
Ellane, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 27, 2024
The staff was fantastic! Breakfast was delicious. They even made our eggs to order ☺️. Thankfully there was a couple walking into the hotel when we were trying to check in otherwise we wouldn't have known what to do.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 17, 2025
First time staying on a boat and our host Christophe fud everything possible to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. His accomodating mannerism including for breakfast made the stay 1st class. Found the cabin warm so he set up a fan for us. Thank you Christophe.
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2022
It’s a very unique way to stay in Amsterdam, but we enjoyed it a lot! The staff are lovely and welcoming, as was the breakfast and rooms. The rooms were slightly small - but that’s expected for a boat! It was in a great location, perfect for visiting all the great places in the city.
Summer Cook
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2023
The manager Agnes was brilliant. Very helpful and welcoming. Volunteering assistance and cheerful at every turn.
Maxwell
Maxwell, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2025
The staff & owner lived on the boat which we found made it more like visiting friends than a sterile hotel. Speaking directly to the chief insured your eggs were cooked perfectly. Best eggs ever! Very European breakfast buffet with water, coffee & tea available 24 hours and quaint dinning area making it feel like home.
Rooms are extremely small, on a boat with basic amenities in the rooms. Not for the handicap having steep steps and size. The location was very safe and one block from the Navel Museum, 15+/- walk to the central rail station and 20 minute walk to the #1 voted French fries in Amsterdam store with 24 dipping sauces. We walked everywhere day and night.
Do not know how it works at hotels but we paid extra for the “hotel tax”, was advised at booking, an extra 62 euros at checkout.
Connie
Connie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2026
Personnel très sympathique et respectueux. Le petit déjeuner était délicieux
Alma
Alma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2026
Très bon accueil, des gens professionnels qui connaissent leur métier. Seul petit bémol, le réglage du chauffage, un peu délicat.
Olivier
Olivier, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Das Zimmer war makellos und das Personal sehr freundlich.
Marc
Marc, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
El personal
Irma elida
Irma elida, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2025
Meget rent. Og pænt uden at være prangende. Venligt og hjælpsomt personale. Lækker morgenmad.
Ingrid Buur
Ingrid Buur, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 22, 2022
Det var hyggeligt at sove på båden, og bådens faciliteter var overraskende gode i forhold til, at det netop var en båd.
Troels
Troels, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2022
Overraskende bra på alle måter.
Overrasket over hvor sentralt og stor lugarer med stort flislagt bad på alle lugarer.
Enkel men god frokost og kaffe fri hele døgnet.
Hyggelig betjening så alt var toppers..-))
Alexander
Alexander, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2022
Lekker ontbijten op het dek van het schip! Mooi uitzicht op Amsterdam
Monique
Monique, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2021
Clean, interesting experience. Close to Amsterdam center. Friendly hosts.
Ovidiu
Ovidiu, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2021
Très bien 👍
Dommage que la météo n’était pas au rendez-vous !
Chantal
Chantal, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2021
Good place close to everything :-)
Sinan
Sinan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2021
Next to Nemo… super friendly team.
Chiara
Chiara, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 29, 2020
We enjoyed our stay on this boat. As we own our own boat we completely understand that cabins are smaller than a hotel room; with not much in the way of storage space, but for the amount of time we required a room it was perfect. Staff were helpful and very kind. Breakfast was superb. Everything was within walking distance for the most part and we purchased an IAmsterdam Pass at the tourist office which included public transport so anything further was still easily accessible. Advice to anyone going here is to not let the taxi driver tell you it is not easy for him to access and we could easily walk to the docks. Without luggage there would be no problem but in the dark, in high winds and not really certain about where we should go we had a slightly unpleasant experience in finding the docks initially. Had it not been for some helpful young people we may have gotten quite lost. The taxi driver just didn't want a short trip with a small amount of earning. Had we not been so tired we would have gotten his cab number and reported him but we didn't think about that at the time. Our return journey from ship to train station went without a hitch and the taxi arrived at the dock on time so no hauling heavy suitcases around.
We stood there for 2 nights over New Year’s Eve and enjoyed the time. Really nice Hotelschip and the owner is really friendly. Breakfast amazing and close to the city.