Read the Reviews and Believe Them

Guest: Rick and Janine (Oshawa Ontario Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/23/11 Review Submitted: 11/11/11

My wife and I spent three great days in Amsterdam during the last week of October. Based on the very positive reviews we had read on the VRBO web site, we reserved the Marokko suite for our stay. The reviews were entirely accurate. From the cut flowers to the well-stocked pantry and fridge, and the ideal location, we found everything to be exactly as advertised. In addition, the apartment was conveniently located, spotlessly clean, very secure and more than comfortable. Allen helped us to settle in and made himself available in the event that we needed anything to make our stay enjoyable. Since no stone had been left unturned in that regard, we never did have to contact him. The owners did, however notice that we had mistakenly over-payed and they were quick to bring it to our attention and return the suplus cash. Although we manged quite nicely, be forewarned that this is a typical canal house and the stairs leading up to the suite are very steep. This could pose a problem for some, especially carrying large suitcases. If you are able-bodied, then this is an ideal place to stay while exploring this wonderful city. Read the reviews and feel safe in knowing that they are all true.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Wonderful apartment experience in the Jordaan area.

Guest: Pat (Rockford, IL USA)
Date of Stay: 10/19/11 Review Submitted: 10/31/11

A modern, clean and comfortable apartment with a great view of the canal. Everything we needed was provided for our stay October 19, 2011-October 26, 2011. A fridge stocked with breakfast food, a lovely fruit platter, wine, etc. welcomed us. It is very close to excellent restaurants, tram and bus to central Amsterdam. We would highly recommend it. Pat and Mark, Rockford, IL USA

Recommended for:Age 55+.

Mondriaan apartment was great for our family!

Guest: Family of Four (Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 07/25/11 Review Submitted: 08/06/11

We had a great experience in the Mondriaan apartment. Loved the canal view! The apartment was extremely clean, comfortable and quiet. We really appreciated the breakfast and snack foods, laundry detergent, etc. in the apartment. The neighborhood was lovely. Some written info in the apartment on the nearby tram stops (tram numbers and stop locations) as well as check-out time and procedure would have been helpful. Having wireless was great, but it was sometimes difficult to get access or perhaps the connection was slow. Overall, a wonderful time for our family! Thank you.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.

Marnixkade Apartments: Comfort and Convenience and Steps from Everything!

Guest: Fred & Karen (Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 06/28/11 Review Submitted: 07/18/11

My wife and I [mid-50's couple from Western Canada] stayed at the Marokko Apartment at Marnixkade for 16 days in July 2011. All of the previous comments left on the site by previous guests turned out to be 100% accurate and true of our experience. Booking was simple and straightforward and the e-mail instructions on how to find and access the apartment were flawless. As commented by others, we arrived in a beautiful and beautifully situated apartment overlooking the canal and found the fridge fully stocked with essentials and luxuries alike [from milk and eggs, to meat and cheese, Belgian Beer, red and white wine, bread, buns and cookies, fresh fruit and fresh flowers]. After 16 hours in transit this was truly nirvana: no hungry and tired travellers here scouring an unfamiliar neighborhood in search of food! Within minutes of arrival we were greeted by Allen Salo, a delightful and erudite host who orientated us to the apartment and the neighborhood and shared insights on language, culture, transportation and sights. And in reference to the nieghbourhood we are steps from Westestraat, the heart of this area of the Jordaan with multiple and excellent restaurants and cafes catering to all tastes, two grocery stores, bakery and gelatto shop, a book store with English language newspapers from around the world, and a first rate athletic and swim centre on the corner. We walked to everything [despite the Tram stop right on the corner] and were never more than an enjoyable 30 minute walk from any key site in central Amsterdam [the Dam, Central Train Station, major museums, Anne Frank House [10 minutes], and on and on]. I could not imagine a better located apartment for access. And when you return home, you are in the heart of a safe, clean, character neighborhood and a beautiful comfortable apartment with all amenties [washer, dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker and so on]. A superb location and a tastefully decorated apartment that was clean and comfortable. We met Bruce and Eelco briefly and Allen was always available and dropped in to see us the day before we left to assist with our departure plans and transportation. What more can I say: it was great! Thank you Allen, er Dank je weil!!!

Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.

a great place to stay

Guest: Robert (Montreal. Canada)
Date of Stay: 06/17/11 Review Submitted: 07/05/11

Well situated in Jordan (near Ann Frank House) this appartment has a great view on the Singelgracht canal. Large windows with sun from 2Pm to 10PM at the end of June. Clean and modern with full kitchen. The bedroom in the back of the apt is comfortable and calm. Nice welcome gift with food, wine and beer included. The owner were open to new suggestions to improve our comfort (ex change the shower head within one day). A place to return in our future trip to this "cool" city. Robert and Céline from Canada

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car.

perfect spacious apartment in a great area with a canal view

Guest: Peter (Toronto, Canada)
Date of Stay: 06/14/10 Review Submitted: 06/13/11

Upon your arrival in this beautiful apartment you are greeted with flowers and a fridge filled with groceries,not to mention a couple of bottles of wine. The owner Bruce lives on the premises,as does Allen,who assists him in ensuring that all your needs are met. They are happy to provide you with recommendations on everything from restaurants to the unusual architecture of Amsterdam. The apartment is large,well furnished and in a great location close to restaurants and museums. Better still,you'll wake up each day to a marvellous view of the canal. There is nothing I would change about this acommodation. I have stayed in many apartments in Europe and nothing compares. Thia apartment deserves the highest recommendation.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.

Bright, charming, clean, great location

Guest: Genevieve (Bend, OR )
Date of Stay: 10/23/10 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

We stayed in this lovely appartment (Marokko) for just over a week at the end of October, 2010. When we arrived, we found the refrigerator fully stocked with wonderful snacks, lunch items, beer, juice, wine and more. It was very welcoming to check in and not feel the need to immediately go find a place to purchase these items or to get a meal. The appartment is suprisingly bright and cheery and a very comfortable place to relax after spending the day out exploring. The location is perfect. We prefered to be on the outer ring of the canals, in the edge of the Jordaan. The center, museums, botanical gardens, parks, and shops are all within an easy walk. We found a place to rent great custom bicycles just around the corner (Workcycles). A small grocery and assortment of resaurants are also quite close. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay! This will definitely be my first choice for a future trip to Amsterdam.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

charming, romantic, cozy, and clean

Guest: daveym7777 (Portland, OR )
Date of Stay: 05/30/10 Review Submitted: 06/10/10

We had the opportunity to stay in the Mondrian apartment and loved it! It is located in the Jordaan district, which is the most charming neighborhood in Amsterdam. The small streets are quiet and lined with cafes, shops, old buildings, walkers, and bikers. The apartment overlooks tree tops and a quiet canal. With a western facing view, sunlight is plentiful. The Mondrian is on the 3rd floor of the building. The staircases were narrow and a bit steep, but quite manageable; typical for an Amsterdam building. The living room is big and bright with a television and ipod adapter for music. There are several places to sit, for conversation or quiet reading. There is also a dinner table in the corner. Pocket doors with stained glass lead you to the kitchen, which was stocked with essential food items - cheese, bread, milk, wine, traditional dutch treats, and fruits. Just beyond the kitchen is the large bedroom. The bed is big and comfortable. The bathroom is newer, large, and has a tub/shower unit. There is also a nice washer/drier in the bathroom. I can't give this condo enough positive favor. It was truly perfect. Bruce was extremely friendly and offered some tips for places to go when we first arrived. I can't wait to go back to Amsterdam!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Guest: Dani and Mark (Vancouver WA USA)
Date of Stay: 11/21/09 Review Submitted: 11/21/09

The apartment was great. We stayed in the Marokko for a week. It was large and comfortable with a great location. Near the center of Amsterdam but on the quiet outskirts. Easy to walk to everything but also close to tram and bus stops. The apartment came stocked with a wonderful assortment of basic food items, snacks, and even beer and wine. Bruce and Allen were great hosts and gave us plenty of information. We are definitely coming back to Amsterdam again and will stay here again.

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Guest: Anthony from Salt Lake City (Salt Lake City, UT, USA)
Date of Stay: 10/12/09 Review Submitted: 10/12/09

Will definitely stay here again. If you consider yourself a traveler and not a tourist, this is the place. Bright, clean apartment with great, peaceful view out of the big bay windows facing the canal. Excellent location in a quiet residential part of town, felt like we had our own place in Amsterdam for a week. Washer/dryer and full kitchen a big plus. Great value as well...the apartment comes stocked with about 100+ euros worth of quality food/drink upon arrival. Great places to eat and drink within a short walk, and right next to the Marnixplein bus stop which can get you anywhere in no time. No problems having our 16 month old son there, 2 parks for him to play at within a 5 minute walk. Excellent bike rental shop nearby. Can't wait to return to this wonderful city and wonderful hospitality of the owners of the Marnixkade Canalview Apartments.

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