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Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center

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A wooden deck with two black wire chairs, a potted plant, and a bottle of champagne on a boat.
A boat docked at a pier with a cityscape in the background.
A marina with boats docked, a building with multiple windows, and a clear sky.
A modern hotel room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with colorful cushions, a mosaic wall art, a staircase with wooden steps, and a bed with a potted plant.
A view through a ship's porthole of a wooden dock, a white boat, and buildings along the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Het Ij
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, NH
  • Place, Het Ij
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, De Gooyer Windmill
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, WONDR Experience
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center

The Sailor Suite is a cozy and comfortable houseboat apartment, situated in the former sailors cabin or coaster Mado. Ideal for a couple or a family with 2 kids, offering you a private entrance, living room with sofa bed, kitchenette, bathroom and bedroom. The boat is located right next to the local swimming pond and gives you a magnificent view over the harbor. Just 1-5 minutes walking to lots of bars, restaurants, a shopping mall and bus + tram lines directly to the historical center.

The bright 3-room apartment with high ceilings includes a living room with kitchenette, bathroom and bedroom. The living room offers high speed wi-fi, Chrome cast 42 ”digital TV and sound system for streaming your Netflix and Spotify, comfortable under flour heating, ventilation and a sofa bed. Kitchen has a micro wave, tea kettle, Nespresso and refrigerator with freezer for preparing light meals (no cooking). The bathroom is nicely finished with modern fittings, thermostatic taps, shower with unlimited hot water, hairdryer, towels and hand soap. Bedroom includes double bed, cupboard and suitcase rack.

Coaster Mado is moored on KNSM island that is part of the Eastern Docklands in the center of Amsterdam. Merchants and world travelers used to travel from the East Indies, the United States and Surinam. Today KNSM island is known for its modern architecture, interior design shops and waterside cafes. Take your breakfast with commuters in Neeltje, drink a beer with locals at Cafe De Zuid or dine with Dutch celebrities at the Harbor Club.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 0363 14A5 DD35 3F74 6BB5
Property # 10138376
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam East, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, this houseboat is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The 9 Streets and Flower Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Amsterdam, NH

What's nearby

  • Het Ij - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum Perron Oost - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • De Gooyer Windmill - 9 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Noorderpark - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • WONDR Experience - 13 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Muiderpoort Station - 5 min drive
  • Azartplein Stop - 6 min walk
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barmhartig - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪SHAM Oost - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fosco - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪081 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Krux Brouwwerf - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center?

As of 9 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center on 8 Dec 2026 start from £277, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy & comfortable suite on houseboat close 2 historical center located?

Located in Amsterdam East, this houseboat is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Dam Square. The Kromhouthal and ARTIS are also within 2 miles (3 km). Azartplein Stop is 6 minutes by foot and C. van Eesterenlaan Stop is 9 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location happy to be away from the centre but also close enough to easily go when you want via public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful guest cabin on the water. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay in Amsterdam. Very local vibe with groceries, restaurants, public transit, and bike rentals nearby! Very quick to Amsterdam Central! would live here if I could! Great hosts and amenities to welcome us-wine,beer, coffee and teas! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place!

We loved staying on the boat, our kids (3 and 5) thought it was magical and especially loved the swing on deck. A great base for exploring Amsterdam.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay at this property

We lived staying at the house boat! If was very well located and the hosts were very welcoming. We were even able to swim off the boat! Highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a cool place to stay while visiting Amsterdam!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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All that was hoped for

Always wanted to stay on a house boat and this was perfect. It is close to transportation and convenient for shopping and food. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic!

Fantastic place to stay with the family for a trip to Amsterdam. Everything was perfect !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay

Sander’s houseboat was the ideal place to spend my time in Amsterdam. The location was so convenient to get around the city, and the neighborhood was lovely. Sander and his family made check-in a breeze. The apartment is exactly as pictured, and it was a real delight to get to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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I recommend !

It was really nice to stay on board, nice and clean private space. Sander is a really cool host !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay

We began the first few days of our European trip at this cozy house boat. It was just as described and large enough to comfortably sleep 2 adults and 1 teenager. The hosts were very communicative and responsive. Location is convenient, 5 minute walk to bus/tram stop. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Dave and Charlotte

Great stay! Unique place! Seemed out of way but ten minute bus ride from end of street to downtown Amsterdam was easy. Marieke and Sander great hosts! Restaurants, grocery and bakery nearby. Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay on the Mado

My friend and I stayed on the Mado. Great location, wonderful host who always had good recommendation. Short walk to restaurants and about a 10 minutes bus ride to Amsterdam Centraal. You can start your mornings with a refreshing swim off the deck by the boat and finish it with a cocktail on deck.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfectly peaceful home for the weekend

We loved staying aboard this amazing house boat. The water was a perfect temperature for swimming, there are amazing restaurants and bars in walking distance, and you don’t have to deal with all the crazy hustle of the city. The hosts were fantastic, and full of information. We will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The houseboat was amazing and so much fun! Very quiet at night and very little movement on the ship, we slept great. Sonder was very kind and the family left us a few beverages in the fridge which were much appreciated after a long travel day. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Frances

We loved this property and found the owners very generous. I can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amsterdam House Boat MADO

If you are going to stay in Amsterdam, do not hesitate to book this boat. Great time, great views. Owners are super friendly and do the most to make sure the you have a great stay, provide help and answer any questions you might have. This location is great, short walk or bus ride to central station on bus 43 was very convenient. Made our experience in Amsterdam an exceptional time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and spacious

My friend and I absolutely loved our stay on the boat. The neighborhood is quiet so it was nice to get out of the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam Centre. The suite is spacious and very comfortable with all of the amenities you would need. Sander was very friendly and provided a lot of information about the area. The host provided welcome snacks and drinks and left fresh tulips on the table. Public transportation is very close to the dock including a free commuter ferry. We loved spending our time here and would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay in every way

The Coaster Mado will be a highlight of our European Adventure. The accommodation was perfect for 4 of us (2 adults with 2 children). The bed in the bedroom was comfortable and so was the sofa bed. The kitchen and bathroom were spotless! We had amazing weather so spent a lot of time on the boat deck and swam with the locals each day in the swimming area which is right next to the boat. The accommodation was well located to catch public transport into the centre each day and lovely and quiet to come back to. We went to the supermarket (which was very close) to get some supplies. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Experience Dutch life staying on a boat.

The Mado was a lovely place to stay on the water and easy to access central Amsterdam cheaply by frequent bus and tram.Very peaceful and away from the tourist trail. The owner is friendly and helpful and personal contact and contact via Whats App was reassuring. I stayed with my grand daughter and we each had a comfortable bed/sofa bed and there is a nice bathroom with all necessary toiletries. Nearby supermarket to buy breakfast and snacks and plenty of places to eat well. The steps into the boat are steep so you need to be physically fit! I would recommend The Mado as a lovely place to stay experiencing life on a Dutch boat and community and yet being so easy to access all attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Coaster Mado Levantkade KNSM Island Amsterdam

Very comfortable in a tremendous location on the quayside in Amsterdam Eastern Harbour. Visited on the cusp of winter otherwise would have ventured up more than once to sit on drck to watch sunset with glass of wine. Owner Sander very friendly and knowledgable. Tremendous range of books in English explaining regeneration of docklands and biography of residents living in houseboats on the water - great for a guy like me who has worked in social housing all his life! Would commend the accommodation to anyone. Thanks again, Lawrie West, Dunfermline, Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Five Stars: Perfect

We had a fantastic stay at the boat and our hosts were very welcoming. The accommodation is spacious and super clean, but also quirky and fun. It is really convenient for public transport, the number 63 bus runs frequently to Central Station and it's a 5 minute walk from the boat to the bus stop. We really appreciated the extra touches in the boat, Pringles and chocolate, perfect! Having shampoo, conditioner and shower gel was also great as we took hand luggage only. The district that the boat is in has lots of lovely food shops, a bakery that does the best cheese croissants and restaurants too. We visited the Cancun restaurant a bus ride away and had some delicious food, we highly recommend it. In short the boat was perfect, the location fantastic and we would love to return. Cat & Tony
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Best kept secret - AMAZING!

Staying on MADO was the highlight of our time in Amsterdam. It is the perfect home base: quick and easy to get to the hustle and bustle of downtown Amsterdam, but off to the side enough to be relaxing, safe, and quiet for sleeping. Sander answered all of our questions beforehand, sent recommendations of places to eat, things to do etc, and was always available if needed (although we didn't need a thing). The MADO is very clean, exceptionally comfortable, very well stocked (the treats and drinks on arrival were very much appreciated). The space is bigger than the images lead you to believe; I was afraid of feeling trapped, but not at all! Lots of windows and space in the little suite. We loved watching the locals swim and sun bath next to the boat, and the kids enjoyed swimming too. We WILL be back (and for longe next time). Thank you for a wonderful experience ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wir haben die Zeit ein dem Schiff sehr genossen. Sehr nette Gastgeber, die uns mit vielen Infos und Empfehlungen rund um Amsterdam sehr geholfen haben. Die Unterkunft ist sehr ruhig gelegen, etwas abgelegen von Trubel der Stadt. Die Anbindung zur City ist gut zu Fuß zuerreichen
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Le bel endroit

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour, le lieu est bien placé et calme. La vie sur le port est superbe. La péniche est très confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
As soon as you step on, it really is breathtaking… the phenomenal views around, the swing on the deck of the boat, swimming area right next to the boat. You really do get to experience the dandy lifestyle of boat living! We loved that there were barely any tourists!! swimming area, near by fantastic restaurants, were all filled with the locals. You get to witness the locals way of life here, yet you are near to the intensity of Amsterdam. Transportations near by but we walked and biked to Amsterdam central station. The unit was very clean and beautiful. We stayed in August and the cross venting summer breeze through the nautical windows were wonderful. This stay was terrific for our family as our son was able to enjoy swimming, play soccer at the soccer court with goals right by the boat, during the morning and evening resting times. I could just keep eye on him while relaxing on the deck of the boat. Host was friendly and provided easy and fast communications.

About the host

Hosted by Sander Rutten

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English, French, German, Dutch
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