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Hotel De Gerstekorrel

Damstraat 22, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Doubles from: $73 to $200

Review score

7.6
based on 1239 reviews

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The Hotel Damsquare (formerly Hotel de Gerstekorrel) provides 32 two-star rooms on the Dam Straat near the train station. If your main priority is a convenient location and a nice room, this is a solid pick.

Rooms are on the boutique side with white bedding, colorful pillows, and modern furniture. All are equipped with a TV and telephone, and free Wi-Fi. Note that rooms on the front side of the hotel overlooking the bustling street below (and will be louder), which rooms on the backside will be far quieter (with views of, well, not much at all).

Private bathrooms sport shiny, clean tiles.

From the Hotel Damsquare, you can easily reach the bars and shops of the Red Light District and Dam Square.

Breakfast is included in the room rate and is served in a newly renovated breakfast room. Note that, like most small hotels in Amsterdam, Hotel Damsquare does not have an elevator (but does have steep stairs!).

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor. This review is based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.

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Essentials

  • Bathroom: Private
  • Non-Smoking Hotel
  • Telephone
  • TV

Location: Very central

0.4km to city center

Red Light District

Amsterdam's (in)famous Red Light District lies within the Old Center, and is a short walk from the city's Centraal Station. True, the area is home to those notorious red windows, live sex shows and marijuana-peddling coffee shops, but it's hardly a dangerous free-for all. A heavy police presence and corner cameras keep the area safe.

As night falls, the narrow streets become increasingly crowded (and increasingly noisy) with roving gangs of happy-go-lucky tourists out for a fun night. Perhaps ironically, the Red Light District also boasts some traditional attractions, such as the Oude Kerk (The Old Church) and some cool shops.

Sleeping in the Red Light District is recommended only for tourists up for the fun. While the neighborhood includes lots of budget hotels, many offer just the bare basics, and many are located above pubs and coffeeshops. From your window you'll be able to survey the steady stream of tourists. If this sounds appealing, go for it!

Red Light District hotels

Local Value

Average Rates are 19% more expensive than other 3-star hotels within 2 km

Review score

7.6
based on 1239 reviews

Amenities

Hotel

  • Bicycle Rental
  • City tour
  • Concierge/Booking Services
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Hair Dryer – at reception
  • Luggage Storage
  • No Elevator
  • Non-Smoking Hotel
  • Office Center
  • Recently renovated
  • Reception: 24-Hour
  • Room Service
  • Safe at reception
  • Shoe polishing service
  • Wake-Up Service
  • Wi-Fi Connection

Room

  • Bathroom: Private
  • Fan
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heat
  • Internet Access
  • Key Card Access
  • Rooms with view
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • TV

Contact

Damstraat 22
Red Light District, Amsterdam, Netherlands

+31 (0)20 624 9771
Fax: +31 (0)20 623 2640

Website: https://www.hotel-damsquare.com/

Email: [email protected]

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