Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Dam Square - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Anne Frank House - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Leidseplein - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
Van Gogh Museum - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 33 min drive
Amsterdam Central Station - 15 min walk
Amsterdam (ZYA-Amsterdam Central Station) - 15 min walk
Rokin Station - 20 min walk
Mr. Visserplein Stop - 9 min walk
Waterlooplein Station - 11 min walk
Nieuwmarkt Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Oba Cafe - 7 min walk
ibis Amsterdam Centre Stopera - 5 min walk
Bakers & Roasters - 5 min walk
Gaja Korean Bbq & Bar - 7 min walk
Kanteen25 - 12 min walk
About this property
Hotelschip Sarah
Hotelschip Sarah puts you just a 5-minute drive from Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and The 9 Streets. 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 Anne Frank House are within a short drive. Public transportation is just a short walk: Mr. Visserplein Stop is 9 minutes and Waterlooplein Station is 11 minutes.
Languages
Dutch, English, German, Polish
At a glance
Hotel size
10 cabins
Arranged over 1 level
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
24-hour offsite parking within 1312 ft (EUR 35 per day)
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 stairways
Room amenities
Home comfort
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.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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 (7-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.
Hotelschip Sarah Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
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
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2023
The boat is very clean and comfortable
Ellane
Ellane, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2023
Amazing trip helped by Sarah and her crew
Anthony
Anthony, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
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 family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
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 Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2022
Thai
Thai, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2022
Ian A
Ian A, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2022
Paula
Paula, 3-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2021
Clean, interesting experience. Close to Amsterdam center. Friendly hosts.
Ovidiu
Ovidiu, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2021
Good place close to everything :-)
Sinan
Sinan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
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.
Johanna
Johanna, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2020
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.
Julia&Sebastian
Julia&Sebastian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2020
Love being on the water in the center of town especially on New Years Eve.
Smith's
Smith's, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2019
lisa
lisa, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2019
The gentleman looking after the boat was so lovely and wonderful
Gabriella
Gabriella, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2019
The host was very nice and helpful
It was a great experience
Highly recommended
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2019
This Hotel was great centrally located and a great atmosphere. Kristoff was our host and he was amazing and made our trip most enjoyable.
Verified traveler
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2019
Really good experience
I enjoyed the stay at the Hotelschip Sarah. The hospitality is amazing. Coming back to the ship is like coming home. Both host and guest are friendly, probably because our hosts create a light and enjoyable atmosphere. Clearly, this is not just another business/ job for them. Their hearts are in it, and thus they really care for the guests.
Breakfast is really good; you can even "taste" the love and care in the food.
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2019
We absolutely loved the Sarah and its staff, easy 10 minute walk from Central Station. Clean and friendly and a Great breakfast every morning. Waldy the skipper was nothing less than an excellent host and went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable. We chose this exact location to capitalize on the New Years fireworks and could not have been happier with our choice.
Verified traveler
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2018
Different and quiet yet right in the city. Staff is great. Kristof is awesome. We had a good experience.
Tamer
Tamer, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 30, 2022
Ivonne
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 14, 2022
Shelley
Shelley, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
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..-))