EUPHEMIA BUDGET OLD CITY CANAL ZONE, Amsterdam

The hotel sits on a quiet side street yet is minutes from Amsterdam's cultural heart. Museumplein - home to the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and MOCO - is a 10-minute walk; the Heineken Experience is 350 metres away. Albert Cuypmarkt is a 10-minute stroll, and Leidseplein is 800 metres away. The Weteringcircuit tram and metro stop (100 m) connects directly to Amsterdam Central Station and Dam Square, while the metro also links to Schiphol Airport. A supermarket (ALDI) is adjacent, and numerous cafés, bars and restaurants are within a 5-minute walk.

Rooms are compact and practical, best suited for travellers who prioritise location over space. They feature heating, carpeted flooring, a small desk, and a wardrobe with hanging space. Triple rooms have three single beds; double rooms have a double bed; 4- and 5-person rooms use bunk beds. Some rooms have a mini-fridge, and all have an en-suite shower/toilet. Towels are included in double and triple rooms but must be rented in larger rooms. Noise levels are generally low, though some rooms face a street occasionally affected by night-time noise or nearby construction. Ask for a quieter courtyard-facing room when booking.

The hotel does not offer breakfast, lunch or dinner. A vending machine in the lobby provides drinks and snacks at reasonable prices, and the shared lounge area has a microwave for heating your own food. Guests often buy supplies at the adjacent ALDI supermarket and eat in the lounge, which saves money. A wide selection of cafés, bakeries and international restaurants - including Italian (Trattoria That's Amore), steak and Dutch cuisine - is within a 5-minute walk.

There is no wellness centre, swimming pool or gym on site. The hotel offers free walking tours and bike tours (payable on site) as activities, making it easy to explore the city without needing to book elsewhere. Board games are available at reception for quiet evenings in the shared lounge. The lounge also has a TV area and a coffee machine.

Wi-Fi is free and reliable throughout the property. Daily housekeeping is provided and includes towel changes. Free luggage storage allows you to drop bags before check-in or after check-out and continue exploring. A safety deposit box is available for small valuables. The shared lounge has a TV, a vending machine and a coffee station, and is a popular spot for relaxing. Reception is open until 23:00; late arrivals after that are pre-arranged with a night guard who gives you your key. The hotel uses key card access and has 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms and a security alarm. Stag groups are not accepted; a €50 security deposit applies for larger groups.