WHERE TO STAY IN AMSTERDAM
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Flying Pig Hostels (€)
World famous for their relaxed atmosphere, these hostels are smoker friendly.
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One of the most centrally located and popular hostels, so make sure you book early.
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The Stayokay hostels are known for their cleanliness and facilities. This one is next to the Red Light District.
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If you want a more serene setting, this hostel is practically inside the Vondelpark and not too far away from Leidseplein.
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They are a no-frills accommodation but are easy on your wallet and well located!
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This creative laboratory-turned-hostel sits on the North bank of the River IJ. Lots of cool social places for travellers looking to meet new people!
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This is for backpackers who want to treat themselves to a little luxury. Their motto is “as safe and familiar as hanging out at mom’s, but then with other international trotters like you”.
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Cute four-star boutique hotel in the heart of the Canal district.
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You can’t get better located than this! Make sure to check its bar, Blauwe Parade, which was one of the very first in the city and has a beautiful Delft blue fresco. Their restaurant has been counting the steaks they serve since 1874.
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Right next to the Museum Square, this is as close to the art as you can stay without getting arrested.
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You can’t go wrong staying at Generator. The Amsterdam hostel is the newest one in the chain and possibly the most charming one too. Its building dates back to 1917 and used to belong to the University of Amsterdam.
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This huge building in the Sloterdijk area is a cool hybrid of hostel and contemporary home for artists.
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Hip and affordable hotel right next to Sloterdijk train station.
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This hotel prides itself on their unique cubic rooms that are full character and is conveniently located next to Amsterdam Zuid (South) train and metro stations.
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