Amsterdam Center - Houseboat by Captain Ricard

Pros: 5 STARS ! The ship was in a fantastic, central location. Captain Richard was incredibly helpful and friendly. He gave us some very useful information about cafés and sights to see. He generously left a bottle of wine, water, tea and coffee and there were plenty of towels and toiletries to use in the wonderfully warm bathroom, with it's huge bath. The ship was very comfortable and we slept like babies. Staying on board was a highlight of our trip.

Worth the money

Pros: The location was excellent! Walking distance from almost anything. The bathroom was amazing for a boat house.

Cons: If only there was any closet space or hangers anywhere, we spent 7 days off our bags that took significant space in the room from the already tight space in the bedroom. The bed slightly tilts backwords from top. If you are a picky sleeper it might annoy you. Going in and out of the boat needs a bit of getting used to, very narrow passage on the side of the boat.

When in Amsterdam stay on a canal boat

Pros: Perfect central location, lovely boat atmosphere and interior, huge and very comfortable bed, large bathroom with excellent shower (and a bath). Owner could be reached easily and kindly agreed to store suitcases before check-in and after check-out. Tea and coffee making facilities.

Cons: Back entrance required walking along narrow side of the boat, holding on to the gutters. Generally OK but got a bit slippery after the rain. No hanging rails / hooks or space to unpack our suitcases. Not possible to exclude all light at night - I was glad to have brought my mask. Such a lovely place that on balance we would stay there again.

Amsterdam best ship ;)

Pros: Captain Ricard is one of the best host i ever meet.. Nice welcome and lot of good advice. i really apreciate. Amazing ship cosy and comfortable and great location in town center, the percect place for a nice weekend in Amsterdam. thanks for all Rik

A romantic and comfortable stay close to central Amsterdam.

Pros: The boat is located in a beautiful canal in a quiet and very authentic Amsterdam neighbourhood, whilst also being a short distance from the centre of the city. We were met by Captain Ric who was very friendly and helpful at check in, and were very happy with the huge size of a very comfortable bed and room, as well as a beautiful bathroom complete with marble surfaces, tub and shower. Additionally there is a totally separate entrance to the room, with access to our outdoor section of the boat, which allowed for greater privacy.

Great experience in the heart of Amsterdam

Pros: Our stay at the boat of Captain Ricard was very nice and comfortable. The room is spacious and comfortable. . The bathroom is private and well heated too. Ricard was extra kind in: 1. Allowing us to leave our suitcases on the boat before check-in time so that we could go around the city, 2. Making available wine, coffee and tea in our room, 3. Giving us an extra duvet. Thanks a lot!

Cons: As said in other reviews, as the access to the room is on the other side of the boat, access requires walking through the narrow part of the boat deck. But if you have normal balance and fitness, you can simply walk on the deck slowly. It is part of the life on a boat.

Wonderful week-end in Amsterdam

Pros: The hospitality of Rik, the location and the great experience to sleep on a boat. Having a second entrance was great for privacy.

Excellent all round

Pros: The location was perfect, the boat was so cosy and comfortable and the captain was very friendly and helpful

Pros: Wonderful location in the centre of Amsterdam. Big and bright room with a stunning view of the canal. The area was very quiet, apart from a nearby bell tower that rang every half hour, making it a little difficult to sleep throughout the night, but that’s what is to be expected in the centre of a capital. In all it was a wonderful experience to be staying in a boat, listening to the movements of the water. The owner was very helpful with check-in and check-out, helping us with the luggage and giving us great recommendations for the area.

Pros: Fantastic location, great facilities and a superb host.