Canal House - Homestay

Great stay in Alkmaar for a festival

Pros: Robin was very nice during the whole séjour and his place is very nice situated next to the canal. I took the single room. It's not huge but i think it's fair for the price and I came for a festival so I didn't spend a lot of time in the room. The bed was very comfortable and there was a fan for light cooling. The shower was also nice and soap and towel were provided. It's shared though so you might have to wait for your turn but that's about it.

Pros: Overall a good experience, owner is very friendly n a great host. My room was small n needs to walk up 2 flight of stairs wit a shared WC. Bringing up luggage can be trying for ladies or the elderly, although Robin will help out if he's around. Nice backyard facing a canal.

Very quiet, clean peaceful stay

Pros: It was clean quiet and modern and the bed was ultra comfortable. Everybody was considerate with each other and the host was very friendly.

Pros: The host was very welcoming. On the day I arrived, I accidentally put in the wrong adress on Google maps and ended up on the other side of the city. It was already late so the host picked me up. The house is lovely, the shower is also very nice. The location was perfect for me - it is just at the border of the old town and the walk to he train station takes around 25 minutes. Just two minutes away is a nive grocery store and some lovely restaurants. If you walk a bit further into the old town - there is a lot to choose from regarding where to eat or drink.

Cons: You have to take into account that you are living in somebody else's home while they also live there. If that is ok with you, then I can highly recommend it.

Execellent and convenient for the centre of Alkmaar

Pros: Helpful host, close to the centre of Alkmaar, no problems getting in

Cozy place 😊

Pros: Hospitable owners who are taking care about comfortable of their guests. Lovely and cozy place 😊

Home from home

Pros: Robin was a great host, he made me feel very welcome. The accommodation was very clean and comfortable, and very well located for the town centre

Comfortable, clean and warm stay

Pros: Robin was an excellent host and w very welcoming in making my stay comfortable and smooth would definitely book again if staying in Alkmaar again, also Alkmaar is a very pretty town!

Good base for a single person or couple who want to explore the area.

Pros: We haven’t done a home stay in a long time, but this was a pleasant surprise. Robin’s home is cheerful, clean, and welcoming and Robin is a wonderful, friendly host. We were there with two other travellers, who we enjoyed meeting. Our room was on the third floors (lots of stairs!) and although it was small, the bed was comfortable and room was fine for our two night stay. Travellers should know there is one shared bath on the second floor and a toilet on the main floor. It was always available when we wanted to use it. Robin gave us great recommendations on where to cycle, visit and dine. Recommend!

Pros: Robin is an amazing host. The house is fantastic and I really enjoyed my time. I can highly recommend staying in Robins house.