Hotel IJplein (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Whether you want to chat about the city of Amsterdam or simply ask for some advice on nearby spots to check out, the owners of the Ijplein are always eager and enthusiastic to talk about this amazing spot.

A ten-minute walk will have you right at the ferry station, which will take you right into the heart of Amsterdam. It’s only a quick five-minute ride – you can get out and about early.

Located right across the street is a supermarket that caters to all tastes and styles, including vegans. There is also another supermarket right on the same side as the canal.

Because the hotel has such an ideal location, there are many cars that come down the road in front of it. The cars start early, so you might be woken up in the morning by their noise.

While there is free coffee every morning, the hotel does not offer any breakfast items for you to enjoy when you wake up. This means you will have to look elsewhere to get a bite to eat in the morning.

The area surrounding the hotel isn’t the nicest, and can be a bit rough on the eyes, especially if you arrive at night. Though it is safe, you might feel like it’s a sketchy area.