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Kaixer Amsterdam

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A cozy interior with a bed, a heater, and decorative pillows.
A black portable power station on a wooden surface with a bottle and a cable.
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Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Herengracht Canal
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, NH
  • Place, Westergasfabriek Culture Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Anne Frank House
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, The 9 Streets
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Number of living rooms

About this property

Kaixer Amsterdam

This houseboat features parking, Internet access and designated smoking areas. Additionally, stereo, a water dispenser and bike parking are on-site.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 12022957
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Amsterdam

Amsterdam West, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, is home to this houseboat. Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The 9 Streets and Flower Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena.
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Amsterdam, NH

What's nearby

  • Westergasfabriek Culture Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Herengracht Canal - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Anne Frank House - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The 9 Streets - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Dam Square - 6 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Van Limburg Stirumstraat Stop - 2 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 7 min drive
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espressofabriek - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dumplings - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe De Pianist - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brouwerij Troost Westergas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bakkerswinkel Westerpark - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaixer Amsterdam pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaixer Amsterdam?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaixer Amsterdam on 30 Sept 2026 start from AU$200, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kaixer Amsterdam?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kaixer Amsterdam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kaixer Amsterdam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kaixer Amsterdam located?

Located in Amsterdam West, this houseboat is within 1 mi (2 km) of Westergasfabriek Culture Park and The 9 Streets. Dam Square and Van Gogh Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km). Van Limburg Stirumstraat Stop is only a 2-minute walk and De Wittenkade Stop is 5 minutes.

Reviews

4.6
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 12 reviews

4.4/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Check-in

6.4/10

Communication

7.2/10

Location

4.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Perfect if your cool with glamping, a little off the main routs so harder to get to, not hard but two trams or the bus to downtown, walking distance to a lot. Great location on the camel however not fancy, a great spot to sleep outside with shade and peace and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2026
Goed
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
The is a tiny boat. The two single beds are not worthy of an adult...far too short. The bigger bed had very poor mattress and very low headroom. The bathroom is a cassette toilet out on the open deck. The host said there were public showers nearby, I didn't see them. The boat was dirty, old and tiny. Nothing pleasant about this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
Unfortunately, it's not my fault you didn't see the photos posted on the app. The boat is always cleaned after each guest leaves, the bedding is new, the camping bathroom is brand new and top brand, and public showers are a 10-minute walk away.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The boat was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying on the boat was a unique experience. Since there is no bathroom, it’s naturally not the most comfortable accommodation, but it honestly feels a bit like camping in the middle of Amsterdam, and that’s part of the charm. We would recommend it especially for a short stay of one or two nights.One of the best parts was spending the evening on the boat and having dinner there, the atmosphere was beautiful and very relaxing.As a small suggestion for improvement, it would feel even more comfortable if the blankets had duvet covers. We believe everything was clean and it certainly looked clean, but covers would make the experience feel a bit cozier. A few small updates to the interior could also make the stay even better overall.We really enjoyed our stay, thank you for hosting us
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
My boyfriend and I attempted to stay here for about two nights three days. firstly, we never got an exterior picture of the boat so we had no clue what boat we were staying on. Secondly, we went into this knowing we would not get a shower, but were told on the listing that we would get a half bathroom(meaning a toilet). Once we got onto the boat, the host showed us two camping toilets where he then stated we can bring it inside where we sleep to use the restroom privately. He then began to say that we had to poop in a bag and bring it to the trashcan outside of the boat. Once the host left, we decided to sit inside of the boat and realized that the “3rd bed“ was actually not a third bed and neither of us could have fit in that boat comfortably. We also noticed that the propane tank where the heat is supposed to come out of was sitting right next to where our heads were supposed to be when we slept. These conditions were not as advertised and completely unsafe and unsanitary. We had to immediately try and find somewhere else to stay. The host refused to send a refund. Total SCAM, do not stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Listing accuracy
There were many safety concerns that came with this property and host. Firstly, there was a propane tank with an open flame in this property that was touching both beds and sitting on a shag carpet. Instructions on how to operate this were barely given as the whole check in process was incredibly rushed. Additionally there was a hot plate and coffee machine haphazardly placed at this property. This boat is extremely small and having that many fire hazards, made us feel incredibly uneasy, especially when sleeping. Additionally, there were two locks, one to lock from the outside when you left the property and another to lock from the inside when sleeping. The lock to keep the property secure when sleeping consisted of a thin string that could easily been ripped. This was extra concerning on a night where there were men lingering outside the boat blocking the entrance and harassing my friends and I (three young girls). When reaching out to the host about this situation he didn’t answer until late the following day where all he said was that the area is safe and a situation like that had never happened before. Additionally, he sent us to a bathhouse he recommended (as the property has no shower) where we were harassed by men. This felt incredibly dangerous as we were the only women there and the bathhouse was cash only with no cameras. Overall, we spent this trip feeling uncomfortable and unsafe on all accounts due to choosing this property.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Liest einfach die anderen Rezensionen
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Intet privat toilet eller bad. Kun til unge mennesker der vil hygge sig
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Schrecklichste Herberge und Beschreibung dieser Übernachtung, was wir je erlebten! Ein gefühlt ausranchiertes Hausboot, Wolldecken ohne Bettüberzug, die wahrscheinlich für alle Gäste die gleichen sind, wahnsinnig eng, kleiner Gasheizer mit Gefahr die Decken zu entzünden, modriger Geruch, usw. Der Gipfel: ein Badezimmer in der Beschreibung, was am Ende ein kleiner Wasserkanister mit Viertel voll Wasser war, waschen, Zähne putzen draußen unter Publikum auf Wasser und Landseite. Campingtoilette, wo man entweder in der ganz kleinen, engen Kabine neben seinem Partner sein Geschäft verrichtet oder ebenfalls draußen unter Beobachtung des Publikums. Das war der Gipfel!!! Wir blieben keine 10 min! Reisten ab, baten um Kulanz von einer der 2 Nächte, ohne Erfolg! Joseph schrieb, es sei unser Problem... Wieso darf man ein Badezimmer "anpreisen", wenn man einen Kanister vorfindet? Enttäuscht ist untertrieben, es ist unmöglich, dort zu übernachten! Nichts, auch gar nichts war nur im Ansatz "befriedigend".
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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Hosted by Joseph

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