Amsterdam City Centre, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, is home to this bed & breakfast. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vondelpark, while Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena.
Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district
The cosy room with African decorations is situated in the downstairs guest apartment of a townhouse build in 1712, located in the heart of the old city centre 'De Jordaan'. The bedroom, situated in the basement, has a comfortable queen size bed and is surrounded by African beads. The small bathroom (shower and sink) is situated ensuite, the private toilet is located outside the room a few steps higher on the split level next to the kitchen.
The spacious living/dining/business area is the perfect place for our guests to sit down and relax, drink a fresh coffee, watch television, grab a book from the big library cupboard or make use of the fast speed WIFI to get some work done.
Please note that you'll be sharing the same entrance with the home owners, who live in the fully equipped top apartment.
To get an idea how guests experience the shared accommodation please read the following review: "The hosts do live in the home and somewhere strike the perfect balance of providing complete privacy as well as being available should you need recommendations or assistance."
Due to the different split levels the apartment is not suitable for guests who have difficulties climbing stairs!
Guests can fully enjoy the downstairs living area and kitchen.
Use of the kitchen: our policy is as follows: Cooking full meals: sorry! Heating up meals in the microwave: absolutely! Preparing cold breakfast (sandwich etc): sure! Using the stove/oven: nope! Fridge/freezer space: limited! Coffee or tea facilities: complementary! Guests staying longer than a week: full use of the kitchen! Other requests: can be discussed in person or upon arrival!
No breakfast is served by the owners, but you can either make a simple breakfast yourself or choose to go to one of the breakfast places around the corner.
USB ports to charge your phone are available in the bedroom, no adaptor needed!
COVID 19 protocol: We’re committed to an enhanced cleaning protocol, which was developed in partnership with experts in health and hospitality. Here’s what we’ve done to clean and sanitize the space: We use cleaners and disinfectants, approved by global health agencies. We cleaned, mopped and/or dusted before sanitizing. All high-touch surfaces have been sanitized, down to the doorknob. Each room was cleaned using extensive cleaning checklists. We provide extra cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay if you want to. On top of that: We do have a smart lock with a keypad or access via the Danalock app on your smartphone We’ll practice social distancing with guests, and encourage you to do the same. In stead of handshakes or hugging, we’ll consider alternative no-contact greetings. We have a 12 hour period between rentals. This waiting period is for your protection and helps to ventilate the room, to limit your exposure to aerosolized virus droplets that may be in the room. So as you can see we took all precautions to make sure your stay at the African Lily is Covid 19 proof and as enjoyable as it can be.
When you have a cat allergy, don’t book! The home owners have a cat.
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Adults only
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
There is a zero tolerance policy to use any type of drugs inside the house.
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district on 29 Oct 2025 start from AU$418, 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.
What time is check-in at Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district located?
Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Amsterdam Tulip Museum and The 9 Streets. Dam Square and Leidseplein are also within 1 mile (2 km). Westermarkt Stop and Bloemgracht Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
Cosy private apartment in the heart of Jordaan district Reviews
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful stay at Ellen and Caesars place. The location is amazing. The place is cute and quaint with very steep stairs so be prepared.Great accommodation!!
Ellen and Ceasar were wonderful hosts. There place was in the best part of Amsterdam and gave us great local tips and went out of their way to make our stay memorable.
Ellen and Caeser were so kind and excellent hosts. Would definitely stay again if we were in town! Close to everything and out of the hustle and bustle which is amazing.
We truly enjoyed our visit to Amsterdam and our stay at the African Lily. The hosts were very warm and welcoming and took the time to make sure we were comfortable. The apartment is close to everything and we were able to walk to all of our destinations in the city. We loved staying there and will definitely be back when we are in Amsterdam again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the African Lily. It was in a great neighborhood only a moments walk away from the busy areas of the city. Both hosts were great to chat with, informative, and easily accessible if needed. The home is a great layout, with everything you may need to enjoy your stay. We plan to visit Amsterdam again, and will definitely be staying there again!
Ellen and Caesar were excellent hosts - they were friendly and helpful with the entire check-in process. The home was beautiful and situated in an excellent neighbourhood. Couldn’t have asked for a better location!
Everything about the African Lily is just as described— a great apartment, location, and friendly owners, who live upstairs. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need, the coffee is plentiful, the entire house tastefully appointed. Caesar and Ellen are great hosts, who love their city and are eager to share their knowledge. Highly recommend!
Highly recommend staying here! Ellen was super communicative and accommodating when we arrived and throughout our entire stay. The location was perfect and the entire apartment was very quaint and cozy! A bit of a tight space but my husband and I made it work. Overall, amazing stay!
Ellen was a wonderful host. Very helpful with directions, arranging airport car services. The place was spotless and very quiet. Will definitely stay here again. The Jardeen district is so peaceful yet, close enough to paint the town ‘Red’ if you’re into that. Thank you Ellen!!
The flat was exactly as listed. It's an incredibly charming, beautifully decorated home with everything one visiting Amsterdam would want for a short stay. Everything was clean and the communication with Ellen & Caesar was fantastic. They personalized our stay, and made our time in the city so wonderful!
The African Lily is the perfect place to stay in Amsterdam. I am so glad that we decided to stay there instead of a hotel in the city center. The place is perfect for two people and is within walking distance of everything--cafes, shops, restaurants, museums, etc. Caesar and Ellen are wonderful hosts that are there if you need them. Would highly recommend the African Lily.
Lovely location. Easy to get to the tram. Room has shower attached. Toilet is up 2 small flight of stairs. Ellen and Caesar were excellent hosts! Would stay again.
A well-located apartment with functions on three levels, filled with wonderful African artwork and books. The host is very friendly and helpful. The staircase to his apartment upstairs does look onto the rental apartment’s living room. Cozy bedroom, washer dryer, well appointed kitchen.
This is a very special place in central Amsterdam. The neighborhood is safe. The flat has numerous special design considerations that reflect the artistic interests of the owners. We loved it!
The kitchen is fully-featured and includes concrete counter tops and a six-burner gas oven.
Ellen and Caesar were incredible hosts! Extremely friendly and hospitable. My trip to AMS was truly a 10/10 and they were a huge reason for that!
The apartment is located in the most convenient location. The pictures and description of the room is exactly as described. You won't regret booking it! And I hope to return.
Thanks for everything! - Vance
Ellen and Ceasar have an amazing place in the heart of Amsterdam. The design is very unique, you'll be greeted by hosts, personal welcome note on the door and a bottle of wine. Location is great (Jordaan), communication with Ellen and Ceasar is super easy, they also have a book of recommendations if you need any. We felt so comfortable that at the end of the busy day the best part was staying in and enjoying the evening with a glass of wine and some music in our Amsterdam home.
This is a spacious, clean, apartment for a couple or a single person. The neighborhood is safe, very typical Amsterdam, and within reasonable walking distance of multiple attractions. But it is not located in a crazy touristey area, which I highly valued. There is a lively bar right across the street but, fear not, noise does not make it to the bedroom at all. The kitchen is very well equipped. The hosts are a lovely local couple, always willing to help with anything you need.