Houseboat vacation rentals in Government of Amsterdam

What a wonderful boat house! We really enjoyed the boat house and riding bicycles in Amsterdam. We could borrow bicycles free of charge! It is an excellent location from the central Amsterdam. It takes only 20 mins by car and only 3 stations by Metro. Also, we could enjoy a BBQ in a lovely garden. We strongly recommend this astonishing boat house!

We thoroughly enjoyed a long weekend aboard Johan's houseboat, in a great location in the Jordaan! It was an experience simply not available in a hotel or B&B. We drank morning coffee and late afternoon cocktails on the deck whle soaking up the few remaining days of late summer sun. It was ideally located close to neighborhood restaurants, shops, and even weekend organic food and flea market, and a short walk to tourist attractions in the old city center. If not up for a longer walk along the canal to the museum quarter and beyond, a public transportation options were always available nearby. Communication prior to arrival and during our stay was proactive and prompt. The inside of the houseboat was even more spacious than we anticipated, and the beds were comfortable. We'll definitely opt for a stay here during our next visit to Amsterdam!

Great location w easy access to the tram and less than 15 minutes to all the sites but away from the hustle and bustle of the main touristy areas. Place is just as it appears and very comfy. Santiago and Kay are great hosts. They provided a ton of recommendations for restaurants and things to do and were great at answering all of our questions. It’s a houseboat. If you require absolute quiet or blackout shades for sleep, this is not for you. We would definitely stay here again!

This is a beautiful houseboat in one of the best parts of Amsterdam. What a lovely experience to use a canal setting for our base of operations to see the city. Just fantastic in every way!

Lovely home Perfect neighborhood to stay if touring Amsterdam Host extremely responsive to any of our needs

We enjoyed our stay on Bauke’s houseboat. It has good connections via tram 26 to Amsterdam Centraal and to other parts of Amsterdam via several nearby tram stations. This is Bauke’s family home so it’s not as uncluttered as some might prefer. Also one of the beds is very tiny, not easy to sleep for adults but fine for a child. We enjoyed our stay!

Great space, great host! Hadewych was so responsive and helpful. I just loved the charm of the boat, it was a really neat experience! The bed was SO comfortable, I slept wonderfully. I do wish the couch was more comfortable though, was not conducive to getting comfy after a long day out exploring. It is an older boat so smells a bit musty and a few cobwebs in the chandelier, but you are able to open the windows and get the fresh air in which is very nice. Kitchen was well equipped, just didn't have a freezer which I wanted to store ice and ice cream etc. Had a problem with the pump but Hadewych was quick to remedy the situation. The location was superb - there was a fantastic grocery right around the corner (the produce is delicious!!), a lot of restaurants, cafes, etc. Overall a really great experience that I will cherish!

What a fun experience! And what a terrific host! In a beautiful, quiet neighborhood. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. To say we got to stay on a houseboat in Amsterdam is always going to be a fun memory! But note, it is definitely a boat. You must be fully able bodied to access the boat and get around comfortably inside. The kitchen is suitable for snacks. And as with most European AirBnBs, bring your own bath products.

We had a great stay at Michael’s place, it was a beautiful house boat in a very peaceful quiet location. It was a good distance to walk to the free boat that runs to Amsterdam central. There was a free bottle of Prosecco in the apartment and Michael even bought us a second and some chocolate for a miscommunication on the first night. The bed was comfy and everything was spotlessly clean. We would definitely stay here again.

We were so lucky to be able to stay in such a beautiful place! The beds were comfy, the surroundings were peaceful and beautiful... it was a lovely escape from the busy, city-center. We LOVED the use of the kitchen and the deck just off the kitchen. Hein was so good to have bikes available for us. There is little available directly near the home but a 10 minute bike ride along the lovely road and over the bridge gets you to all you could want. We were sad to leave our Amsterdam home and will hope Hein's home is available when we return.

Staying on this houseboat in the Jordaan was an unforgettable experience! Waking up on the canal each morning felt like a dream—peaceful, scenic, and so uniquely Amsterdam. The location was ideal, tucked in a charming neighborhood with plenty of shops, cafes, and galleries within walking distance. The houseboat was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Communication with the host was excellent throughout. Highly recommend this special spot for anyone looking to experience the city from a different perspective!

We felt very comfortable. Great nature everywhere, very quiet, swimming and especially an ideal starting point for bike tours. Restaurants and supermarket nearby. I'm sure we'll be back.

Fern’s houseboat was AMAZING! Hands down my favorite Airbnb ever. Interior was beautiful and well kept. Location was close to so many shops, restaurants and the tram. Fern was very helpful and always responsive. Pepper was easily my favorite part of the stay though 😊 🐈‍⬛ ❤️

Very nice little boat for a short trip. Please note, one of the 2 beds (the one at the back of the boat) is not very large, you may be cramped if you are over 1.75 m tall. Toilets and showers are shared and on the pontoon but remain clean. Quiet environment with supermarket and bus within walking distance. The host is responsive, available and accommodating👍.

Our stay at Claire’s place was nothing short of magical. The location is hard to beat in the heart of Jordaan, steps away from great Dutch cafes, every restaurant we ate at was within a ten minute walk, every one was fantastic. As well as minutes walk from transit. Somehow though being in the middle of everything, being on the water in this houseboat makes you feel like you’re in your own private oasis. Claire has great taste, her home is designed impeccably, with one of the major highlights being the record player, listening to classics like the Beatles, Bowie, The Doors while sitting on the back porch taking in the incredible view of the canal. Bonus was the most efficient washer dryer I used during my 3 week stay in Europe and the large dishwasher. Had we stayed longer, we would have cooked, there was a fully stocked Chefs kitchen. Thanks for the perfect end to our adventure!

Mandy’s place was exactly as described and was really well equipped - the sauna was a great bonus. It was really clean and the surrounding lake was a great place to take a break from the bustle of central Amsterdam, as well as the town of Aalsmeer having everything you need for a relaxing break. 10/10 wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

Erin gave great directions and recommendations. We needed to drop our luggage off early and he let us in early! We were so thankful for the flexibility. The place was absolutely beautiful, clean and quiet. Perfect for our holiday.

What a great place! It is such an honor to be able to stay in a classical Amsterdam canal boat. You become part of the scene while you are enjoying the scene. The neighborhood is quiet and within walking distance of everything. There are great restaurants nearby and not far to the main museums. Patricia is a great host, and this place is a ‘traditional’ AirBnB in that this is her home that she moves out of to allow others to enjoy. In the heat we had during our stay she came and watered her outdoor plants, which we loved but did not pamper. She also shared some hidden gems of museums and restaurants that we would have missed. We would definitely stay here again.

Hosts were friendly and helpful. The cats were an added perk and we enjoyed having them around. The houseboat was peaceful and well furnished. We would stay there again when in Amsterdam.

This one-of-a-kind stay in the impressive Schoonschip project gets my full recommendation. We felt instantly at home—if only we could call a place like this our own! Thomas was a 6-star host in a 5-star world. The covered parking spot just a few meters away was a real bonus. Highly recommend!

I would highly recommend this airbnb. It was absolutely incredible. I was instantly transported into the Dutch fantasy staying on this gorgeous house boat. The bed was really comfy which is a big deal. The boat had the most insane views from every window. I feel like photos don’t do this place justice. It was quiet, peaceful, walking distance to everything. It felt very safe. The hosts were responsive. I would likely stay here again if I ever come back.

My family of four enjoyed our stay on Cynthianne's houseboat. It was a truly unique experience. I most enjoyed sitting on the deck right on the canal and waving to the passing boats. Cynthianne was very responsive and helpful with suggestions for things to do. The neighborhood was great with restaurants and grocery stores within a few minute walk. Good spot from which to explore Amsterdam.

Fantastic home. Very clean with amazing amenities such as jacuzzi tub and fireplace. Location did require an Uber but easily accessible with driver. Lovely space for a family.

I reunited with my girlfriend and her son at Monique & Erwin’s sensational houseboat. The space was even more beautiful as described, impeccably clean, super cozy and had everything we needed. We all wanted to live there :-) The only thing I would have liked were cooling fans, as we just happened to be there on the first tropical day in 2025 and it was extremely hot in the two upstairs bedrooms for the one night , (warm nights don’t last long in the Netherlands) . Monique was a great communicator and provided helpful recommendations for local attractions , which were all made available in a booklet . Our favorite was the STRAAT museum near by, don’t miss it! We highly recommend this Airbnb in Amsterdam for an amazing family vacation or weekend getaway. Staying at the houseboat was a wonderful experience & we can’t wait to come back! The garden was also gorgeous and had beautiful lights at night .The location was quiet , and we loved relaxing by the canal . We are truly grateful.