The Bulldog Hotel Amsterdam is located in the center of the city, and claims to be the first five-star rated hostel in the world. Benefits included with a stay at The Bulldog include 24-hour reception, fresh sheets and towels daily, free wireless Internet, free walking tours and access to laundry facilities, according to the Bulldog. The hostel is video secured and will accommodate female only or non-smoking rooms. Visitors can choose to stay in a dorm, private room, luxury room or an apartment depending on their length of stay and price preference. If it is your birthday you can receive a free night stay, and student identification cards will get you a five to ten percent discount, according to the Bulldog.
The Bulldog Hotel Amsterdam
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 220 1012 GJ
Amsterdam, Netherlands
0031-(0)20-620-38-22
bulldoghotel.com
The Amsterdam Flying Pig Hostels have two locations in the city center, one located uptown and the other downtown. Either location will have you in the heart of Amsterdam, surrounded by the attractions and nightlife that travelers desire. The Flying Pig Hostels cater specifically to a younger clientele, and only visitors aged 18 to 40 are allowed to stay, according to the Flying Pig. Benefits that are included in the price of a stay include breakfast, linen service, free wireless internet, lockers, guides and free city tours, according to the Flying Pig. Both hostels also feature fully equipped kitchens where guests can cook their own meals.
The Flying Pig Uptown Hostel
Vossiusstraat 46 1071 AJ
Amsterdam, Netherlands
31-(20)-400-41-87
flyingpig.nl/hostels/flyingpiguptown.php
The Flying Pig Downtown Hostel
Nieuwendijk 100 1012 MR
Amsterdam, Netherlands
31-(0)-20-420-68-22
flyingpig.nl/hostels/flyingpigdowntown.php
The Heart of Amsterdam is a Hollywood inspired hostel with theme rooms such as their "Pulp Fiction" and "Austin Powers" rooms. The hostel is located in the red light district and is only a three minute walk from the central station, according to the Heart of Amsterdam. Benefits that come with a stay at the hostel include custom designed beds, personal electric sockets, personal reading light, free Skype phone access, free wireless Internet, daily fresh towels, cable TV, 24-hour reception service and a full breakfast buffet, according to the Heart of Amsterdam.
Heart of Amsterdam Hostel
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 118-120 1012 DT
Amsterdam, Netherlands
31-(0)-20-624-8879
heart-hostel.nl/default.asp?contentID=1206
