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BackStage Hotel Reviews

Leidsegracht 114, Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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88%Overall Rating

From 18 ratings
  • 91%Character
  • 88%Security
  • 87%Location
  • 90%Staff
  • 90%Atmosphere
  • 84%Cleanliness

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90%

A really nice place, conveniently situated if you're into parties and/or Rijksmuseum. You'll have to walk for a while or take a tram to get to the Red Light district or Rembrands house, though. The staff was really friendly and helpful. Except for the last day, when we forgot that it was our last day in Amster. And we returned in the late afternoon to find our things all crammed into a garbage bag in the backroom beside the bin. Not nice.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 28 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Russia
  • All Female Group, 25-30
  • (11 reviews)


83%

I loved the relaxed atmosphere of the hotel, I felt very comfortable and safe coming here as a single female traveler. The staff was very friendly and very helpful when I had questions. They also had a killer band play on Saturday which made the place a lot of fun. The one note I would have are that it is located a bit outside of the center but it is close to a tram line and a major piazza so its easy to get around and you don't feel too isolated.


100%

Nice staff, cool atmosphere, clean rooms, good value for money, I would stay here again... Tipp: Don't come with big luggage cause the stairs are narrow and steep.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Chile
  • Male, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


97%

Everything was fine! Big thanks to the staff!:) one tiny detail that wasn't that awesome: despite the no-smoking policy, the room smelled like an ashtray and the window was broken; it was not possible to leave it open and let fresh air in.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Hungary
  • Couple, 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

everything was perfect! yes,many steep stairs,but what to do? you re in amsterdam! every building is like that! we stayed on the fourth floor,in a double ensuite room- i truly believe we had the beat room!location perfect ,staff as friendly as it gets, clean,very nice view!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Greece
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Great to hear you've enjoyed your stay and the stairs! People who visit Amsterdam for the first time have to get used to our Amsterdam staircases...Best regards from the whole staff! CU next time!

87%

Great hotel full of character, and the staff are really friendly. Location was also great right in the centre of Amsterdams music scene. The only thing I would critise is the noise at night. But then again it is something you have to expect as Amsterdam has a buzzing nightlife. Overall highly recommended and I look forward to staying again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Couple, 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
THNX Ema for yoyr kind review! CU next time BackStage! Best regards, Hans

90%

Really really comfortable hostel, expected cooler themes rooms but the hospitality of the staff were amazing. They were SO patient and helpful it literally felt like home! Would definitely stay there again and reccomend it :) only thing we weren't happy about was the rude wake up call!! There should be a late check out option.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

Great location! Really great place to stay. The rooms were cleaned daily. The rooms were really nice, the beds were comfortable, the rooms were heated, sink and safes in the rooms, awesome decor throughout, owner was really nice and friendly and helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Would stay there again.


93%

Staff were friendly and helpful. Location is good and not far from main square was clean and rooms were good.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Scotland
  • Male, 18-24
  • (1 review)


80%

Great location

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female, 31-40
  • (2 reviews)


77%

Clean, friendly hostel. Front bar was a bit empty. Be careful of booking double rooms as the hostel doesn't distinguish between doubles and twins.

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi, Next time let us know if you want the beds made up as double. We provide a topdeks for free which turns a twin into a double. Thank you for staying & reviewing! Happy Holidays, Hans

77%

friendliy staff

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Switzerland
  • Male, 25-30
  • (1 review)


90%

One of the nicest hostels I have stayed in. Very comfortable beds and living environment.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (8 reviews)




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