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Gandalf Passenger Ship Reviews

Oosterdok 2 Dock 1, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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90%Overall Rating

From 41 ratings
  • 92%Character
  • 86%Security
  • 89%Location
  • 95%Staff
  • 90%Atmosphere
  • 91%Cleanliness

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97%

great place to stay and I pull return. excellent time on the boat


97%

Was a great boat, amazing breakfast, spacious rooms and dinning hall bit. Next to the Nemo, not far from the Red Light district or main train station. I would highly recommend. Hans is a great host and helpful.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • All Female Group, 25-30
  • (6 reviews)


100%

Breakfast provided is good, and he makes great eggs. Centrally located, able to walk from ship to most of central amsterdam.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Singapore
  • Couple, 25-30
  • (1 review)


80%

This place is great, not quite in the city centre it's a little walk but with a nice view of the boat lakes. The owner is great and the whole place is quite friendly. The rooms are small but cute, it's a nice experience as I had never slept on a house boat before. This is not a party, was good accom to do family touristing from


100%

The B&B is great, we have nothing to complain about. We especially liked the gorgeous dog that lives on the boat!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 18 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


87%

It's a very nice place to stay and it's just about a 15 minute walking to the center of Amsterdam.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 09 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Mexico
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (1 review)


97%

It was a great experience staying in Gandalf. Location is good, not far away from central station, and being in a quiet dock, you can enjoy a peaceful night after all great things you see in the day time. Hosts are really nice, beautiful room, lovely breakfast, clean and basic room.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (1 review)


93%

It is a lovely ship with a great atmosphere and a nice host. Don`t know about facilities like washing mashine etc. because we only stayed a while, but I would recommend it.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Czech Republic
  • Male, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


93%

simply wonderful! i would recommend to anyone who is looking for an alternative, stylish stay in amsterdam, seeking a little isolation from the regular tourist crowd while still being centrally located.


87%

To sleep in this ship was a nice experience. The captain is very kind, the breakfast is good and the room was clean. The ship has a very good location. The room was small as expected, but it is enough for a short stay. I'd stay again in the same ship.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Colombia
  • Female, 31-40
  • (6 reviews)


100%

This Hostel is excellent. Apart from the feeling of being in a ship, Hans the cap'tn is really kind and helpful. The breakfast is quite big, you're close to the centre of the city. Apples, tea and coffee for free at any time. One of the best experiences!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Spain
  • Male, 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

We stayed for one night between Christmas and New Year and we couldn't fault the accommodation or staff. The cabin that we stayed in was clean and had everything that we needed. It was full of character and a very comfortable nights sleep. Breakfast was excellent and Hans, the owner, was a great host. The location is just next to the Nemo centre and 10 min walk from the station. It's well lit at night and safe. We would stay again when we visit Amsterdam next.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Couple, 31-40
  • (1 review)


97%

A special experience in this ship, the Captain is very nice. Like it very much!

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


97%

Great breakfast! Everything very good for the price.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Brazil
  • Male, 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


100%

This was one of my favorite ever hostelling/B&B experiences! Cool, laid-back atmosphere, cozy common area, and great service. I shared a room with two friends and found the price very reasonable for a place right near Amsterdam's Central Station.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 18-24
  • (6 reviews)


90%

The attention was perfect, the place is really nice and well located.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 22 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Male, 25-30
  • (5 reviews)




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