About

The Pig is a strictly over-18s backpacker hostel, world-famous for its laid back atmosphere, private guests-only bar, indoor smoking room and friendly, helpful staff. This lively bar has regular event nights like beer pong tournaments and karaoke along with the cheapest beer in the city and daily drinks specials! Here, you'll meet plenty of fellow travellers soaking up the Amsterdam vibe.

Converted from a cosy Amsterdam townhouse, The Flying Pig has plenty of charm spread over 6 floors. All rooms are accessed via the main staircase - there is no elevator so be prepared for a climb!

The Flying Pig Uptown provides a comfy, freshly made bed on arrival, free use of the reception safe for small valuables, free Wi-Fi throughout the building and a secure 24-hour reception with no night curfews or lockout. Access is by keycard.

All beds come equipped with a reading light and individual lockers in the rooms (bring your own padlock or buy one at reception for 5 EUR). It is advised to bring your own towel, but if you forget, you can rent one for just €2. Please make sure to return the towel after use.

Fuel up for your Amsterdam adventures with our continental breakfast - prebook for just €7!
There are supermarkets nearby if you want to cook yourself a gourmet meal in our guest kitchen or treat yourself to the delicious pizzas available at the bar!

Located perfectly central in-between the museum and fashion district, the Vondelpark and Leidseplein, where the best concert-halls, clubs, bars and coffee shops are and most locals go out. You'll get that real Amsterdam feel and are still close enough to the red light district, which is only a 25-minute walk.

Take a stroll through Amsterdam's famous park: the beautiful Vondelpark, right outside the hostel doors - enjoy some drinks, smokes, or have a picnic. You can also check out the free musical and cultural performances on the park stage or play games with your (new) friends out on the open grassy areas.

If you're in for some culture, the Van Gogh, Stedelijk and Rijksmuseum are just around the corner, same as the beautiful Concert Building. Do you want to explore the Red Light District, some historic sites or Chinatown? Just take a stroll - everything is within walking distance. Public transport is close by, too.

But there's always more: go shopping at one of the local markets (such as the Albert Cuijp in the Pijp area) or the 'Nine Little Streets', drink a beer at the Amsterdam Heineken Experience or the numerous craft breweries like Brouwerij’ Het Ij or Gebrouwen Door Vrouwen or have a wild night out in the pop temple Paradiso, within crawling-home distance.

Please note that the Flying Pig has an age restriction; guests from above 18 to the eternal young at heart! Guests under 18 will not be accommodated. A form of Photo Identification is required upon check in. Accepted forms are a valid passport or national ID card. Driving licences are NOT accepted. Please note that we only accept groups of up to 10 people through Hostelworld and the maximum length of stay is 7 nights.

Non-Refundable Rate
This reservation is non-refundable. The remaining balance of your stay may be charged at any time after the booking is confirmed.

Free Cancellation Rate
You may cancel your reservation free of charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled arrival date. In the event of a no-show or cancellation made within 24 hours of arrival, the full booking amount will be charged. The remaining balance of your stay may be charged within 24 hours of arrival.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Coworking Space
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
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Reviews

8.2Fabulous(9907)
  • Value for Money
    7.7
  • Security
    8.9
  • Atmosphere
    8.1
  • Cleanliness
    7.4
  • Staff
    8.9
  • Location
    9.0
  • Facilities
    7.5
Summary of traveller reviews

Flying Pig Uptown in Amsterdam is praised for its fantastic location, close to Vondelpark and museums. Guests enjoy the social atmosphere and friendly staff. Some recent reviews mention issues with bathroom cleanliness and small spaces, particularly the toilets. The property is well-suited for young travellers looking for a lively experience.

Stayed in Sept 2026
7.7
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Abbie
Female, 18-24, Scotland
Enjoyed my stay! Easy to get to from Schiphol by tram and check-in was very straightforward. Toilets/showers were relatively clean (the showers are more of a wet-room). The hairdryer/mirror area was great for getting ready, and hairdryers are free to use. If arriving late, the rooms are pitch black and lockers are noisy, with little space to change. I also found the bed quite scary as there’s a big drop from it with no railing on one side.
Stayed in Sept 2026
6.3
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Isla
Female, 18-24, England
Not gonna lie...this is definitely one of the more poor hostels I've stayed in. The atmosphere in the downstairs area was very nice, but the kitchen is tiny and incredibly unclean, despite being shut until 13:00. The staff came into my room during the day to nap in a 'spare' bed, and two members of staff were even flirting in my room which was a little uncomfortable. The hostel is nice but the staff are a bit unprofessional.
Stayed in Sept 2026
8.3
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Mary
Female, 25-30, USA
had an AWESOME time here! great location, rooms were clean, beer was cheap, and the smoking room area was a great hangout spot, with lots of board and card games! it was very easy to meet people there, and i was even luckier to have had some great people in my room! There was an en-suite bathroom which was super convenient! Bathrooms were not always the cleanest, but overall a great stay!
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Location

Vossiusstraat 46, Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.7km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

Flying Pig Uptown is located near Leidseplein, the Rijksmuseum, and the Van Gogh Museum, and is also next to the large Vondelpark, a popular relaxation spot. We like that this hostel has a bar and smoking area downstairs and is "very close to bars and the tram stop," according to our guests. Several visitors have also told us they appreciate the homey atmosphere, which feels "more like hanging out in a friend's house than a hostel."