INTERSAIL HOSTEL - AVONTUUR, Amsterdam

Intersail Hostel - Avontuur - A floating hostel with parquet-floor cabins and city-center connectivity

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, Intersail Hostel - Avontuur functions as both a stationary Amsterdam hotel and a sailing vessel that conducts multi-day trips through Dutch waterways. The hostel boat features compact wooden cabins with bunk beds, sinks, and parquet flooring, decorated in warm colors. Guests access shared bathrooms equipped with showers and hairdryers. The property provides complimentary continental breakfast from 9 AM, featuring rolls, bread, eggs, spreads, cereals, yogurts, and beverages. Intersail's amenities include a shared lounge, terrace, garden, library, computer station, and free WiFi throughout. Positioned 1 mile from Amsterdam Centraal and Dam Square, the hostel sits within a 10-minute walk from Waterlooplein. Cultural landmarks including the Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, Zoo Artis, Nemo Science Museum, Micropia, and Maritime Museum are all within 1.5 miles.

Pros

Annual sailing trips through the Netherlands available for group bookings

Multiple dining options within 0.5 miles, including Greetje, Restaurant DAK, and Bakers & Roasters

Easily identifiable with a large Intersail sign on the vessel's exterior

Complimentary self-parking available at Parking Oosterdok and P+R Zeeburg

Cons

Shared bathroom facilities only

Some cabins are notably compact