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Weteringschans 123A, Amsterdam 1017 SC, The Netherlands
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Blue Moon Bed & Breakfast Amsterdam
Ranked #55 of 234 Amsterdam B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
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Orlando, FL, USA
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Thank you for a GREAT vacation!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011
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Let me start by saying two things: (1) I always read tons of reports before I finally choose a place, and (2) this was a last-minute vacation.

I have been to Amsterdam a few times, but this was my partner's first trip. We just wanted to get away for a week. Yes, we wanted to do some touristy things, but mostly we wanted to be in cooler summer weather (we live in Florida) and we wanted to take it easy walking along the canals, eating out, and being on vacation.

Houses in Amsterdam are old, narrow buildings, one right up against the next. Blue Moon is one of these buildings. We think the whole building has 5 floors on it, but we're not sure. It has 2 places for rent: the Contemporary Suite and the Nouveau Suite.

We had the Nouveau Suite, and we loved our place. It was perfect for what we wanted. It had a big bedroom, a bathroom, and a separate sitting room. I'll try to paint a picture. You open the door into a small foyer perhaps 8 ft by 4 ft and see two doors. One door is your bedroom with the bath, and the other is the sitting room.

Both rooms have huge windows overlooking the street below and the park and canal across the street. Just beyond that are the museums. These windows were important for us because we slept with them wide open at night because the July temperatures were only in the upper 60s, which we loved.

FYI: It can be hot in summer and there is no air conditioning. This is not a complaint; it is a fact. I get so tired of people complaining that it was hot in the summer. (Duh... summer... hot...) but we were lucky with the cooler temps, and we used the fan, too. [NOTE: If you want a hermetically sealed room, go to a chain hotel.]

This is not a chain hotel; you are in a real Dutch house/building. You will have to walk up STEEP stairs. (51 steps in fact to get to our room!).

We were very well taken care of during our week. We asked for help with an adaptor so I could use my Apple Computer and were quickly given the right apparatus. We asked for a blanket and were given a blanket. We asked for info on restaurants and were given information.

We like B&Bs, but you should know that we felt Blue Moon was more like a cross between having your own apartment and having a true B&B experience. We travel a lot, and we have stayed in B&Bs and in apartments -- and try to avoid hotel chains when possible because we want to meet locals. We have nothing but positive things to say about Blue Moon.

The location of the place is excellent. If you have ever been to Amsterdam, you know that it is FULL of tourists and young backpackers who are suddenly facing legalized marijuana cafes and glass brothels, and you can imagine the mayhem. We are very happy to report that Blue Moon's location is just right -- away from all that nonsense (we don't smoke) but close enough to the touristy stuff. PLUS it's only a few blocks from open-air marketplaces where REAL Amsterdamers shop for their goods.

I'll repeat my introduction: I am an analyzer who reads tons of reports before making a hotel selection. Blue Moon is a GREAT destination. It has wireless (email junkie here!), a great location, and a very good price. You will be helped as much as you want to be helped, and you'll be given a key plus instructions for everything.

This one is a no-brainer, and I know that we will DEFINITELY be staying here again on our next trip.

PS Restaurants: Leave the hotel, turn right, and walk to the square: Leidesplein. There are many restaurants there. Be prepared for different types of food: Argentinean steaks (expensive), pasta (can be cheap), Indian (good), etc, but the best value we found in a Dutch restaurant (we saw only ONE!!!) in this Ledesplein area on a side street. The best lunch values were back in the Albert Cuyp Market, which is close to the hotel but a few blocks the other direction.

Room Tip: We did not see the Contemporary Suite, so we can't comment on that room. We liked our room fine...
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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Cumbria
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“What a great place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011
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My better half and I stayed at the Blue Moon for a weekend in late June, to celebrate her birthday. We were on an early flight into amsterdam on a Saturday, and it was simplicity itself to find. A short train journey from Schipol to Central Station, then a choice of 3 trams to get us within a few minuteswalk of our lovely accommodation.
Our room had a nice view over a small park to the Rijksmuseum, the adjacent sitting room had a fridge to store our alcohol, and the roof terrace was the perfect place to drink it, with a lovely sunny aspect and great views. Our host met us as arranged, patiently answered our questions,advised us on dining out/sightseing etc and provided wine glasses!
The weather was glorious, and we spent our time strolling the streets, took the obligatory canal cruise and had a fascinating 4 hour walking tour.
We enjoyed it so much we are returning to the Blue Moon again in late August, this time for museums...unless it is warm & sunny again, when we shall take full advantage of the roof terrace for pre-dinner drinks.
Did I mention how quiet it was, away from the hubbub of the centre, yet only minutes by tram.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Houston, Texas
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Great location and great value”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2011
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My husband rented a room for a week in April. Actually, it turned out to be two rooms. There was a sitting room and a seperate bedroom and bath. Both rooms had windows that looked out over a serene park and on the otherside of the park was the Rikks Museum and the Van Gogh Museum. This was a perfect location near many parks, restaurants and tram stops. Just about everything is in walking distance. There was even a roof top desk that looked out on a canal. Very romantic at night.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Washington, DC
1 review
“Pleasant B&B/Wonderful Host”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2010

I wanted to stay at a B&B on my most recent 4-day trip that I took to Amsterdam, so I chose the Blue Moon mainly based on the presentation of their website, including photos of the two suites. I have to say that the location worked out well for my mate and me. We were able to walk to the Van Gogh Museum, which was just blocks away, as well as to Leiden Square to partake in its many food, drink, and club offerings. We stayed in the Contemporary Suite, which is the suite facing the street. The suite was a good size and had a separate “sitting area”, which was a wonderful place to eat breakfast in the morning. The proprietor, Taufik, was simply wonderful, accommodating, thoughtful, and attentive -- we could not have asked for a better host. There is truth in the other reviews of this B&B, so I won’t repeat them here, but overall, I do recommend this B&B to any traveler, except those who have any physical disabilities/impairments or the elderly would have problems negotiating the very steep 2 flights of steps up to the Blue Moon suites.

  • Stayed October 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Washington, DC
1 review
“Great location, beautiful and quiet room -- with a few quirks.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2010

I came to stay for four days in Amsterdam after many weeks of hard work in Africa. I was ready to relax and relax I did! The Blue Moon is difficult to find from the street (there's only a very small plaque above the doorbell - no sign) and there's not much in the way of common space -- just a narrow set of stairways. But the room itself was gorgeous! Beautifully decorated, with windows facing the canals and letting in lots of light. The bathroom was also beautiful although no toiletries were included so I had to go out and buy my own shampoo, conditioner and body wash (a minor annoyance, but one that I think would be worth addressing). Breakfast was served in my room each morning and was delicious -- croissants, jam, fruit, yogurt, meats and cheeses. I had a friend come in from a nearby down in Holland and stay with me during two of my four nights, and once the inkeeper realized this, he brought extra breakfast for my friend as well. Taufik, the inkeeeper was very attentive and patient when I had trouble paying him (my credit cards had been stolen and it took me a couple of days to get cash). This was very much appreciated! My one other negative comment is that, in four days, my room was never cleaned. My trash wasn't taken out, and my sheets and towels weren't replaced. Again, not a deal-breaker, but for such a nice place (and for the price), I would have liked to have the towels changed and trash emptied at least every other day. Still, overall a great location, beautiful room and definitely a spot that I would recommend.

  • Stayed September 2010, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Weteringschans 123A, Amsterdam 1017 SC, The Netherlands
Price range (per night):* INR7,337 - 11,482

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