Donkere Spaarne, 2011 JH Haarlem, Netherlands
#14 of 14 B&Bs and Inns in Haarlem
Guests' ChoiceBased on 116 hotel reviews
7.5Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.7
Location
9.0
Facilities
7.0
Staff
8.4
Value for money
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 May 2024
Zoltán
Hungarythe narrow space. This lodging is only under 80 or rather 70 kilograms and fit to jump to the upper bed.
the location, it was in the middle of the town, so the view was quite acceptable and interesting, more over have never live on a boat on a canal, at last the tight place, the breakfast was good and enough. More over - becouse of the air - I slept 10 hours and I got in an extraordinary good health after the staying.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Teresa
CanadaThe boat was comfortable. Small room but I wasn't going to be in there much. There was a room on the main deck where you could sit and visit with other travelers, free coffee/tea. Breakfast was also served in this room.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Luc
CanadaBreakfast was really good and varied. There was plenty of everything Room is small but you are there to visit not hangout in the room. Anyway the common area makes up for it. It’s big and comfy.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Vlasta
Czech RepublicEverything was alright.
Very friendly staff, comfortably beds, good breakfest in the center of a beatiful city. Definitely recommend to experience thé atmosphere od sleeping on the boat .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Maxine
CanadaThe room was a little small, but there was enough places to tuck stuff away
First time staying on a houseboat, it was fun. We met some nice people and the bed was super comfy
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Joe
NetherlandsEverything
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 December 2023
Julia
AustraliaRoom is very small as are the facilities but I think that is fairly portrayed in the pictures so you get what you book.
Stayed here for one night and it did the job of good value in good location and the novelty of staying on a boat. Breakfast included was a bonus!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 December 2023
Mark
United KingdomShower facilities were rather basic.
The ship was moored very close to the centre of Haarlem - very easy access historic centre There was a quiet and restful atmosphere on board. Beds were comfortable and warm Friendly staff.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Pablo
SwedenGood breakfast. Good location.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Reem
United KingdomShared bathrooms had a cleaning smell, room had a spider in the window and you could not close it.
Beds and sink were clean, shared space upstairs was nice.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Ben
United KingdomThe room had a stench Some bits were not clean with cobwebs and dirt etc Beds were a bit uncomfortable and small (but expected this on a boat) I never saw any staff members at arrival or departure
Cheapest accommodation for a solo travel that wasn’t a hostel near Amsterdam Easy to get to and in a nice location Free Breakfast was a nice touch
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Alice
IrelandProbably the cleanliness in some parts of our cabin but can't say it was a massive issue.
Very cute and cozy and in a fantastic area. Good price for what we got
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Josh
United StatesShower is a bit musty, but it is a boat
Great value, great location(s), and a really great staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 September 2023
Viktor
Czech RepublicFor some people the space may be too small. However, what I see as a bigger problem is the thin walls - you could hear almost everything outside of your cabin. Also it was pretty hot in the cabin. :( I had trouble sleeping.
Looking for something different? Try this! I loved when I woke up and the breakfast was ready to eat - on a boat with an incredible view out of the windows. Staff was really kind! :) good location Extremely cheap and worth the price (Everywhere on the boat there are welcoming texts and I really liked that. All this made me feel like home!)
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Eric
CanadaTiny airless cabins, shared bathrooms were contortionist miniscule damp cupboards
Well located, decent make it yourself breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Sakhaei
SwitzerlandThe rooms were slightly hot.
The city and the surroundings were beautiful. The rooms were clean. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 9 September 2023
Jan
Czech RepublicTasty breakfast
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Matt
AustraliaGreat price, very central location, something different to a hotel!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2023
Sonja
ItalyThe bathroom was disgusting. The cabin was pretty small.
First of all, it’s a boat. The location was beautiful and the breakfast very good.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Robert
FinlandFor this price I just can't complain :)
The location is outstanding! Also the price you can't beat.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Keith
IrelandThe rooms are smaller than imagined, but it's normal due the nature of being a boat. The walls are thin and can get hard to sleep with the noise.
The staff was super helpful and kind, the breakfast was beyond expectations, really yummi and fresh ingredients. Loved the experience of staying in a boat.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Yasir
United KingdomCharging slot in 2 bunker room is only 1.
Everything is perfect. Good experience of this accomodations in boat. Good Breakfast.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Andrew
IrelandSize of the bunk. Too short, too narrow.
The age of the boat, the moorings in both Haarlem and Amsterdam were fantastic. Raphael was helpful, friendly and accommodating.Breakfast was generous with a wide selection of food.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Brandon
FranceIt was easily found and very easy check in
Stayed in July 2023
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