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Hans Brinker Budget Hotel

1.0 of 5
Kerkstraat 136 - 138, Amsterdam 1017 GR, The Netherlands
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    2.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    2.5 of 5 stars
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

We had a fantastic stay at this place, possibly because we shared with friends. The staff were all extremely welcoming and were a great laugh, in the underground club the staff were again amazing often engaging with us all and having a laugh. Happy hour at 5pm is also brilliant, 2 pints for the price of 1! In terms of... More

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5 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

The price is great with a good bar and club on its own, breakfast is buffet style with plenty of ham cheese bread eggs cereals milk coffee tea etc, location is great near the trams and some bars, pharmacy, mc donalds as it is a 15 minutes walk into amsterdam central, now the ugly, the place is occupied by students... More

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Verona, Italy
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37 reviews 37 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

The hostel is very cheap, near the center of the city so, of course, you cannot pretend too much... We had a 4 persons private room with bathroom. Everything was clean and confortable. The breakfast (included in the price of the room) was OK (I've eaten way worse in hotels that aren't this cheap).

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013 via mobile

This hostel took a while to get used to. To get to it you pass a gorgeous cafe, a sex shop and a 'coffee shop' - this is Amsterdam summed up! Reception was adequate, the room was clean and tidy. However the bathroom is a fish bowl so be prepared to have glass between you and your friend whilst showering... More

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HansBrinkerAms, Manager at Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Hi! Thanks for your review!! About our bathrooms, only a few 2 persons bedrooms have the walls of glass. All our dorms have private bathrooms! We hope you've had a great stay in Amsterdam and at the Hans Brinker Hotel! Greetings, Hans Brinker More

London, United Kingdom
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19 reviews 19 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

price wise it is superb. The rooms are clean. the receptionists were really helpful and looked after us even though we messed up the booking. Its good, as its got a bar and a club that only residents can use. it felt secure too. free WiFi is a bonus. I found it clean and tidy and the location was good.... More

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HansBrinkerAms, Manager at Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Hi! Thanks for the great review! We hope to welcome you again soon in Amsterdam and at the Hans Brinker Hotel! Greetings, Hans Brinker More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013 via mobile

Excellent location, easy walking distance to all major attractions. A couple of bike hire shops opposite too. Was a school rugby group or something staying at the same time we did who kept the noise levels up in the bar the first night. Cheap simple meals available. Wifi only available in public spaces.

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HansBrinkerAms, Manager at Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Hi!! Thanks for the review! Currently we are renovating our underground club, so the next time you're visiting our hotel, it's even more fun! Greetings, Hans Brinker More

Senior Contributor
47 reviews 47 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Pricewise cant complain €18 a night is really cheap in Amsterdam and you get breakfast as well.If you just want a roof over your head its good.If you want to relax after a long day around the town forget this place. Bar staff are nice. Shower not so good.Big downside was the students who were in the hotel what a... More

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HansBrinkerAms, Manager at Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hi! Sorry to hear the inconvenience you've experienced during your stay with the fire alarm! Hopefully you've had a great stay in Amsterdam after all! Greetings, Hans Brinker More

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Milan, Italy
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The only thing to say is that without their funny and intriguing marketing strategy they would be just a common low-quality budget hotel. Yet, they've been smart, and by definitely lowering your expectations, they ensure you to be happy and feel safe with what you find! Besides this, it's a good place to spend a few nights in Amsterdam: perfectly... More

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HansBrinkerAms, Manager at Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hi!! Thanks for your review!!! We hope you've had a great stay in Amsterdam and we hope to welcome you again next time you're visiting Amsterdam! Greetings, Hans Brinker More

Donadea, Kildare, Ireland
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

First of all, the 'Worst Hostel in the world' title is clearly just for marketing purposes! Organised a college trip for 18 friends here in April 2013 for 2 nights. Picked the place as somewhat of a last resort but it worked out well. Lockers in the rooms were also supplied at no extra charge. Rooms, bed linen and bathrooms... More

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HansBrinkerAms, Manager at Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hi Cillian, Thanks for your great review!!!We hope you've had a great stay in Amsterdam and at the Hans Brinker Hotel!! About the distance to the centre: we are located in the middle of the centre, between the canals. From the hotel it's a 3 minute walk to the famous Leidseplein entertainment area. To the museum district (Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh... More

Poznan, Poland
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17 reviews 17 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Ok- it is very specific hostel so it is hard to rate it... This hostel is known as a most dirty hostel in the world ( owner wrote it on describtion ;) ) so you what you can expect... And this is right- everythoing is terrible- the rooms are very small and it looks like in the jail ;) everywhere... More

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HansBrinkerAms, Manager at Hans Brinker Budget Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hi! Thanks for your review! True, we don't offer many luxuries but we are one of the cheapest hostels (especially with our continental breakfast including) in Amsterdam with the best location! We hope you've had a great stay in Amsterdam and we hope to welcome you again soon! Greetings, Hans Brinker More

 
 
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What travellers say

  • Happy Hour(12)
  • Top bunk(9)
  • Club downstairs(6)
  • Young people(6)
  • Great Place(5)
  • Ground floor(4)
  • Pretty good(3)
  • Bread Butter(3)

Additional Information about Hans Brinker Budget Hotel

Address: Kerkstraat 136 - 138, Amsterdam 1017 GR, The Netherlands
Region: The Netherlands > North Holland Province > Amsterdam
Hotel Style:
Ranked #72 of 139 Speciality lodging in Amsterdam
Price range (per night): S$56 - 137
Hotel Class:1 star (1*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Hans-Brinker is one of Amsterdam's most famous hostels...also known as 'The Most XXXclusive Budget Hotel.' Here you will find: NO PARKING, NO SAUNA, NO BELLBOYS, NO AIR CONDITIONING, NO MINIBARS, NO ROOM SERVICE....but you will find clean basic rooms in the centre of Amsterdam! In short, this is a very good money for value hostel, and promises a very pleasant stay and a good and happy feeling for the duration of your stay. We would happily recommend it to anyone. ... more   less 
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