We really enjoyed our stay at the Backroom. Prior to our stay we received lots of helpful information and directions, and Shawna and X replied promptly to all our messages. They even let us drop our bags off earlier in the day before check in which was really nice of them.
The Backroom itself is so cute and has a lovely vibe. It also feel very private and peaceful - not just a place to lay your head, but a genuinely nice place to chill.
Location is outstanding - everything you could possibly want is within a 20 minute walk (or a 5/10 minute bike ride). It's also one bus away from the airport which takes around 35 min, much cheaper than getting the train from Centraal. There's some lovely cafés right on your doorstep (major shout out to Koffiespot which is less than 200m away). Despite being so central it is actually very peaceful and quiet, and you will definitely not be having your sleep disturbed by noise.
You have to walk through the ground floor of the main house to get to the Backroom - I don't know why some reviews seem to mention this as a negative thing - it is clearly outlined in the description. It doesn't really feel much like walking through someone's home in an intrusive way, and X was super chill.
The little courtyard area was a massive selling point for us - just sitting out there in nice weather was so lovely.
The main point that I didn't expect was that there are large windows along the ceiling which do not have curtains or blinds. This does mean that, in Spring or Summer, you are likely to be woken up at sunrise if you are a lighter sleeper. This didn't bother me as I sleep like the dead, but definitely bring an eye mask with you. In hot weather I do think it might get a little unbearable with the greenhouse effect from the window - they have fans but I imagine in the height of summer it wouldn't do much. Fortunately we went in perfect weather for it, as the place warmed up during the day to keep it from getting cold at night.
The final thing I'd mention (as mentioned in other reviews) is the bathroom door doesn't quite close firmly, and is FAR from soundproof 🤣 my girlfriend and I have lived together for years in a small studio flat so we weren't remotely bothered, but I would say don't go here with anyone you wouldn't be comfortable with this!
Overall, I would really recommend this place for a spring/early summer city break - great service, location, and lovely vibes.