The Stella Rask was a wonderful place to stay if you are into something different in Amsterdam. The wharf that she is anchored in is very quiet and a great retreat after a busy day day of sight seeing, biking in the crowds downtown. We sleept so well and peacefully at night with the sound of the rain and the light lap of water against the boat and the wonderful life outside our port holes. It was very unique experience that really anhanced our entire stay in amsterdam. Once you get used to using the trams, its easy to go downtown or just walking downdown and through all the districts is a lot of fun. but hiring bikes is the best and most fun to explore the area.