This was our first Airbnb-experience and we couldn’t be happier with our host.

Right after the booking we received welcoming message from Carolina in which she expressed her willingness to help and provide interesting tips for our visit. The communication was fast and accurate, and we got plenty of wonderful suggestions what to do during our holiday week. As the beginning of our journey was approaching, she sent clear instructions for us how to find the apartment and communicated with Whatsapp to help us.

When I arrived first to the apartment (my bf arrived later in the evening, points for the flexibility to our amazing host!), Carolina gave a tour in the apartment and explained everything we could find there and in the surrounding environment. She had also compiled a book of instructions where you can find restaurants, shops, interesting areas etc. nearby. And what was the most pleasant surprise, she had bought us food and drinks to the fridge!

The area itself is a wonderful combination of quiet neighbourhood and vibrant hipster community. You can get to the centrum around 12 minutes by bus but we suggest you rent bikes from the local rental bike shop just around the corner of Westerpark Sanctuary. There are many markets organised nearby where you can buy biofood, clothes, antiques etc. And let’s not forget the interesting bars and restaurants you can find around every corner (try Mossel & Gin!).

If you want to experience something beyond the common tourist spots of Amsterdam and you want to feel very welcomed during your trip, we warmly recommend that you stay at the Westerpark Sanctuary!