Staying on the Charlotte Johanna is an amazing experience! First off, location, location, location. In the heart of the Jordaan, restaurants and night life are steps away. In fact, we found the entire city within walking distance, from the Van Gogh Museum to Dam Square, it is all easily accessible from the houseboat.
The accommodations - fantastic. For us, the highlight of the Charlotte Johanna is the the deck which is a perfect viewing area for watching canal boats leisurely pass by. We began each morning on the deck with coffee and a croissant, and ended each evening with a glass of wine while watching the world go by. The deck has a magnificent view of Westerkirk and beautiful bridges in each direction. The master bedroom has a wonderfully large and comfortable bed with plenty of closet space. Main living area with the kitchen is a great place to unwind - comfortable and tastefully decorated. The main bathroom / shower area is roomy and a very workable space for a family of three/four. The second bedroom is in the front of the house boat and is a great space for another adult or a child or two.
The Host - Hans - outstanding. Hans met us at the Charlotte Johanna even though we had flight delay issues and arrived three hours after our expected arrival time - about 10 p.m. We found him to be welcoming, knowledgeable, informative, and willing to answer any questions or make suggestions for our stay. Hans is very quick to respond via email or phone, and stocked the fridge with wine, beer, and water for our arrival. We were also greeted by several fresh boquets of flowers throughout the houseboat. Hans is the perfect airbnb host!
We honestly can't say enough great things about our experience. If the Chrlotte Johanna is available, book it! Staying in Hans' place will enrich any Amsterdam experience!