My friend and I enjoyed a lovely stay at B&B de 9 Straatjes. The room was up three flights of steep stairs (no lift access) and was very clean, including a kettle, fridge and microwave. There was one large double bed and a reading nook (with books and board games). The walk-in shower was in the bedroom and we had use of a private bathroom. The room would be ideal for couples.

The room is located above Raymond's bar, which can be noisy until the early hours (we stayed on a Friday and Saturday night and could hear people talking, but not music). How disruptive guests might find this will vary for each individual, but earplugs were thoughtfully provided should these be needed. The room felt safe and secure, and it is located only a short walk from the restaurants and bars of Leidseplein. We weren't too far from the train station in one direction, or the museum quarter in the other.

Raymond is a lovely host. When we met, my friend and I agreed our preferred breakfast time with him and the following morning he brought us bread, cheese, meat, jam and juice. He was very accommodating in bringing us breakfast at 7.00am as requested. He recommended places to visit and made sure we felt at home.