We enjoyed staying at this apartment, and would stay here again.
Pros:
- The location is great, near museums, cafes, restaurants and parks. We walked into the heart of the city a few times.
- The outside terrace is really nice for relaxing after your big day. It's not a lovely view or anything, but it's a pleasant space to see the sky.
- The king bed is more comfortable than most.
- Martine left lots of local tips and suggestions for us.
Cons:
- As others have noted, the stairs are serious. They are steep (almost ship's ladder steep) and narrow and they make a few turns. If you have large bags, they'll be a challenge. I'm in good shape, but my heart rate was elevated by the time I reached the top.
- The king bed is great, but one side is next to the wall, so it's awkward to get in and out of bed for the person on that side.
- The kitchen is very small, and the host just leaves a couple of shelves free in the fridge. Something to think about if you're staying for a while.
Tip: We really enjoyed the cute little BakkerSwinkel cafe for breakfast & lunch. It's just a couple of blocks to the right, just before the canal. Address is Roelof Hartstraat 68.