Ellen's place is in the best location, right near the canals in de Jordaan and a 5-15 min walk from just about everywhere you need to get to. Her artifacts and collections from her time in Africa are on display everywhere and it's so fun to take a look at everything and hear her stories. Her food suggestions were spot on and she offered to help me by booking tickets for Anne Frank Museum or a special exhibition I wanted to see at Rijksmuseum. I can't wait to stay in the comfy bed again next time I'm in Amsterdam!