Olaf’s place is a cozy, clean room with an attached bathroom that made staying in Amsterdam even more enjoyable. It is located a short walk from De Negen Straatjes and Vondelpark with many places to eat and drink nearby including a superb foodhallen. It is a 30 minute walk to the main train station (45 if you take your time going through Amsterdam Centrum) and you do have to climb 52 steps to reach your room so be prepared if you are a heavy packer.
The room itself is a clean and small bedroom with many Amsterdam-themed decorations. There is a coffee/tea station complete with cups and a kettle as well as many books and guides for Amsterdam. There was even an umbrella that came in handy for a rainy evening out. There is a large window with a view of the street and a thick curtain that keeps the room dark if needed. Despite the busy streets nearby, there is almost no noise when the window is closed at night. The bed is comfortable with a thick blanket to keep you warm. The attached bathroom is also clean with a nice toilet, sink and shower. There are many shampoos and soaps to choose from as well as a hairdryer. The water can get nice and hot, perfect if you prefer a steamy shower.
Olaf made our stay even better as he was very helpful with checking in and out. He was very kind and quick to respond, even giving us a terrific recommendation for dinner! If you want an attentive host, look no further.
Overall, Olaf’s place is a wonderful, cozy location to stay in Amsterdam, close to many great locations with an excellent host.