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The Bolster

3.0 star property
Adults-only hotel in Amsterdam

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Interior
Staircase
Lobby sitting area
Basic Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Thorbeckeplein 3, Amsterdam, 1017CS
  • Place, Rembrandt Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flower Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dam Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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City Double Room (Nightlife experience room) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

City Double Room (Nightlife experience room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, The Bolster is adjacent to Rembrandt Square and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like The 9 Streets. The 11 rooms at this 3-star hotel include espresso makers and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Rembrandt Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flower Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Amsterdam Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rijksmuseum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dam Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rembrandtplein Stop - 2 min walk
  • Rokin Station - 7 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco’s Outback - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SNOB - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New York Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eetsalon Van Dobben - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Club Prime - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bolster

Adults-only hotel in Amsterdam
At The Bolster, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Espresso makers and safes are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property does not have a Netherlands Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Bolster Hotel Amsterdam
Bolster Hotel
Bolster Amsterdam
The Bolster Hotel
The Bolster Amsterdam
The Bolster Hotel Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Bolster?

The Bolster offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Bolster?

This hotel is situated in Amsterdam City Centre, just steps from Rembrandt Square, and within a 10-minute walk of The 9 Streets and Amsterdam Museum. You'll also find Dam Square and Van Gogh Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Bolster?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Bolster have a casino?

No, The Bolster doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bolster?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Bolster good for couples?

Couples staying at this adults-only hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and an espresso maker.

Are there hot tubs at The Bolster?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Bolster feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Bolster doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Bolster allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Bolster though service animals are welcome.

Does The Bolster have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Bolster?

The closest major airport to The Bolster is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is 10.7 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Bolster?

No, at The Bolster, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

The Bolster Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 236 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Antonio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient South End Property

Typical of Amsterdam. No elevator and 4 flights of steps. I did expect this though-no surprises. I had to hand our luggage up to someone standing on the next level, there’s no way you’re carrying up- typical Amsterdam. Although the hotel is in a very busy plaza, the rooms are on the back and we couldn’t hear any of the loud crowds- I was surprised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in was not great, rude lady over the phone told us not her problem about the stairwell and no one around to help with the check in, very narrow and steep staircase that is winding. Extremely tiny room, have to step over the bed to get around, no room for any luggage, small bathroom, very hot at night and noisy due to bars that turn into nightclubs all night directly down below. Although, the location is good though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and accomodating. When you walk out of the door of the hotel, you are right at Rembrandt’s Square. Theee are several coffee shops nearby within a minute of two walk, several excellent restaurants. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kourosh, Las Vegas

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had no one to check us in and left us stranded in the streets
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman who checked me in on Thursday afternoon for my three day stay was very nice. I never saw anyone at the desk again. The room was fine (small European style room) and everything worked. It was clean and quiet on the back side of the building. The front side would have been noisier as the hotel is right on Rembrandtplein which has many pubs and restaurants. The location is quite convenient. One thing to know is that the stairs are very steep and narrow and I wouldn’t recommend carrying more than one bag at a time up those stairs which are not very well lit. Overall a very nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The woman at the reception who checked us in was the absolute nicest person and gave us so many recommendations.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place in the middle of town, bring your ropes and hiking gear to get into your room. No lift might hurt elderly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quaint, however its narrow staircase with no elevator made it daunting when carrying luggage up and down. On check out we did have help upon checkout so it took some stress away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia, Arlington

This is a good small hotel to spend the night. Centrally located to a lot of restaurants. Near public transportation. But is an old house converted to a hotel and is very noisy because bars stay open until very late at night. And there is no elevator and very small steep steps so hard to take big luggage to the 2nd and 3rd floor… but is no luggage and can go up the stairs with no issues. Good hotel. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Zac

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, in a good location. Rooms are also nicely furnished and fully equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to check in, nice and quiet considering there are bars all around the hotel. Fantastic location in the middle of Rembrandtplein, relatively quiet area and very close (walking distance) to the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

This is our second time at hotel now it’s reasonably priced in a good location to. will probably book again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

renee, medicine hat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Georgia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and decor was very nice. Easy access to surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Luke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Review was a nice walkable distance to everything and the staff were super friendly. The frustrating part was the A/c was actually turned off and having the window open to cool off room brought in the smell of fried food from restaurants nearby and loud music till the early am hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Angela

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The bar below us stays open until 4:00 or 5:00am depending on the night. The dj keeps the music going with a loud bass. Probably 80 people outside the bar chatting, yelling, smoking. Did not sleep properly any night. The room itself was small. There was a fridge which was great. And the bed was decent. Shower spills out into rest of bathroom. Staff were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time visiting Amsterdam and loved our stay at The Bolster. The hotel is conveniently located by the tram with access to the entire city. There are bars and restaurants right by the hotel as well as walkable options. The accommodations were right what we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Was looking forward to staying here at the bolster being a frequent traveller in Amsterdam I have spent a lot of time in Rembrandtplein but not stayed before, Prior to arrival I had good communication with the hotel to advise of my arrival (they asked) I agreed to arrive at stated booking time of 2pm On arrival I was told check is 3pm and my room Wouldn’t be ready till then, I loaded my booking and other booking providers information that all show booking is at 2pm as well messages from the hotel staff. The staff member on duty blamed in her words errors by low capacity staff that they give second chances too and allow to work. Why on earth this was needed to be told to me. Anyway my plans were ruined I had booked a private boat to celebrate a anniversary for 4pm and now had now where to get ready till 3pm. On return at 3 I was offered 2 miniature soft drinks as an apology this was offensive as firstly they are tiny and what humane person drinks coke. Room cleanliness was 6/10 dusty Coffee machine didn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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