Accommodation in Amsterdam can be costly, but traveling is not only for the rich. Here are the top 3 star hotels in Amsterdam with good locations and views. They are not pricy and cost only around EUR 120 per night in peak season in Amsterdam. Let’s find out!
Why are hotels in Amsterdam so expensive?
Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe. Besides, there are very limited spots for hotels because of its canal structure and because Amsterdam is a smaller city center than other big cities in Europe.
Popular area to stay as a tourist in Amsterdam
Most people first check where to stay in the Amsterdam canal area, but it’s costly and very popular. Another option is hotels near Museumplein, which are expensive, especially in Spring and Summer.
How to get the best deals for your accommodation
Whether it’s 3 star, 4 star, or 5 star hotel, it is always best to reserve your rooms early. The hotel prices will only go up as time goes by.
Is it worth staying at 3 star hotels near Amsterdam Central Station?
Yes, of course, especially if you plan to explore the city most of the time, it is not worth staying at a luxury or expensive hotel. In addition, 3 star hotels usually have less budget for promotion, but they are a good option in terms of price and value.
When we have a city trip in Europe, we always prefer 3 star hotels with good locations since we spend most of our time in the city center. If you plan to do the same, 3 star hotels are your best travel buddy!
Things to know before booking the 3 star accommodation
It’s essential to have a pleasant experience at the hotel, so we stick to below rules:
Location
We constantly check if the place we stay has a good location, like it is easy to visit the tourist attractions and city center by walking or public transportation. We don’t want to save money on accommodation but spend too much time traveling.
The hotels we recommend in this post have good locations, and we also share how to spend less on public transportation!
Quality
Staying at 3 star hotels does not mean sacrificing your travel quality; we also look for hotels with good service and quality. Therefore, we check past customer reviews, not just the rating, but also the comments in detail.
Best 3 star hotels in Amsterdam with 10-minutes by public transportation
Cheap hotels usually come with more travel time, but travel time is also super important when deciding where to stay in Amsterdam. Therefore, we first share hotels only 10 minutes away from Amsterdam Central Station.
Meininger Hotel Amsterdam City West
The hotel is only 2 minute walk from Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station. If you take the train from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Station, you will pass this station 100%.
You can take the metro, bus, tram, and train from Sloterdijk Station to Amsterdam city center, which has an excellent location.
There are many business buildings in this area, so there are no supermarkets nearby, but it’s quiet in the evening.
Meininger Hotel is famous for its good quality and reasonable price. Besides, it’s close to the train station, too. Although there’s no kitchen in your room, there’s a shared kitchen for all the guests.
Remember to buy Amsterdam Travel Ticket to travel freely between Sloterdijk Station and Amsterdam Central Station.
- Near Amsterdam Sloterdijk station
- Public transportation: buy Amsterdam Travel Ticket
- 2 minute’s walk to the Sloterdijk station
- Perfect for solo travelers and couples
- Shared kitchen in the lobby
- one to two stops by tram into the city center
- No supermarkets nearby
Hotel2Stay – Sloterdijk Station
Hotel2Stay is also near Sloterdijk Station. Most people choose this hotel because it’s an apartment-style hotel, suitable for families or people who want to cook easy dishes during their stay in Amsterdam. If you are on a long trip, this is your best option since their room also has a laundry machine.
Remember to buy Amsterdam Travel Ticket to travel freely between Sloterdijk Station and Amsterdam Central Station.
- Near Amsterdam Sloterdijk station
- Public transportation: buy Amsterdam Travel Ticket
- 5 minute’s walk to the Sloterdijk station
- Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and family
- Best for a long-trip holiday since you can use the laundry machine for free!
- Apartment Hotel, including kitchen and laundry machine
- one to two stops by tram into the city center
- No supermarkets nearby
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam – Sloterdijk Station
Holiday Inn Express is also near Sloterdijk Station. Most people choose this hotel because their hotel price includes breakfast. If breakfast is vital for you and you want to avoid looking for places for breakfast or brunch, this might be the hotel.
Remember to buy Amsterdam Travel Ticket to travel freely between Sloterdijk Station and Amsterdam Central Station.
- Near Amsterdam Sloterdijk station
- Public transportation: Buy Amsterdam Travel Ticket
- 2 minute’s walk to the Sloterdijk station
- Perfect for couples
- Breakfast is in the hotel price.
- one to two stops by tram into the city center
- No supermarkets nearby
Best 3 star accommodation in Amsterdam within 15-minutes by public transportation
NH Amsterdam Noord
Amsterdam Noord is also a good place for cheaper hotels in Amsterdam. There are many good quality hotels in this area; one is NH Amsterdam Noord.
NH hotels are famous for reasonable prices with good values. We’ve stayed at two NH hotels in the Netherlands, and they’ve never disappointed us. It’s suitable for anyone, whether you are a solo traveler, couple, or family.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass to travel freely between Noord and Amsterdam Central Station by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam Noord
- Public transportation: buy a GVB day pass
- Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and family
- 10 minutes walk to the nearest metro station
- NH hotel → quality guarantee
- 24-hour front desk
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam
Want to have a memorable experience in Amsterdam? Stay at this hotel! You get to experience what it is like to stay at a Zaandam-style building! Most importantly, the hotel is not expensive at all!
Though it’s in Zaandam, you can reach Amsterdam Central Station within 20 minutes by train!
Remember to buy Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket so that you can travel freely to Amsterdam city center by train or bus from the hotel.
- Near Zaandam station
- Public transportation: buy Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket
- Perfect for solo travelers and couples
- 4 minutes to the train station
- Offers indoor swimming pool, terrace, and sauna
- Live in a unique Zaandam-style building.
- In the center of Zaandam, shops, supermarkets, and cafes are nearby.
Hotel Larende
Hotel Larende is a family-run hotel in Amsterdam West. What we like about it is that you can stay in the local neighborhood, away from the busy tourist area, at a reasonable price.
While staying at this hotel, you can enjoy the local vibe and street view. The best is that Anne Frank House is only 10 minutes away from the tram.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass so you can travel freely to Amsterdam city center by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam West area
- Public transportation: buy a GVB day pass
- Perfect for couples
- Anne Frank’s house is 10 minutes away.
- The guest room is sound-proofed and with boutique-style décor
- Rooms with a balcony to look at the street view
- 24-hour front desk
Qbic Hotel WTC Amsterdam
This hotel locates in Amsterdam Zuid Station, and you can get to Amsterdam’s city center quickly by tram or metro.
Amsterdam Zuid is a popular area for business, and there’s a park that the local likes to visit on the weekend.If you want to stay away from the city center, this is where you should visit.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass so you can travel freely to Amsterdam city center by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam Zuid Station
- Public transportation: buy a GVB day pass
- Perfect for solo travelers and couples
- 2 minute’s walk to Amsterdam Zuid train and metro station
- Near WTC (World Trade Center) business area
- Close to Beatrix Park
- Cheap 3 star hotels in Amsterdam within 20-minutes by tram/metro
XO Hotels Park West
Want to live close to the park at a reasonable price? Stay at XO Hotels Park West.
You can reach the famous Westerpark within 5 minutes, and some shops are nearby. You get to experience the local vibe here in Amsterdam.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass so you can travel freely to Amsterdam city center by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam-West area
- Public transportation: buy a GVB day pass
- Perfect for couples and family
- 5 minutes to the supermarkets and some shops
- Westerpark is closeby
Bastion Hotel Amsterdam Noord
This hotel locates in Amsterdam Noord, and within just 3 minutes, you can reach the nearest metro station.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass so you can travel freely to Amsterdam city center by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam Noord Area
- Public transportation: buy a GVB day pass
- Perfect for solo travelers and couples
- 3 minute’s walk to the nearest metro station
- 24-hour front desk
Jaz in the City Amsterdam
Jaz hotel is popular; what’s unique about it is that they have a sauna for its guests, which is very rare for 3 star hotels in Amsterdam.
You can enjoy the sauna after a day of traveling and fully utilize the hotel facilities.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass if you use the metro to get to Amsterdam city center or Amsterdam Travel Ticket if you wish to take the train to the city center.
- Near Amsterdam Zuidoost Area
- Public transportation: buy a GVB day pass if you use the metro to get to Amsterdam city center or Amsterdam Travel Ticket if you wish to take the train to the city center
- Perfect for solo travelers and couples
- 5 minutes to the metro station; 8 minutes walk to the train station
- Close to the Bijlmer area
- 24-hour front desk
Low cost 3 star hotels in Amsterdam within 25-minutes by public transportation
Boatel
Want to feel what it is like to live on a boat? Try boatel.
They offer a unique boat hotel experience and a reasonable price with breakfast, so it’s a popular hotel for tourists who want to get an unforgettable moment while staying in Amsterdam.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass so you can travel freely to Amsterdam city center by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam Noord
- Buy a GVB day pass to visit Amsterdam city center.
- Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and family
- Stay at a boat hotel to get a unique experience in Amsterdam.
- The hotel price includes breakfast.
- 24-hour front desk
XO Hotels Blue Tower
Another XO Hotels, but this one comes at an excellent price. If all the other hotels in this post are costly, check this one. It has a good location and is run by a chain hotel, and quality is guaranteed.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass so you can travel freely to Amsterdam city center by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam West Area
- Buy a GVB day pass to visit Amsterdam city center.
- Perfect for couples and family
- 3 minute’s walk to the nearest bus stop to the city center
- 2 minute’s walk to KFC, some takeaway food shops within 5 minute’s walk
- 24-hour front desk
- EUR 100 in April
Motel One Amsterdam
Motel One Amsterdam is also a good option if you are looking for a modern-style hotel with a reasonable price in peak season.
Remember to buy a GVB day pass to travel freely to Amsterdam city center by metro, tram, or bus.
- Near Amsterdam RAI Sation
- Buy a GVB day pass to visit Amsterdam city center.
- Perfect for solo travelers and couples
- 4 minutes walk to RAI metro and train station
- 24-hour front desk
- Modern style rooms
Joy Hotel
Joy Hotel is a relatively new hotel on the market. They are suitable for couples or parents with one kid (3-person room).
Remember to buy a GVB day pass if you use the metro to get to Amsterdam city center or Amsterdam Travel Ticket if you wish to take the train to the city center.
- Near Amsterdam Zuidoost Area
- Public transportation: buy a GVB day pass if you use the metro to get to Amsterdam city center or Amsterdam Travel Ticket if you wish to take the train to the city center
- Perfect for couples and family
- 3 minute’s walk to the nearest metro station
- 24-hour front desk
