Bob’s Youth Hostel

If we tell you that one of the best hostels in Amsterdam is called Bob’s Youth Hostel, you might think we are pulling your leg - but that quirky charm is one of the reasons Bob’s is so loved in a quirky and charming city. Bob wanted to create an atmosphere where backpackers could enjoy the fantastic sights of Amsterdam in a clean and safe hostel without paying a fortune, so that is what he did. Bob’s Youth Hostel is thoughtfully located in the center of the city, only five minutes from the main train station and Dam Square, and close to the Anne Frank House and Red Light District, so it is easy to get around as well.

The dorms in Bob’s Youth Hostel are all mixed dorms except for the one female-only dorm, and each dorm room comes with a bathroom and toilet. This might not be the newest hostel in the city, but the rooms are cozy and the staff is friendly. The social atmosphere Bob dreamed of is accomplished, partly through an age restriction - guests must be between 18 and 30 years old to stay here - and partly through an on-site bar and great lounge with games, a library and a TV. Oh, and to help you save money on your vacation (as if the great rates were not enough), you also get a free breakfast at Bob’s.

Some of the amenities you will find at Bob’s Youth Hostel are:

• Free linens and towels
• Free breakfast
• Internet access
• On site bar
• Luggage storage and security lockers
• Bicycle rental available
• No curfew or lockout

For those who are seeking a bit more privacy, or who are traveling in a small group or perhaps as a family, there are apartments at Bob’s Youth Hostel which can be booked in their entirety with private kitchens and bathrooms. Just ask about them when you book your room to see if you can upgrade.

Bob’s Youth Hostel is the realization of Bob’s dream, but the hostel only continues to be successful because the people who stay in it share Bob’s dream. But really, even without the big dreams, Bob’s Youth Hostel is one of Amsterdam’s best because its location is great and its rates are even better.

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