Hostel The Veteran, Amsterdam ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Herengracht 561, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1017 BW

Hostel The Veteran offers budget accommodations in the heart of Old Amsterdam with 12 clean rooms featuring views of the canal. This low-budget hostel hotel provides complimentary WiFi and basic facilities, perfect for travelers seeking a central location.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms include single, double, triple, and family options, with private or shared bathrooms available. Rates for single rooms start at €30, while family rooms for four or five guests begin at €100, inclusive of breakfast.

Dining & Nearby Options

A breakfast with bread, cereal, and fresh fruit is included in all rates. Numerous nearby restaurants offer diverse dining choices, including Coco's Outback and Ponte Arcari, just 0.5 miles and 0.3 miles away, respectively.

Local Attractions

The location provides easy access to major attractions such as Dam Square, the Museum Quarter, and the Amsterdam Flower Market, all reachable on foot. The vibrant Rembrandt Square, known for its nightlife and dining options, is also just a short stroll away.

Transportation & Services

Public transport options are available with trams running from 07:00 AM to 01:00 AM and trains to Central Station operating from 05:40 AM. Hostal The Veteran is about 6.5 miles from Schiphol Airport, with a paid shuttle service available.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room Shared Facilities

Max:

1 person

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

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Double Room Shared Facilities

Max:

2 persons

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Double Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Amsterdam900 m

Airports

Schiphol (AMS) 16.8 km

Rotterdam The Hague (RTM) 70.7 km

Train

Amsterdam Centraal Station 1.6 km

Underground

Waterlooplein600 m

Rokin700 m

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Room 12 is Awesome!

“I stayed in Room 12, which was perfect for our group of four. It had its own bathroom, which added a lot of convenience, and there was even a little bench outside for smokers. It comfortably accommodated us all and exceeded my expectations!” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Spread

“The breakfast included a variety of items such as cereals, yogurt, and slices of cheese and ham, along with fresh bread. It was a great way to start the day, and I appreciated having the option of orange juice or coffee as well!” view full review

Clean and Well-Maintained

“The bathroom in our room was clean and everything functioned properly. I loved that it was private to our room, making the experience feel more comfortable during our stay.” view full review

Cozy and Comfortable

“Our bedroom was simple but cozy, with everything we needed for a short stay. The room was clean, and I had a lovely view of the canal. It was just the right place to unwind after a long day exploring the city.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Herengracht 561, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1017 BW

Map view

Herengracht 561, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1017 BW

City landmarks

Museum

Van Gogh Museum

2.3 km

Art object

Anne Frank House

1.5 km

Museum

Rijksmuseum

1.9 km

Zoo

Artis

1.4 km

Museum

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

670 m

Park

Vondelpark

2.0 km

Museum

Amsterdam Vodka Museum

930 m

Museum

The National Maritime Museum

1.5 km

Museum

Dutch Resistance Museum

1.1 km

Museum

Our Lord in the Attic Museum

740 m

Museum

Hermitage Amsterdam

760 m

Museum

Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

2.4 km

Church

Westerkerk

1.5 km

Gedempte Begijnensloot

Begijn

930 m

Tower

Beurs van Berlage

950 m

Church

The Oude Church

650 m

Museum

Body Worlds

890 m

Square

Rembrandtplein

810 m

Monument

National Monument

600 m

Church

The New Church

810 m

Museum

Torture Museum

830 m

Museum

Willet-Holthuysen Museum

940 m

Bridge

Magere Brug

1.1 km

Museum

Moco Museum

2.2 km

Herengracht 573

Museum of Bags and Purses

900 m

Museum

Museum Van Loon

1.2 km

Nearby

You will know it! AmsterdamThe Netherlands

Red Light District

490 m

Museum

Museum Het Rembrandthuis

130 m

Thorbeckeplein Intersection Reguliersgracht/Herengracht

Thorbecke statue

20 m

Museum

Jewish Historical Museum

490 m

Restaurants

Burgerfabriek

380 m

Reguliersbreestraat 44

Van Dobben

410 m

Korte Reguliersdwarsstraat 5-9

Dutch Homemade

120 m

Vijzelstraat

Vapiano

260 m

Amstelstraat 2-4

P. King

190 m

Herengracht 515

Maoz Vegetarian

550 m

Leidsestraat 85

Cafe Los

390 m

Rembrandtplein 1

De Kroon

300 m

Nieuwstraat 18

Burger Time

390 m

Halvemaansteeg 19

Grillroom Sabba

360 m

Halvemaansteeg 21

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