Hostel Sphinx
Weteringschans 82, Amsterdam
Distance to city center: 1.53km (0.95 mi)
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User Reviews
- "Would NOT stay here again"
- pyramidsloth
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(1 out of 5 stars)
- Date of Visit: Jan 2008
- Honestly, the only good thing I can say about this hostel is the location. It is conveniently located close to a tram stop (within walking distance). The first night we arrived, we were told we had to stay in a different room. This turned out to be okay, because the room was slightly larger than what we booked. The second and third nights, however, we were moved to the bottom floor. The room was dirty, freezing cold, and both mornings my friend and I woke up with bug bites on our skin. The water for the shower was freezing, and we commented on this to the front desk. It was briefly fixed (and by briefly, the water was warm for 5 minutes and returned to freezing again). When we asked if we could switch rooms or at least get a discount, we were told no by the management.
Property Description
The Sphinx hostel is situated in the centre of Amsterdam, surrounded by shopping areas, street market, second-hand market, flower market and entertainment centers like Leidseplein and Rembrandtplein. Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh museum are nearby and around the corner you will find the Heineken Brewery. Everything is within walking distance. The Wetering circuit is one minute away with tram stops for lines 6, 7 and 10. Trams 16, 24 and 25 will take you directly to Central Station in 10 minutes. Line 4 takes you to the RAI Exhibition Centre within 15 minutes.
The breakfast room is decorated in a romantic 'Old Dutch' style. Continental breakfast is served here from 08:00 until 10:00 h.
Facilities
- » Breakfast Included
- » Linen Included
- » Credit Cards Accepted
- » Towels
- » Luggage Storage
- » Telephone/Fax Facilities
- » 24 hour reception
- » Key Card Access
- » No Curfew
- » Smoking Rooms
- » 24 Hour Check In
