The curtains and blinds need replacing - they don't fit or are broken There are no bedside lights and some of the floor lighting is dodgy Some of the decor needs some TLC

The room is spacious and light and has some quirky decor Bed was comfortable Bathroom different but functional Easy walk to the ferry for Amsterdam center Bokas Cafe near by excellent

Stayed in May 2024

The hotel is located near the Amsterdam central station, which is very convenient (when leaving the station you need to swim 5 minutes on a free ferry and walk 7 minutes to the hotel - this is for those who can get a little confused with maps, like us 😂). There is no separate hotel designation, so you need to contact the restaurant. The room was clean, in a retro style as stated, our room had a small kettle and coffee, which was very convenient. There is also a kitchen on the floor.

Stayed in April 2024

Entrance hall a bit cluttered

Spotlessly clean and good location

Stayed in April 2024

The hotel doesn't have a reception and the staircase is a bit steep, however the cafe downstairs is able to bridge this gap so it is not a big concern as such, unless one is quite particular about this feature. Only downside is the wifi was very poor and we weren't able to connect to it.

The hotel is situated in a very good and quite area not very far from the railway station. It is easily accessible by free ferry with excellent frequency. The room was quite spacious and comfortable. Overall it was a good experience.

Stayed in April 2024

I loved the atmosphere!

Stayed in March 2024

it took 10 minutes for the shower to run before water turned warm.

room was spacious and with great nostalgic items!

Stayed in February 2024

It was rather cold! No heating but didnt query this at the time.

Location & design was lovely!

Stayed in November 2023

Needs a fan in the bathroom.

Great location. Very comfortable.

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing to raise

Nice room, very unusual and fun decoration. All working well

Stayed in October 2023

None

Location & staff

Stayed in September 2023

Only thing I would say is the area of the stairs leading up to room smelled kind of bad- but the room itself was perfectly clean. Something else I would change is to have at least one time when the room is cleaned- During our 4 night stay no one came to change our towels, but the staff very graciously provided us with towels when we asked for them.

This was a great value for money experience staying at this hotel- Comfortable, perfectly clean and good location. Nice bathroom, comfy bed and a nice view from window. Spacious rooms.

Stayed in August 2023

Friendly and helpfull staff, nice very big room, tasteful decorated room, excellent facilities, excellent location

Stayed in May 2023

Hotel not open on arrival Unable to store bags Very steep stairs to all rooms Noisy in the evening from downstairs restaurant No breakfast available Having to use ferry to get to main tourist area

Quirky bedroom Location away from centre Comfortable bed

Stayed in August 2023

They could make it even nicer by tidying up the stairs and corridor. It felt like walking through their storeroom.

This is a cheap and cheerful hotel on the "wrong" side of the river. It's just a few rooms to let above a classy restaurant. I loved it with it's quirky art and painted floor boards.

Stayed in July 2023

A pity it is under the fly path

Decoration was funny

Stayed in July 2023

There was a terrible smell along the stairs. I couldnt say that the room and kitchen were clean. Water drops from the vent above the toilet while it rains.

Spacious and comfy room. Safe district. 10 mins to city centre. Cool room design. A kitchten ready to use.

Stayed in July 2023

The stairs were very steep. Access would be impossible for anyone with mobility issues or with suitcases heavier than 12kgs. It is noisy on a Saturday night as the windows overlook the courtyard where the cafe diners eat and drink. The cafe was closed on Sunday so it was very quiet on Sunday night.

Great location. Easy access by free ferry from Central Station. Lovely leafy area of Amsterdam away from the crowds. Helpful staff. Good supermarket close by.

Stayed in June 2023

room was humid but the temperate was high in Amsterdam for the few days we stayed. fan was provided which made it manageable.

quirky accommodation with all the basic amenities that you could need. owners very kindly provided a travel cot for our baby. room was spacious and in a good location close to free ferry and train station.

Stayed in June 2023

Only thing is that it can be a little noisy at nights as there are several restaurants nearby that are busy but saying that it’s nothing compared to the city centre for being so close (you take the 5 minute free 24 hr ferry behind Centraal Station and your practically in a quiet suburb). I think a comfortable chair in each room wouldn’t go amiss!

I love this quirky wee hotel, the rooms are each small work of design magic! I’ve stayed here a couple of times and it always an inspiration. You are give the use of a good sized kitchen and facilities which are a plus. The staff are laid back, friendly and helpful and the location is ideal, only a short walk/ferry to the madness of Amsterdam but far enough to be quiet if you need.

Stayed in June 2023

The retro TV sited within is more decorative then functionable - not an issue for me but might be for other folk.

Bedroom and living space quirkily decorated in a unique retro style. Bath and shower superb. A small hitch with curtains fixed within 12 hours of reporting it. There is ample communal cooking facilities if required. Accommodation is located on the second floor - not a problem for us but should be taken into account when booking - stairs only no lift. Whilst rooms are not serviced daily, ours was of an acceptable standard on arrival; perfect for a short stay. Location is outstanding - far enough from city centre to be less noisy at night, near enough to ferry to go anywhere 24/7. Ample restaurants and bars nearby, well within walking distance.

Stayed in April 2023

None.

Nice sized flat, comfortable, good location for us, good facilities.

Stayed in May 2023

We didn't really like the 'meat' picture on the wall in the room, as it was a bit disturbing to us as non-meat eaters. A couple of comfortable chairs to sit on in the room would have been good as there is plenty of space and two bedside tables would have been appreciated. The room is a bit sparce.

This is our second time staying at Café Modern, but in a different room. The rooms are quirky and quite basic, so wouldn't be to everyone's taste, but we like it there and we don't mind the more old fashioned facilities. The rooms remind me of student apartments, with painted floors and interesting pictures on the walls. Our room this time was large, with big windows and very quiet. The bathroom was also large. The rooms are in an old apartment on the second floor of a building above a restaurant and it is the staff in the restaurant who check you in. We like the fact that even though there is a fridge, kettle, coffee, teas and cafetiere in the room, there is also a shared kitchen for the 3 rooms, with a microwave/ oven, fridge etc and so you can prepare simple meals. We love the location as it's accessible via free ferry every few minutes from the back of Central Station and then a short walk in a quiet residential area. There are big parks nearby, plus a shopping area with supermarkets, bars and restaurants, including a fantastic Indonesian called Kannibalen En Paradijsvogels. It really makes a change from being in busy central Amsterdam as it is a peaceful nice location.

Stayed in March 2023

A bit of walking -dancing noise from neighbors above during the day.

Style, kindness, location

Stayed in February 2023

the room and water were cold after 22h untill 6h it is noise

location

Stayed in December 2022