St Christopher's Amsterdam - The Winston

The bar was so good that I skipped breakfast. The hostel is right in the centre, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the rooms were clean and practical with comfy beds. I’d go back tomorrow if I could.

We spent three nights in a room for two. The central location was great, and the room was a decent size, although its bathroom was really tiny. The shared bathrooms were larger and better. The bed suited one average-sized person, but was a bit difficult for a big guy like me; the pillow was decent. For 7 Euros, the continental breakfast was amazing, with cold cuts, cheese, juices, coffee, bread, cereals, and delicious croissants. A good option if you want to stay somewhere central.

My week had been super stressful, but the staff made my stay so much better. I can’t thank them enough for the amazing service, and especially RANA ❤️ I started out in an 8-person mixed room, which wasn’t quite what I expected, so I asked about changing to a women’s room. None were available, but Rana kindly upgraded me to a 4-person mixed room. After my first night, I found a sweet note saying they’d moved me to a women’s room, and I was so glad!! The rooms are neat and clean. As with any hostel, I’d bring a sleeping mask, and you can pick up free earplugs at reception. The neighborhood might seem a bit intimidating at first, but it really isn’t bad. TY TY TY 🫶🫶🫶

You can hear people talking outside sometimes, so light sleepers might want the free earplugs from reception. Otherwise, the room was comfortable and clean, with curtains, a blanket, and a towel for each bed. There are male and female group room options, and having a shower and toilet in the room was a plus. The staff at reception and in the restaurant were very nice and helpful. The location is hard to beat: about a ten-minute walk from Amsterdam Central station, close to the royal palace museum and a lively street full of restaurants and bars. It’s near many places, including the famous red light district next to the old Church. There are lockers for your belongings before check-in. Choose a size and duration, pay, then use the screen to select an available locker and set your own PIN. Under the bed there’s also a large steel box for your things. Bring a padlock, or buy one at reception for 5 euro.