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Anco Hotel
O.Z.Voorburgwal 55, 1012 EJ Amsterdam The Netherlands
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Finding an ideal quaint hotel in Amsterdam does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Anco Hotel, a nice option for travellers like you.
Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV, and Anco Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available.
In addition, guests can enjoy free breakfast during their visit.
For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Amsterdam, Anco Hotel is located a short distance from Dam Square (0.2 mi) and Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Rembrandt House) (0.4 mi).
While in Amsterdam be sure to experience local oyster favourites at Foodhallen, Restaurant Haesje Claes, or The Seafood Bar van Baerlestraat.
If you’re looking for something to do, Red Light District (0.1 mi), Anne Frank House (0.6 mi), and Rijksmuseum (1.2 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Anco Hotel.
Anco Hotel puts the best of Amsterdam at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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English, Dutch, German
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O.Z.Voorburgwal 55, 1012 EJ Amsterdam The Netherlands
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The hospitality we experienced at Anco hotel was probably the best I've ever had, anywhere.
The host was super nice and we instantly felt welcome the second we stepped through the door.
The relationship between the staff seems like they are one big, happy family, all working together.
You could really feel that vibe in the hotel, which we absolutely loved.
Our room was already done and we were able to check in even though we arrived 2 hrs before the regular check-in time.
The location is more than great, because it's based right in the city center/red light district.
even though there was quite a lot going on, the room was quiet and also really comfortable.
Everything was perfectly clean and even the shared bathroom didn't bother us at all.
On our last day we decided to stay for an extra-night, which was also no problem at all!
We were able to keep the room we were staying in, and also were allowed to keep the room as long as we wanted into the day.
In the end we had a lovely time in the Anco hotel with all of the staff and we won't have to find a place to stay for our next trip, because we know EXCACTLY where we'll be staying.
-Celine And Rey
The host was super nice and we instantly felt welcome the second we stepped through the door.
The relationship between the staff seems like they are one big, happy family, all working together.
You could really feel that vibe in the hotel, which we absolutely loved.
Our room was already done and we were able to check in even though we arrived 2 hrs before the regular check-in time.
The location is more than great, because it's based right in the city center/red light district.
even though there was quite a lot going on, the room was quiet and also really comfortable.
Everything was perfectly clean and even the shared bathroom didn't bother us at all.
On our last day we decided to stay for an extra-night, which was also no problem at all!
We were able to keep the room we were staying in, and also were allowed to keep the room as long as we wanted into the day.
In the end we had a lovely time in the Anco hotel with all of the staff and we won't have to find a place to stay for our next trip, because we know EXCACTLY where we'll be staying.
-Celine And Rey
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Amazing! Hosts went above and beyond in terms of accommodating us and creating a positive atmosphere. This was a shared bathroom experience but in my opinion this is entirely worth it considering the prime location, hospitality, and low price. We felt like we were part of a little family at the Anco hotel! The rooms were also bigger than I expected and there are so many amenities included! Couldn’t have been a better experience.
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I stayed here in mid march with my partner. It's wonderfully situated in the centre of Amsterdam. Karl was on hand to provide some humour, local knowledge and fresh coffee to guests. I'd highly recommend this place. It's a gem.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Carl and the staff at ANCO are incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Fantastic location within walking distance to virtually everything in the central district of Amsterdam. Rooms and stairs are small and facilities are shared, but an overall wonderful experience staying here; would definitely again.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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The hotel is simple but very nice with a really cozy atmosphere and a great location for the obnes who enjoy the leather scene of Amsterdam. Lots of good moments spent there!
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My partner and I recently stayed at this hotel. On arrival we were welcomed and given all the relevant info for the city. We were offered coffee and it all seemed very pleasant. The next morning when we arrived down for breakfast there was no communication with the guy on duty. we got a table and asked for tea and coffee as we were having continental breakfast. I asked could I get sugar for my cereal and the attendant turned to the guests and said "Sugar for cornflakes". He then proceeded to a press under the buffet table where he handed me a few sachets of sugar. After breakfast we went out and returned in the afternoon with the same guy on duty. I asked could we get coffee - he said 1 or 2. I said 2. he banged presses and proceeded to brew coffee. Eventually he left them on the counter and the only word was €5. We paid and proceeded to our room. The next morning we came down for breakfast there was only one setting on the table for the two of us. As there was no cimmunication I proceeded to the press under the buffet table where the sugar was stored to get a setting for breakfast. Then this elderly guy stampeded through the breakfast area and siad "stop, what are you doing, don't go near those presses" he slammed the press closed and shouted that he would get me what I wanted". I got such a fright I was unable to answer, so my partner and I decided to leave immediately.
The hotel business is all about hospitality, its where people go for a rest and a break - to be spoilt. We were not looking for any special treatment but the attitude and manner of these people leave alot to be desired. You don't pay to stay in a hotel where the staff do not communicate to you, where you feel you are a nuicance and you certainly don't want to be shouted at or humiliated. I or my partner would certainly never return there again.
The hotel itself is well maintained and the location is good but the engine of the hotel - it's staff should not be in this business.
Amsterdam is a lovely city but this experience has left a very bad taste with us. Surley they know that they are not the only gay hotel in Amsterdam. It is very disappointing to be treated like that and having to pay for such an experience. The tourist board in Holland should pay a visit to this non hospitable establishment.
The hotel business is all about hospitality, its where people go for a rest and a break - to be spoilt. We were not looking for any special treatment but the attitude and manner of these people leave alot to be desired. You don't pay to stay in a hotel where the staff do not communicate to you, where you feel you are a nuicance and you certainly don't want to be shouted at or humiliated. I or my partner would certainly never return there again.
The hotel itself is well maintained and the location is good but the engine of the hotel - it's staff should not be in this business.
Amsterdam is a lovely city but this experience has left a very bad taste with us. Surley they know that they are not the only gay hotel in Amsterdam. It is very disappointing to be treated like that and having to pay for such an experience. The tourist board in Holland should pay a visit to this non hospitable establishment.
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Date of stay: September 2012Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Before the Anco was taken over by new management I really looked forward to my trip to Amsterdam.
Anco was taken over recently. The staff and management shouldn't be anywhere near hospitality jobs.
They made me feel uncomfortable at every level.
There is a member of staff who abused me when I asked him to call me a Taxi to go back to the airport. The member of staff refused to make the call as "I wouldn't make any money in commission" Surely my hotel bill would of been enough. I suggest that since the change over I'd avoid this place at all costs.
Anco was taken over recently. The staff and management shouldn't be anywhere near hospitality jobs.
They made me feel uncomfortable at every level.
There is a member of staff who abused me when I asked him to call me a Taxi to go back to the airport. The member of staff refused to make the call as "I wouldn't make any money in commission" Surely my hotel bill would of been enough. I suggest that since the change over I'd avoid this place at all costs.
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Date of stay: May 2012Trip type: Travelled solo
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The Anco was recommended by friends. It is a very basic hotel and clean. There is only one room with private facilities. The staff are friendly. The guests are like anywhere else - it depends on the effort you put in. Mostly leather guys and skinheads go there so if that's what you're in Amsterdam for, great. It's also very close to the leather bars.
The only problem we had was with noise. As it is in the red light area, there are prostitutes all around and these attract gangs of noisy young straight guys, some in cars with music pounding. There are also lots of drug dealers. Personally I didn't feel all that safe walking back to the hotel.
In the hotel, there's a lot of movement with guys cruising each other - any room with an open door can attract attention and so be prepared for very little sleep.
The only problem we had was with noise. As it is in the red light area, there are prostitutes all around and these attract gangs of noisy young straight guys, some in cars with music pounding. There are also lots of drug dealers. Personally I didn't feel all that safe walking back to the hotel.
In the hotel, there's a lot of movement with guys cruising each other - any room with an open door can attract attention and so be prepared for very little sleep.
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Just got back from Amsterdam and a few days at the Anco. Really great experience. The hotel is friendly, clean, serves a good breakfast daily and has some hot guests. Will, the manager is one great guy! Recommend it highly.
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Date of stay: March 2004
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Having stayed here about 15 times in the past, it is with a very heavy heart that I write this review.
Until last year, the hotel was an exclusive 'men only' gay hotel. Everyone staying there was gay which made it unique and gave great opportunities to meet like-minded guys. The hotel is now "gay friendly", claiming that 80% of residents are gay, but having spent a week there I can categorically dispute that claim, as it was probably closer to 5-10%.
The vast majority of residents when I was there, were groups of young straight males or females in their 20s, late-teens. The resulting noise when they would come back drunk at 3 or 4am was unbearable. They would stand in the 3rd floor smoking area every night laughing, talking loudly, shouting and listening to music, leaving me unable to sleep. This was every night, not just one night. The staff go home at 8pm so there is no-one to challenge this behaviour. Eventually around 5am the noise would fade and I could eventually sleep, that is until around 8am when the receptionist would usually decide to stand in the courtyard speaking on his phone, in a loud booming voice to once again, waken me up. Other guests would then go for breakfast and smoke in the same courtyard, chatting and adding to the noise. Once again, I would fall asleep for maybe 30 minutes, until the cleaner came on duty as he likes to sing - loudly - every morning, the same song! Then the icing on the cake: the hotel is directly opposite a church whose bells go off every 15 minutes lasting for over a minute every time.
The rooms themselves are clean and have been redecorated recently, however my single room had a bizarre layout. The bed didn't face the TV, and you couldn't just move the pillow to the other side as there was no wall to lean against. There is a storage unit at the base of the bed which at 6ft tall, I constantly kicked in the middle of the night. There were many channels on the TV, but unfortunately all of them with the exception of 3, were unwatchable as there was interference across the screen!
The staff are friendly, especially the owners, and I am guessing that commercial pressures has caused the change from gay-only to 'all are welcome', but it was the gay-only tag which made it worth its price-tag. Unfortunately the hotel is now nothing more than a youth hostel, and a grossly overpriced one at that.
I was so exhausted from lack of sleep, that I checked out a day early, losing my money for the last night, purely so that I could get a good night's sleep.
As I've said, I am saddened at having to write this review, having spent many wonderful times here, but it would never stay here again, even if it was offered to me for free. I appreciate that people come to Amsterdam to party, but no-one can last 6 nights with no sleep! 79 Euros per night for a 'youth hostel' with shared bathroom is extortionate. On my last night, I stayed in a nice 3.5* hotel with my own private bathroom, a double-bed, and very little noise, for the sum of 58 Euros.
Finally, it is also worth mentioning again that after 8pm, there are no staff in the hotel. If you happen to leave your room, even to go to the shared toilet and forget to take your room key, you will be stuck outside for the remainder of the night.
Thanks for the memories Anco, but unfortunately I will not be back.
Until last year, the hotel was an exclusive 'men only' gay hotel. Everyone staying there was gay which made it unique and gave great opportunities to meet like-minded guys. The hotel is now "gay friendly", claiming that 80% of residents are gay, but having spent a week there I can categorically dispute that claim, as it was probably closer to 5-10%.
The vast majority of residents when I was there, were groups of young straight males or females in their 20s, late-teens. The resulting noise when they would come back drunk at 3 or 4am was unbearable. They would stand in the 3rd floor smoking area every night laughing, talking loudly, shouting and listening to music, leaving me unable to sleep. This was every night, not just one night. The staff go home at 8pm so there is no-one to challenge this behaviour. Eventually around 5am the noise would fade and I could eventually sleep, that is until around 8am when the receptionist would usually decide to stand in the courtyard speaking on his phone, in a loud booming voice to once again, waken me up. Other guests would then go for breakfast and smoke in the same courtyard, chatting and adding to the noise. Once again, I would fall asleep for maybe 30 minutes, until the cleaner came on duty as he likes to sing - loudly - every morning, the same song! Then the icing on the cake: the hotel is directly opposite a church whose bells go off every 15 minutes lasting for over a minute every time.
The rooms themselves are clean and have been redecorated recently, however my single room had a bizarre layout. The bed didn't face the TV, and you couldn't just move the pillow to the other side as there was no wall to lean against. There is a storage unit at the base of the bed which at 6ft tall, I constantly kicked in the middle of the night. There were many channels on the TV, but unfortunately all of them with the exception of 3, were unwatchable as there was interference across the screen!
The staff are friendly, especially the owners, and I am guessing that commercial pressures has caused the change from gay-only to 'all are welcome', but it was the gay-only tag which made it worth its price-tag. Unfortunately the hotel is now nothing more than a youth hostel, and a grossly overpriced one at that.
I was so exhausted from lack of sleep, that I checked out a day early, losing my money for the last night, purely so that I could get a good night's sleep.
As I've said, I am saddened at having to write this review, having spent many wonderful times here, but it would never stay here again, even if it was offered to me for free. I appreciate that people come to Amsterdam to party, but no-one can last 6 nights with no sleep! 79 Euros per night for a 'youth hostel' with shared bathroom is extortionate. On my last night, I stayed in a nice 3.5* hotel with my own private bathroom, a double-bed, and very little noise, for the sum of 58 Euros.
Finally, it is also worth mentioning again that after 8pm, there are no staff in the hotel. If you happen to leave your room, even to go to the shared toilet and forget to take your room key, you will be stuck outside for the remainder of the night.
Thanks for the memories Anco, but unfortunately I will not be back.
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Date of stay: February 2015Trip type: Travelled solo
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Sorry I just saw this. I reserved directly on the hotel website but also followed up with a phone call. They were very helpful and efficient.
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Which popular attractions are close to Anco Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Centraal Station (0.4 km), Museumphoto (0.5 km), and Our Lord in the Attic Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder (0.09 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Anco Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Anco Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Anco Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include EatWith: Martine of Amsterdam, Restaurant Bellezza, and Restaurant Bougainville.
Is Anco Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.8 km away from the centre of Amsterdam.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Anco Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, and Dutch.
Are there any historical sites close to Anco Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Concertgebouw (2.4 km), Museum Het Rembrandthuis (0.6 km), and Portuguese Synagogue (0.8 km).