Me and my mom stayed here for 3 nights whilst visiting Amsterdam. The location is perfect, 2 minute walk from the train station (when you leave the station turn left then right, it’s right next to primark). 15 minutes on the train into city centre too, only 2 stops, and the transport system there is fantastic! Basic hotel but had everything you need for a short stay, and was really good value for money. The Zaandam area was also really nice, with lots of shops and restaurants. It’s not a cheap area but no different to anywhere else in Amsterdam. If we came back we would definitely consider staying here, and would stay in other easy hotels across Europe.