YAYS Concierged Boutique Apartments: Oostenburgergracht 012

Offering a stylish base on the tranquil Eastern Islands, this cosy studio apartment ensures a relaxing Amsterdam stay to cherish.

The lodging would ideally suit business or leisure travellers seeking an escape from the tourist crowds and a neighbourhood brimming with history, picturesque waterways and a great collection of local amenities. Compact yet efficiently designed, the studio blends its rich heritage with a fresh and modern vibe to create a welcoming holiday home certain to charm.

Snug and inviting, the living area encourages total relaxation, allowing you to curl up on the sofa after a busy day in the city. A flatscreen TV is available for the evening’s entertainment and an intimate dining table is on hand for enjoying romantic meals together, which can be prepared with ease in the fully functioning kitchen. The elevated sleeping space grants a soothing spot for a peaceful night’s sleep and the sleek bathroom concludes the abode with a sink, toilet and shower.

This Amsterdam accommodation occupies the calming Eastern Islands, reclaimed from the IJ River in the 17^th century, which once flourished as the country’s principal shipbuilding district. The monumental edifices and sweeping waterways offer a glimpse of a bygone era, with the neighbouring National Maritime Museum providing an enthralling account of Amsterdam’s impressive seafaring heritage. Aside from this cultural hotspot, the surrounding area is brimming with attractions, which range from the popular Artis Zoo to the original Micropia to the thought provoking Resistance Museum. For a unique evening’s entertainment, head around the corner to the enjoyable Amsterdam GlowGolf, concealed in the basement of an inconspicuous bar.

Plenty of stores, cafes and restaurants are also close at hand, with nearby recommended options including Siam Thais Eetcafe, Dapper Tutto, Brouwerij ’t IJ and Roest, which combines an alternative vibe with an artificial beach, perfect for unwinding in the warm summer months. The capital’s bustling core is a brief stroll away and the principal transport hub of Central Station can be reached by bus in less than fifteen minutes.