Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo
Hostelz.com Overall Score
6.6
9 = Extraordinary
7 = Good
3 = Not so good
1 = Run away
Based on 2519 guest ratings.
Features & Details
Free Amenities
Bedsheets
Breakfast
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons
Fee Services
Bike Rental
City Tours
Safe Deposit Box
Towels
Other Features
24 Hour Security
Bar
Cable TV
Concierge / Info Desk
Hair Dryers
Hot Showers
Laundry
Lounge Area
Not Offered
Credit Card Payments
Wheelchair Accessible
Not Allowed
Service Animals
Details
Curfew:
No Curfew
Reception Hours:
24 Hours
Size:
Medium (30-60 beds)
Booking
Photos
+4
Description
The Hostelz.com Review
Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo is a basic hostel that meets your basic needs.
The Location
If you can successfully navigate public transit system, and not get lost among Amsterdam's canals and bridges, then Hostel Orfeo is relatively easy to find. There's a distinct sign that makes the location easy to spot. There are a fair number of restaurants nearby, including a Burger King and a McDonald's, that are open late.
Rooms and Bathrooms
The rooms are all up a steep, narrow staircase. If you're unlucky, as we are, you'll be on the fifth floor. It's quite a hike, with many turns, and can be very difficult to navigate when tired from traveling and well laden with luggage. As we were told by the front desk staff, there is no lift, which is standard for every hostel in Amsterdam. When you check in, you will be given a keycard, a free city map, and the Wi-Fi password if you would like it. The Wi-Fi is free, but you may have trouble receiving it on the upper floors. The rooms have keycards to enter, giving some level of security, which is good, considering there are no lockers for keeping personal items or valuables. In the large dorm, the beds are metal bunk beds, with no ladders or rails. The mattresses are adequately comfortable, though the temperature in the room is not well controlled; in the top floor dorm, in the beds near the heater, the heat is stifling and sleep disruptive.
The dorm rooms have en suite bathrooms with the toilet, sink, and shower all encapsulated in one room. This can be problematic at peak use times. The bathrooms are kept fairly clean and adequate in size, and meet your basic needs. Sheets are included in the cost of rental; you can also rent a very small towel.
Common Spaces
The common room, with wood floors and high ceilings, also houses the reception, with plentiful tables and chairs for eating or chatting. There is a chess and checkers set, a television, and a small collection of books. The kitchen is somewhat small, but brightly lit, and also houses a washer and dryer.
Breakfast is free, though it is very light; you will be severely disappointed if you are hoping for a filling breakfast. There is nothing but bread that can be toasted in the kitchen, where they have two toasters. At least each table has its own butter, jam, peanut butter, and Nutella, so there isn't a pile up at the serving table. There is also free hot tea and coffee available.
The common space also has drinks, like water, juice, soda, and Red Bull, for sale at a premium. There are also souvenirs, snacks, and toiletry essentials you can purchase.
Summary
If you don't mind hiking up the narrow staircase, and need a budget hostel to crash in, the Orfeo will cover you. It's well worn and a wee bit shabby, but it'll see you through the night and set you off in the morning with a bit of toast in your belly.
The Location
If you can successfully navigate public transit system, and not get lost among Amsterdam's canals and bridges, then Hostel Orfeo is relatively easy to find. There's a distinct sign that makes the location easy to spot. There are a fair number of restaurants nearby, including a Burger King and a McDonald's, that are open late.
Rooms and Bathrooms
The rooms are all up a steep, narrow staircase. If you're unlucky, as we are, you'll be on the fifth floor. It's quite a hike, with many turns, and can be very difficult to navigate when tired from traveling and well laden with luggage. As we were told by the front desk staff, there is no lift, which is standard for every hostel in Amsterdam. When you check in, you will be given a keycard, a free city map, and the Wi-Fi password if you would like it. The Wi-Fi is free, but you may have trouble receiving it on the upper floors. The rooms have keycards to enter, giving some level of security, which is good, considering there are no lockers for keeping personal items or valuables. In the large dorm, the beds are metal bunk beds, with no ladders or rails. The mattresses are adequately comfortable, though the temperature in the room is not well controlled; in the top floor dorm, in the beds near the heater, the heat is stifling and sleep disruptive.
The dorm rooms have en suite bathrooms with the toilet, sink, and shower all encapsulated in one room. This can be problematic at peak use times. The bathrooms are kept fairly clean and adequate in size, and meet your basic needs. Sheets are included in the cost of rental; you can also rent a very small towel.
Common Spaces
The common room, with wood floors and high ceilings, also houses the reception, with plentiful tables and chairs for eating or chatting. There is a chess and checkers set, a television, and a small collection of books. The kitchen is somewhat small, but brightly lit, and also houses a washer and dryer.
Breakfast is free, though it is very light; you will be severely disappointed if you are hoping for a filling breakfast. There is nothing but bread that can be toasted in the kitchen, where they have two toasters. At least each table has its own butter, jam, peanut butter, and Nutella, so there isn't a pile up at the serving table. There is also free hot tea and coffee available.
The common space also has drinks, like water, juice, soda, and Red Bull, for sale at a premium. There are also souvenirs, snacks, and toiletry essentials you can purchase.
Summary
If you don't mind hiking up the narrow staircase, and need a budget hostel to crash in, the Orfeo will cover you. It's well worn and a wee bit shabby, but it'll see you through the night and set you off in the morning with a bit of toast in your belly.
by Beth J
Hostelz.com Staff Reviewer
2013-03-30
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Map
(Location is approximate. You may need to pan/move to find "Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo" at Leidsekruisstraat 12-14.)
Location/Contact
- Address
- Leidsekruisstraat 12-14, Binnenstad, Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
- Coordinates
- 52.363784, 4.885264 (accuracy not guaranteed)
- Location
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- Website
- www.hotelorfeo.com
- Telephone
- +31(0)206231347
- Fax
- +31(0)20 620 23 48
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How is Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo rated on other websites?
| Cleanliness | Staff | Location | Atmosphere | Security | Overall | |
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| Hostelworld |
53%
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89%
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61%
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65%
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| HostelBookers |
50%
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88%
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63%
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62%
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| HostelsClub |
59%
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84%
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72%
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72%
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| Hostels.com |
65%
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88%
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88%
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76%
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| Average |
57%
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87%
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71%
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69%
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Hostelz.com Guest Reviews
Don't go there!!!
This was the worst hostel I have ever been. First of all they wanted cheat us on 50€ when they made a bill. Then we saw the room (I'm not sure if I can call this room, because it was like a cowshed). Very dirty and small place. The staff was very unpleasant. If you like to spend nice time in Amsterdam, Don't go there.
Slavic
Age 30, Polish
2015-08-29
Room 6 was really tiny unlike the other rooms but it was still enough to sleep and eat and have a great stay with a very nice reception. Everything was great, it was not really that loud. Near Leidesplan, i would recommend it and go again. 4/5 cause it missed a little bit of comfort.
Kubilay
Age 20, Germany
2014-04-27
LOUD!!!!!
If you're happy sleeping between 5am and 10am then this is the place for you, if you desire a more regular sleeping arrangement I would suggest choosing somewhere else. Bourbon alley (live music venue) is literally next door and you can hear every cover, every fight and every song ... all night, every night.
Adrian
Age 25, Australia
2013-12-02
On the whole -- fine
I had booked a two-person room for me and my partner. unfortunately what we got was not a bed for two but instead a loft bed so we had to sleep separated. I think that's just a minor thing but should be mentioned. The room itself was tidy and quite clean -- the bedding was all fresh and the minimal furniture was tidy. Only the bathroom [shower and toilet are separated] were slightly scruffy. Nevertheless for such little money it was a good choice and if you really just stay there to get some sleep it's alright.
K.
(Germany)
2012-12-25
Ok, but not as gay as promised
It was pretty good -- I appreciated the breakfast and location, although the rooms are a bit spartan, but nothing out of the ordinary for a hostel (except there were no lockers). A word of warning, though -- I was directed here from listings of gay hotels, and it really isn't all that gay. Oh, well.
Matt
(Canada)
2009-06-03
Fairly nice rooms, very nice and accommodating staff
it was a nice place in a nice area. I would stay there again if I go back.
Nathan
(Canadian)
2008-03-19
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