23 SouS
First Impressions When I first walked up to 23 SouS on Oostenburgergracht, I honestly wasn't sure what to expect — the entrance is pretty understated, which is actually refreshing in a city where so many hotels are trying too hard.
First Impressions
When I first walked up to 23 SouS on Oostenburgergracht, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect — the entrance is pretty understated, which is actually refreshing in a city where so many hotels are trying too hard. The building itself has this lovely historic Amsterdam feel, and you can tell they’ve put real thought into preserving the original character while making it work as a modern hotel.
The Neighborhood
Here’s what I love about this location in Amsterdam — you’re right in the city center but on one of those quieter canals that locals actually use. Oostenburgergracht isn’t packed with tour groups taking photos every five minutes, you know? You can walk to Dam Square in about ten minutes, but when you come back in the evening, it feels like you’re staying somewhere with actual personality. The maritime museum is practically next door if that’s your thing, and there are some genuinely good cafés within a block or two.
The Room Experience
I stayed in one of their apartment-style accommodations, and honestly, the space surprised me — Amsterdam hotels aren’t exactly known for being roomy. The design hits that sweet spot between modern comfort and respecting the building’s history, with high ceilings and these great big windows that actually open (rare find these days). The kitchenette isn’t just for show either; it’s actually functional if you want to grab some cheese and bread from the market and have breakfast in.
What Makes It Special
This four-star place gets a 9.4 rating for good reason — the staff actually seem to care about what they’re doing, which sounds basic but isn’t always guaranteed. They gave me solid recommendations that weren’t just the obvious tourist spots, and when I had a question about getting to Schiphol early in the morning, they sorted out the details without making it feel like a big production. The whole place has this calm, collected vibe that’s perfect after spending the day navigating Amsterdam’s busy streets.
Why Guests Love It
Look, if you want a hotel that screams “I’m in Amsterdam!” with windmill wallpaper and cheese platters, this isn’t your spot. But if you want somewhere that feels authentically Dutch — thoughtful, well-designed, unpretentious — then 23 SouS really delivers. The location gives you easy access to everything without the constant noise, and the quality is consistently high without feeling stuffy. I mean, there’s parking available too, which in central Amsterdam is practically a miracle if you’re driving.
Rooms & Suites
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| Room | Type | Beds | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Most Popular King Room | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed | From $199 /night | Select → |
Spa & Amenities
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1- View
General
16- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Kitchen
6- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bathroom
9- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
1- Outdoor furniture
Transport
1- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Activities
2- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Cycling
Living Area
3- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink
2- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility
1- Entire unit located on ground floor
Room Amenities
3- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken
2- English
- Dutch
Cleaning services
2- Daily housekeeping Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
4- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology
5- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Radio
- TV
Reception services
5- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
Business facilities
1- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
Most popular facilities
10- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
Entertainment and family services
3- Strollers
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 27 per day.
2- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
Other for your stay
3- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
What Our Guests Say
Nice quiet place to stay just out of the Old Town city center The owners for excellent communicators and we're there anytime we needed them. The room was quiet and comfortable.
What could be improved: It was reasonably easy to navigate using public transport but it was a little out of the way. Good shopping close by as well as several bars and restaurants.
Good vibes all around Absolutely charming property in a quite neighbourhood. Plenty of eating options around . Excellent hosts .
What could be improved: Nothing to complain about
Felt like at home in 23 SouS. Self check-in check out, lovely hosts available if needed
Fully equiped room,
Very well placed on the map, nice neighborhood.
Very good Very helpful owners living upstairs
Charming and cozy -- I would stay again! Super cute apartment! You can see that a lot of love and attention to detail was put into the room. Cozy and comfortable! A little oasis in the city and very quiet for sleeping. The hosts were very friendly and helpful.
What could be improved: Nothing to report. Our stay was great!
Impeccably clean and comfortable, convenient and stylish. Impeccably clean and comfortable, convenient and stylish. Hosts were really helpful providing lots of tips about the area, which was lovely, with great places to eat and drink on the doorstep. The room was really thoughtfully appointed with everything you could need for a comfortable stay.
It was the ideal base for us to explore Amsterdam for a few days. We liked the fact that we were very close to the centre of town, but not in it. Just a short bus trip away. We were close to several eating places, a great coffee shop and a supermarket for supplies. The room was well equipped for a short stay and our hosts, who lived upstairs, were very friendly and helpful.
What could be improved: We wanted to do some laundry, but the property had no facilities, so searched for a nearby laundromat. It was a 10-15 min walk away. The bonus for us is that it was situated in a street that was hosting a big festival that day, so there was plenty to do while we waited for the machines to do their stuff!
If you like to enjoy a nice neighborhood with lovely hosts in a busy city I would recommend 23 Sous. The location is in a quiet neighborhood of Amsterdam rather than a touristy and crowded part of the city. There are a couple of good restaurants close by.
The pillows were too firm for me and Adrienne went out of her way to leave me a soft decorative pillow with a couple of pillow cases which was much appreciated. The bed is very comfortable and the shower is very nice.
What could be improved: The only thing I didn’t care for was the noise of the sump pump while showering or flushing the toilet.
Lovely room, excellent location, generous hosts! We greatly enjoyed staying at this property – wonderful, clean room with everything you need! There is a coffee machine with excellent quality coffee, also a good selection of teas and instant coffee, a small complementary bottle of a very good wine, some apples – it was very sweet of Adrienne and Boudewijn to provide these extras! :-)
Easy to travel around – bus 22 to the central station, tram 7 to Van Gogh & Rijks Museums, very convenient! Or, very enjoyable walk to the city centre – it won’t take you more than 20 min to get to the centre. Many good places to eat nearby, a supermarket is also behind the corner – great location!
Hosts are very helpful and responsive – they very quickly replied to all our messages, allowed us to check-in earlier (as we arrived earlier) – although of course it can’t be guaranteed.
Wonderful experience, we’ll definitely come back to Amsterdam and hopefully will stay there again :-)
Superb Room very comfortable and spacious. The bathroom is great. There is tea and coffee available, and we we were received with a bottle of wine and fruit. There are tram and bus stations near that allowed us to go to the main atractions. There are several options for the breakfast (we enjoyed a lot the Spirits).
What could be improved: mini bar was not ver cold.
Location & Surroundings
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- Artis Zoo900 m
- Oosterkerk150 m
- Touwbaanpark150 m
- Molen de Gooyer400 m
- Museum 't-Kromhout750 m
- 's Lands Zeemagazijn500 m
- Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam800 m
- National Maritime Museum550 m
- Natuurspeeltuin Oosterpark600 m
- Nederlands Scheepvaartmuseum650 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Tom Yum Kung10 m
- Cafe/bar De Oesjesduiker40 m
- Restaurant Pizzeria Il Forno20 m
Top attractions:
- Dam Square2.2 km
- A'DAM Lookout2.9 km
- Rembrandtplein2 km
- Rembrandt House1.6 km
- Anne Frank House3.1 km
- Beurs van Berlage2.1 km
- Heineken Experience3 km
- Royal Palace Amsterdam2.3 km
- Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder1.8 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake IJsselmeer5 km
- Forest Amsterdamse Bos8 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Blijburg Beach8 km
Public transport:
- Metro Metro Weesperplein1.9 km
- Metro Metro Waterlooplein1.6 km
- Bus Amsterdam, Leidseplein3.3 km
- Bus Amsterdam, Centraal Station2.1 km
- Train Amsterdam Central Station2 km
- Train Amsterdam Muiderpoort Station1.4 km
Closest airports:
- Schiphol Airport24 km
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport82 km
23 SouS
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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