Amsterdam has a unique city layout, with several concentric rings created by the city’s canals. Most gay visitors like to stay within these rings, especially the large central area (Old Centre) that contains the red light district, Dam square, and Damrak.
Gay Amsterdam is more or less evenly spread out across the city, with two main clusters of bars. Both are within walking distance of each other. One is located in the red light district, and includes its fair share of gay fetish and cruising bars, as well as the only gay sauna in town. The other is further south, between the Singel and Herengracht canals.
Legally all hotels across Amsterdam are gay-friendly. The hotels listed below are located in popular parts of the city for gay travelers and excel at providing value for money and quality experiences.
The Netherlands is an exceptionally progressive country in almost every way, and has been ahead of the curve for decades. Homosexuality was decriminalized back in 1811. Gay visitors are highly unlikely to encounter discrimination in the city. If they do, they are protected by the law through the country’s Equal Rights Act.
Many tourists to Amsterdam stay in the Old Center around the central canal ring, which concentrates most of the highlights. There is of course plenty to see and explore in the neighborhoods beyond if you have more time in the city, but gay Amsterdam is mostly located in and around the old center.
The old center and canal ring of Amsterdam is easy and pleasant to walk around in, so you will rarely have to take public transport for travel within the city center.
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♥ A gorgeous outdoor heated pool with views is a rare find in Amsterdam
♥ Central location, perfect for walking just about anywhere in the city
♥ That classic W sense of style
♥ All of central Amsterdam’s gay nightlife is within walking distance
♥ Comfortable, spacious, and well-designed rooms
♥ Excellent on-site restaurant
♥ Super friendly and personal – just what you want from a boutique hotel
♥ Extremely comfortable and spacious rooms
♥ Best location for museums and parks
♥ Top two gay venues like Club Church and Spijker Bar are 15 mins walk
♥ Excellent location for both gay nightlife and culture
♥ High-end designer touches that elevate the decor for a luxury feel
♥ Look for rooms and suites with whirlpool tub when booking
♥ Halfway between Amsterdam’s main gay areas, so you can switch up your nights
♥ Tasty complimentary breakfast to start your day right (and keep costs low)
♥ Vintage Art Deco building gives the hotel an outdated but charming style
♥ As close to Amsterdam’s most popular cruising club as you can get
♥ Convenient walk to major museums
♥ Very comfortable beds (so you can rest easy after that night at Club Church)
♥ Excellent central location for both gay nightlife and city exploration
♥ Iconic Amsterdam views from certain rooms
♥ Comfortable rooms with various size options
♥ Two-minute walk to Nieuwezijds gay sauna
♥ Cool, creative, and contemporary decor
♥ Excellent bar and restaurant in 5&33
♥ Close to museums, attractions, and plenty of gay bars
♥ Modern, stylish decor throughout the building
♥ Extra comfy beds
♥ The perfect compromise between a quality hostel and a budget hotel
♥ The Play Room is the perfect party pad for groups of friends
♥ Good facilities, including a gym (pretty rare for a budget hotel)
♥ Unique concept, perfectly executed
♥ Great privacy, but with the social aspect of a hostel
♥ Location helps you discover a more local side to the city than the tourist city center
♥ Floor to ceiling windows in every room
♥ Iconic Building & water-front location
♥ Straight-friendly hotel brand
♥ Eclectic boutique hotel
♥ City centre location – 15 minutes walk to key gay venues
♥ “Straight-friendly” hotel brand
♥ Historical 15th-century building with a real sense of heritage
♥ Michelin-starred restaurant on-site, as well as more casual options
♥ The canal-facing rooms and suites are classic Amsterdam
♥ Classic Dutch art and architecture with a modern twist
♥ Great canal-side location
♥ Excellent bar, restaurant, and cafe on-site
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