Quentin Golden Bear Hotel

Quentin Golden Bear Hotel is located close to Leidseplein, which is a convenient option for museum-hopping – the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Stedelijk Museums are all about a 15-minute walk away. It is also close to several gay nightlife institutions, with the popular cruising club Club Church literally a few steps away (which may account for a large part of the hotel’s gay fanbase). The more central sights and the more central gay nightlife are all an easy tram ride away.

This budget gay favourite is based in a historic Amsterdam building, which means insanely steep stairs and no lift. This is not a great choice if you have heavy suitcases, but not a problem for the light backpacker. The rooms are basic and no-frills, although some have been thoughtfully decorated in a modern style. The beds are extremely comfortable and the hotel’s layout usually allows for a quiet night’s sleep despite the late-night happenings on the street. So it's no surprise, the Quentin Golden Bear Hotel is one of the most booked budget gay hotels in Amsterdam.