St. Christopher's at The Winston - Amsterdam, Netherlands

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1 1 of 5 6/2/2008 3:51 PM Find hostels in: Search Hostelz.com - "Reviews of All Hostels Worldwide" Hostels Guide > Western Europe > Netherlands > North-Holland > Amsterdam Hostels > St. Christopher's at The Winston St. Christopher's at The Winston Amsterdam, North-Holland, Netherlands «Prev 15 of 55 Hostels in Amsterdam Next» Online Booking Secure Instant Booking Guaranteed Reservation Arrival Date: June 2 Nights: 1 People: 1 (Choose your booking dates to see availability information here.) Address Warmoesstraat, 129, Amsterdam Map Price From 20 in a dorm to 40 in a premium private room Check Current Prices by Date Here Location/Contact Location St. The Winston is on Warmoesstraat 129, between the Dam square, the Red Light District and the train Station (can you beat that???) From Dam Square Warmoesstraat starts on the north-east corner of the square. We are on number 129. From the Train Station From the big square outside the station, head towards the Victoria Hotel and follow the Damrak avenue, for about 200 meters. Turn left into Oudebrugsteeg (at the end of the cruise boats harbour). The second street, at the Chikita shop, is Warmoesstraat. Turn right into Warmoesstraat, and we are about 150 meters away, on number 129. This is a 5 to 10 minutes walk, depending on the weight of your backpack, but without any coffe shop or bar pitstops! From Schipol Airport Take a train shuttle to the Train Station. Trains leave every 10 minutes between 6am and 1am, and cost less than 4 euros one-way. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes. Follow then the above instructions from the station. Parking Facilities There is a Public Parking o Damrak, 50 meters from the Winston. Cost is around 4 per hour. Website (to make a reservation click here) Telephone

2 2 of 5 6/2/2008 3:51 PM Fax Number of Beds: 183 Bedsheets: Sheets Included Towels: FREE Luggage Storage: FREE Coed Dorm Available: No Bathroom in Room: YES Credit Cards Accepted: YES Wheelchair Accessible: YES Reservations Accepted: YES Internet Computers: Pay Wireless Internet: YES Age Range Allowed: 18+ Details Minimum Stay: No, except on New Year Maximum Stay: Unlimited Lockout: No Lockout Curfew: No Curfew Checkout: 10 AM (10:00) Reception Hours: 24 Hours Clubs/Networks: None Membership Required: No Open Dates: All Year Reviewers Wanted: Hostelz.com pays travellers US$10.00 (that's roughly 6, AU$10, or CAD$10) per hostel to photograph and review hostels. If you're interested, use this form to get more information. Hostelz.com Poll Which do you use for opinions when choosing a hostel? Comments from Hostelz.com Users (the ones with star ratings) Hostelz.com's own Exclusive Reviews Both Not sure / don't understand Description St. Christopher s at the Winston is your first culture stop in this over the top Dutch city. Upgrade to one of our 59 hotel rooms many of which have been designed by local artists to like the Green room, the Durex room, the Absolute Danny room and the Billy the Kid room. All completely unique rooms and all worth a look. Staying at St. Christopher s Youth Hostel is not without its charms though, as all of our rooms are en-suite. You ve got a private beer garden outside or our newly renovated shiny Belushi s bar and a built in nightclub at the famous Winston Kingdom. Other: Submit Forget about buses when staying at St. Christopher s as you re right where all the action is. The Red Light District is in your back yard and you re surrounded by pubs, restaurants and cafes. The Canal Cruises

3 3 of 5 6/2/2008 3:51 PM launch just around the corner and a whole host of museums are just minutes away. Also close by is the Dam Square, a great place to get your bearing for finding your way to Madame Tussard s Wax Museum, the Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk and those quirky little side streets loaded with headshops, coffee shops and trippy, hippie shops. Or take a rest by the national monument and watch the world pass by. Check-in: Dorms are ready for occupation from 3 p.m. onwards. If you arrive earlier there is a luggage room where you can store your bags allowing you to chill in the bar or go out and explore the city. Features 24 Hour Free Hot Showers Lounge / Common space Travel information provided Lockers Bar Food/Restaurant Free Breakfast Nightclub Elevator/Lift Pool Table Free City Tours Your Comments This is an open forum, and unlike other hostel guide websites, we don't censor out the negative comments. We do not validate the legitimacy of comments posted on this site so take what you read here with a grain of salt. Comment by Dale, New Zealand September 2007 Location is the best thing The location is the best thing about this centrally located hostel. It has more of a bar with hostel facilities feel about it rather than the other way around. The dorm was small and very warm in the evenings, but they provided a fan which was sweet relief. The bar had a couple of drink specials but overall the prices weren't that crash hot. Would stay again but would be tempted to look elsewhere first.

4 4 of 5 6/2/2008 3:51 PM Comment by maria, portugal September 2007 Good I only stayed for one night but it seemed a good hostel, despite the price (which in amsterdam is one of the best i got). my room was as simple as it gets so not all the rooms are decorated as the way you see in the pictures. the hostel's bar was very friendly and had a good atmosphere. Comment by Kodemistro, USA August 2007 Exceeds your Expectations This Hostel truly exceeded my expectations. I, not a party person, got a clean room, comfy bed, good breakfast, and amiable staff. I truly felt at home and was able to connect with my roommates, even if our reasons for visiting Amsterdam were different. I always felt safe (good security, twenty-four-hour staff member, heaving solid locking security door) and was able to come and go as I pleased. Don't pass up this great hostel! Comment by Cesar, Brazilian June 2007 Very good It's a nice and comfortable hostel. I stayed four nights in a double room with my girlfriend and we had a great time. The breakfast is very satisfactory and the location is perfect, close to museums, central station, and good shops and restaurants. The staff is also nice and friendly. The most important -- it's a quiet place but that doesn't mean boring place. Comment by Alan, Irish May 2007 I stayed three nights in the winston and had a great time. It's a great relaxed atmosphere and all the stay were good craic. if you're going over with a few friends then this place is highly recommended, rooms were cool also, and the bar food was great. If I was to go to amsterdam again I'd definitely stay here again. Only problem some people might have is the smell of weed throughout the building, but for me it just added to the whole experience. Comment by Leah and Kevin Elson, United Kingdom May 2007 Stayed there for just under a week, first room had a door that couldn't be locked but we were moved to another room straight away. Helpful, friendly staff. I never actually made it to breakfast (too hungover!) so can't comment on it but my wife says it was great! Yes it is noisy but then this is Amsterdam so one would expect the noise! Having said that it does quiet down enough to sleep in the early hours! Rooms were clean and had a shower/bath with very hot water! Only thing they failed to mention was if you want to watch the TV that is in each room you have to ask for the remote at reception and then leave a small deposit which you get back when you leave. Bar was great, spent a few nights propping it up! Overall a great place to stay, central to everything, would definitely stay again! Comment by Russel, Wales April 2007 Stayed twice in August 2006 in shared dorm. Staff were proper awesome and the rooms were pretty good too. Ideal location and a great place to hang out. Comment by Tracer October 2006

5 5 of 5 6/2/2008 3:51 PM Spent three days in in September there. The staff was great and the breakfast good. The room (a double) was a bit tired. Worst part was the noise! They are rebuilding a office building next door and the building rackets started at 6 a.m. Monday morning. Also the bar next door played loud, bad music next till about 4 a.m. Hey its Amsterdam and it rocks, but having a room where you can get a bit of sleep would be good. Worse thing was that we received all sorts of 'bites' during our stay. Not sure if it was fleas or what, but we were glad to leave! If they cured the bug problem and the building work is finished it would be and ok place to stay. Till Jan '07 I'd suggest finding somewhere else! Comment by patrick March 2006 This place is centrally located slap bang in the middle of the Red Light District and the noise that goes with it. If, like me, you value your sleep, avoid this area and go elsewhere. Alternatively, insist on a room at the rear of the building. Comment by Siomasioma January 2006 Had a very good stay there. I was quite impressed by the breakfast (bread, ham, cheese, orange juice, hot drinks, etc.), and the dorms (fresh linen, towels, etc.). The staff is local and friendly. The only downside is probably the lack of atmosphere, as the bar is not very lively, but the reception girl told me that they will actually put up a new bar in the coming months. Great location as well, only 5 minutes walk from the station. I would recommend. Have you visited this hostel? Post your comments here. «Prev 15 of 55 Hostels in Amsterdam Next» Hostelz.com is the only hostel guide with complete information and reviews on all youth hostels and backpackers worldwide. About Hostelz.com - Contact Hostelz.com - Add a New Hostel - Group Bookings - Reservations at St. Christopher's at The Winston Copyright 2008 Hostelz.com