Looking for recommendations for accommodations for 2 adults and 2 young children in April in Amsterdam. We know the prices are higher since it’s Tulip season, but we are looking to try to keep it to about $250/night. We are happy with an Airbnb or a hotel family room. Bonus if there’s breakfast if in a hotel. Ideally centrally located and near transportation and a park/playground. Anyone have good experiences to share? I’m finding it more difficult than usual to find something which is probably because everyone wants to be there that time of year!
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Welcome to the forum!
I'll throw this out as, while we haven't done so ourselves yet, others of the gang here have chosen accommodations outside of Amsterdam - but just short public-transit hops away - for better pricing and lighter crowds. I'm sure some of them will chime in with recommendations for good locations but here's a thread from earlier this year with some of those to get you started. Oh and yes, I'd definitely consider doing the same ourselves on a return trip!
https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/netherlands/haarlem-to-amsterdam
Editing to add: regarding Airbnbs, you might want to scan this previous thread too? I don't have a dog in this fight, as we don't use that platform, but it might be good to be aware of some strong feelings about the short-term rental market. Opinions, pro or con, are strictly those of the participating posters. Aside from that there are a few recommendations that might be useful. :O)
https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/netherlands/airbnb-vrbo-or-hotels