Lodging in Amsterdam

We used priceline.com and got a great room last year at the Movenpick. (Around 85.00 dollars a night) The year before, we stayed at the NH Hotel (Around 75.00 dollars), beside the flower market. (Probably not a good choice for me, wife went crazy buying bulbs!!) Also, look at trip advisor for reviews of hotels and late rooms lists rooms. http://www.homelidays.com/ lists apartment for rent.

You probably should post your question on the "To the West" message board, but I have a recommendation for you. My wife and I stayed in the Leidse Square Hotel on two different visits to Amsterdam and liked it very much: clean, conveniently located, reasonably priced, and family friendly (although we didn't have any kids along).

Thank you so much for your suggestions. I really appreciate it. I will explore these options. Happy travels to you!

We really enjoyed the 't Hotel on Leliegracht. It's a couple of blocks from the Anne Frank house. It faces a canal, and they have a large room for a family.

We generally stay in Haarlem when visiting Amsterdam. Our family has been happy with Van Der Valk Hotel Haarlem Zuid, many options and configuration for families. Be sure to choose the breakfast included rate if you intend to have breakfast at the hotel. Nice ammenities, bicycle rental at the hotel if you want to explore Haarlem, which I recommend considering. Easy train access to Amsterdam from Haarlem though we chose to rent a car for convenience reasons (young children). Free parking at this hotel.

We prefer to do as Glenn posted. A much more laid back town and an easy commute to Amsterdam. I hope you have gotten a copy of RS Amsterdam Guide Book as it has lots of valuable information that we have use when planning our trips there.

Thanks for all of your helpful suggestions. Yes, we have Rick Steves' Amsterdam book and are perusing it with great interest. We can't wait to get there!