We just recently returned from our trip to Europe, which included a two night stay at BB IJ in Amsterdam. We booked directly through the website, which was very easy, with prompt email responses from the property's owners, Tina and Kamiel. We booked the Cottage Room, for a price of 75 euros per night. The directions to the B &... more

Kamiel was a most gracious host during our stay. The area of the B&B was perfect and very close to public transportation. The gardens behind the Kuinder Room were spectacular and wonderful to wake up to. I highly recommend this urban oasis for a relaxing way to end your full days of sightseeing in Amsterdam. more

B & B IJ is owned and run by Tina, a delightful and vivacious native of Huntsville, Alabama. On the ground floor of an 18th century canal house, there are two rooms which are stylishly decorated and offer every comfort. I stayed in the Garden Suite, which I highly recommend, and which accesses the canal-front patio. I would leave in... more

My boyfriend and I stayed in the Kuinder Room while visiting Amsterdam. Although somewhat out of the main part of the city, it was in an excellent location (near tram lines) that was very quiet, and near many restaurants and shops. Tram lines into town were only a 5 minute walk away and although about 15-20 minutes into town, it... more

The garden suite at the BBIJ is a wonderful place for a reasonable price. The room is spacious with a large bathroom. Tina, the Inn keeper, was very friendly and extremely helpful with various reservations and information. The only negative thing would be the bed, the mattress was very broken down and uncomfortable and the bed frame was very loud.... more