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Sunhead of 1617
Herengracht 152, Amsterdam 1016 BN, The Netherlands
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Great location, quiet

Sunhead of 1617

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Jan 15, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

The Sunhead is in a wonderful, quiet location in the old canal area of Amsterdam near the Jordaan. It's walking distance to almost everywhere in the city center. As others have noted, the breakfasts are delicious, the hosts are congenial, and the place is spotless. I would sit in the window of the red room and read overlooking the canal. It does have steep steps, however, and has the small feel of a 17th century canal house if those are issues. We got very fit climbing the stairs. A great cat also.

  • Date of stay September 2005
  • Member since July 07, 2005
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A great apartment that you should keep to yourselves!

Sunhead of 1617

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Birmingham
Dec 14, 2005
1/1 found this review helpful

Being highly recommended by a friend who stays regularly in some of the Sunhead apartments, we stayed for the weekend at their Singlet apartment.

It was perfectly located, being a quick stroll into the city centre, but being perfectly located for the great bars, restaurants and quality side of Amsterdam.

The basement apartment was well kitted out and very clean and although the Singlet is relatively quiet at night, you'll sleep well anyway in the bedroom which is at the back of the property (although could be a little claustrophbic if you don't like being without a window.) The bathroom with corner bath was a welcome relief most nights after a good stroll in the day! The kitchen was equipped for all that we would need and the tv

Thanks to Rolphe and Carlos for their courtesy and hospitality. Keep up the good work!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay December 2005
  • Member since December 14, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Tourists
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A great Amsterdam experience!

Sunhead of 1617

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Concord, NH
Dec 12, 2005
2/2 found this review helpful

Sunhead of 1617 is a beautiful canal house along Herengracht. My friend and I stayed in the red room overlooking the canal, which was a great view! The hosts, Carlos and Roelf-Jan, were wonderful people. The dining room was very warm and beautifully adorned with murals (painted by Carlos). The breakfast was absolutely delicious, most especially, the yogurt filled with fresh fruits and variety of nuts (there's nothing like it!). The location was perfect. It was walking distance to about all the key spots in Amsterdam, especially Anne Frank House.

We had an excellent stay at Sunhead. It was a true feel of Amsterdam. I highly recommend this place and would definitely stay again in a heartbeat.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2005
  • Member since December 12, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Tourists
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Home away from home

Sunhead of 1617

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
New York
Nov 18, 2005
1/1 found this review helpful

From an American who had never been to Europe.
We had only planned on staying 2 nights, but were having such a good time in Amsterdam decided to stay for 4. The owners of Sunhead were wonderful. The accomadations were clean and warm, the breakfast every morning was awesome and the location is terrific! Located just 2 blocks away from the Red Light District and some of the best coffee shops, Sunhead was the perfect place to stay. Every day I would come back to a completely clean room. There is a great coffee shop just a block away called Amnesia as well as a wonderful spa called Deco. I would highly recommend Sunhead. Thanks guys!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay November 2005
  • Member since November 18, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for Tourists
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The perfect place to stay

Sunhead of 1617

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Berkeley, CA
Oct 26, 2005
2/2 found this review helpful

Sunhead 1617 is a B&B on the Herengracht, one of the old canals in Amsterdam. My wife and I spent 5 nights there recently. In all our travels, we have never found a place that is as pleasant, friendly and in every way ideal. The house is from 1617 but has been remodeled and furnished beautifully. Our room (the Salmon room) overlooked the canal and the peaceful street in front. The room was large, airy and light. The furniture and furnishings were great. We had our own espresso machine and supplies along with tea. The breakfast was served downstairs in old/new kitchen. The food was plentiful and wonderful; the conversation was engaging. The owners are friendly and helpful without any sense of being intrusive.

The location is central and we walked to every museum as well as the train station. We cannot offer a higher recommendation.

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Herengracht 152, Amsterdam 1016 BN, The Netherlands