“The staff was friendly and the concept is really cool. I like the idea of helping refugees integrate. ”
“It was much fun to stay in an old prison. One could walkk around the building and get an impression about how prison-life was.”
“This is a great and unique location if you want to visit one of Amsterdam's true prisons, the 'Bijlmerbajes'. It is an unique experience to stay in a renovated cell, especially since this city's heritage is going to be destroyed soon. Do NOT expect luxury! The linens are clean, but the bathroom is shared and a smelly old prison shower . Bring your own breakfast! No bathrobes or slippers provided. No TV in the room. Basically, a great 'prison-like' experience for a night or so.”
“Sleep in jail for a night. Nicely renovated and all you need. Nice beds, friendly staff”
“The staff were brilliantly friendly and accommodating and available 24 hours. There are no frills - this is clearly a prison - but completely comfortable and has a nice hostel vibe, with great room sizes and basic facilities. A great experience and a brilliant ethos.”
“Great stuff, very helpful! 10+. Lola is the best! Also when you will have other chance to sleep in a prison?! Who knows...”
“The staff and the novelty value of staying in a prison. Handy for the train to Amsterdam”
“In my opinion, the hotel was awesome. My boyfriend and me were there for the holidays and the people who work there are very kind and funny. When you arrive, they ask you "Are you ready for your prison experience?".The rooms were sweet and comfy. We slept very well in the beds and it was easy to get to the central station. Very nice, thank you :)”
“Loved staying here with my partner. Stayed in one of the old cells, it was so much fun. Very comfortable and really easy to get to just hop on a train and it’s 4 stops from main centre. We got a taxi from the centre too as last train is half 10pm and that was about €25. Staff were all lovely and welcoming too”
“Great people providing very friendly service. They serve perfect coffee at the reception area! Also the staff very kindly stored my road bike in a safe room. The rooms are simple but good and the overall experience is just ace.”