Spend a special night in a bridge keeper's house

Are you planning a trip to Amsterdam soon and looking for a special and unique place to stay? Then book a bridge keeper’s house in Amsterdam on Vipio. These bridge keeper’s cottages were once used by bridge keepers to manually open and close Amsterdam’s many bridges whenever a boat passed by. At the beginning of this century, this process was fully automated, and the cottages were no longer needed. Starting in 2017, some of these bridge keeper’s cottages were repurposed as unique places to stay. Sleeping in one of these cottages is an unforgettable experience. The location is ideal—you often have a truly special view—and they offer all the comforts of a hotel room. Take a quick look below at 5 bridge keeper’s cottages you can book through Vipio. Be sure to act fast, though, because before you know it, they’ll be fully booked!

This charming little building was constructed in 1928 as the bridge keeper’s cottage for the Willemsbrug. After many years of service as a bridge keeper’s cottage, it’s now a unique hotel room for two people. This bridge keeper’s cottage is a typical example of the famous Amsterdam School style and was designed by Pieter Lodewijk Kramer. The building immediately stands out because of its unusual roof shape. You’ll sleep in a comfortable double bed, and you’ll also have access to a mini-fridge, coffee and tea-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Bed linens, towels, and final cleaning are included. Both air conditioning and heating are available, so it can be booked year-round. Check out this bridge keeper’s cottage

This bridge house near the Kinker Bridge dates back to 1936 and is typical of the work of architect Pieter Lodewijk Kramer. He placed the bridge house in the “elbow” of the bridge, projecting the white window frames from the masonry and extending them around the corners. The windows on both the north and south sides are horizontal in shape, so the bridge keeper had a view of the bridge to the left and the Kostverlorenvaart to the right. You’ll sleep in a spacious double bed and have access to Wi-Fi, a shower, a toilet, and coffee and tea-making facilities. The popular Foodhallen are less than a 10-minute walk from this accommodation. Here, you’ll find a variety of eateries all gathered in one place. It’s the perfect spot for a quick bite or a relaxing glass of wine at the bar. The Vondelpark is about 1 kilometer from this accommodation, and the Rijksmuseum is about 2 kilometers away. Check out this bridge keeper’s house

This beautiful bridge keeper’s tower is located on Prins Hendrikkade, within walking distance of trendy cafés and bars. Designed in 1967 by Dic Slebos, the bridge keeper’s house stands on a wide, round column on the north side of the Kortjewantsbrug. The two-story building is accessible via a spiral staircase inside the column. The eye-catching bridge keeper’s tower offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of Amsterdam’s city center and waterways. Just like the exterior of the tower, the interior is circular—even the bed! This bridge keeper’s house is conveniently located in Amsterdam. Central Station is just a 15-minute walk away, making it the ideal starting point for exploring all the hotspots and must-sees in Amsterdam’s city center and beyond. Check out this bridge keeper’s house

Built in 1906, this bridge keeper’s cottage is one of the oldest in Amsterdam where you can spend the night. The cottage is located on the Scharrebiersluis. The bridge owes its name to a type of beer, Scharrebier, which was traditionally consumed by workers. The beer was sold on this bridge to the large group of workers who often gathered here. The accommodation is equipped with all the amenities you’d find in a hotel. You’ll sleep in a spacious double bed and have access to a bathroom with a shower and toilet. In the surrounding neighborhood, you’ll find charming cafés and restaurants where you can stop for a drink or a bite to eat. Check out this bridge keeper’s cottage

This bridge keeper’s house was built in 1969 and therefore has a “relatively” modern design compared to the other bridge keeper’s houses in Amsterdam. Many elements of the eye-catching interior—the colorful floral wallpaper, the exotic green table lamp, the quirky picture frame, and the white chairs—were designed by the Dutch design label Studio Job. In the summer, the adjacent Noorderpark is a popular green oasis for locals. The accommodation is also equipped with all the amenities you need to fully enjoy your visit to Amsterdam. You’ll sleep in a spacious double bed. The cottage also features a shower and toilet. Check out this bridge keeper’s cottage

Didn’t find the Amsterdam bridge keeper’s cottage you were looking for above? No problem. On Vipio, you’ll find many more unique and historical buildings where you can spend the night. How about, for example, a windmill dating back to 1590 or a converted water tower?

Are you the manager or owner of a unique lodging in a special location, a historical building, or a place with a unique story? Then we’d love to welcome you as an owner on Vipio. Listing your property on Vipio ensures that you’ll reach people who are actively looking for a unique place to stay. Contact our sales team at [email protected] or visit this page for more information.