Hotel ship Amsterdam · NDSM wharf
From 10 November 2026 through 6 May 2027 the Johanna Engelina is moored in Amsterdam. An affordable, one-of-a-kind stay on the IJ, cosy, historic, and 14 minutes from Central Station by free ferry.
A hotel, but on the water
The Johanna Engelina is a Zeeland two-mast clipper from 1897. In winter she becomes a floating hotel at NDSM wharf, where you wake to coffee in the warm saloon and the gentle sway of the IJ beneath you. Rugged history, warm wood, hospitality you won't find in any hotel.
From the deck you look out over the IJ
Since 1897
Built in 1897 in Middelburg, the Johanna Engelina spent her first decades as a cargo ship named the Daniël Jacoba. After a rich working life on the waters of Zeeland and South Holland she was lovingly restored into a sailing passenger ship. Skipper Laurens Sinaasappel has been at the helm since 1999, and every winter she moors in Amsterdam as a hotel ship.
Sailing with her in summer? See the sailing trips, group charters and races on johannaengelina.nl
Cabins
Ten cabins in two sizes, all with linens, warm duvets and a reading light. Showers and toilets are shared with the other guests.
Snug for two: two single bunks one above the other, a porthole and shelves for your things.
For families and friends: two sets of bunk beds, a private washbasin and two portholes.
Layout
Ten two- and four-berth cabins, a spacious saloon with galley, and three showers and toilets, crew fore and aft. Book a single cabin for two, or the whole ship for up to 33 guests.
Amenities
Two- and four-berth cabins with linens, warm duvets and reading lights.
Snug, fireplace feel, long table, coffee and tea all day long.
Fresh bread, eggs, fruit and local cheese, prepared by our skilled cook. Available as an extra for €17.50 p.p. plus a €300 service charge.
Three separate showers and three toilets, cleaned daily.
Fast free Wi-Fi and full central heating throughout the ship.
The free NDSM ferry reaches Amsterdam Central in 14 minutes.
Every morning
Fresh bread, eggs, fruit, yoghurt and local cheese, laid out by our experienced cook. Breakfast is not part of the overnight rate: you add it for €17.50 per person plus a €300 service charge. Roll out of your bunk, pour a coffee and look out over the IJ.
What guests say
“Waking up on the water, coffee in the saloon, then the ferry straight into the city. Magical.”
“We had the whole ship for our company weekend. The warm wood and welcoming skipper made it special.”
“Rugged, cosy and authentic, no hotel room comes anywhere close.”
Location
The NDSM wharf in Amsterdam-Noord is one of the city's most creative spots: a former shipyard full of street art, restaurants and festivals. The free NDSM ferry reaches Amsterdam Central in 14 minutes, with the A'DAM Tower, EYE Film Museum and the city centre within easy reach. Schiphol Airport is about 30 minutes away. Our berth looks out over the IJ, unrivalled at sunset.
Book direct
Book a private cabin or the whole ship as affordable group accommodation in Amsterdam. We usually reply within 24 hours with availability and a final price. No deposit, no hidden fees.
Hotel-ship season: 10 November 2026 through 6 May 2027 at the NDSM wharf.
From 10 November 2026 through 6 May 2027. Outside this season we sail on the IJsselmeer and Wadden Sea.
