A hostel in the center of old Amsterdam The Shelter City hostel is located right in the middle of the oldest part of Amsterdam city centre. The accommodation is very suitable for groups and individual travelers who would like to explore Amsterdam . The old part of Amsterdam is very lively with many restaurants and cafes. The famous Red Light District is just around the corner (but can easily be avoided if you prefer so). The hostel is close to all the main tourist attractions of Amsterdam. Dam Square, Madame Tussaud’s, the Rembrandt’s house, the canal tours, and the shopping centre are all within a 10 minutes walk. Also the Amsterdam central train station is in walking distance from the hostel. The hostel is very international. It is a place where you can meet people from all over the world. The hostel’s café and courtyard with its huge fish pond are great places to hang out and meet fellow travelers. You will feel right at home in this accommodation. The hostel has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and attracts a friendly crowd of backpackers. The Shelter City hostel is a very affordable place meeting all your hostelling needs. The hostel has a total of 168 comfortable beds in dormitory style rooms. The dorms are divided into smaller sections to provide the rest and privacy that you need. There are separate dormitories for men and women. The City hostel also has a small number of single-sex rooms with 4, 6 or 8 beds. Free breakfast (hot or cold) is included in the price. We cater for groups and individuals. Dinner and packed lunches are reasonably priced and available on request.