 The hotel was more expensive than a similar standard of accommodation in other cities Having completed a few hours of research I discovered that Amsterdam is generally a little more expensive than other places On balance the hotel was good value for that particular market Ultimately I was happy to pay a little more for quality security and peace of mind 
 The location was perfect for me It was only a short trip from the main railway station very close to a metro station and away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre I also felt very safe as a young female solo traveller The hotel was very clean and comfortable Importantly it got the basics essentials right I was very impressed by the staff they made me feel at home My room was cleaned every day and it was the only hotel I stayed in this trip that actually re stocked the bathroom with clean towels and toiletries every day This was important for me as I have long hair and I use a lot of shampoo It also was a sign of good will and made me feel welcome 