I will be in Amsterdam in the first week in July of this year. Is 1.5 day enough to see the city well or I should allocate 2.5 days? Also, what areas are best to stay for easy access to most sites; Station, Ann Frank House, Leidseplein area, or Vondelpark. <BR>Does any one has suggestion for a charming and comfortable hotel or B&B within $100 american? <BR>Any info will be greatly appriciated. <BR> <BR>Andrea

A week wasn't long enough for me so I would pick 2.5 days. Have only stayed near the Anne Frank house and found it within easy walking distance to many attractions.

<BR>Of them all, I wouldn't pick the Vondelpark are because you'll spend the most of your limited time going elsewhere to see things. <BR> <BR>As for length of stay -- that's up to you. You can go for 1.5 days, but chances are you'll want/need to come back on another trip to see more. <BR> <BR>Can you play it by ear? Can you decide when you get there how long you want to stay, or do your plans need to be concrete? <BR> <BR>That said, if you're planning to go on a weekend, you don't have as much flexibility because Amsterdam hotels seem to book solid in advance for Summer weekends.

I would definetly recommend staying for 2.5 days instead of 1.5. I stayed in a clean three-star hotel located in the Leidseplein area. The hotel was called the Prinsen Hotel. They have a good location, clean rooms, breakfast included, and helpful staff.

Try the Eureka hotel. <BR>I agree with Steve about the Voldelpark area.If you have to stay there be sure to get a tram ticket.Book your hotel right away.