XO Hotels Blue Square rates, Amsterdam

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Axel's take: 7.9/10

Good-value comfort and helpful staff, provided you’re happy taking trams into town. a no-frills 3-star in Amsterdam’s outer west, scored for what it is.

XO Hotels Blue Square is a no-frills 3-star in Amsterdam’s outer west, and we’d pick it for practical comfort rather than canal-side atmosphere. Recent Expedia guests repeatedly praise spacious, clean rooms and friendly staff; Booking.com’s ratings tell a similar story. Air conditioning, fridges and coffee machines make it a well-equipped budget base, especially for families sharing the larger rooms.

The main compromise is location: nearby trams help, but sightseeing means commuting rather than stepping straight into historic Amsterdam. Choose your room carefully, too: the hotel sells windowless twins, while Economy twins have an unusual end-to-end bed layout. Some guests mention smells or cleaning misses, although positive cleanliness reports dominate. We’d skip it for a short, nightlife-focused trip where walking home matters.

• Best for: budget-conscious city explorers; families needing larger shared rooms; travelers comfortable using public transport

• Watch out for: tram journeys to central sights; windowless rooms and unusual Economy bed layouts; occasional room smells and cleaning misses

• Location: Outer-west neighborhood with nearby trams, supermarkets and casual restaurants; not a central sightseeing base.

• Rooms: Useful space and equipment for the class; check window availability and the Economy twin bed arrangement.

• Cleanliness: Generally well rated, with occasional reports of odors or overlooked cleaning.

• Service: Friendly, helpful staff are one of the most consistent positives across booking sites.

• Amenities: Buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi, bike rental and paid parking; the hotel confirms there is no airport shuttle.

• Fees and surprises: Breakfast and parking cost extra; payments are cashless, and alcohol is not served.

Axel's opinion of XO Hotels Blue Square, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

About XO Hotels Blue Square

• 3-star hotel
• Slotermeerlaan 80, Amsterdam
• Amenities: Computer, Air conditioning, 24-hour reception, Elevator/lift, Smoke-free property, Heating, Security guard, Ticket assistance, Television in lobby, Fire Extinguisher, All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private), Upper floors accessible by elevator
• City page: Hotels in Amsterdam

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