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Serviced Apartments in Amsterdam

Mandy Thompson • Sep 18, 2023

Why Live in Amsterdam?

Now more than ever, expats are interested in moving temporarily to Amsterdam. The city’s welcoming atmosphere and idyllic surroundings appeal to corporate professionals and travellers from all over the world.


Many companies move their employees here to open a new office, while students often come to Amsterdam for a memorable study-abroad experience. 


One thing is certain, and it’s that the city offers endless services to support expats in their medium-term stay. Visitors don’t need to learn the language to navigate the city, and they appreciate the large international community.


But these aren’t the only reasons to live in Amsterdam. The city also offers reliable public transportation and exceptional bike paths. Where else can you find the energy of a large metropolis and the charm of a small town?


City Retreat is an Amsterdam serviced accommodation provider!


Looking for Rental Properties in Amsterdam?

City Retreat B.V. is a Dutch serviced apartment provider offering temporary stays of 2-12 months. Most of our furnished, move-in ready accommodations are in the Amsterdam city centre, where we have been operating for over 10 years. We primarily serve expats and corporate travellers and will gladly discuss your needs. Get in touch to learn more about our properties!

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Challenges of moving to Amsterdam

Amsterdam is an amazing city—but it isn’t without its challenges. One of the greatest barriers expats face is the housing shortage. It can be difficult to search for medium-term rental apartments, as new city laws and even landlords often require longer-term agreements. 


Landlords may also have a minimum income requirement, which limits accommodations for digital nomads and self-employed workers. Yet hotels and Airbnbs just don’t cut it for expats who need to register with the city, receive a citizen number, and access services like banking and identification verification (DigiD).

Not only that, but many rentals here in Amsterdam are unfurnished and lack essential appliances. There are also a number of scams, high utilities, and potential communication barriers with landlords. Combined, these challenges make it difficult for expats to secure temporary accommodations.


This is where City Retreat comes in.

Reliable Serviced Apartments in Amsterdam

City Retreat offers fully furnished temporary accommodations with seamless customer service. With us, expats looking for medium-term rentals or corporate housing can secure an apartment quickly.


Our listings are expansive. City Retreat has a solid inventory of Amsterdam rental apartments in some of the city’s best locations. With flexible lease agreements and all expenses included in the monthly rate, tenants can acclimate fast—and even register their address with the city.


All of our properties are equipped with high-speed Wifi, essential appliances, kitchen utensils, and fresh linens and towels. We deep-clean the apartments before check-in and communicate with tenants at every turn.


That communication is everything. City Retreat eliminates the stress of dealing with landlords abroad. Instead, we serve as a reliable point of contact for all of your needs.

Whatever brings you to our beautiful city, we’ll help you reduce stress and find the perfect corporate housing unit. Our serviced rentals offer the convenience of a long-stay hotel with the comfort of a genuine Amsterdam apartment.


To book one of our listings or simply learn more about City Retreat, please send an email to bookings@cityretreat.com

What to Expect with a City Retreat Rental in Amsterdam


Feature Description
Fully Furnished Move-in ready accommodations.
Clean Deep-cleaning before your arrival.
All Utilities Included Electricity, water, and gas included in the rent.
Internet High-speed Wifi connectivity.
Extra Cleaning Additional cleaning services available upon request.
Fast Maintenance All maintenance issues resolved within 48 hours.
All Kitchen Utensils Fully equipped kitchen for cooking and dining.
Linen and Towels New clean bed linen and towels provided.
Easy Booking Hassle-free booking online or via email.
Flexible Rental Agreements Flexible terms for month-to-month rentals.
Friendly and Responsive Customer Service Customer service reps available to address your needs.

Our Promise to Tenants

All of our units are move-in ready, and inspected and managed in-house. If you find something is missing during our initial meet-and-greet, we’ll simply buy those items for you. 

Our goal is for tenants to have everything they need to feel at home—that’s the City Retreat guarantee.


Ready to book a serviced apartment in Amsterdam? Take a look at our available properties below

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