Student living, your way.

Student living, your way.

Coffee corner, Amsterdam Minervahaven

Student ExperienceAmsterdam Minervahaven

Looking for the perfect temporary student home in Amsterdam for '25/’26? Short-stay location Amsterdam Minervahaven is where your student life truly begins. Here, you’ll find everything you need to live on your terms. Mornings at the gym, afternoons focused on your studies, and evenings filled with laughter; you decide what you make of it. New studios become available regularly. Check our website or register now to be the first to know when new studios go live.

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Amsterdam Minervahaven information

Studio specs

Studios and sizes
Student Experience Amsterdam Minervahaven studios have a floor space between 20m² and 45m² and are fully furnished. They also include a private kitchen and bathroom. The height of the studio is approximately 260 cm. For all prices and floorplans, check the price overview per studio type for Amsterdam Minervahaven.
Furniture
At this location, you are provided with a fully furnished studio. The studio is fully furnished for your comfort with:
- Chaise longue;
- Box spring bed (120x200 cm) incl. sheet, duvet + duvet cover and 2 pillows with pillow cases;
- Night stand;
- TV cabinet and TV;
- Small coffee table;
- Large table to dine and study at and a chair;
- Floor and table lamp;
- Rug;
- Large wardrobe;
- Curtains;
- Internet;
- Intercom.
Kitchen
The kitchen features a countertop of 2 meters, including a sink. Cabinets above and below the countertop provide ample storage space. The kitchen is equipped with a ceramic stove, a fridge, bin and extractor hood. You'll also receive a brand new kitchen set with:
- 2 pans;
- 2 plates;
- 2 bowls;
- Cutlery;
- 2 glasses;
- 2 mugs;
- Utensils;
- Cleaning set with items such as dishwashing brush and detergent.
The kitchen set is yours. You can take it with you when you leave.
Bathroom
The modern bathroom boasts a large washbasin with mirror wall, a spacious shower and a toilet. A brand new bathroom set is provided, including:
- 2 towels;
- 2 guest towels;
- 2 washcloths;
- 1 toilet roll;
- 1 bathmat;
- 1 shower package.
The bathroom set is yours. You can take it with you when you leave.
Floor

Every studio has a dark brown PVC floor. In addition to its warm appearance, the floor is easy to keep clean.

The studio features floor heating and cooling so that you can always set your ideal temperature.

Hanging items on the walls

It is not possible to hang items on the wall. Do you wish to bring a memento from home? Then consider a photo frame you can set down somewhere.

TV and internet connection

WiFi and television are taken care of. A TV and internet are provided for your comfort.

 

Conditions

Study conditions 

Our permit states that to stay with us, you must be enrolled at an educational institution in the Netherlands or abroad. Your stay in the Netherlands must be temporary, with a maximum duration of one year. You need a permanent address outside the Netherlands and hold a foreign nationality. Eligible purposes include a study programme, internship, or PhD research.

Period of stay
Contracts at Minervahaven have a fixed duration of 12 months. It is not possible to extend, renew, or enter into a new contract after this period.

You can only stay here when you’re temporarily studying in the Netherlands.  The precise start date and stay period per studio can be found in the studio advertisement. You'll be moving into a fully furnished studio and have access to all the services this super sustainable location has to offer. Full-service living at its best!
 

 

Tourist tax

Are you relocating to Amsterdam from abroad?  
The Amsterdam municipality will charge tourist tax if you do not register at Student Experience Amsterdam Minervahaven (this is 12,5% of the price per night excl. VAT). 
 
Schedule an appointment with the municipality to register (this appointment happens in person). It needs to take place within five days of arrival, so make sure to schedule it in advance by calling +31 20 624 11 11. 

The city offices are currently busier than usual, so schedule your appointment as soon as possible to save yourself a lot of time and money. For more information, check this page.

UvA and HvA students can easily register on the planned registration days. 

You must register as a resident at the address of Minervahaven, Moermanskkade 71A, 1013 BC Amsterdam. You can use your contract as a burden of proof. 
    
To avoid paying tourist tax, you need to send the confirmation letter or email (please don’t show us your BSN) from the municipality of Amsterdam to info@studentexperience.com.
 
Are you relocating within the Netherlands?  
The Amsterdam municipality will charge a tourist tax if you do not register at Student Experience Amsterdam Minervahaven (this is 12,5% of the price per night, excl. VAT). The city offices are currently busier than usual, so schedule your appointment as soon as possible to save yourself a lot of time and money.    
  
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UvA and HvA students can easily register on the planned registration days.
 
You must register as a resident at the address of Minervahaven, Moermanskkade 71A, 1013 BC Amsterdam. You can use your contract as a burden of proof. 
    
To avoid paying tourist tax, you need to send the confirmation letter or email (please don’t show us your BSN) from the municipality of Amsterdam to info@studentexperience.com.    

Prices

Studio price

Studio prices at Amsterdam Minervahaven start at € 1.549 per month all-in. This price covers VAT, electricity, water, internet, and municipal taxes. This also includes 24/7 security and access to facilities such as the gym, rooftop sports field, study room, and more.    

Not included are:  
- Costs for washing and drying  
- Parking fees 

Other fees:  
- Deposit: € 1.750 
- Reservation fee: € 50 

Both fees must be paid together with the first month's rent in your first transfer. 

Important note: Our prices are currently calculated with a 9% VAT. Due to potential government adjustments, the VAT rate for short stays may rise to 21% in 2026, impacting your monthly costs.    

For full pricing details, see the price overview for Amsterdam Minervahaven.   

Housing allowance
Due to the temporary nature of your stay, it is not possible to apply for housing benefits while staying at Student Experience Amsterdam Minervahaven.

The complex has no residential destination, so you can only stay here temporarily. In addition, you will not receive your own house number but a room number, which means you will not receive your own mailbox. These are requirements that you must meet in order to apply for housing benefit.

 

   

Cancellation policy

Requirements
You have signed a contract to live at Student Experience, but you changed your mind or cannot move in due to special circumstances. The cancellation policy depends on the situation, you can find more details below. You need a compelling reason to terminate your contract early. Examples of this are: you have been declined from your studies or cannot come to The Netherlands anymore. In order to process a request for early termination of your contract, we need proof. The proof is, for example, a rejection letter from your educational institution. 
Not signed yet
If you have not yet signed your contract, you can cancel it free of charge.
> 30 days to contract start date
If you have signed the contract, you can cancel your contract up to 30 days before the commencement date. If you have a compelling reason and proof, no costs will be charged.
< 30 days to contract start date
If you decide to terminate your contract less than 30 days before the start date of your contract, this will only be possible if you have a compelling reason and proof for it. You only pay for the first month and the administration costs when approved. The deposit will be credited within 30 days after the adjusted contract's end date. 
After your contract start date
You want to terminate your fixed-term contract earlier than the contract end date. Unfortunately, this is not possible since you have entered into a contract with a fixed end date. We can only make an exception if you have a compelling reason for this and can provide proof of this. Upon approval, a one-month (30 days) notice period applies. You pay the costs until the new end date of your contract. The deposit will be refunded in accordance with your contract.

 

House rules

House rules
The house rules contain some essential information that is important to make your residence in the building as pleasant as possible. The latest version of the house rules is applicable. You can read the house rules here.
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Facilities at Amsterdam Minervahaven

Study room

Study without being distracted? The study room is a bright, open space where you can study peacefully. Co-Study Sessions are also held here, so you can focus optimally and have inspiring breaks with brain food, your neighbours and fun activities.

Reception

The reception is open from 6 AM to 10 PM. Questions or do you want to book the dining room? You're welcome here! 

Lounge

The lounge consists of cosy sitting areas where you can relax with your neighbours, watch TV or play (online) games.

Co-working spaces

Working on an important project? Go to one of our co-working spaces so you can work without being disturbed whenever you want.

24/7 duty manager and security

Every day from 6 AM - 10 PM a duty manager is present. During the night, you can rely on the security guard. In addition, security cameras are present at various locations in and around the complex.

Rooftop sports field

All Student Experience locations have a sports field on the roof. You can use the sports field and the other facilities on the roof between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Can (photo)shoots be held?
Anyone can submit a request to use the location for a photoshoot or videoshoot. This can be done for school or graduation projects, own work, but also for commercial photo or video shoots. More information can be found here.

Presentation space

Do you have an important presentation at uni tomorrow? Practice it in the presentation room. Or are you going to work on a project together? Then this is the perfect place.

The presentation room can be reserved via the reception of the complex.

 

Private dining room

Use the private dining room to cook dinner with your friends or family, celebrate your birthday or have a baking competition with your best friend.

You can reserve the private dining room through our reception.

Gym

The gym is open every day from 7:00 am till 21:00 pm and equipped with modern fitness equipment from Technogym. Exercise here at your time of day!

Service portal

You can access the online service portal for more information about Student Experience. You can easily arrange most matters here, such as check out or submitting a repair request.

Printer and copier

In the lounge of the complex there is a copy, print and scan machine present. You can make use of it for a fee.

Game corner

In the game corner you can prove you're the best at table tennis, darts or 8-ball. In addition, it is possible to connect your own game console to the large television screen in the lounge.

Parcel service

Have you placed an online order or you received a package that does not fit through the letterbox? We have a digital concierge that temporarily stores the package. Pick up the package from the BringMe Box as soon as you have time.

Find out how this works here or check out the introduction video.

Courtyard

This complex has its own courtyard. Several seating areas have been placed for lounging and enjoying the flora and fauna that the garden has to offer. Special mosses, grasses and flowers were planted to attract certain (endangered) species, such as birds and bees. Together with an insect hotel and bat box they provide even more liveliness in the courtyard.

Indoor bicycle parking

There is a covered bicycle parking where you can park your bike. 

Laundromat

The Student Experience Laundromat is a self-service laundromat where you can use professional washing machines and dryers for a € 3 fee. Washing detergent is automatically added to every wash. Using your own detergent or cleaning products is not permitted because it causes stains in your laundry and can damage the machines.

An ironing board is also available in the laundromat. An iron can be borrowed at the reception.

Parking garage

Are your friends visiting by car or do you want to park your own car? That is possible in the garage underneath the complex!

Bikes and e-bikes

Travelling by bike is a very Dutch way of getting to your destination. It's the most efficient way to get around Amsterdam, because it's quick, easy, and you'll always have a place to park. Plus, you'll emit a lot less CO2, so it's super sustainable too! 

In the underground parking garage at Amsterdam Minervahaven, you'll find shared bikes and e-bikes that you can rent for a fee through the TULU app. Download the app, read everything you need to know here, and start riding.  

E-cars

Do you want to drop by IKEA or is it raining outside? You can use two electric shared cars at this location for a fee. For more information, check this page. 

Vending machine

Care for a snack? There are vending machines present where you can pick up a snack or something to drink.

TULU Smart rental unit

At the TULU smart rental unit, you can rent handy items such as a vacuum cleaner, game consoles, board games, and more! The contents of the TULU units vary per location, so go and check it out and find out which amazing items you can rent at your location! Download the TULU app to start. 

Sustainability

Student Experience Amsterdam Minervahaven is the most sustainable student housing complex in Europe. Three of its facades are made up entirely of solar panels: we are literally soaking up the sun to provide you with power! The building is gas-free and fully lit with LED lamps. These and other innovative solutions enable us to minimize our CO2 emissions.

Views of the green roof and courtyard? Then you are looking at mosses, grasses, herbs and plants that were placed specifically to attract local flora and fauna.

You too can contribute to the sustainable nature of the location. Grab one of our free bikes! Recycle your waste in our recycling room and use energy wisely. That's how we create a greener world together!


Want to know more about sustainability at this location? Take a look at our BREEAM-NL certification!

What our residents are saying.

I really like living here because you can easily make friends. Especially when you are on the basketball court, in the gym or in the game corner.

Anne-Romé
Amsterdam Minervahaven

I asked myself the other day, what the difference was between living in Student Experience and heaven. Only thing I could come up with was that there's a free gym in Student Experience, and probably not in heaven."

Yona
Amsterdam Minervahaven

Student Experience gave me the chance to meet amazing people. I can't imagine living outside of Student Experience.

Adolfo
Amsterdam Minervahaven

I am 5 months into my stay at Amterdam Minervahaven and everytime when I see the building and studios it gets me this satisfying feeling.  

Aland
Amsterdam Minervahaven

Student Experience is the place to be.

Tristan
Amsterdam Minervahaven

Frequently asked questions.

  • How can I book a studio at Amsterdam Minervahaven?

    At Student Experience, our goal is to give everyone an equal chance. That's why there's no waitlist! When a studio is available at Student Experience Amsterdam Minervahaven that meets your needs, you can book it right away. Are you the first one to book a studio, and do you meet the requirements? Then, the studio is yours! On this page, you’ll find a step-by-step explanation about how to book a studio.

Get in touch.

Is your answer not listed here? Go to our FAQ page or contact us. Do you want to contact the duty manager of your location directly? You can find his number at the reception of your location and in your service portal.

Email
info@studentexperience.com

Phone
Netherlands+31 (0)20 235 21 59Spain
+34 919 54 97 71

 Contact details for short stay (Madrid Pozuelo)
shortstay.madrid@studentexperience.com
+34 917 696 790

WhatsApp details (Granada)