I've been checking out different places to stay when in Amsterdam. As far as hostels go, I've been looking at the Cosmos, The crash, and The Bulldog. Now I've seen shit for The Bulldog all over the place, and I think I heard someone say that it's overrated or something. But it looks decent on the webpage. And for Hotels, I've been looking at The Quentin. It's looking pretty nice for a cheaper hotel, and I like the idea of having my own room to keep my stuff in. But I am going alone so I'd be more likely to make some friends if I stayed in a hostel, and that's kind of the goal.
Any recommendations?
Names of some must visit coffee shops or clubs that play hip-hop are welcome also.