Rotterdam is the city for architecture, harbor atmosphere and a lively nightlife. We rounded up the best hotels in Rotterdam, from a landmark boutique hotel on the water to the world’s first coffee hotel. That makes it easy to find a bed that fits your weekend away.
Best hotels Rotterdam: how we chose them
We chose hotels that guests consistently rate highly, with plenty of reviews, and that all have something of their own: a special building, a great location or an atmosphere you won’t find everywhere. That way you’ll find the Rotterdam hotel that suits you, whether you come for the art, the food or the skyline.
LUXURY AND BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN ROTTERDAM
Suitehotel Pincoffs sits in a landmark warehouse from 1879 on the Entrepothaven in Kop van Zuid and opened in 2008 as Rotterdam’s first boutique hotel. You sleep here with a view of the water and the Erasmus Bridge around the corner. A lovely choice for a romantic weekend. Guests rate the breakfast as very good. Address: Stieltjesstraat 34, Rotterdam.
Room Mate Bruno is housed in a former tea warehouse on the Wilhelminakade, with bold colors, a roof terrace and a sauna. It sits next to the Rijnhaven and within walking distance of Lantaren Venster and the Erasmus Bridge. Great for anyone looking for a hotel with character. On the roof terrace you can have a drink with a view, and the hotel also has a bar, a sauna with steam room and a fitness room. Guests find the breakfast delicious. Address: Wilhelminakade 52, Rotterdam.
Morgan & Mees is located in a 1938 Bauhaus landmark, the former RTV Rijnmond building. The hotel has just 20 individually decorated rooms, plus a restaurant and bar where non-guests are welcome too. You’re in Oud-West, close to the Museumpark. In its own restaurant and bar you can have a cocktail or a craft beer in the evening, also on the terrace. Guests call the breakfast fantastic. Address: Mathenesserlaan 145, Rotterdam.
HOTELS WITH CHARACTER
Man Met Bril Koffie Hotel: this is the world’s first coffee hotel, built around the well-known Rotterdam coffee roastery. You have breakfast with freshly roasted coffee and sleep along the Rotte in Crooswijk. A fun place for coffee lovers who want to get to know a slightly different part of the city. Coffee takes center stage here: the hotel has its own roastery and coffee bar, so you start the day with a strong, freshly roasted espresso. In the evening you can head to Bar Dertien for a drink, and there is a terrace and a garden. Address: Linker Rottekade 12, Rotterdam.
Hotel Van Walsum is a family-run hotel on the Mathenesserlaan, in the museum district. It has a cozy Dutch atmosphere with modern comforts and sits in a quiet spot, yet close to the center. You can sit outside on the terrace or in the garden, and there is a bar and restaurant of its own. The breakfast gets good marks. Address: Mathenesserlaan 199-201, Rotterdam.
The James is a stylish design hotel in the center, close to the Coolsingel and the Lijnbaan. You can walk straight to shops, restaurants and the Markthal. That makes it ideal for a city trip where you do a lot on foot. In the cozy lounge and bar you can end the day with a drink. There is also a fitness room, and guests appreciate the breakfast. Address: Aert van Nesstraat 25, Rotterdam.
WELL RATED AND PRACTICAL
CityHub calls itself a city hotel for digital natives. Think compact, smart rooms, a cozy shared space and an affordable base for anyone who mainly wants to get out into the city. The hotel has its own bar for a drink after a day in the city.
ART Hotel is in Charlois, next to Maashaven metro station, and has a fitness room and an Italian restaurant, among other things. The metro gets you to the center quickly. A solid choice if you come by car or are here for Ahoy. The hotel has a bar, an Italian restaurant (Mio Papa) and a fitness room. Address: Mijnsherenlaan 9, Rotterdam.
citizenM is known for big beds, smart rooms and a living-room feel in the lobby. You check in yourself and handle a lot through an app. Handy and modern for anyone who doesn’t spend much time in the hotel room. Downstairs there’s a bar and restaurant, and guests appreciate the breakfast.
Where to stay in Rotterdam
If you want everything within walking distance, choose the center around the Coolsingel and the Markthal. If you love water and architecture, Kop van Zuid with the Erasmus Bridge and the old harbors is a wonderful spot. For peace and quiet and cafés, Oud-West around the Museumpark is a good bet. The metro, tram and water taxi get you around quickly.
Fun things to do in Rotterdam
You see Rotterdam at its best from the water. On a harbor cruise, a pancake boat trip or a tour on the amphibious Splashtour, you discover the skyline and the harbor in a relaxed way.
Booking a hotel in Rotterdam
We prefer that you book your hotel directly via the hotel’s official website. That’s often where you find the best overview of rooms and current offers. Rotterdam is popular on weekends and during events, so book in time.
Need more inspiration? Check out all our best hotels in the Netherlands or read our list of the best hotels in The Hague.
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