Boat Rooms on Water in Roterdam centrum Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Boat Rooms on Water in Roterdam centrum, I thought it was some gimmicky tourist trap. But actually staying on these floating accommodations right in Rotterdam‘s city center? It’s genuinely something special, and I mean that in the best possible way.
You’re literally sleeping on the water at Wolfshoek, which puts you right in the thick of things but somehow still feels like this peaceful little escape. The boats themselves are surprisingly cozy – I was expecting cramped quarters, but they’ve really maximized the space without making it feel claustrophobic. What struck me most was waking up to the gentle rocking motion and the sound of water lapping against the hull. It’s sort of meditative, you know? Though fair warning – if you’re someone who needs absolute stillness to sleep, the subtle movement might take a night to get used to. I actually loved it after the first evening.
The location is honestly perfect for exploring Rotterdam’s center on foot. You’re a quick walk from the Markthal (which, if you haven’t been, is absolutely worth the hype for breakfast), and the Erasmus Bridge is right there for those iconic Rotterdam photos everyone takes. What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night despite being so central – there’s something about being on the water that seems to muffle the city noise. The check-in process was refreshingly straightforward too, though I’d definitely recommend confirming the exact boat location beforehand since the setup isn’t immediately obvious if you’re arriving after dark.
This isn’t your typical boutique hotel experience with formal star ratings and all that – it’s more like staying with a friend who happens to have really cool taste in accommodation. The boats have everything you actually need without unnecessary frills, and honestly, the novelty factor alone makes it memorable. I’ve stayed in plenty of standard hotels in Rotterdam, but this is the place I still tell people about months later. If you’re looking for something different and you don’t mind a bit of adventure with your accommodation, this floating setup in the heart of the city is pretty hard to beat.
Boat Rooms on Water in Roterdam centrum Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Apartment | 6 × 2 twin beds for Max. people: 12 | $1,167 |
Reviews of Boat Rooms on Water in Roterdam centrum
Wonderful – Pieter from Netherlands – May 24, 2025 (9/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- t Landje: 550 m
- Kijk-Kubus: 700 m
- Havenmuseum: 300 m
- Vriendschip II: 200 m
- De Verwoeste Stad: 250 m
- Sint Laurensenkerk: 600 m
- Maritime Museum Rotterdam: 200 m
- Navy Museum of Royal Navy: 650 m
- Historisch Museum Rotterdam: 300 m
- Nederlandse Handelsmaatschappij: 250 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Fjord: 250 m
- Restaurant Coopvaert: 250 m
- Restaurant Vessel 11: 50 m
Top attractions:
- Villa Zebra: 2 km
- Wereldmuseum: 1.2 km
- Chabot Museum: 900 m
- Rotterdam Zoo: 2.9 km
- Sonneveld House: 850 m
- Het Nieuwe Instituut: 1.1 km
- Naturemuseum Rotterdam: 1.4 km
- The Court of the Prince: 19 km
- Museum Boijmans van Beuningen: 900 m
Natural Beauty:
- Forest Kasteel: 9 km
Public transit:
- Subway Beurs: 200 m
- Bus Rotterdam, Beurs: 400 m
- Subway Metro-Leuvehaven: 500 m
- Bus Rotterdam, Westblaak: 500 m
- Train Rotterdam Blaak Station: 650 m
- Train Rotterdam, Keizerstraat: 200 m
Closest Airports:
- Schiphol Airport: 58 km
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport: 6 km
Facilities
View:
- River view
- City view
- View
General:
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Private entrance
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Living Area:
- Sitting area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Hearing accessible
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
Languages Spoken:
- German
- English
- Dutch
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
Media & Technology:
- CD player
- Radio
Most popular facilities:
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
Entertainment & Family Services:
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 22 per day.:
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
Other for your stay:
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
House Rules at Boat Rooms on Water in Roterdam centrum
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Check-out:
- From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 28
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
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