ss Rotterdam Hotel en Restaurants Overview
You know what’s wild about ss Rotterdam Hotel en Restaurants? You’re literally sleeping on a former cruise ship that’s permanently docked in Rotterdam’s harbor. I mean, this isn’t some themed hotel pretending to be nautical – it’s the actual ocean liner that carried passengers across the Atlantic for decades, and now it’s been converted into this genuinely unique four-star experience. The moment you walk up that gangway (yeah, you board like you’re going on a voyage), you realize this place has stories embedded in every rivet and porthole.
What really gets me is how they’ve managed to preserve that authentic maritime feel without making it feel cramped or dated. The cabins – sorry, rooms – still have those classic round portholes, and honestly, waking up to water views through one of those feels pretty magical. The corridors have this satisfying ship-like narrowness, and you can actually feel the slight movement of the water beneath you if you pay attention. Some people worry about seasickness, but it’s so minimal you’d hardly notice unless someone pointed it out. The restaurants onboard are actually impressive too – I wasn’t expecting much from ship dining, but they’ve really elevated the whole concept.
Rotterdam itself is perfect for this kind of attraction because the city gets maritime heritage in a way that feels natural, not forced. You’re right in Katendrecht, which has become this cool cultural district, and you can walk to some excellent local spots that most tourists miss entirely. The parking situation is straightforward, which matters more than you’d think when you’re trying to find a floating hotel. What I love most is that it doesn’t feel gimmicky – it’s genuinely comfortable and well-run, just happens to be on water. If you’re the type who gets excited about staying somewhere with actual history and character, rather than another generic hotel room, this place delivers that experience without any of the usual compromises.
Facilities
Spa:
- Kids’ pool
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
General:
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Kitchen:
- Coffee machine
- Refrigerator
Parking:
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Cycling
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/Champagne
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids’ meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Transportation:
- Public transit tickets
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Dutch
Cleaning Services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
Business Facilities:
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
Front Desk Services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services:
- Baby safety gates
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
House Rules at ss Rotterdam Hotel en Restaurants
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Groups:
- When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 3:00 PM
- Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00 AM
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
Children & Beds:
- Child policies
- Children of all ages are welcome.
- Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
- To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
- Prices for cribs aren’t included in the total price. They’ll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
- Crib and extra bed policies
- The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type.Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Accepted payment methods:
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Cash
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