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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Rotterdam

9 stays · 5 aparthotels and 4 serviced apartments

Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Rotterdam suit visitors who want room to spread out in a working port city, whether for a business trip, a relocation or a family break. A kitchen and separate living space are useful in a city of architecture, museums and waterfront walks, where days often start late and end with a dinner at home. For an overview of the format, see what is an aparthotel.

9 stays

Where to stay in Rotterdam

Centrum and Lijnbaan

  • first-time visitors
  • shopping
  • architecture

The city centre lies on the northern bank of the Nieuwe Maas, according to Wikipedia. It includes the Lijnbaan, opened in 1953 as the first set of pedestrian streets in the country, and the Coolsingel with the city hall. Wikivoyage lists the Markthal, the Koopgoot and the Schouwburgplein sculptures among the landmarks in the centre. It is the most convenient base for sightseeing, restaurants and shops.

Stays in or near Centrum and Lijnbaan

Rotterdam Centraal

  • rail travel
  • business travel
  • short stays

Wikipedia says the current Rotterdam Centraal station building opened in March 2014 and that the station received an average of 112,000 passengers daily in 2019. Wikipedia says metro line D runs from Rotterdam Centraal, and Wikivoyage lists a Rotterdam Tourist Information desk in the central hall. It is a practical base if you arrive by train, though it is a busy transport district rather than a neighbourhood with much local character.

Stays in or near Rotterdam Centraal

Kop van Zuid

  • views
  • business travel
  • waterfront walks

Wikipedia says the Kop van Zuid was built in the 1990s on the south bank of the river as a new business centre, and that the centre of Rotterdam has since extended into it. The 790-metre Erasmusbrug, nicknamed De Zwaan, links it to the north bank. It suits visitors who want river views and a modern setting, and it is a short ride from the centre.

Stays in or near Kop van Zuid

Delfshaven

  • atmosphere
  • walking
  • evenings out

Wikivoyage says Delfshaven is one of very few places in Rotterdam that survived the Second World War bombing, and describes a scenic 17th-century area around two canals, with small shops by day and pubs and restaurants by night. Wikipedia lists Delfshaven as one of Rotterdam's 14 submunicipalities. It suits visitors who prefer older streets to the modern centre.

Kralingen

  • families
  • long stays
  • green space

Wikipedia says the Kralingse Bos is a 500-acre wood with the 250-acre Kralingse Plas lake, laid out from 1928 and opened in 1953. Wikivoyage mentions the De Ster and De Lelie windmills in the Kralingen-Crooswijk area as the two that are regularly open to visitors. The area suits families and longer stays that need space and a quieter setting.

Getting around Rotterdam

Wikipedia says Rotterdam The Hague Airport is 5.5 km north-north-west of Rotterdam, and Wikivoyage describes it as 6 km north of the city centre. Wikivoyage says bus 33 connects it with Meijersplein metro station and with Rotterdam Centraal. For a bigger airport, Wikivoyage says Amsterdam Schiphol is 58 km north of Rotterdam and that an NS Intercity Direct service takes 27 minutes, while regular intercity trains also call at Schiphol.

RET operates the trams, buses and metro within the city, according to Wikivoyage, and the RET site lists OVpay among its travel products and a weekend night bus on Friday and Saturday nights. Wikipedia says the Rotterdam Metro opened in 1968 as the first in the Netherlands and now includes lines A to E. Wikipedia says Line E (RandstadRail) runs to The Hague. The city centre is on the north bank, and Wikipedia lists the Erasmusbrug, the Maastunnel and a metro tunnel among the river crossings.

Living in Rotterdam for longer

For a longer stay, the Lijnbaan and the streets around the Coolsingel in the centre give you everyday shopping close to home. Wikivoyage lists the Markthal and the Rotterdam Tourist Information points, and notes that Rotterdam is well connected to national and international cycle networks, with guarded bicycle parking and bike hire.

Wikipedia gives the Kralingse Bos as 500 acres, with the 250-acre Kralingse Plas lake, which leaves room for running or cycling. If you are moving for work, see serviced apartments for relocation for planning tips.

When to visit Rotterdam

Wikipedia describes a temperate oceanic climate, slightly milder than inland areas, with cool winters, mild to warm summers, and spring and summer relatively drier and sunnier than autumn and winter. Wikivoyage says Rotterdam gains charm when the sun is shining and that spring or summer may be more enjoyable than the dark rainy winter, with summer daytime temperatures around 22 °C.

Wikipedia lists festivals through the year, including Poetry International in June, the North Sea Jazz Festival in July and World Port Days in September. Wikivoyage also lists the International Film Festival Rotterdam in February and the Rotterdam Marathon in April. Check the official events listings before you travel, as programmes change.

Wikivoyage describes Rotterdam as the second largest city in the Netherlands, known for its university, modern architecture and maritime heritage. Because much of the city centre was destroyed in the bombing of May 1940, its skyline is unlike other Dutch cities, which is part of the appeal. Compare it with Amsterdam and The Hague, or browse the wider Netherlands hub.

Long-stay tips for Rotterdam

Of the 9 properties here, 3 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 2 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 2 include some form of housekeeping and 3 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.

8 properties list a full kitchen and 1 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 37 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Aparthotel brands in Rotterdam

Brands with properties here include Numa (1).

Other cities in Netherlands

Comparing destinations? See aparthotels in Amsterdam, The Hague, Zandvoort, Bergen aan Zee, Nes, Amstelveen, Utrecht and Scheveningen.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Rotterdam?

The centre around the Lijnbaan and Coolsingel suits first-time visitors, Kop van Zuid offers river views, Delfshaven has older canal streets and Kralingen is greener and quieter.

How do I get from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to the centre?

Wikivoyage says bus 33 connects the airport with Meijersplein metro station, where metro line E runs towards Rotterdam Centraal, and also runs to Rotterdam Centraal via Overschie.

Is Rotterdam easy to get around without a car?

RET runs trams, buses and the metro, which Wikipedia says was the first metro in the Netherlands, and Wikivoyage describes the city as well connected for cycling.

How far is Amsterdam Schiphol from Rotterdam?

Wikivoyage says Schiphol is 58 km north of Rotterdam and that an NS Intercity Direct service takes 27 minutes.

When is the best time to visit Rotterdam?

Wikivoyage says spring or summer may be more enjoyable than the dark rainy winter. Wikipedia lists festivals such as the North Sea Jazz Festival in July.

How many aparthotels are there in Rotterdam?

We currently list 9 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Rotterdam.

Do aparthotels in Rotterdam have kitchens?

9 of the 9 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Rotterdam have a washing machine?

3 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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