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Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Executive Quadruple Room
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Junior Suite | Living room
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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Energieweg 2, Rotterdam, 3041 JC
  • Blijdorp Zoo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Euromast
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Erasmus Bridge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Quadruple Room

Executive Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room

Executive Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rotterdam

A luxury stay in Rotterdam awaits you at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp. You'll be steps from Blijdorp Zoo and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Park Zestienhoven. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Noord hotel include Erasmus Bridge and Ahoy Rotterdam.

What's nearby

  • Blijdorp Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Erasmus MC - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Euromast - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Erasmus Bridge - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Ahoy Rotterdam - 11 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Rotterdam North Station - 5 min drive
  • Schiedam Nieuwland Metro Station - 7 min drive
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ooievaarsnest - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast & lunch de Luca - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Oewanja Lodge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Caribisch Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Japie Snackbar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp

Luxury hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Rotterdam hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 189 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp offers 189 accommodations with a safe and designer toiletries. 55-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (EUR 4 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 AM on weekends; EUR 20.50 for adults and EUR 10.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 6.50 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.5 for adults and from EUR 10.50 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 4 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Rotterdam-Blijdorp
Hotel Van der Valk Rotterdam-Blijdorp
Rotterdam-Blijdorp Van der Valk
Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam-Blijdorp
Van der Valk Rotterdam-Blijdorp
Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam Blijdorp
Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp Hotel
Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp Rotterdam
Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp Hotel Rotterdam

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp on 31 Aug 2025 start from NZ$156.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

Yep, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp has an uncovered self car park for EUR 4 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp.

Does Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

No, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 795 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 795 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 795 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 795 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 795 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sandy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs updating! Carpet in room looked like it hadn't been changed or cleaned in eons. Rainfall shower dripped even when not in use. Either burn marks or something was stuck on multiple pieces of furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grzegorz

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaus

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed our stay here

Hotel was lovely. Restaurant and bars were very nice and had a good vibe. Rooms were nice and clean. Dog was allowed everywhere so could sit in restaurant at dinner etc. would return if staying in Rotterdam. Bus stop very close to hotel, so good transport links to the centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was top notch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Alysia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant overnight stay, nice comfortable room and varied menu for dinner and breakfast. Staff pleasant and excellent also for transport links. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice however breakfast option was way overpriced!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Karen, Nanaimo

Travelled with partner
Nice comfortable rooms Breakfast was good but very expensive
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable hotel, stayed multiple times, mixed overall, as service can be so so and sometimes room is run down. This time everything was a good standard although front desk staff are still not the friendliest, but helpful if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Edward

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities
My room overlooked the hotel entrance and people ie smokers would congregate outside at 2.00am and talk loudly. Really annoying and this would happen again at 6.00am
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Room comfort

Let down by poor room

Staff were nice enough and ok hotel. But the room was not good; a so called double bed was two twins together and it only ever wanted to seperate in the middle. The aircon made a very subtle noise all night, making it hard to sleep, the room we had did not black out either, with the windows (which you couldn’t open to get air in) looking down into the foyer, so constant light all night. All of which made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Anne Marie

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort

Extremely disappointing stay

Stale hotel - comfortable beds and good blackout curtains but light comes in through a large gap in the bedroom door. Kettle and hairdryer in room didn’t work, they had no room available for me at check-in time, common parts on my floor (4) were filthy. Battery was low on my door lock so awkward to get into the room. Staff were indifferent to issues. Room is really badly appointed with big sections unlit. It’s not even handy for Rotterdam. I would absolutely not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely short stay

Short stay with no complaints. Rooms were clean and bed was comfy. Food in restaurant was 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin Davis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service and hotel hope to be back next year
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Joe

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Matej

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort

Ok value for money, nice staff, but a bit rundown

Easy check in and out, staff helpful and friendly. Place is not as clean as it was when I visited 6 months ago and the room I had was a bit run down. Breakfast is not a bad selection, but overpriced as it’s quite poor quality. Overall the hotel is quite good value for money though and well located near the airport. Not well located if you need to be near the centre, but the local bus service is not bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, Simple and Smart hotel

Clean, simple and smart hotel. They were understaffed as is everyone these days, but the staff were friendly and helpful. I'd revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the town centre and main train station. Spacious, quiet. Friendly staff. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022