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Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Rotterdam hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Erasmus University

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Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Point of interest
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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K.P. Van Der Mandelelaan 150, Rotterdam, 3062 MB
  • Place, Erasmus University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arboretum Trompenburg
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kralingse Bos Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room (2 single beds and sofa) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room (2 single beds and sofa)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed (high floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Rotterdam

Located in Kralingen-Crooswijk, Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark is adjacent to Erasmus University and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Arboretum Trompenburg. This 210-room, 4-star hotel has free in-room WiFi along with a gym and a 24-hour business center. It's connected to the convention center in central Rotterdam and also close to Maritime Museum and De Koopgoot.

What's nearby

  • Erasmus University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Arboretum Trompenburg - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kralingse Bos Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout - 18 min walk - 1.2 miles
  • Golf Club Kralingen - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Rotterdam Stadium Station - 6 min drive
  • Rotterdam, Maashaven - 13 min drive
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bram Ladage - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rotihuis Maharadj - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪De Maaskantine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Flora - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark

Family-friendly Rotterdam hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Erasmus University
At Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is offered for EUR 12 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a 24-hour business center, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
55-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport pillow menus. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar URBN
  • URBN Food & Drink

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 8,977 square feet of conference space
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (55 inch wide door)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1990
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 6.50 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?

Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark on Jan 4, 2026 start from $98.55, excluding 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.

What's there to see close to Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?

This hotel is situated in Kralingen-Crooswijk within a short 15-minute walk of Rhine and also 11 minutes on foot from Arboretum Trompenburg. You'll also find Erasmus Bridge and Ahoy Rotterdam within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 12 per day. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark have a casino at the property?

No, Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service and a pillow menu as well as a bar.

Does Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at URBN Food & Drink.

Will Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark for a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night.

Does Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?

The closest major airport to Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark is Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), which is 9.6 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is around 29 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark.

Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 450 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 432 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abdullahi

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nice, staffs are very nice. T Room is clean spacious and quiet. The only thing is the location as far from sightseeing place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

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

Dropping off family at school!

The bed was amazing. Room was big for European standards. The restaurant was great and very accommodating when we showed up ten minutes before closing, exhausted and hungry. Overall we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debby, Walnut Creek

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederique

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool, clean room and amenities although one of the cups had a dried up milk residue on check in but was got replacement right away. Love the breakfast choice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colm

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were good breakfast and um, its like 10 mins drive to shopping and some fun activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Novotel. The breakfast was great, rooms nice and clean, staff was friendly. It’s not super close to town but we walked or drove and didn’t have any problems
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely time at this hotel. Was always clean and staff friendly, spoke English well so no communication problems. Bed was very comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinner options are poor. The restaurant had tables available but the staff asked us to Wait more than 20min with a 2 and a 4year old kids. In addition to that the menu was very short in comparison with the breakfast (really good)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

lisa

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Zoey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un beau séjour
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafal

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

6/10 Okay

Keunho

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

D P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Antonius

Traveled with partner
Not enough storage in the bedroom
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024