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Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp

4.5 star property

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A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves with bottles, and a variety of glasses and bottles on the counter.
Terrace/patio
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, a large bed with a headboard, and a large vase with flowers.
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Energieweg 2, Rotterdam, 3041 JC
  • Place, Blijdorp Zoo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sparta Stadium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ceramic Museum Pablo Rueda Lara
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a headboard with integrated lighting.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small side table with a vase, and two chairs.

Superior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Quadruple Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Executive Quadruple Room

  • Park view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Executive Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 516 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite

  • 505 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Rotterdam

Located in Noord, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp is adjacent to Blijdorp Zoo and within 2 miles (3 km) of Ceramic Museum Pablo Rueda Lara. This 189-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Blijdorp Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Van Nellefabriek - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sparta Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Park Zestienhoven - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ceramic Museum Pablo Rueda Lara - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Smoke - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Vroesenpaviljoen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Poort van Azië - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪VNOM Lounge - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Roopram - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. Self parking is available for EUR 4 per day. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, safes, and phones.
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

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 21.50 for adults and EUR 11.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Shopping mall
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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
  • Desk chair
  • 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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 21.5 for adults and EUR 11.50 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 is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day

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, 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
Onsite 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jul 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp on Jul 19, 2026 start from $86, 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.

What's there to do near Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

This hotel is situated in Noord, just steps from Blijdorp Zoo. You'll also find Ahoy Rotterdam and Holland Casino Rotterdam within a short drive.

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

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for EUR 4 per day. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Are there luxury amenities available at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

Yes, some luxury features of this hotel include a restaurant, a shopping mall, and a bar/lounge.

Does Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp feature a casino?

No, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Does Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp have a hot tub?

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

Does Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp for a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per night.

Does Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

The closest major airport to Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp is Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), which is 3 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is around 29.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp.

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 833 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 833 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 833 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 833 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 833 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and lovely hotel and great food
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Everything was top notch, room, restaurant, dinner, breakfast,staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was able to rent an electric bike at the hotel to get around town, which enhanced my experience. The room was clean and comfortable, staff were friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominie

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

Smart hotel

Lovely hotel and great food excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The family room was nice and spacious.The breakfast was good. The staff was helpful and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Bra r
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin Davis

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Nice comfortable rooms Breakfast was good but very expensive
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, friendly, clean, easy to reach, good you can use the parking of the zoo next door... looking forward to go there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Francisca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean practical room, open character of the lobby, friendly personnel, good restaurant for breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regan

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent value for money

- Friendly personnel - Spacious room - (very) Dog friendly - Excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Douglas

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room is good. Cleaning always good. Nothing in minibar not even 1 water bottle. Bad service from reception. They woke me up to ask me to pay for 1 hour late check out, and they brought the machine up to the room with them. Never seen that before. Bad customerservice and treatment but room is good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Latif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, but I think a towel for 2 guests is very sad!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was really great, only thing is that the room is a little bit in a need of a reservation. Other than that - top!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

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