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Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp

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

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Cozy retreat with a bunk bed, desk, and tropical floral decor.
Enjoy casual dining in a serene outdoor setting with picnic tables and umbrellas.
Guests can park their vehicles in the available parking lot.
Experience a bright and airy lobby with a spacious layout, high ceilings, and a variety of seating options.
Relax in a warm and inviting space with a comfortable sofa, dining area, and a large bed with ample headroom.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

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Room options

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

  • 505 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Quadruple Room

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

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 516 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

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

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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 Park Zestienhoven. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Erasmus MC - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Euromast - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Erasmus Bridge - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • SS Rotterdam - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ooievaarsnest - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oewanja Lodge - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Poort van Azië - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Japie Snackbar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Vroesenpaviljoen - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
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 dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. 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.

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 transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 4 per day)
  • Limited onsite 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 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 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
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • 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
  • 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
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

  • 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

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 20.5 for adults and 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 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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.

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.

Will I be able to park at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

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

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.

Is Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Van der Valk Hotel Rotterdam - Blijdorp?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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 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. 277 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 792 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

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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

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

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
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 traveler
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 traveler
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 traveler
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

Traveled 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 traveler
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 traveler
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 traveler
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 traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Mamadou

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022