Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam Central Station does exactly what its name promises: it puts you close to the station at a sensible price. The hotel is a short walk from Rotterdam Centraal, the hub for trains, trams, the metro and buses, so you can reach Delft in about fifteen minutes, The Hague in around twenty-five and Amsterdam in under an hour, and you can reach Schiphol Airport directly by train. It is a modern, no-frills hotel with simple, comfortable rooms and a straightforward style, aimed at travellers who spend their days out and want a clean room, a good bed and a reliable breakfast. The Markthal, the Lijnbaan and the Cube Houses are a short walk or metro ride away, so it is also a convenient base for a short stay in the city. For anyone planning a lot of day trips, or arriving late and leaving early, the location is the main attraction.
Location and getting around
The hotel is close to Rotterdam Centraal, which makes it simple to arrive by train from Schiphol or Amsterdam and walk to the hotel with your luggage. From the station, the metro takes you to Blaak and the Markthal in a few minutes, to the Erasmus Bridge and the Kop van Zuid in under ten, and to the Museumpark in a short tram ride.
The Zoo at Blijdorp is a short tram or bus ride from the station. The streets around the station can be busy, so take usual city care with your belongings at night.
Rooms
The rooms are modern and compact, with comfortable beds, a work desk, wifi and a private bathroom. Family and larger rooms may be available, so check the room types if you are travelling with children. Because the hotel is a larger property, you can often find good rates midweek and outside the peak summer period.
Facilities
The hotel usually offers a breakfast buffet, and many rates include it, but check your rate to be sure. There is a 24-hour reception and luggage storage, which helps if your train arrives early or leaves late. Parking, if available, tends to be limited and charged separately, and the station area has public garages, so it is simpler to travel by train.
Who it suits
Budget-minded travellers, families and anyone using Rotterdam as a base for day trips to Delft, The Hague, Gouda, Keukenhof in spring or Amsterdam. It is a good alternative to the more characterful hotels when you want to spend your money on tickets and meals rather than the room.
Good to know
This is a practical hotel rather than a design destination, so it does not have the views or the atmosphere of the waterfront options. For a more distinctive stay, the Hotel New York or the ss Rotterdam Hotel are better choices, and for a stylish budget option in the centre, citizenM and Motel One are both close by.
Why stay here
- ✓Short walk to Rotterdam Centraal
- ✓Breakfast buffet option
- ✓Wifi throughout
- ✓Modern compact rooms
- ✓24-hour reception
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Direct trains to Schiphol and Delft nearby
Good questions
How close is the hotel to the station?+
It is a short walk from Rotterdam Centraal, so you can arrive by train and be at the hotel within minutes, which is useful with luggage.
Is breakfast included?+
Many rates include a breakfast buffet, but not all. Check the rate details when you book so you know what is included.
Is it a good base for day trips?+
Yes. Trains to Delft, The Hague, Gouda, Amsterdam and Schiphol leave from the nearby station, so it is one of the most convenient bases for day trips.
