Important information

Rooms on Water is located in the heart of Rotterdam center, making parking on the street very expensive. In a parking house is always less expensive.

But…. There are alternatives!

– Free parking at a P + R (max. 24 uur, you need a OV chipcard), after which you travel back and forth by public transport.
– Parking garage De Markthal (https://parkereninmarkthal.nl). This parking garage uses different rates, but also has an offer per 24 hours. You have to book in advance by internet;
– ParkBee Wijnstraat 100 or 78. These car park are very close by, but more expensive then De Markthal. Please note: Reservations can be made via internet. 

Train:
You can take the train to Rotterdam central, hence it is 15-20 minutes walk to the Wolfshoek where the ship is located.
By metro (line C, D or E) from Rotterdam you can get off at the stop Beurs / Churchill and take exit ‘Maritiem Museum’.
You can also take the train to station Blaak. From there it is a 5-10 minute walk to Rooms on Water.

Subway:
Rooms on Water is located next to the intersection of metro lines. A and B go from east to west v.v., and therefore also from P + R Kalingse Zoom to the Beurs / Churchill stop (see parking).
The lines C, D and E go from north to south, e.g.
It is just 10 minutes to AHOY, and there are even more hotspots to reach quickly.

Tram / Bus
Also the tram and bus stops are around the corner.
Here is a link to a RET page with more info about the routes of tram and metro: https://www.ret.nl/home/reizen/kaarten-plattegronden.html

Rotterdam uses a rate of 6.5% per person per night tourist tax.

The room prices and the price of the group accommodation do not include the accommodation tax.

The VAT for a overnight stay is 2025 9%. The government has decided that in 2026 it will be 21%. The prices of 2026 have already been adjusted.

B &B (maximum 3 rooms, more rooms is group rental)

At No-Show: 100% of the entire reservation.

Till 30 days: free cancellation
Between 30 and 0 days: 100% of the reservation

Group rental: Group accommodation or at 4 rooms and more:

Till 48 hours after booking: free cancellation
Till 30 days before arrival: 50%
Between 30 days and the day of arrival: 100%
No show: 100%

Meeting location
Without night: cancellaion according b&b
With night: cancellation acoording group rental.

The most important house rule is:
You treat the accommodation and its inventory / contents with respect.
In 2017 I worked hard to convert the ship’s hold into the beautiful, athmosferic accommodation that it is now and which I am very proud of.
If something does break, please report it to me. I live on the back of the ship.

It is of course forbidden to smoke in the entire accommodation. It is allowed on deck on the roof terrace. There is also a large ashtray. Do not throw the remnants overboard.

You will find all the rules: House rules Rooms on Water

Those who rent the group accommodation will be asked to read through and sign a summary (Extra) group house rules upon arrival on board. This is to avoid discussion afterwards.

Of course we think privacy for every visitor of this website is important.
In the following statement I try to clearly state what your rights are and how we use your (personal) data.

AVG May 2018

• Is Rooms on Water centrally located in Rotterdam? Yes, Rooms on Water is located in the centre of Rotterdam and in a central location, but it is not really in the hustle and bustle of the city. The ship is moored in the Leuvehaven, next to Plein 1940 (with the statue by Zadkine) and next to the Maritime Museum. The Witte de Withstraat with its many bars and restaurants (3 minutes), the Markthal, the Cube Houses, the Oude Haven, the Spido canal boats and Het Depot (15 minutes) are all within easy walking distance. The water taxi stop is directly behind the ship, so that the new Fenix museum or the Euromast, for example, are also easy and quick to reach.
• Where can I find the availability of Rooms on Water? You can check the availability of Rooms on Water via the “Book online” page. Enter your desired dates and the booking programme will indicate whether this is possible. If it is not possible, you will also see the dates that are available, highlighted in blue.
• What is the price of an overnight stay at Rooms on Water? Rooms on Water actually has three components: the group accommodation, the meeting room and the B&B. Each has a different price, which also depends on the period and length of the booking.
  The easiest way to find out the price is to click on the “Book online” page. Here you can enter the desired dates and the number of guests. When you click through, you will see the total price, including tourist tax and, in the case of group accommodation, also including final cleaning.
  You will receive the exact price for a meeting/workshop/reception or similar in a proposal, which you can request here. You can see the indicative prices on the “Meeting location” page.
• How many guests can stay at Rooms on Water? The number of guests at Rooms on Water depends on the group and the type of stay.
  For a reception, birthday party, etc. without overnight accommodation, there is room for approximately 30 people. There are (partly fixed) seats for 18 people. Bar tables can be arranged.
  For a meeting/training/workshop, etc., I recommend a maximum of 14 people.
  For a group with overnight stays, there are 12 single beds (or 6 double beds) in the 6 bedrooms, but there are also a few fold-out beds. These fold-out beds can be used at an additional cost and after consultation with the owner.
  At the B&B, it is possible to have a child sleep in the extra fold-out bed at an additional cost.
• Is the ship easily accessible for older people? The hold of Rooms on Water, where the accommodation is located, can be reached from the deck via a wide staircase (almost 1.20 metres wide with a handrail on one side). The door is also almost 1.20 metres wide, so that someone who has difficulty walking can be helped by someone walking alongside them. There are tides in the harbour, which means that the gangway is sometimes sloping upwards or downwards. This gangway is also almost 1.20 metres wide. Inside, everything is on the same level, with only a threshold at the shower and door thresholds of 2 cm high. This makes Rooms on Water also very suitable for family weekends with several generations.
• Is it cold in winter or very warm in summer on a boat like this? This is a question we are often asked, but at Rooms on Water we have the indoor climate well under control. There is underfloor heating throughout and all bedrooms and the living room have air conditioning (hot/cold). In addition, there is a cosy pellet stove in the living room. In summer, there is a beautiful sun awning above the roof terrace. The ship is therefore wonderfully comfortable in both summer and winter.
• Can we cook for ourselves on the boat or does the owner provide our meals? At Rooms on Water, you book the group accommodation with your group on a self-catering basis. The well-equipped kitchen is at your disposal, so you can cook for yourself. This kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, induction hob, oven, microwave, coffee maker and Dolce Gusto. Breakfast is not served by the owner.
  B&B guests always book with breakfast included and are not allowed to use the kitchen for cooking. However, they can use the refrigerator to store food.
  Meeting guests can choose the level of service they require.
• Are there any breakfast places near Rooms on Water? Yes, there are breakfast (and lunch) places near Rooms on Water. A very good (and busy) one around the corner is Harvest on Glashaven. Anne & Max and Backyard (vegan) are both on Korte Hoogstraat (a 5-minute walk). Some breakfast places also deliver. There are many more a little further away.
• Is there a supermarket near Rooms on Water? Yes, there are several supermarkets near Rooms on Water. For example, Jumbo on Wijnhaven (closest), AH in the Markthal and a large Jumbo on Beursplein. Furthermore, the breakfast and lunch spot Harvest has delicious sourdough bread and very good croissants.
• I would like to take my child on board Rooms on Water, is this allowed?
  Of course, it can be very pleasant if children join you on the boat, but Rooms on Water is not equipped for children. So if you bring (grand)children along when you come on board with your group, please pay attention to the following things: On deck is dangerous for children, so they should never be alone on deck; Sockets are mounted low; There are valuables at grab height.
  At B&B, the hotel ship is off limits to small children, including babies. Children of around 9 years of age and older, who are therefore approachable, are welcome and will have a great time here without bothering the other guests.
• I would like to have a party on board Rooms on Water, is that possible? At Rooms on Water it depends on what kind of party you want to give (e.g. bachelor party, birthday, reception) if it is possible. It is therefore necessary to consult with the owner before booking. She lives on board at the stern and is really used to some things, but she is also proud and careful of the ship. After all, she built this atmospherically and beautifully herself. So: give her a call or email and you will soon have clarity.
• Can my dog come on board? No, pets are not allowed on board Rooms on Water, due to hygiene and possible allergies of guests. The owner has a dog that does not come near the guests, not even on the roof terrace.