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Rotterdam

4.0 out of 5+ star rating 86 reviews

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Rotterdam
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red arrow A classic Holland America ship with modern amenities
red arrow Spacious standard cabins
red arrow Greenhouse Spa offers a therapy pool, salon and fitness center
red arrow Outstanding Pacific Northwest fare at Pinnacle Grill restaurant
red arrow Stunning atrium highlighted by a custom-made, three-deck-high clock
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red arrow CDC/FDA Score: 98
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Rotterdam Ratings

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5+
Member Rating

Dining 3.0
Public Rooms 4.0
Cabins 4.0
Entertainment 3.0
Spa & Fitness 4.0
Family & Children 3.0
Shore Excursions 3.0
Enrichment 4.0
Service 4.0
Value-for-Money 4.0
Rates 4.0
Member Reviews

red arrow 86 Reviews of Rotterdam Cruises

Please rename this ship the Waldorf Hysteria Nuggetbear
We have cruised the past 10 years, our very first cruise was with HAL on the Zandam, our last cruise with HAL might be this one ...

Last trip on the Rotterdam al50
Lesson Learned: Never take a HAL ship after a retrofit ...

Rotor Ruter Rotterdam wagstaff
Water water everywhere & no one can stop it!!! ...

BEWARE of HAL and the ms Rotterdam or New Rtro-Fitted Ships HAL Cruiser No More
ONE OF THE WORST from start to finish ...

Rotterdam Review

Launched in 1997, Rotterdam VI is the sixth in a line of Holland America flagships and it shows. The first Rotterdam set sail in 1872, beginning a Holland America tradition and reputation that continued through Rotterdam V, one of the most beloved ships of all time and host to 28 world cruises.

Like her five classic predecessors, Rotterdam is more of a throwback to earlier cruise ships compared to most megaships built after 1995. However, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots and all of the modern amenities expected of a relatively large ship, the Rotterdam successfully straddles that sometimes fine line between classic and modern.

Highlights of the Rotterdam experience include: some of the largest "standard" cabins afloat; a high percentage of outside cabins that feature verandahs; upscale alternative dining in the Pinnacle Grill; and the Explorations Cafe -- a library, Internet cafe and coffee bar wrapped into one popular hangout.

The Rotterdam also features typical Holland America history and service. Memorabilia of the line's fabled past can be seen throughout the ship (the Dutch officers are happy to share the company's history with curious passengers). In addition, the Indonesian and Filipino staff continue the Holland America tradition of sparkling clean ships and white-gloved service.

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