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.
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Rotterdam Overview
About Holland America Rotterdam
Pool deck never feels overcrowded
Older ship showing signs of age, particularly in non-suite cabins
Simple ship with a laidback atmosphere
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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.
Top Holland America Rotterdam Itineraries
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Rotterdam14-day Baltic ExplorerAmsterdam, Aarhus, Rostock , Tallinn, St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg, Helsinki, Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Oslo, AmsterdamNow -
Rotterdam14-day Holy Land & Ancient Kingdoms ExplorerRome , Katakolon , Athens , Jerusalem , Haifa, Haifa, Limassol, Rhodes, Taormina , Naples, RomeNow
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Rotterdam16-day Panama CanalSan Diego, Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco, Puerto Quetzal , Corinto, Puntarenas , Aruba, Curacao, Fort LauderdaleNow
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Rotterdam18-day Journey To the New WorldRome , Barcelona, Malaga, Seville , Casablanca, Tenerife, Madeira , Madeira , Fort LauderdaleNow
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Rotterdam16-day Panama CanalFort Lauderdale , Half Moon Cay, Aruba, Puntarenas , Corinto, Puerto Quetzal , Huatulco, Puerto Vallarta, San DiegoNow
Fellow Passengers
Though a typical Holland America and Rotterdam cruise tends to attract more mature passengers, younger travelers and families are definitely coming aboard. It all depends on the itinerary and time of year. Gentleman Hosts are typically onboard for cruises of two weeks and longer.
Holland America Rotterdam Dress Code
Seven-night cruises typically feature two formal nights, with an extra formal night for every additional five days or so on longer cruises. Men definitely tend to wear tuxedos on these nights. Semi-formal nights call for jacket, but ties are optional. Casual nights simply call for resort wear, where blue jeans and T-shirts are frowned upon by fellow passengers.
Holland America Rotterdam Gratuity
The automatic tip for passengers staying in interior, oceanview and verandah cabins is $14.50 per person, per day. Passengers in suites will be charged $16 per person, per day.
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Deck:
Dolphin Deck
Main Deck
Lower Promenade Deck
Promenade Deck
Upper Promenade Deck
Verandah Deck
Navigation Deck
Lido Deck
Sports Deck
Sky Deck
Holland America Rotterdam Ship Stats
Sails From
- Crew: 600
- Launched: 1997
- Decks: 10
- Passengers: 1,404
- Registry: Netherlands
- CDC Score: 91
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Holland America Rotterdam Member Reviews
goofyliz
Sail Date: Mar 2019
Living close to Tampa, I enjoy being able to jump on a ship just to cruise. The Rotterdam reminded me of why I like HAL. It is a smaller ship with fewer people and more room to just sit and relax. During...Read More
SilverNS
Sail Date: Feb 2019
with Carnival/Royal/Norwegian we know that there is a lot of going ons on their vessels. On the Rotterdam not so much but having said that - the cruise caters to the retired and the majority of customers...Read More
dhughes12051
Sail Date: Feb 2019
say that my wife and I enjoyed the cruise very much. When booking the cruise, we ended up on the Rotterdam as it had the ports we wanted to see. The embarkation went very smoothly and the luggage was brought...Read More
AKJonesy
Sail Date: Dec 2018
and we were through security and onboard in 20 minutes after arrival. We traveled once again on Rotterdam one year after the "drydock" cruise. We were offered a fairly generous incentive after some issues...Read More
