Hostels in Rotterdam

By choosing a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your budget for sightseeing during your holiday. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as attractions like the waterfront.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: Hostel ROOM Rotterdam - Located within a 10-minute walk of Erasmus Bridge. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Stayokay Rotterdam - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Rotterdam Blaak Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and linens. King Kong Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Erasmus Bridge. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Rotterdam, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels might be a great option for you.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Rotterdam is 791 mm.

Overall, Rotterdam is known for its museums, monuments and theatres. Major attractions include Scheveningen Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Kralingse Bos Park, Zuiderpark and Biesbosch National Park. Cultural attractions include De Doelen, Rotterdam City Theatre and Maritime Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Rotterdam on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away. An alternative is Schiphol Airport (AMS), situated 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. Take advantage of metro transport at Rotterdam, Maashaven, Schiedam Nieuwland Metro Station and Vlaardingen Oost Metro Station. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Rotterdam Central Station, Rotterdam (QRH-Rotterdam Central Station) or Rotterdam CS Station.