Chinatown Travel Guide
Rotterdam
Popular places to visit
Ahoy Rotterdam
Catch an event at Ahoy Rotterdam during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Erasmus MC
If Erasmus MC is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rotterdam.
Blijdorp Zoo
Visit the animals who call Blijdorp Zoo home during your trip to Rotterdam. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Markthal Rotterdam
During your visit to Rotterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Markthal Rotterdam. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
Great breakfast offering a buffet with fresh real juices, al a carte options also included at a Michelin star restaurant for a reasonable price
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
PREMIER SUITES PLUS Rotterdam
Great location next to Rotterdam Central station. Room was exceptionally clean and all kitchen items clean too. Very quiet room, good range of TV channels and all the facilities worked well. The reception staff were always friendly, helpful and interested in ensuring we had a great stay. Gym is acceptable ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Usual Rotterdam
Such a lovely place! Highly recommend 💖
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
The room was clean and tidy and there was plenty of room. The shower was very good and the ensuite shower room small but good. Downsides were noise from the road traffic late at night at the weekend, narrow uncomfortable single beds, soap ran out in the bathroom and was not replaced, TV did not work ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Wow best hotel in Rotterdam, will be staying again
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Spent 2 days here. Great staff all around and amazing staff that works the breakfast rush on Easter weekend. Location 100% for transportation from trains, rails, and busses. In fact, it was a walkable distance from Holland America terminal to hotel.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Centrum
Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen while in the area.
Oude Westen
While Oude Westen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like De Doelen and Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum.
Cool
While visiting Cool, you might make a stop by sights like Witte de Withstraat and De Doelen.
Middelland
Though Middelland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum and De Doelen.
Stadsdriehoek
If you're spending some time in Stadsdriehoek, Markthal Rotterdam and Kijk-Kubus are top sights worth seeing.
Noord
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Noord. You might consider stopping by Blijdorp Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
