Wanderlust Wednesday: Holland America’s New Rotterdam

T1115ROTTERDAMLIDOPOOL_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — The Lido Pool on Holland America Line’s Rotterdam, the final ship in the cruise line’s Pinnacle Class. Courtesy Peter Knego

The New Rotterdam

Departing on her first US voyage from FL in early November, the new Rotterdam is nearly identical to its Pinnacle Class sisters, but has some lighter color schemes & a few minor updates, like some improvements to the shelving in stateroom bathrooms, lighting and storage spaces.

T1115ROTTERDAMHALFMOON2_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — This Rotterdam is the 7th Holland America Line ship to carry this name. The ship began its Caribbean season Nov. 5 with sailings from Fort Lauderdale through April. Every Caribbean cruise includes a call at private island Half Moon Cay. Courtesy Peter Knego

Ship Specifications

Began to sail: Late 2021
Guests: 2668
Length: 984 feet
Width: 114.8 feet
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T1115ROTTERDAMBILLBOARD_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — On the Rotterdam’s Music Walk, Billboard Live features musicians that perform Top 40 hits. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

T1115ROTTERDAMROLLINGSTONE_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — On the Rotterdam’s Music Walk, the Rolling Stone Rock Room has a live band that plays classic rock favorites like Cream, Queen and the Rolling Stones. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

Ship Spaces

ROLLING STONE ROCK ROOM
LINCOLN CENTER STAGE
B.B. KING’S BLUES CLUB
BBC EARTH IN CONCERT
BILLBOARD ONBOARD
GREENHOUSE SPA & SALON
WORLD STAGE
CASINO ACTION
EXPLORATIONS CENTRAL
CLUB HAL

T1115ROTTERDAMLIBRARY_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — A welcome addition to the Rotterdam not found on its sisters is a dedicated library. Before the Pinnacle ships, HAL always had larger-than-average libraries onboard, so this represents a return to its roots. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

T1115ROTTERDAMEXPLORATIONS_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — The Rotterdam’s Explorations Cafe is the ship’s second specialty coffee bar, with panoramic views from the top of the ship. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

T1115ROTTERDAMRUDISSELDEMER_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — Named for HAL Master Chef Rudi Sodamin, Rudi’s Sel de Mer is a brasserie featuring classic French dishes on the Rotterdam. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

Dining Experiences On Your Cruise

RUDI’S SEL DE MER
THE DINING ROOM
PINNACLE GRILL
CANALETTO
TAMARIND
DIVE-IN
NEW YORK PIZZA
NAMI SUSHI
RUDI’S SEL DE MER
24-HOUR IN-ROOM DINING
CLUB ORANGE

T1115ROTTERDAMHALFMOONBAR_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — On the Rotterdam, the Blend wine venue has been replaced with the more inviting Half Moon Bar. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

T1115ROTTERDAMTAMARIND_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — Tamarind, one of the ship’s specialty restaurants, features a menu of authentic and flavorful pan-Asian food. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

Suites & Staterooms

Interior

inside cabin — Courtesy Holland America Cruise Line

Inside: Approximately 141–225 sq. ft.
Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

Spa Inside: Approximately 143-225 sq. ft.
These staterooms feature spa amenities such as yoga mats and an iPod® docking station and include access to spa treatments from the Greenhouse Spa & Salon. There are two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses.

Ocean View

Ocean View Single: Approximately 127-172 sq. ft.
Perfect for guests traveling solo, these staterooms feature one queen-size Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-top mattress, plus a shower with premium massage head an array of modern amenities.

Ocean View Standard: Approximately 175–282 sq. ft
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

Spa Ocean View: Approximately 175-282 sq. ft.
These ocean-view staterooms offer spa amenities such as yoga mats and an iPod® docking station, with exclusive spa treatments from the nearby Greenhouse Spa and Salon. It includes two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, a bathtub and shower.

Family Ocean View: Approximately 222-231 sq. ft
With accommodations for five guests, this stateroom includes two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed and one upper bed—all are our signature Mariner’s Dream™ beds with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus one sofa bed for two persons. There are two bathrooms: one with bathtub, shower, sink and toilet, one with shower and sink.

Verandah

Obstructed Verandah: Approximately 228-405 sq. ft. including verandah
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed.

Standard Verandah: Approximately 228-405 sq. ft. including verandah
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads.

Aft-View Verandah: Approximately 228-405 sq. ft. including verandah
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads.

Spa Verandah: Approximately 228-405 sq. ft. including verandah
With floor-to-ceiling windows and a private verandah, these light-infused staterooms feature two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and thoughtful amenities.

Vista Suites

Standard Vista Suite: Approximately 260-356 sq. ft. including verandah
With a teak-lined verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a shower, mini-bar and refrigerator.

Aft-View Vista Suite: Approximately 260-356 sq. ft. including verandah
With a teak-lined verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a shower, mini-bar and refrigerator.

Signature Suite

Signature Suite: Approximately 393-400 sq. ft. including verandah
These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one murphy bed for one person. The bathroom includes a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, and an additional shower stall.

Neptune Suites

Standard Neptune Suite

Approximately 465-502 sq. ft. including verandah
With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses. The bathroom comes with a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, plus additional shower stall. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services.

Neptune Spa Suite: Approximately 465-502 sq. ft. including verandah
These spacious light-filled suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows, a private verandah, large sitting area and bathroom with dual-sink vanity, whirlpool bath and shower, plus an addiitonal shower. They include two lower beds convertible to one king size bed—our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and a sofa bed for one.

Pinnacle Suite

Pinnacle Neptune Suite Courtesy Holland America Cruise Line

Approximately 1,290 sq. ft. including verandah.
Generously proportioned and filled with light, these elegant suites include a living room, dining room, pantry with microwave, refrigerator and built-in bar, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah with whirlpool. The bedroom features a king-size bed—our Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and the bath includes an oversize whirlpool bath and shower as well as an additional shower stall. There’s also a sofa bed, suitable for two people, and a guest toilet. Amenities include a private stereo system, use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, private concierge and an array of complimentary services.

T1115ROTTERDAMBIMINI2_C [Credit: Peter Knego] — The Rotterdam calling in Bimini. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

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T1115ROTTERDAMEXPLOCAFE_PK [Credit: Peter Knego] — The Rotterdam is the seventh Holland America Line vessel to carry the name, and it features several paintings of previous ships as well as this model of the fifth Rotterdam. Photo Courtesy Peter Knego

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