Name: Urban Residences Rotterdam
Address: Hennekijnstraat 104, Centrum, 3012 EB Rotterdam, Netherlands, Hennekijnstraat 104, Zuid-Holland, 3012 EB, Netherlands
Rating: 9.0

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Condo Hotel Urban Residences Rotterdam

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This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, museums and architecture – Check location Hennekijnstraat 104, Centrum, 3012 EB Rotterdam, Netherlands – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, museums and architecture – Check location

Every thing was great especially the reception staff was very helpful it really 5 star the rooms are big , it’s in the Centre just 1 minutes walking every thing you need is just next to you

Ahmad, United Arab Emirates

It would be nice to have a comceirge service in the residence or a restaurant perhaps!

Abu, Netherlands

Excellet quality of the facilities, super modern, stylish, new place.

Ana, Brazil

Good size and modern, location 10 mins from train station, 10 minutes from a great food court in an interesting building! Nespresso machine good. Close to shopping areas.

Jack, Thailand

However I will like to thank you for de wash machine en dryer very helpful. The location perfect.

Ana, Bonaire St. Eustatius and Saba

It was awesome but verry sad that i couldn't watch tv the whole weekend that is one thing that bother me the whole staying.

Stephany, Netherlands

Balcony, view, location, style, luxury feel, amazing!

Hani, Kuwait

This is the 3rd stay for us at the hotel and we absolutely love it. This is our go to hotel in Rotterdam and we'll stay there when we visit again. 1. The staff are very efficient and friendly. 2. Its clean 3. Very spacious and comfortable. 4. The value for money is excellent. 5. The location is very safe and centralized.

Abeer, Kuwait

Location was perfect, staff very helpful and a lot of space, nice view

Jasna, United States of America

Perfect location, most of the shops and restaurants are close by. the rooms are big with balcony. All kitchen equipment are available. Excellent wifi connection.

M, United Arab Emirates

9.7

Excellent location!
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What guests loved the most:
“Every thing was great especially the reception staff was very helpful it really 5 star the rooms are big , it’s in the Centre just 1 minutes walking every thing you need is just next to you”

Ahmad United Arab Emirates
“It would be nice to have a comceirge service in the residence or a restaurant perhaps!”

Abu Netherlands
“Excellet quality of the facilities, super modern, stylish, new place.”

Ana Brazil
“Good size and modern, location 10 mins from train station, 10 minutes from a great food court in an interesting building! Nespresso machine good. Close to shopping areas.”

Jack Thailand
“However I will like to thank you for de wash machine en dryer very helpful. The location perfect.”

Ana Bonaire St. Eustatius and Saba
“It was awesome but verry sad that i couldn't watch tv the whole weekend that is one thing that bother me the whole staying.”

Stephany Netherlands
“Balcony, view, location, style, luxury feel, amazing!”

Hani Kuwait
“This is the 3rd stay for us at the hotel and we absolutely love it. This is our go to hotel in Rotterdam and we'll stay there when we visit again. 1. The staff are very efficient and friendly. ...”

Abeer Kuwait
“Location was perfect, staff very helpful and a lot of space, nice view”

Jasna United States of America
“Perfect location, most of the shops and restaurants are close by. the rooms are big with balcony. All kitchen equipment are available. Excellent wifi connection.”

M United Arab Emirates

Stay in the Heart of Rotterdam –

One of our top picks in Rotterdam.Located in the heart of Rotterdam, Urban Residences offers luxurious apartments with floor-to-ceiling windows and design elements by high-end brands Alessi, Vitra and Flos. The most famous shopping streets of Rotterdam - De Koopgoot and De Lijnbaan - are a 2 minute walk away.

Urban Residences Rotterdam offers spacious apartments, each with an open-plan living and dining area. The interior features a white, minimalistic and modern decor, designed by architect Wiel Arets. It features a fully equipped kitchen .You will find many local cafés, restaurants and bars in the near vicinity of Urban Residences Rotterdam. Free private WiFi is provided.

The main attractions of Rotterdam are easily accessible by foot. The architecturally renowned Markthal, Witte de Withstraat en De Meent are ideal for lunch, drinks and dinner. The nearest supermarket Albert Heijn, De Doelen, the City Hall and the World Trade Center are only a couple of minutes away by foot. Rotterdam Central Station is less than 0.6 mi away, a walk of approximately 10 minutes.

Centrum is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, museums and architecture.

This is our guests' favorite part of Rotterdam, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Rotterdam! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Rotterdam! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.9 for two-person stays.

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Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

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Urban Residences Rotterdam is known for its WOW factor. The 24 apartments and 54 studios are housed in the B Tower, a progressive piece of architecture in the heart of Rotterdam. The B-Tower is in fact built over well-known department store De Bijenkorf. The famous shopping streets such as the Lijnbaan and the Koopgoot lie directly at your feet. Across the street lies the Stock Exchange and the World Trade Center in Rotterdam.

The famous shopping streets of Rotterdam such as ‘De Koopgoot” as the locals call it and De Lijnbaan are right at your feet. De architectural renowned Markthal, Witte de Withstraat en De Meent are ideal for lunch, drinks and dinner. All of these streets are within walking distance of Urban Residences Rotterdam. If you want to do want some home cooking, that’s no problem. You don’t have to look far for a supermarket. Supermarket Albert Heijn is just a 3-minute walk away. There are also plenty of public transport options in the immediate vicinity.

Languages spoken: English, Dutch

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Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, museums and architecture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Beurstraverse
0.1 miles
Rotterdamse Schouwburg
0.2 miles
Luxor Theater Rotterdam
0.2 miles
Maritime Museum Rotterdam
0.2 miles
Holland Casino Rotterdam
0.3 miles
Harbor Museum
0.3 miles
Maritiem Museum Rotterdam
0.3 miles
Dutch Museum of Photography
0.3 miles
Markthal Rotterdam
0.3 miles
Openlucht Binnenvaart Museum
0.4 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Albert Heijn Supermarket
0.1 miles
Gauchos Restaurant
0.1 miles
Barclay Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles
Joelia Restaurant
0.2 miles
Paddy Murphy's Irish Pub Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Asian Glories Restaurant
0.3 miles
Binnenrotte Market
0.4 miles
De Witte Aap Cafe/Bar
0.5 miles

Natural Beauty

De Maas River
0.7 miles

Closest Airports

Rotterdam The Hague Airport
3 miles
Schiphol Airport
29.5 miles
Eindhoven Airport
50.3 miles

Shopping Nearby – All Within 500 Yards!

Koopgoot Department Store Shopping Street Local & Authentic
Popular brands like: H&M, Zara
Witte de Withstraat Luxury Boutique
Meent Luxury Boutique

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Location was great and it is nice and spacious Staff was also great”

Gabriel

South Africa

9.1

“The studio I rented was super confortable , great design all elements in there are designers things . Location is great and corner appartement have great light ...”

Yann

Portugal

“Everything was perfect! The stuff was very nice and the location was great and the apartment was amazing!”

Christian

Austria

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Check-in

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

12:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children are welcome

0 - 3 years

Can use a crib

€ 15 per child, per night

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

No extra beds are available

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Urban Residences Rotterdam accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The Fine Print

Please be advised that the front desk is open from 09:00 to 21:00. Pre-arranged late check-in is possible until 23:59. Arriving after 23:59 is not possible.

Please note that daily housekeeping services for the studio/apartment can be arranged at a surcharge. For more information please contact the property directly.

Please note that supplements/extra’s will be charged at check-in time. Pre-pay cards can not be accepted.

Please note that it's possible to request two single beds instead of one double bed, at an additional charge of EUR 5 per bedroom.

Please note that group bookings of 10 rooms and more can not be accepted at this property.

Please note that parking is available for a surcharge at our private parking garage, accessible through a parking elevator (4.90 x 2.40 x 6.6 feet, maximum weight 3000 kg) and located in the same building.

Credit cardholder must match guest name

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

“Every thing was great especially the reception staff was very helpful it really 5 star the rooms are big , it’s in the Centre just 1 minutes walking every thing you need is just next to you”

Ahmad

United Arab Emirates

“This is the 3rd stay for us at the hotel and we absolutely love it. This is our go to hotel in Rotterdam and we'll stay there when we visit again. 1. The staff are very efficient and friendly. 2. Its clean 3. Very spacious and comfortable. 4. The value for money is excellent. 5. The location is very safe and centralized.”

Abeer

Kuwait

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	Apartment Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This apartment is located between the 13th and 18th floor and consists of a living room, a fully-equipped designer kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower and a bath, and 2 bedrooms. A flat-screen TV can be found in the salon and both bedrooms. The maximum occupancy of this apartment is 4 people, and 1 baby under 3 years of age (baby cot obligatory). Each large apartment has a spacious balcony with outdoor furniture and panoramic city views. Apartment Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Washing machine • Private Bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Cable channels • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • View • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Cleaning products • Coffee machine • City view • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Private apartment in building • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Large Apartment Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This apartment is located between the 13th and 18th floor and consists of a living room, a fully-equipped designer kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower and a bath, and 2 bedrooms. A flat-screen TV can be found in the salon and both bedrooms. The maximum occupancy of this apartment is 4 people, and and 1 baby under 3 years of age (baby cot obligatory). Each large apartment has a spacious balcony with outdoor furniture and panoramic city views. Apartment Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Washing machine • Private Bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Cable channels • Guest bathroom • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • View • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Cleaning products • Coffee machine • City view • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Private apartment in building • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Penthouse Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom The luxurious penthouse is located on the 19th floor and consists of a living room with high ceilings, a fully-equipped designer kitchen and 2 bedrooms. A flat-screen TV can be found in the salon and both bedrooms. The maximum occupancy of this penthouse is 4 people, and 1 baby under 3 years of age (baby cot obligatory). Each penthouse has a spacious balcony with outdoor furniture and panoramic city views. Apartment Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Washing machine • Private Bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Cable channels • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • View • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Cleaning products • Coffee machine • City view • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Private apartment in building • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Studio 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This Studio is located between the 5th and 13th floor and consists of a large seating area, a fully-equipped designer kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower, sink and sleeping area. A flat-screen TV can be found in the seating area. The maximum occupancy of this Suite is 2 people, and 1 baby under 3 years of age (baby cot obligatory). Each studio has a spacious balcony. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Private Bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Cable channels • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Cleaning products • Coffee machine • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Private apartment in building • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Corner Studio 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This Corner Suite is located between the 5th and 13th floor and consists of a large seating area, a fully-equipped designer kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower, sink and sleeping area. A flat-screen TV can be found in the seating area. The maximum occupancy of this Suite is 2 people, and 1 baby under 3 years of age (baby cot obligatory). Each studio has a spacious balcony. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Private Bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Cable channels • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Cleaning products • Coffee machine • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Private apartment in building • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Large Penthouse Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom The luxurious large penthouse is located on the 19th floor and consists of a living room with high ceilings, a fully-equipped designer kitchen and 2 bedrooms. A flat-screen TV can be found in the salon and both bedrooms. The maximum occupancy of this penthouse is 4 people, and 1 baby under 3 years of age (baby cot obligatory). Each penthouse has a spacious balcony with outdoor furniture and panoramic city views. Apartment Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Washing machine • Private Bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Cable channels • Guest bathroom • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • View • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Cleaning products • Coffee machine • City view • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Private apartment in building • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Family Studio Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This Family Suite of 82m2 is located between the 5th and 13th floor and consists of a large seating area, a fully-equipped designer kitchen, a private bathroom with a shower, double sink and sleeping area for 2 people. In the living area there is a sofabed as well, suited for maximum 2 people. A flat-screen TV can be found in the seating area. The maximum occupancy of this family suite is 4 people, and 1 baby under 3 years of age (baby cot obligatory). Each suite has a spacious balcony. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • TV • Hairdryer • Iron • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Microwave • Dishwasher • Private Bathroom • Heating • Kitchen • Cable channels • Laptop safe • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • Sofa • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Wardrobe or closet • Oven • Stovetop • Toaster • Cleaning products • Coffee machine • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Private apartment in building • Toilet paper • Sofa bed Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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Stay in the Heart of Rotterdam –

Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in shopping, museums and architecture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Facilities of Urban Residences Rotterdam Great facilities! Review score, 9.0

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