Hotel New YorkvsHostel De Mafkees
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel New York is the choice of most professionals compared to Hostel De Mafkees. Hotel New York comes in at #4 in Rotterdam with accolades from 4 sources including Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
Hotel New York
Koninginnenhoofd 1, Rotterdam 3072 AD, The Netherlands
From $124/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"An atmospheric standout on Rotterdam's business-oriented hotel scene." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The hotel, in one of the city's iconic, historic buildings, has peerless river views." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Impromptu performances, pop-up restaurants and other events take place in and around Hotel New York. Small and fast water-taxis keep the big dock buzzing with activity." Full review
The Guardian
"The historic Hotel New York (doubles from €122 room-only) is in the former headquarters of the Holland-America Line, and has a good fish restaurant"
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Lonely Planet
"Rooms retain original, painstakingly restored fittings and decor; styles range from standard to timber-panelled suites in the old boardrooms with fireplaces." Full review
Hostel De Mafkees
Vijverhofstraat, 47, Rotterdam 3013, The Netherlands
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Refrigerator
Lonely Planet
"Only recommended here due to its bargain-basement prices, this anti-squat near Centraal Station offers bunk beds with thin foam mattresses in three enormous dorms sleeping between 30 and 50." Full review