Located close to Erasmus University and Arboretum Trompenburg, Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. The on-site international cuisine brasserie, The Bridge, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.
Located in Kralingen-Crooswijk neighborhood, Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark is connected to the convention center. Erasmus Bridge and Euromast are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Arboretum Trompenburg and Plaswijckpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ahoy Rotterdam. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Rotterdam travel guide
K.P. Van Der Mandelelaan 150, Rotterdam, 3062 MB
What's nearby
Kralingse Bos Park
17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
18 min walk - 1.2 miles
Erasmus University
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Arboretum Trompenburg
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Grandstand Rotterdam
20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Getting around
Rotterdam Stadium Station
6 min drive
Rotterdam, Maashaven
13 min drive
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
48 min drive
Restaurants
Bram Ladage
11 min walk
Rotihuis Maharadj
11 min walk
Cafe In de Smitse
4 min walk
Starbucks
5 min walk
In De Keuken Van Floris
12 min walk
About this property
Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark
Upscale family-friendly hotel near Erasmus University
Located close to Arboretum Trompenburg and Maritime Museum, Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. The on-site international cuisine brasserie, The Bridge, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, express check-out, and luggage storage
A banquet hall, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 210 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
55-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 25 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
The Bridge
The Bridge
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Gym
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's games
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
24-hour business center
8,977 square feet of conference space
9 meeting rooms
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: EUR 150 per accommodation, per stay
An effective city/local tax rate of 6.50 percent will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 per person
Self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property class
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 stars.
Frequently asked questions
Is Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark pet-friendly?
Yes, Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?
As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark on Oct 11, 2026 start from $102, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for EUR 12 per day.
What time is check-in at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark located?
This family-friendly Rotterdam hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Erasmus University and Arboretum Trompenburg. Maritime Museum and De Koopgoot are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Novotel Rotterdam Brainpark Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Quiet and clean hotel across the street from the Erasmus University campus. The tower is prominent when you come out of the Kralingse Zoom train station. Just look to the left it’s a 700 metre walk on the same side of the road. Good place to stay (maybe the only one) when visiting the university.
Comfortable hotel. Good location with easy access to Rotterdam. Didn't get a chance to explore local area, but there is a nice lake nearby for walks etc. Would stay again.
The staff was very friendly and helpful. I had a drain issue with the shower. When I informed the front desk staff about it, knowing that I am from Canada and may not be returning back, instead of a credit, she kindly waived the breakfast charge for us to compensate for this shower issue.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jeevanath
Jan 7, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were clean and staff were fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Rebecca
May 31, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were well equipped, clean and well presented. The air-conditioning worked well. There was a bit of a funny smell in the room which I think comes from the fact you can't open the windows so no fresh air can get in. Breakfast was fantastic and the kids loved it. It was a good hotel and we'd stay there again.
It was a perfect stay in every way. It's a great hotel for the price and performance. Parking is reasonably priced. There's nothing negative to say. I definitely recommend it.
We enjoyed our stay at Novotel. The breakfast was great, rooms nice and clean, staff was friendly. It’s not super close to town but we walked or drove and didn’t have any problems
Had a lovely time at this hotel. Was always clean and staff friendly, spoke English well so no communication problems. Bed was very comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Room was spacious, cleaned thoroughly daily, and the food was delicious. The staff, from front desk to waitresses to bartenders, were friendly and helpful.
Cool, clean room and amenities although one of the cups had a dried up milk residue on check in but was got replacement right away. Love the breakfast choice.
We love Novotel properties and this one is a standout. The receptionists were very welcoming, the rooms are large and the buffet is exceptional. The place is well-decorated and clean. The location next Erasmus campus and the trains can't be beat. We will definitely stay here again.