# Rotterdam

- Kind: ship
- Data version: 2026-10-14
- Reference month: 2026-10
- Checked: 2026-07-03
- Page: https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/rotterdam

For reference only. Bookings, prices and schedules are not guaranteed. Check current details with the official provider.

## Overview

- Cruise line: Holland America Line
- Size: Large
- Market segment: Premium mid-to-large size (flagship)
- Ship: Rotterdam
- Class: Pinnacle
- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords, Mediterranean

Rotterdam entered service in 2021 as the third Pinnacle-class ship and Holland America Line’s flagship. With about 100,000 GT and capacity for approximately 2,670 guests, it offers large-ship facilities while maintaining a restrained sense of scale and less crowding. Its central attractions include the two-story main stage World Stage and music venues for jazz, blues, and classical performances. The onboard atmosphere is calm and adult-oriented. Summer itineraries focus on Northern Europe, fjords, and the Baltic Sea; from autumn 2027, it will enter the Mediterranean for the first time, while winters will include the Caribbean and transatlantic crossings.

- Adult-oriented
- First-time cruise friendly
- Port-focused
- Music lovers

Checked: 2026-07-03

[See the ship’s size](https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/rotterdam/scale)

## Specifications

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Gross tonnage | 99,935 GT |
| Passenger capacity | 2,668 |
| Crew | 1,053 |
| Decks | 12 |
| Cabins | 1,334 |
| Length | 299.8 m (984 ft) |
| Year built | 2021 |
| IMO number | 9837470 |

## Ship character

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Score (0–5) |
| --- | --- |
| Families | 2 |
| Adults | 5 |
| Luxury | 4 |
| First-time cruisers | 4 |
| Entertainment | 4 |
| Dining | 4 |
| Japanese-language support | 1 |

### Great for

Scenic fjord and glacier cruises
Live music and classical performances
Leisurely itineraries of 10 days or longer

### Less suited to

Families seeking waterslides and flashy attractions
Large families with young children
Travelers prioritizing Japanese-language support

## Japanese language support and practical onboard information

A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.

| Item | Value | Label | Description | Scope | Sources | Checked |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Public bath | Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite | Official | — | — | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese food | Japanese food at extra cost | Official | — | — | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese language support | Some Japanese language support | Official | — | Line-wide | [hal-cruise.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.hal-cruise.jp/2025-27-hal-japan-sailing) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Payment in yen | Payment in yen not accepted | Official | — | Line-wide | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Smoking | Smoking in designated areas only | Official | — | — | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Dress code | Formal nights | Official | — | Line-wide | hollandamerica.com | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Power outlets | Plug types: B, C | Secondary source | — | — | [lucandjune.com](https://www.lucandjune.com/review-holland-america-rotterdam/) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |

Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Pitta / Not stated: no information found in official sources

English text in preparation.

## At a glance

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Kids club | Yes |
| Adults-only areas | Yes |
| Waterpark | No |
| Casino | Yes |
| Theater and shows | Yes |
| Spa | Yes |
| Cinema | Yes |
| Accessible cabins | Yes |
| Solo cabins | Yes |
| All-inclusive | No |

- Japanese support rating (editorial): 1/5

Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

## Cabins by category

Checked: 2026-07-03

| Cabins | Description | Cabin count / recommended decks | Size | Capacity / beds | Features | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Interior | Standard interior cabins without windows. They account for 280 of the 1340 rooms and form the largest price-range category for travelers seeking lower fares. | 280 cabins / Spread across the low- to mid-level decks, such as Main, Beethoven, Gershwin, and Mozart | 13–21 m² (140–226 ft²) (Estimated) | Standard: 2 people (some categories accommodate up to 4) / Twin beds (convertible to queen size) | Balcony: No, Window: No, Concierge: No, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Oceanview | A cabin with no balcony but sea views through the window. The same category series also includes a Family Ocean View (32 rooms) accommodating up to 5 guests and an Oceanview Studio (12 rooms) for single occupancy and solo guests. | 115 cabins / Distributed across Decks 1, 4, 7, and 10–11 | 16–26 m² (172–280 ft²) (Estimated) | Standard: 2 people (Family Oceanview cabins accommodate up to 5) / Twin beds (convertible to queen size); family-type sofa bed added | Balcony: No, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Verandah | The largest category, accounting for 748 of the 1340 rooms, with standard balcony accommodations. The upper tier also includes 104 Vista Suites measuring 24-33 m². | 748 cabins / Widely distributed across Decks 4-8 and 10-11 | 21–38 m² (226–409 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / Twin beds (convertible to queen size) | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Neptune Suite | A 45-room suite category. Includes upper-tier benefits below Pinnacle Suite, such as a dedicated lounge and concierge service. | 45 cabins / Decks 4-8 and 10-11; concentrated in areas near the dedicated Neptune Lounge | 43–47 m² (463–506 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / King bed (convertible to twins) | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |
| Pinnacle Suite | The top-tier suite, with only 1 room onboard. At approximately 120 m², it is more than twice the size of other onboard categories and has an independent living space resembling a large apartment. | 1 cabins / Deck 7 (Schubert) | 119–120 m² (1,281–1,292 ft²) (Estimated) | Maximum 4 people / King bed; Duxiana mattress | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: No | Unknown |

Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.

## Dining

Checked: 2026-07-03

- Onboard currency: USD

### Included in the fare (no extra charge)

#### The Dining Room

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Classic and regionally inspired international cuisine
- Hours: Breakfast 7:30-9:30, lunch 12:00-13:00 (sea days), dinner 17:00-21:00 approximately (daily rotating menu)

A main dining venue included in the cruise fare, using a rotating schedule with a different menu each evening. Vegetarian options and children's menus are also available.

#### Lido Market

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: International buffet (baked sweets, salads, carving station, and more)
- Hours: Breakfast 6:30-10:30, lunch 11:30-14:00, dinner 17:30-20:00

A large Deck 9 buffet restaurant available across a broad range of hours from morning through evening, making it convenient for families.

#### Dive-In

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Poolside grill (burgers and hot dogs)
- Hours: 11:30-17:30

A casual grill beside the Deck 9 pool, serving burgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken, portobello mushroom stacks, and more.

#### New York Deli & Pizza

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Snacks including bagels, sandwiches, and pizza
- Hours: 7:00-0:00 the next day

A snack corner on Deck 10, serving everything from breakfast to movie-night snacks.

#### Grand Dutch Café

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Cafe and bar inspired by Dutch traditions

A refined cafe and bar on Deck 3 themed around Dutch heritage. Snacks are included in the cruise fare, but drinks cost extra.

#### Gelato & Juice Bar

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: House-made gelato and fresh juices

Provides gelato made onboard each day on Deck 9. Paid light snacks in the low-price range of about $2 per cup.

#### Room Service

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Snacks and all-day menu
- Hours: Breakfast 6:00-11:00, all-day menu 11:00-23:00, late night 23:00-6:00

In-room dining, generally provided as a complimentary service included in the cruise fare.

### Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)

#### Pinnacle Grill

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $52 (lunch or dinner, +18% gratuity)
- Cuisine: American-style steakhouse
- Hours: Lunch and dinner available (reservation required)

A steakhouse overseen by chef David Burke, centered on dry-aged meats such as filet mignon and New York strip. Some menu items carry an additional charge.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer, fleet standard price)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water, depending on size)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Filet mignon (8 oz, included in course) | $52 (included in the shared lunch and dinner set-menu price) |
| Table-side Dover sole | +$15 (additional charge) |
| Beecher's lobster mac and cheese | +$12 (additional charge) |

#### Rudi's Sel de Mer

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $55 (dinner only, +18% gratuity)
- Cuisine: French seafood brasserie (Mediterranean style)
- Hours: Dinner only

A French seafood restaurant overseen by chef Rudi Sodamin, serving Mediterranean cuisine from France, Spain, and Greece, including raw oysters, lobster, and bouillabaisse.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer, fleet standard price)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water, depending on size)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Burrata & prosciutto (appetizer) | $55 (included in the dinner course) |
| Lobster tail (main) | $55 (included in the dinner course) |
| Chocolate hazelnut volcano (dessert) | $55 (included in the dinner course) |

#### Tamarind

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $35 (dinner only, +18% gratuity; half price for ages 12 and under)
- Cuisine: Pan-Asian cuisine
- Hours: Dinner only

A Pan-Asian restaurant overlooking the sea from near the top of the ship, known for signature dishes such as wok-seared lobster. The former Nami Sushi has been integrated and reworked as the Morimoto by Sea sushi bar.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer, fleet standard price)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water, depending on size)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Wok-seared lobster | $35 (included in the dinner course) |
| Sichuan shrimp / spicy duck dishes | $35 (included in the dinner course) |
| Yuzu cheesecake (dessert) | $35 (included in the dinner course) |

#### Canaletto

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $25 (dinner only, +18% gratuity)
- Cuisine: Italian cuisine (house-made pasta)
- Hours: Dinner only

A casual Italian restaurant near Lido Market, known for house-made pasta prepared by hand daily.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer, fleet standard price)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water, depending on size)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Handmade seafood pasta (shrimp and clams) | $25 (included in the dinner course) |
| Osso buco (with mascarpone and saffron risotto) | $25 (included in the dinner course) |
| Lobster tail (additional charge) | +$15 (additional charge) |

#### Morimoto by Sea Sushi Bar

- Category: Extra charge
- Cuisine: Sushi and sashimi (Japanese cuisine)

A dedicated sushi bar supervised by Chef Masaharu Morimoto. Permanently installed only on Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam, and Rotterdam, it debuted on Rotterdam in March 2025 as a replacement for the former Nami Sushi. All items are a la carte.

- Beer: $7.75 (canned/bottled beer, fleet standard price)
- Soft drinks: $2.75 (sodas)
- Water: $3.75–$5 (mineral water, depending on size)

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| 2 pieces of nigiri sushi (various types, including white fish, salmon, and tuna) | A la carte (individual prices not disclosed) |
| Assorted rolls (shrimp tempura roll, etc.) | A la carte (individual prices not disclosed) |
| Chicken cutlet and Japanese-style curry | A la carte (individual prices not disclosed) |

#### Club Orange Dining Room

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $35 per person per day (program-wide fee; Neptune/Pinnacle suite guests can use it at no additional charge)
- Cuisine: Expanded main dining room menu plus daily specials
- Hours: Breakfast and dinner (no reservation required)

A dedicated dining room exclusive to 3 Pinnacle Class ships. Available to Club Orange members, whose VIP program includes priority embarkation and disembarkation.

## Facilities and activities

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Highlights

- Rolling Stone Rock Room: A live music venue created in collaboration with Rolling Stone, where live bands perform rock classics.
- Music Walk: 3 venues (Rolling Stone Rock Room, Billboard Onboard and B.B. King's Blues Club) sit side by side on Deck 2, so guests can venue-hop and listen as they walk, with no tickets needed
- World Stage's 270-degree HD LED screen: A wraparound screen showing images that immerse the entire venue.
- BLEND wine-blending studio: A hands-on facility, uncommon on ships, where guests create their own blend from single-vineyard wine barrels
- Rotterdam has been selected as the ship for the fleet's long-term trial of biofuel (a low-carbon fuel derived from biodegradable sources)

| Facilities | Category | Kind | Scope | Amount | Description | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Lido Pool | Included | Pool | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Main pool on Deck 9 with a retractable glass roof, usable regardless of the weather | Unknown |
| Sea View Pool | Included | Pool | Adults only: Yes, For children: No | Unknown | Adult-only pool area for a quiet escape | Unknown |
| Greenhouse Spa & Salon | Extra charge | Spa | Adults only: No, For children: No | 50-minute massage: $149 and up; thermal suite pass for one: $149 and up per cruise (Estimated) | Treatments such as massages, facials, and acupuncture, plus an attached thermal suite with a warm-water pool and steam room. | Unknown |
| Fitness Center | Included | Sports | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Large gym with cardio and strength-training machines. Instructor-led classes are also held. | Unknown |
| Sports Court | Included | Sports | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | An outdoor multipurpose court for pickleball (with beginner lessons and tournaments) and basketball. 2 table tennis tables are also installed. | Unknown |
| Jogging Track | Included | Jogging | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Walking and jogging track that circles the top deck alongside the sports court. | Unknown |
| Casino | Extra charge | Casino | Adults only: Yes, For children: No | Unknown | Casino on Deck 3 with machines ranging from penny slots to $5 slots, plus table games and video poker | Unknown |
| World Stage | Included | Theater | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | The main theater, with about 700 seats and a 270-degree HD LED screen. Located on the Promenade Deck, it stages musical shows and performances that combine BBC Earth footage with live music. | Unknown |
| Rolling Stone Rock Room | Included | Signature attraction | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | A rock-focused live music venue created in collaboration with Rolling Stone magazine. It is the headline venue of the Music Walk area on Deck 2, behind the World Stage, where a live band plays classic rock songs. | Unknown |
| Billboard Onboard | Included | Bar | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | A dueling piano lounge supervised by Billboard magazine. Two pianist-singers perform hit songs from the 1950s to the present. Located in a corner of Music Walk. | Unknown |
| B.B. King's Blues Club | Included | Nightclub | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | A venue featuring live blues, jazz and R&B bands. Located in a corner of Music Walk, it effectively functions as a nightclub late into the night. | Unknown |
| Crow's Nest | Extra charge | Bar | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Forward observation lounge with panoramic views, board games, puzzles, coffee, and wine | Unknown |
| Explorations Café | Extra charge | Library | Adults only: No, For children: No | Coffee and light meals are charged; reading and Internet terminal use are free (Estimated) | Library and cafe with one of the largest book collections on board, featuring a coffee bar, internet terminals, and card game tables. | Unknown |
| Digital Workshop | Included | Other | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Free small-group classes on photo editing, video creation, and using cloud storage. | Unknown |
| America's Test Kitchen | Included | Other | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Cooking class and demonstration area partnered with the TV show of the same name, where you can learn cooking techniques for pies, pasta, egg dishes, and more. | Unknown |
| BLEND Wine Blending Studio | Extra charge | Bar | Adults only: Yes, For children: No | Unknown | A rare onboard hands-on wine experience: a tasting table seating 10, where guests can create their own blend from five single-vineyard red wine barrels | Unknown |
| Poolside Movie Screen | Included | Cinema | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | A large LED screen beside the Lido pool hosts outdoor movie screenings in the evening. A dedicated indoor movie theater could not be confirmed. | Unknown |
| Kids Club | Included | Kids | Adults only: No, For children: Yes | Unknown | Age-based programs for ages 3 to 6, 7 to 11 and 12 to 17. Specialist staff run activities such as crafts, sports, video game tournaments and movie nights. They may not be offered on some longer voyages, such as Legendary and Grand Voyages. | Unknown |
| Shops | Extra charge | Shop | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Onboard shops selling duty-free branded goods, sundries, Dutch souvenirs, and more. | Unknown |

## Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Children and families

- Kids Club — Age-based programs for ages 3 to 6, 7 to 11 and 12 to 17. Specialist staff run activities such as crafts, sports, video game tournaments and movie nights. They may not be offered on some longer voyages, such as Legendary and Grand Voyages.

### Adults-only areas

- Sea View Pool — Adult-only pool area for a quiet escape
- Casino — Casino on Deck 3 with machines ranging from penny slots to $5 slots, plus table games and video poker
- BLEND Wine Blending Studio — A rare onboard hands-on wine experience: a tasting table seating 10, where guests can create their own blend from five single-vineyard red wine barrels

### Practical information (line-wide)

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Onboard currency | USD |
| Gratuities | A "Crew Appreciation" charge is added automatically to your onboard bill. After boarding, you can increase, reduce or remove the amount at Guest Services. However, the automatic service charge on dining, drink, spa and similar purchases (20% from June 2026) is billed separately and cannot be adjusted. |
| Payment | Cashless onboard |
| Voltage | Supports both 110V and 220V (implementation differs by ship and cabin) |
| Formal nights | About 1 on cruises of 6 nights or fewer and 2 on cruises of 7 to 10 nights (the number increases with cruise length) |
| Medical facilities | Every ship has a medical center staffed by dedicated doctors and nurses. Regular consultations are by appointment 2 times a day plus same-day walk-ins, and emergencies are handled 24 hours. Examinations, medication, tests, diagnostic imaging and the like are all charged (billed at actual cost) and are often not covered by travel or medical insurance. |
| Bringing items onboard | Only wine and champagne may be brought on board (up to 750 ml per bottle, with a limit on the number of bottles). Beer and spirits are not allowed. A corkage fee of $20 per bottle applies to wine you bring, including when you drink it in your cabin (wine bought on HAL-organized winery tours at ports of call is exempt for up to 1 bottle per person). |
| Mobile and connectivity | With "Cellular at Sea," which uses a satellite link, calls, SMS and data are available in international waters beyond about 6 nautical miles offshore (Starlink is also used on some ships). Charges follow your carrier's international roaming rates, and the device displays names such as "cellularatsea" and "Shiproam." |

- Japanese support: Staff: Partial / Menus: Unknown / Announcements: Unknown

Checked: 2026-07-03

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## Itineraries on this ship

### [7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Rotterdam](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/rotterdam-7n-rotterdam)

- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords
- Itinerary: May–Sep 2027
- Departure months: 2027-05, 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09
- Ship: Rotterdam
- Cruise line: Holland America Line
- Duration: 7 nights
- Departure / arrival: Rotterdam → Rotterdam
- Port: Rotterdam › Eidfjord › Alesund › +3 › Rotterdam
- Cruise type: Round trip / 7
- Amount: From $1,259.00 · Price on the US site (USD, tax inclusion unknown; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-07-22

### [11-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona to Athens (Piraeus)](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/rotterdam-11n-barcelona-to-athens-piraeus)

- Region: Mediterranean
- Itinerary: Oct 2027
- Departure months: 2027-10
- Ship: Rotterdam
- Cruise line: Holland America Line
- Duration: 11 nights
- Departure / arrival: Barcelona → Athens (Piraeus)
- Port: Barcelona › Palma de Mallorca › Marseille › +5 › Athens (Piraeus)
- Cruise type: One way / 9
- Amount: From $1,629.00 · Price on the US site (USD, tax inclusion unknown; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-07-22

### [10-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Athens (Piraeus)](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/rotterdam-10n-athens-piraeus)

- Region: Mediterranean
- Itinerary: Nov 2027
- Departure months: 2027-11
- Ship: Rotterdam
- Cruise line: Holland America Line
- Duration: 10 nights
- Departure / arrival: Athens (Piraeus) → Athens (Piraeus)
- Port: Athens (Piraeus) › Mykonos › Kusadasi › +2 › Athens (Piraeus)
- Cruise type: Round trip / 6
- Amount: From $1,499.00 · Price on the US site (USD, tax inclusion unknown; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-07-22

## What is included and what costs extra

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Included in the fare / extra

| Item | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Meals (main restaurants) | Included |
| Alcohol | Extra charge |
| Gratuities | Extra charge |
| Wi‑Fi | Extra charge |
| Specialty dining | Extra charge |
| Shore excursions | Extra charge |

In addition to the base fare, the "Have It All" package, which includes beverages, Wi-Fi and gratuities, can be purchased for an extra $60 per person per day. Neptune/Pinnacle Suites include some of these benefits (such as Club Orange-equivalent dining) as standard.

### Onboard costs (original currency)

- Onboard currency: USD

| Item | Category | Amount |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drinks (one beer) | Extra charge | $7.75 (canned/bottled beer) (Estimated) |
| Soft drinks and water | Extra charge | Soft drinks $2.75 (sodas) / Water $3.75-$5 (depending on size, mineral water) (Estimated) |
| Drink package | Extra charge | Quench (non-alcoholic): $17.75; Signature (beer, spirits, and wine up to $12): $50.95; Elite (all beverages up to $16): $55.95. All are based on advance purchase and priced per person per day. (Estimated) |
| Wi‑Fi | Extra charge | Purchasing the number of cruise days in advance gives a discounted rate of $18.14 (Surf) or $36.00 (Stream) per day. (Estimated) |
| Gratuities (automatic service charge) | Unknown | $18/person/night for standard cabins; $20/person/night for suites (revised June 2026) (Estimated) |
| Spa (60 minutes) | Extra charge | $149 (50 minutes; shortest massage menu; 60-minute standard menu unconfirmed) (Estimated) |
| Laundry | Unknown | No self-service laundry. An unlimited-fill bag costs $35 (48-hour turnaround). Individual-item charges and unlimited-use packages are also available. (Estimated) |
| Shore excursions | Unknown | Shore excursions are charged per tour. Upgrades such as beach villas ($999.95 per group) and private cabanas ($699.95 per group) are also available at the private island Half Moon Cay. (Estimated) |

Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.

Checked: 2026-07-03

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- [letsallcruise.com](https://letsallcruise.com/f/what-outlets-are-there-in-a-holland-america-line-stateroom)
- hollandamerica.com
- [travelpulse.com](https://www.travelpulse.com/news/cruise/holland-america-line-to-ban-smoking-on-cabin-balconies)
- hollandamerica.com
- hollandamerica.com
- hollandamerica.com
- hollandamerica.com
- [theluxurycruisereview.com](https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/hal-laundry-options/)
- hollandamerica.com
- hollandamerica.com
- [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/activity-staff-japanese-speaking-at-holland-america-line-4305245620)
- hollandamerica.com
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/complete-guide-to-holland-america-line-drink-packages/)
- hollandamerica.com
- [deeparrival.com](https://deeparrival.com/cruise/cruise-lines/holland-america/wifi/)
- hollandamerica.com
- [theessentialcruiseshop.com](https://theessentialcruiseshop.com/holland-america-line-dress-code/)
- hollandamerica.com
- [cruisebite.com](https://www.cruisebite.com/blog/what-documents-are-required-for-boarding-holland-america-line)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/is-holland-america-line-just-for-old-people/)
- [thiscruiselife.com](https://www.thiscruiselife.com/cruise-blog/is-holland-america-just-for-older-cruisers/)
- hollandamerica.com
- [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/holland-america-line-introduces-have-it-all-premium-package-that-includes-shore-excursions-drinks-specialty-dining-and-wi-fi-301270087.html)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/whats-included-on-a-holland-america-line-cruise/)
- [lifewellcruised.com](https://lifewellcruised.com/whats-included-on-a-holland-america-line-cruise/)
- hollandamerica.com

## Boarding, atmosphere, and links

Checked: 2026-07-03

### Boarding and logistics

- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Fort Lauderdale (Florida, United States; Port Everglades), Rotterdam (Netherlands)
- Departure ports: Fort Lauderdale, Rotterdam, Amsterdam (seasonal), New Mediterranean-based deployment planned from autumn 2027

### Atmosphere and guests

- All ages
- An adult-oriented atmosphere centered on live music, combining calmness with an upscale feel. Casual yet refined, it appeals to guests who enjoy live performances and dancing.
- Mainly attracts veteran cruisers aged 50 and over, primarily from North America. Demand is also high for long voyages such as world cruises and transatlantic crossings, with many passengers prioritizing music and shore excursions. Japanese passengers are a minority, and there are no departures from Japan.

The 3 ships of the Pinnacle Class have been equipped with shore power connection facilities since construction, so they can shut down their engines while in port to reduce emissions and noise. In addition to scrubbers (exhaust gas desulfurization systems) fitted on all 11 ships, Rotterdam was selected as the first ship in the fleet for a long-term trial of low-carbon biofuel (derived from organic waste), and runs 1 engine on biofuel when sailing through the World Heritage fjord areas of Norway. It is also equipped with a biodigester that breaks down food waste and a dewatering machine.

## Links

### Boarding notes and videos

- [Review: Holland America Rotterdam ship](https://www.lucandjune.com/review-holland-america-rotterdam/)
- [MS Rotterdam Blog - CruiseReport](https://www.cruisereport.com/rotterdam-blog)
- [Holland America's Rotterdam: An impressive smaller ship experience (Full Review + Tour)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzhjpSEE8gk)
- [Holland America Rotterdam: The Brutally Honest Truth (21 Day Review)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObmnSLkj874)
- [Holland America Rotterdam Review: What It’s Like](https://dohrntravels.com/holland-america-rotterdam-review/)

### External sites and sources

- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Rotterdam_(2021))
- [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/holland-america-lines-flagship-rotterdam-to-debut-in-mediterranean-for-fall-2027-season-302803833.html)
- [cruisedeckplans.com](https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/ships/cabins.php?ship=Rotterdam)
- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Rotterdam_(2020))
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/holland-america-line-rotterdam-restaurant-menus-and-guide/)
- [blog.pavlus.com](https://blog.pavlus.com/2023/04/12/music-walk-hals-rolling-stone-rock-room-billboard-onboard-b-b-king-blues-club/)
- [travelweekly.com](https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Live-music-is-the-main-event-on-HAL-new-Rotterdam)
- [cruisehive.com](https://www.cruisehive.com/holland-america-line-makes-major-entertainment-changes/92269)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/complete-guide-to-holland-america-line-drink-packages/)
- [cruisegear.com](https://www.cruisegear.com/holland-america-drink-menus-drink-prices/)
- [theluxurycruisereview.com](https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/hal-laundry-options/)
- [cruise.blog](https://cruise.blog/2026/04/another-carnival-cruise-line-raises-the-daily-gratuity-charges)
- [deeparrival.com](https://deeparrival.com/cruise/cruise-lines/holland-america/wifi/)
- [cruisemummy.co.uk](https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/holland-america-line-suite-benefits/)
- [hal-cruise.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.hal-cruise.jp/2025-27-hal-japan-sailing)
- [cruisehive.com](https://www.cruisehive.com/holland-america-guests-to-face-higher-daily-gratuities-and-service-charges/204080)
- [letsallcruise.com](https://letsallcruise.com/f/what-outlets-are-there-in-a-holland-america-line-stateroom)
- [travelpulse.com](https://www.travelpulse.com/news/cruise/holland-america-line-to-ban-smoking-on-cabin-balconies)
- [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/activity-staff-japanese-speaking-at-holland-america-line-4305245620)
- [theessentialcruiseshop.com](https://theessentialcruiseshop.com/holland-america-line-dress-code/)
- [cruisebite.com](https://www.cruisebite.com/blog/what-documents-are-required-for-boarding-holland-america-line)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/is-holland-america-line-just-for-old-people/)
- [thiscruiselife.com](https://www.thiscruiselife.com/cruise-blog/is-holland-america-just-for-older-cruisers/)
- [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/holland-america-line-introduces-have-it-all-premium-package-that-includes-shore-excursions-drinks-specialty-dining-and-wi-fi-301270087.html)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/whats-included-on-a-holland-america-line-cruise/)
- [lifewellcruised.com](https://lifewellcruised.com/whats-included-on-a-holland-america-line-cruise/)
- [View on VesselFinder (IMO 9837470)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9837470)

### Related Cruise Pitta pages

- [See the ship’s size](https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/rotterdam/scale)
- [7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Rotterdam](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/rotterdam-7n-rotterdam)
- [11-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona to Athens (Piraeus)](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/rotterdam-11n-barcelona-to-athens-piraeus)
- [10-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Athens (Piraeus)](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/rotterdam-10n-athens-piraeus)

## Current position (external site)

[View on VesselFinder (IMO 9837470)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9837470)

External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

Checked: none (unverified)

## Cruise stories and videos on external sites

5 links

These are articles and videos by other publishers, not Cruise Pitta. Their content is their own and has not been reviewed by us. Links open in a new tab.

| Title | Kind | Language | Disclosure | Site | Sailed | Link checked | Link treatment |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [MS Rotterdam Blog - CruiseReport](https://www.cruisereport.com/rotterdam-blog) | Personal blog | English | — | cruisereport.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-05 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Holland America's Rotterdam: An impressive smaller ship experience (Full Review + Tour)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzhjpSEE8gk) | YouTube | English | — | youtube.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Holland America Rotterdam: The Brutally Honest Truth (21 Day Review)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObmnSLkj874) | YouTube | English | — | youtube.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Holland America Rotterdam Review: What It’s Like](https://dohrntravels.com/holland-america-rotterdam-review/) | Personal blog | English | Affiliate links disclosed | dohrntravels.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | sponsored (sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer) / Affiliate links disclosed |
| [Review: Holland America Rotterdam ship](https://www.lucandjune.com/review-holland-america-rotterdam/) | Personal blog | English | — | lucandjune.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-05 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |

## About this data

- Ship detail verification: Source unverified

Checked: 2026-07-03

Official site

Photo: Cavernia / CC BY-SA 4.0 / https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:9837470_Rotterdam_2021.jpg

## Sources

- official: hollandamerica.com
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Rotterdam_(2021)
- secondary: prnewswire.com — https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/holland-america-lines-flagship-rotterdam-to-debut-in-mediterranean-for-fall-2027-season-302803833.html
- secondary: cruisedeckplans.com — https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/ships/cabins.php?ship=Rotterdam
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- secondary: cruisemummy.co.uk — https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/holland-america-line-suite-benefits/

Source: Wikipedia “[MS Rotterdam (2020)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Rotterdam_(2020))”, “[MS Rotterdam (2021)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MS_Rotterdam_(2021))” ([CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/))