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Van der Valk Hotel ARA

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with fitness centre and sauna

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Junior Suite
Terrace/patio
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Honeymoon Suite
Panoramic Suite

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Veerweg 10, Zwijndrecht, 3336 LM
  • Ahoy Rotterdam
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Erasmus Bridge
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

In-room safe, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, River View

In-room safe, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

In-room safe, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite

Panoramic Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 65 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, Sauna

Executive Suite, Sauna

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Sauna
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 98 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Accessible

In-room safe, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, River View

In-room safe, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • 38 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Zwijndrecht

At Van der Valk Hotel ARA, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Rhine and 6.9 km (4.3 mi) from Stichting Museum Johannes Postschool. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Hotel ARA, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, sauna and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .In proximity to this 4-property class Achter-Lindt hotel you'll find Ahoy Rotterdam.

What's nearby

  • Feijenoord Stadium - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Ahoy Rotterdam - 16 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Erasmus Bridge - 18 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • SS Rotterdam - 19 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Zwijndrecht Station - 7 min drive
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaria de Patrijs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant De Beren Zwijndrecht - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Develpaviljoen Restaurant Het - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kwalitaria - Zwijndrecht - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪City Corner Chinees Afhaalcentrum - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Van der Valk Hotel ARA

Riverwalk hotel with fitness centre and sauna
Van der Valk Hotel ARA offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3660 square feet (340 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified Van der Valk Hotel ARA. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Zwijndrecht hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 3660 sq ft of conference space
  • 340 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2002
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Van der Valk Hotel ARA offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. 80-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries. This Zwijndrecht hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 16.50 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Hotel ARA

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,660 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 80-cm flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 30 March 2024 to 28 February 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ara
Hotel Ara Van der Valk
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Van Ara
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Van der Valk Ara Zwijndrecht
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Van Der Valk Zwijndrecht
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

Van der Valk Hotel ARA offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

Yep, Van der Valk Hotel ARA has a free self car park.

Does Van der Valk Hotel ARA have a pool?

Van der Valk Hotel ARA has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Van der Valk Hotel ARA a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Van der Valk Hotel ARA.

Is Van der Valk Hotel ARA family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Van der Valk Hotel ARA is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Van der Valk Hotel ARA serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

No, Van der Valk Hotel ARA does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Van der Valk Hotel ARA Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 192 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DIRK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thanks

We loved the location, right on the water with great walking paths!!! A super place for a quiet get a way!!! Thanks plus breakfast at vanderValk is always excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must when visiting Netherlands

Always return to the same hotel when staying in Netherlands. Such a beautiful location away from noise. Hotel is clean and staff are always attentive and friendly! A room with a balcony is beautiful, especially in warm weather. Hotels pool is clean and open until late which is great! See you soon 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Ali

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful hotel and it was .y second time that i booked this property as i liked it very much last time. This time, my checkin was with difficulties as they didn't give me the room that i had originally booked. They eventually gave us an extra bed and expedia agent tried to help. Overall it went well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erler

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very large and comfortable room, with an extra child bed. The hotel was very clean, the staff helpful, and the breakfast was very good. We would reserve again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

LES

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Hotel was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The WiFi was fast and air conditioning worked decently well. There is plenty of free parking in front of hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Grzegorz

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good standard twin rooms, but would like to have a gap between the two beds, Shared room with work associate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jo greenwood

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect hotel for location we needed to be in. Clean, modern building and friendly helpful staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good leisure facilities, great bar and restaurant area too. Room spacious and comfortable. Worth getting the view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel

My wife and I found this hotel to be spectacular and a very good price. We did not sign up for the breakfast, so cannot comment on that. Would definitely stay there again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay for a work trip

The reception team were very friendly and helpful. The bedroom was nice and the bed was comfortable. There was no water in the bedroom or biscuits on the tea and coffee selection tray. I stayed for two nights and nothing was replenished on the tea tray. I’m sure if I had asked I could’ve had extra things. The size of the bedroom and bathroom was huge and the bath was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Konstantinos

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms Quite place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mladen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel set in the Dutch countryside

Modern clean friendly hotel with great facilities like a decent sized pool, gym and sauna. Excellent restaurant and bar too. Hotel is set in quiet and peaceful countryside, overlooking a large river.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Long wkd stay

Nice large room with view of the river, and best part was the sauna in the room. Room service and food was great! Look forward to my next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

LES

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always stay here and made to feel part of the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Bruno

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel and bedrooms. But toxic food !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay away

Really clean and nice hotel located in a quiet area near the river and a great walking path. We were there during COVID so the restarurant was only doing pick up but it was very well organized, the food was great and the staff were super helpful and courteous. We love this chain!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good to excellent. River view is worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019