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Van der Valk Hotel ARA

4.5 star property
Travelers find tranquility in natural surroundings or energize themselves with outdoor activities at this peaceful retreat in Achter-Lindt

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Van der Valk Hotel ARA offers a peaceful escape with a garden and sauna. Enjoy meals at the restaurant, dine outdoors, or explore hiking and biking trails. The hotel features in-room WiFi, a welcoming bar, and an indoor pool for relaxation.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 635 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Panoramic Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, Sauna

Executive Suite, Sauna | In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Executive Suite, Sauna

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Sauna
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 1054 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Accessible

In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, blackout drapes, cribs/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 drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
  • River view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Zwijndrecht, Van der Valk Hotel ARA is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rhoon Golfcenter and Golf Club Merwelanden Crayestein are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Zuidplein Shopping Centre and Fenix Food Factory. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ahoy Rotterdam or Feijenoord Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Zwijndrecht travel guide
Map
Veerweg 10, Zwijndrecht, 3336 LM

What's nearby

  • Windmill group
    Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cityscape Rotterdam eurovision song contest 2020
    Ahoy Rotterdam
    16 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Scheveningen Pier during bluehour
    Scheveningen Beach
    45 min drive - 57.1 km
  • This place has been open for over 60 years and has lots for all ages. It has lots of traditional as well as new and modern rides and is an excellent place to visit when your in the Netherlands
    Efteling Theme Park
    51 min drive - 77.0 km
  • Duinrell
    47 min drive - 62.1 km

Getting around

  • Zwijndrecht Station
    7 min drive
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Schuiffie's Bar
    19 min walk
  • Eethuis De Griek
    5 min drive
  • Kwalitaria Zwijndrecht Oudeland
    4 min drive
  • Restaurant de Waal
    8 min drive

About this property

Van der Valk Hotel ARA

Luxury hotel on the waterfront
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Van der Valk Hotel ARA. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, a ballroom, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All 80 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 80-cm flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Crib (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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (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 movies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 16.50 for adults and 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

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, 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Netherlands. This property is rated 4 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.

Property is also known as

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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

Does Van der Valk Hotel ARA have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Van der Valk Hotel ARA pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Van der Valk Hotel ARA?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Van der Valk Hotel ARA located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this luxury hotel is steps from Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout and Rhine. Grote Kerk and National Museum of Education are also within 6 mi (10 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

Van der Valk Hotel ARA Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
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

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

Erler

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

Zahra

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

10/10 Excellent

jo greenwood

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

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best hotels we have visited. Great room, great area. Great food. Only negative is that we stayed for one night. Next time we will for sure stay longer :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

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

PAUL

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

Kate

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

6/10 Okay

Ali

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

6/10 Okay

Maanusa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Roomservice QR did not work. It was too loud noise
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Altijd weer prettig daar te verblijven. Vaste stek. Alles werkelijk perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

N

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Op zich een prima hotel. We hadden misschien wat pech met de kamer. Tapijt wat oprolde waardoor je er in de nacht over valt, in bed lig je in een kuil, afvoer verstopt l, douches die lekken en thermostaatkraan die niet echt werkt en tv uit het jaar 0. Verder waren we prima tevreden. Personeel heel vriendelijk. Ontbijt meer dan redelijk. Zwembad heeft onze zoon enorm van genoten en was netjes en schoon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pier

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

Rust, heerlijk eten, lekker fietsen

Wij vonden het een hartstikke leuke lokatie en met het zicht op de oude maas, gezeten op het balkon zijn wij helemaal tot rust gekomen. Het enige wat ons tegenviel was de airco. De 18graden die hij aangaf is het nooit geweest naar ons gevoel. Het was ons te warm. Dat heeft ons verblijf in de ruime kamer echter niet ontsiert. Heerlijk toeven daar!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Erg netjes hotel en kamer. Kamer was schoon en ruim.

8/10 Good

Jente

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toilet spoelt lastig door, kamer 206. Verder prima.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paar prima dagen gehad in dit rustig gelegen hotel. Prima kamers en vriendelijk personeel. Uitstekende ontbijt en genoten van een heerlijk diner. Lekker kunnen fietsen en een dagje met de bus naar het ABNAmro tennistoernooi. Kortweg dit doen we vast nog een keer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sugeevan

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

Super

Dejlig hotel rent stort værelser. Gratis parkering på overnatningssted. Dejlig morgenmad fantastisk oplevelse.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super hotel. Chambre spacieuse. La piscine et le sauna sont bien. Je recommande
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Auke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mooie plek, helaas geen tijd gehad om rond te wandelen, echter jammer dat het zwembad tijdelijk dicht was ivb met storing, zeker met kleinzoon van 10, voor de rest prima plek,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Konstantinos

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms Quite place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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kamer was netjes, wel wat gedateerd, lift werkte niet en bediening in restaurant traag.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021