Matena Travel Guide
Rotterdam
Popular places to visit
Ahoy Rotterdam
Catch an event at Ahoy Rotterdam during your trip to Rotterdam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Erasmus Bridge
This huge yet graceful bridge connects the north and south parts of Rotterdam and is one of the city’s most iconic architectural landmarks.
Erasmus MC
If Erasmus MC is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rotterdam.
Euromast
The Netherland’s tallest lookout tower offers breathtaking panoramas of Rotterdam and a fine-dining restaurant with dazzling views.
Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
See the largest collection of authentic windmills in the Netherlands as you cycle or hike through this picturesque World Heritage site.
Blijdorp Zoo
Visit the animals who call Blijdorp Zoo home during your trip to Rotterdam. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Things to do
Gouda: Gouda Cheese Experience Entry Ticket
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Rotterdam
Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Den Haag
Top hotels in Matena
The Usual Rotterdam
Nice and cosy little pod room. Enough space, clean and the bed was very comfortable. Bathrooms were clean and never busy.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The James Hotel Rotterdam
Perfect stay. Professional, friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Room Mate Bruno, Rotterdam
We had a great stay here, comfortable room - shout out to Chantelle who helped us when we had a room issue at the start of our trip. She was incredibly helpful and friendly. The sauna and gym were small but clean and had everything you could need. Hotel is in an excellent location, near trains, tram, ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Bilderberg Parkhotel Rotterdam
Great location, lovely staff, delicious breakfast with great variety. You are in walking distance of restaurants , cafes, bars etc. Lovely spacious room and clean and modern. Decor around the hotel is classy and warming. Metro just few yards away and Rotterdam central station 15min walk.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rotterdam - Central Station by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
citizenM Rotterdam
Other neighbourhoods around Matena
Ijsselmonde
Ijsselmonde is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Feijenoord Stadium and Rhine.
Feijenoord
Waterfront views, bars and seaside views are some highlights of Feijenoord. Make a stop by Luxor Theater or Nederlands Fotomuseum while you're exploring.
Prins Alexander
Unique features of Prins Alexander include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Woonmall Alexandrium or Rhine while you're exploring the area.
Kralingen-Crooswijk
Kralingen-Crooswijk is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kralingse Bos Park and Rhine.
Katendrecht
If you're spending some time in Katendrecht, Fenix Food Factory and SS Rotterdam are top sights worth seeing.
Kop van Zuid
Unique features of Kop van Zuid include the bars and river views. Make a stop by Nederlands Fotomuseum or Luxor Theater while you're exploring the area.
