Rotterdam is rising. Historically best known for being the home of Europe’s biggest container port, the Netherlands’ second-largest city is a destination for in-the-know travelers seeking a city break with unconventional allure. Here, you’ll find classic and contemporary art galleries, Michelin-starred restaurants and hip cafes, and speakeasies serving Dutch Genever in a neighborhood literally called Cool. And everywhere you look, you’ll see some of the most intriguing modern architecture in Europe, including the stunning Erasmus Bridge connecting the city over the River Nieuwe Maas as well as seriously creative houses and public buildings. In short, Rotterdam is quintessential Netherlands, reinvented with an innovative, design-driven edge.

GRAND OPENING: A new Kimpton hotel will open in Rotterdam, The Netherlands in 2023. Learn more.