MS Rotterdam
Holland America Cruise Line
MS Rotterdam is one of Holland America's 11 active ships and first entered service in 2021 with its most recent renovation in 2024. In terms of size, it comes in at 99,863 gross tons, 975 feet in length, and 8 passenger decks. On board, it supports up to 3,218 guests and approximately 1,025 crew members. The ship had an estimated build cost of $250 million and is flagged in Netherlands.
MS Rotterdam
Ship Stats
Year Built
2021
Last Renovated
2024
Tonnage
99,863 GT
Length
975 ft
Capacity
3,218
Crew
1,025
Cost
$250 million
Decks
8
Cruise Deals
Cheapest cruises on the MS Rotterdam
These are currently the cheapest cruises available on the MS Rotterdam, ranked by the lowest price per night across all cabin types. Prices are subject to change based on availability.
15 nightsfrom$75/ntMS Rotterdam
Holland America Cruise Line
15 Night Cultural Crossing With England Paris & Brugge
21 nightsfrom$82/ntMS Rotterdam
Holland America Cruise Line
21 Night Eastern & Western Caribbean: Leeward Islands & Mexico
21 nightsfrom$82/ntMS Rotterdam
Holland America Cruise Line
21 Night Western & Eastern Caribbean: Mexico & Leeward Islands
Pinnacle Class Class
Pinnacle Class Class groups ships with similar design and onboard features within Holland America. The first ship introduced in this class was MS Koningsdam (2016), followed by MS Nieuw Statendam (2018) and MS Rotterdam (2021).
MS Rotterdam Ship Age
MS Rotterdam entered service in 2021. Across Holland America's active fleet, the average build year is 2008 and across all major active cruise lines the average ship launch year is 2011. Ranked newest-to-oldest, this ship is 1 of 11 (newest ship = rank 1).
Timeline order: newest to oldest
- MS Rotterdam
Current ship
MS Rotterdam Renovations
Latest recorded dry dock / major renovation date: 2024.
Renovation details
Being the newest vessel in the fleet (launched in 2021), the Rotterdam has not required a major structural overhaul. However, it underwent a technical dry dock in mid-2024 to maintain its mechanical systems. The ship is currently the premier venue for the "World Stage" production shows and was among the first to receive the full Starlink hardware suite and the reintroduction of the Travel Guide enrichment program.
MS Rotterdam Ship Size
Length and tonnage across Holland America's fleet
MS Rotterdam measures 975 feet (297 m) (vs Holland America fleet average of 922 ft) and has gross tonnage of 99,863 GT (vs fleet average of 84,029 GT). It ranks 3 of 11 by length and 3 of 11 by tonnage in Holland America's active fleet.
Passenger Capacity & Crew Size
MS Rotterdam vs Holland America fleet averages
MS Rotterdam carries 3,218 passengers (vs Holland America average of 2,157) and has 1,025 crew members onboard (vs fleet average of 863). That puts this ship at a passenger-to-staff ratio of 3.14:1 compared with Holland America's overall 2.50:1 average.
Passenger Capacity
3,218
passengers
Crew Members
1,025
staff members
Passenger to Crew Ratio
3.14 : 1
Holland America Avg
2.50 : 1
MS Rotterdam
Venues & Experiences
Explore dining, bars, activities, and onboard experiences available on MS Rotterdam.
Deck 3cafeGrand Dutch Cafe
Decks 2 & 3main dining roomThe Dining Room
Deck 10quick eatsNew York Deli Pizza
Deck 9specialtyCanaletto
Deck 2specialtyClub Orange Dining Room
Deck 10specialtyNami Sushi
Deck 2specialtyPinnacle Grill
Deck 2specialtyRudi's Sel De Mer
Deck 10specialtyTamarind
Deck Plans
The MS Rotterdam has a total of 12 passenger decks. The lowest level available to guests is Deck 1. The highest passenger deck is Deck 12. Click below to access deck plans for the MS Rotterdam. The resulting page will provide a floor plan and summary of all things to do offered on that level of the ship.
Frequently Asked Questions
MS Rotterdam quick answers covering size, capacity, deck plans, and what to expect onboard.
You will find the MS Rotterdam Casino on Deck 2 of the ship.
You will find the MS Rotterdam buffet on Deck 9 of the ship.
Being the newest vessel in the fleet (launched in 2021), the Rotterdam has not required a major structural overhaul. However, it underwent a technical dry dock in mid-2024 to maintain its mechanical systems. The ship is currently the premier venue for the "World Stage" production shows and was among the first to receive the full Starlink hardware suite and the reintroduction of the Travel Guide enrichment program.
The ship belongs to the Holland America class of ships known as the Pinnacle Class class.
The ship features 10 restaurants, 8 bars, 20 activities, 0 shows and 7 other venues for your enjoyment. You can click on our ship deck plans or details pages for a full list of activities, sorted by feature type.
The MS Rotterdam has a total of 12 passenger decks. The lowest deck is Level 1. The upper most passenger deck is Level 12.
We're often asked how many passengers are on the MS Rotterdam. The ship's capacity is 3,218. When comparing the occupancy to the average Holland America passenger capacity, you'll find that the average ship in the fleet holds 2,157 guests. Feel free to look at our graph above to see where this ship falls in line with all other live Holland America ships.
The MS Rotterdam was built in 2021. Holland America includes 11 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 1999 while the newest ship was built in 2021. The average Holland America ship is 18 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2006
Each of Holland America's ships offers a unique layout with features and activities catered to all. Whether the MS Rotterdam is right for you will depend on your individual preferences. Do you prefer a larger or smaller ship with many or fewer guests? Are you hoping for many family activities or entertainment options for an older clientele. Our deck maps layout and activities list provide a helpful guide to what you'll find on board. Feel free to explore the see if this ship is suited towards your preferences.
From end to end, the MS Rotterdam length equals 975 feet (297 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 11 active vessels in Holland America fleet, measuring 922 feet (281 meters). Please see our size comparison chart above to see how this ship falls in line with all other active ships in the fleet.