The Usual, Rotterdam

On to Rotterdam, the most beautiful rotten city there is! And indeed to TheUsual. In the middle of the Westblaak is a former office building transformed into a design hotel. Still stately and modern on the outside, but equipped with all hotel amenities on the inside Always in style with ATF!. Think of a gorgeous lobby, bar and restaurant. Natural materials like cork are everywhere, and every space is bathed in natural light – just the way we like it!

But The Usual is more than just a pretty face. Everything here is about green, greener, greenest: completely gas-free, green energy, water-saving technology, and they even have birdhouses and insect hotels. For every direct booking, The Usual funds the removal of 1 kilo of plastic waste from rivers, in partnership with Clear Rivers. In addition, for every night you stay, they donate 100 liters of clean drinking water to communities in Nepal through the Made Blue Foundation. Maximum enjoyment with a minimal footprint. And all in the heart of Rotterdam.

And for the locals among us: The Usual is not only a hotel, but also a place where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner, enjoy delicious cocktails, or work in the free co-working space. Meeting rooms are also available for rent for inspiring brainstorming sessions, including mindfulness team-building classes, at The Mindgym.

At The Usual they regularly have great seasonal deals, you can find them all here.

Location, location, location

Here you are just around the corner from the lively Witte de Withstraat, the hospitality street of Rotterdam. Walk (or cycle) a little further and you will soon be in the museum district, where you can, among other things, Boijmans Van Beuningen depot finds: a gem inside and out.

But back to the hospitality industry, because there is more! Here are some nice tips around The Usual that are definitely worth it. Jordy's Bakery with freshly baked bread and other pastriesFor brunch go to Nice, where you can enjoy the best coffee and sandwiches (tip: get the chicken sandwich). Of course, you can have lunch at the all-time favorite and also the most popular kid in the class, Restaurant RotondeFor a chic evening experience, head to Restaurant Heroine. But choose for Soju Bar if you're looking for something more low-key, this one is all about chicken and beer, with a hip Korean sauce on top (tip: do NOT order the extremely spicy Soju Go To Hell, unless you want to cry in panic at the table). Finally, end the evening at Spiky, a speakeasy bar where the cocktails have a roaring twenties vibe.

Take a look at the Barts Best of Rotterdam list or for Rotterdam eguide is always a good idea.

The eye wants something too

The former office building has a typical Rotterdam exterior. Stately in a modern way, with lots of windows. Lots of windows. We like! Because windows mean light. In addition to the light, hotel The Usual brings its style to life with cork, earth tones, and here and there a pop of colour. It is a mix of stylish minimalism and vibrant accents that give this hotel that extra bit of flair.

Rooms

The choice is huge at The Usual, and each room type has its own charm. Here are the highlights: the Usual, Studio, Triple, and the Pods.

Let's start with the usual, you guessed it, a standard double room. This is a standard double room, but in the Usuals way: stylish, comfortable, and with all the amenities you need to feel right at home. Then the StudioThis room is just a tad more spacious and comes with a sofa bed which is perfect if you want that little bit of extra space for a guest. The Triple, our personal favorite, with a cozy and practical loft-like bunk bed. Ideal for small families. And finally, the Pods. Featuring bunk beds and a futuristic design, these capsules are perfect for the budget-conscious traveler or larger groups looking to bunk together without breaking the bank.

Keffers and Kroost

At The Usual it's simple: yes to the brood and yes to the yappers! Everyone and everything is welcome.