Mainport Design Hotel

Five stars almost don’t do justice to the luxury of the Mainport Design Hotel. Sitting on the banks of the River Maas, this world-class hotel has design and dining influences from around the globe. And you can arrive in style by water taxi.

Start the day with a breakfast buffet and a glass of bubbly or freshly squeezed orange juice. In the evening, the on-site Restaurant Down Under is a sophisticated choice, with dishes including sashimi and Argentinian steak. If the night’s still young, you can head to the hotel’s terrace bar, which serves exquisite cocktails overlooking the river. 

Luxury also comes in the form of the Spa Haven, which has a panorama sauna with views over the Rotterdam skyline. You can also treat yourself to massages and body treatments, and there’s a well-equipped gym on site, too. All the rooms feel totally indulgent and some even feature a private spa bath and Finnish sauna.

Six? Seven? See how many stars you give the Mainport, once you’ve experienced all it has to offer.