Hotel Cafe The Windmill

Hotels
6.6 (259 reviews)
Vlaardingerdijk 1 , Schiedam , nl

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Bar
Billiards
Darts
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Lack of basic amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.06
Several reviews noted unclean rooms and shared bathroom issues.
Service
8.03
Mixed reviews, but generally noted helpful or friendly staff.
Location
8.57
Convenient location with good access to the city.
Room Quality
5.52
Issues with decor, upkeep, and amenities in rooms.
Amenities
5.55
Lack of basic amenities like soap, and shared facilities were a concern.
Value for Money
7.51
Affordable pricing makes it reasonable for short stays.
Food and Beverage
6.06
No breakfast options available, which disappointed some guests.
Overall Experience
6.53
A mix of good and bad, meeting basic expectations for budget travelers.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 21:45

Property Description

Charming Hotel Cafe The Windmill in Schiedam

Terrace, Allergy-Free Rooms, and Free WiFi
Hotel Cafe The Windmill offers a cozy terrace for guests to unwind, allergy-free rooms for a comfortable stay, and free WiFi to stay connected.

Entertainment Options
Guests can enjoy playing billiards and darts at the hotel, adding a touch of fun to their stay.

Convenient Location
With Diergaarde Blijdorp and Plaswijckpark nearby, and attractions like Ahoy Rotterdam and TU Delft within reach, Hotel Cafe The Windmill is the perfect choice for your stay in Schiedam.

Experience comfort and entertainment at Hotel Cafe The Windmill. Book now for a delightful stay!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 259 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.06
Service: 8.03
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 5.52
Amenities: 5.55
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 6.06
Overall Experience: 6.53
M
Martina solo_traveller gb
7
Admired the windmill
Pros:

Loved the balcony, view of operating windmill and private bathroom. I believe the room also had a small fridge and tea/coffee making facilities (kettle) which I liked. I liked the surroundings of this hotel as it reminded me of old Rotterdam.

Cons:

The shared toilet had to be reached across the landing, and the steps on first floor were kind of steep and narrow to climb with a suitcase. But staff extremely friendly and helpful. Would like to go again.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Annika solo_traveller nl
8
Pros:

Super ontspannen plek met prachtig uitzicht op de molen, en de ontvangst is onwijs sympathiek!

Cons:

De badkamer kan wel een keer een grondige schoonmaak gebruiken.

Veel van de zaken en hoekjes zijn toch een beetje afgeleefd, maar ik vind dat eigenlijk ook wel weer charmant.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
M
Matej couple sk
2
You get what you pay for, in this case even less...
Pros:

Free Wifi, close to Schiedam Centrum and public transport.

Cons:

Dirty beds with smelly sheets. After telling management, they changed them, but damn, they clearly hadn't been changed after the last person, even though everything was nicely folded and prepared for the next guest. Gross. The shared bathroom is disgusting, and the ladies' toilet is even worse, with used pads left behind. During the night, the entrance door was left unlocked and couldn't be locked, so I'm sure some people from the street are coming to use the toilet. The bathroom is literally just a hose and four walls, with no sanitary products provided. The ashtray on the balcony was full to the rim and spilled everywhere. I'm honestly surprised this accommodation is even allowed to operate in the Netherlands.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
M
Ms solo_traveller nl
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Laura family_with_children hu
2
Nem jó szállás
Pros:

Olcso volt többihez képest, központi helyen volt

Cons:

Azt írták van Wc, közben csak közös volt. Mocsok volt a szobába, tele hajjal, kosszal a föld. Az ágynemű is koszos volt a zuhanyfüggöny kritikán aluli. Konnektorok fele nem működött, hűtő nem működött. Wifihez nem volt hozzàférés. Kicsekkolásról nem kaptunk infót

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
K
Karel solo_traveller nl
6
Pros:

Geen ontbijt genuttigd.
Er was een balkonnetje

Cons:

Aangebroken blikjes en pakjes in de koelkast.
Laatste dag zag ik dat er haren van een eerdere bewoner op het onderlaken lagen.
Vloer was ook niet schoon. Kortom, hygiëne was slecht

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
S
slava solo_traveller nl
7
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
K
Kent solo_traveller dk
2
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
S
Steve solo_traveller th
7
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
B
Beemsterboer solo_traveller nl
8
Mooi verblijf voor een passende blijf en vriendelijk personeel
Pros:

Pilsje drinken in het cafe

Cons:

Uitzicht achterzijde wat minder.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
O
Oliver solo_traveller fr
2
Uncomfortable
Pros:

Location is very good

Cons:

The hotel is not clean, the are no workers to clean the rooms for usage by the next person. Staff did not show concern for my little needs. A shared washroom that is not kept clean. Access to the entrance of the facility is not restricted which makes it unsafe.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
M
Mohamed Ali couple gb
2
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
J
Jorge couple es
4
Ben ubicat i ple de merda
Pros:

Res

Cons:

Brut, vell, restes dels anteriors inquilins (pels, ungles, mosquits morts ensangrentats, pels pubics, ...)

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
A
Annalisa solo_traveller vn
6
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
G
Gerard couple au
7
Pros:

Great location .. close to the canals and shops nearby . Great atmosphere in the pub below ..

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
G
Gianluca solo_traveller it
4
Esperienza avvilente
Pros:

Camera grande con vista interessante. Posizione al limite del centro storico di Schiedam.
Almeno gli asciugamani sembravano puliti.

Cons:

Accolto col tipico calore nordico (vattene, non è orario, le stanze non sono pulite), riesco a depositare i bagagli per tornare all'orario ufficiale di check-in. Le regole prima di tutto da queste parti.
Quello che trovo sono letti appena rassettati con lenzuola "pelose" di certo non fresche di lavatrice, lavabo macchiato di sapone e dentifricio altrui. Bollitore incrostato di calcare e, anche ad avere il coraggio di usarlo, nessuna tazza a disposizione . Ragnatele. Regole base dell'igiene: totalmente ignorate.
Traffico intenso. Pareti sottili per sentire a tarda sera i vostri vicini che si intrattengono con video divertenti (per loro).

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Andreas solo_traveller de
1
Einfach nur schlecht
Pros:

Nichts

Cons:

Schmutziges Zimmer Haare im Abfluss Schimmel im Zimmer kein Parkplatz wie beschrieben 30 min Parkplatzsuche

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
S
Sjoerd couple nl
3
Niet prettig
Pros:

Niks

Cons:

Alles

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
R
Ricardo solo_traveller br
3
Cheap but filthy
Pros:

Cheap, close to a train station and supermarket.

Cons:

FILTHY! The floor of the room was absolutely filthy, I found a broom in a nearby service room and cleaned it myself (aftermath on the picture). There were strands of hair under the sheets. Plenty of mold growing in the bathroom. No body/hair soap in the shower and no cups in the room. Power outlet close to the beds did not work. Leaving the windows open during the day is guaranteed to leave the room stinking of cigars thanks to the bar on the first floor. Toilet in the corridor was incredibly tight.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
M
Mike solo_traveller nl
7
2026-06-05 via Nuitee