Stayed here overnight on a sunday evening, the hotel looks better on pictures, in reality it's a typical Vander Valk hotel,built with cheap materials and rather unpersonal. The rooms are very spacious with distant views of the river, but again unpersonal and a bit austere, the toilet located in a seperate room next to the bathroom strangely lacks a door.... more

hotel staff all friendly, was ideal for the purpose of my stay, ideal for a relaxing break if you want to take it easy and relax. nothing to do for entertainment. wifi available in rooms, small gym and swimming pool. food is as you would expect in a fancy hotel. more

We have just returned from this hotel for an anniversary night away. My husband had booked us into the honeymoon suite as a surprise. We can't criticise the room for what was in it - it was the small things that weren't there that let it down. There is a jacuzzi in the centre of the living room, a built... more

My husband and I have stayed at this hotel several times over the last 2 years and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We particularly appreciate the views, the spacious comfortable rooms, the excellent restaurant and the swimming pool. more

At first glance this hotel ticks all the right boxes, but having stayed here I found it wasn't all that great. Let me summarize: plus: - Large rooms overlooking the river - nice location - comforatble beds - nice decorations and fine bathroom - free and ample parking minus: - noisy doors - no free internet - rather expensive for... more

Stayed at this hotel in a wet & windy March. Despite being out on it's own on the river bank it's a great place for a break. From the moment you check in you are made to feel a special - all the staff are cheerful, friendly and helpful and, of course, lack of the ability to speak [& understand]... more

Have just spent 4 nights at the Hotel Ara, close to Dordrecht. A good base for visiting Rotterdam, Gouda and Antwerp. Hotel staff were helpful and courteous. Large modern hotel with spacious rooms - the rooms in the front have views over the Oude Mas. Cycle and walking routes signposted near the hotel. Good sized indoor swimming pool and small... more

the ARA hotel is located in a peadeful, relaxing area, and is a good alternative to rotterdam. the staff are very helpful, and attentive, and try to make your stay a positive experience. i found the food very good, and although maybe a little pricey, the generous portions make up for this. the hotel in all respects was immaculate, and... more