My husband, mom, and I loved our stay in Maarten's apartment. It's an older building, but the apartment has been updated and stylishly furnished. It was super comfortable and outfitted with everything you may need, including an espresso machine. We got a kick out of the multi-colored lights and bluetooth speakers in the bathroom, it was a dance party every time we took a shower :) Probably the best part of each day was sitting on the comfy lounge chairs on the screened-in balcony, sipping coffee, listening to the city waking up and watching the endless streams of folks biking to work. The location is perfect - a short walk to the train station, public transportation, and in a safe neighborhood with tons of restaurants and bars a short walk away. Maarten was an extra-awesome host - he was very responsive to messages, texted with me to coordinate our arrival, and even offered to pick us up at the train station. You should definitely stay here if you get the chance! Also, Rotterdam is amazing, I can't wait to come back.