You can expect an out of the ordinary stay on Premala's boat. It has a calm and serene atmosphere. In the bad weather the walk along the side of the boat to the back can be a bit tricky, especially for the first time - but once you master it you become confident quite quickly. It is worth it to get to see and stay on this piece of Rotterdam history. I would suggest arrival in daylight would make life easier, but there are some very pretty lights if you have to arrive in the dark.
As we stayed in the captains cabin it was easier to find than if you stay in the main part of the boat. Instructions are very clear and Premala is always on call to help if needed.
The space was large enough for 3 adults to comfortably stay. The kitchen area was extremely well furnished with everything you would need. We easily cooked a meal twice while on board. There was a Spar supermarket very near to the boat for provisions.
The cabin is full of character and has the creaks you would expect on board. It is full of lovely etsy touches. We only wish it had been warmer to take full advantage of staying in this unique Air bnb - we found it far too cold to sit in the wheel house, and didn't even attempt to venture up on the top of the deck where there are lovely sitting areas (which would come into their own in the sunshine). We went in particularly wet and windy weather and it was cold. Asking Premala to light the stove was much welcomed after getting quite wet one day. This made the Captain's cabin even more cozy.
The location is very near the centre and public transport makes travelling round the city very easy - transport is well integrated so changing form bus to metro to tram is no problem. A walk at night time is an essential - especially down to the waters edge where all the bridges and buildings are lit up beautifully in the dark.
Being able to have a look round the rest of the boat was amazing and only added to my desire to stay again in the future. Don't miss out on a stay on Avontuur!
You do get used to the gentle sway of the boat - and it is a very quiet stay to say that it is in the middle of a major city.