Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Rotterdam
Westerdam
Gross Tonnage
Rotterdam
99,836 GT
Westerdam
82,862 GT
Length
Rotterdam
299 m
Westerdam
285 m
Beam
Rotterdam
35 m
Westerdam
32 m
Passengers
Rotterdam
2,668
Westerdam
1,916
Crew
Rotterdam
1,036
Westerdam
817
Decks
Rotterdam
—
Westerdam
—
Year Built
Rotterdam
2,021
Westerdam
2,004
Space Ratio
Rotterdam
37.4 GT/pax
Westerdam
43.3 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Rotterdam
2.58 :1
Westerdam
2.35 :1
| Specification | Rotterdam | Westerdam |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Class | Pinnacle Class | Vista Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,021Winner | 2,004 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 99,836 GTWinner | 82,862 GT |
| Length | 299 mWinner | 285 m |
| Beam | 35 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,668Winner | 1,916 |
| Crew | 1,036Winner | 817 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 37.4 GT/pax | 43.3 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.58:1 | 2.35:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Netherlands | Netherlands |
| IMO Number | 9741498 | 9221281 |
Rotterdam is the significantly larger vessel at 99,836 GT — 20% more than Westerdam's 82,862 GT. Westerdam offers more personal space with a space ratio of 43.3 GT per passenger versus 37.4. Built in 2021, Rotterdam is 17 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Rotterdam |
| Capacity | Rotterdam |
| Modernity | Rotterdam |
| Service | Westerdam |
| Spaciousness | Westerdam |
Bottom line: Rotterdam wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Rotterdam
Built in 2021 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Westerdam
43 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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32 m |
| Draft | 8.2 mWinner | 8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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