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The Secret of Hotel New York

Few buildings tell the story of a city as vividly as Hotel New York does for Rotterdam. The Secret of Hotel New York presents the story of an enduring symbol of Rotterdam's ability to reinvent itself.

The history of Hotel New York

Hotel New York tells the story of Rotterdam. This building was constructed in 1901 as the headquarters of the Holland America Line. In the more than 100 years that followed, it has witnessed much: trade, migration, war, decay, and the renewal of the city. The film 'The Secret of Hotel New York' portrays all of this.

From archive to Hotel New York

The film makes extensive use of archival material and interviews. In doing so, you discover the stories of people who worked or lived in the building. You see how Hotel New York transformed from an office building into a squat, and eventually into a hotel. It is a lasting symbol of how Rotterdam continually reinvents itself.

All dates

October 2026
Datum Tijd Locatie Ticketlink CalendarLink
Fri 9 Oct 16:45 LantarenVenster Buy tickets
Sun 11 Oct 12:45 LantarenVenster Buy tickets

A State of Trance will take place again at Ahoy on 26 and 27 February

Armin van Buuren returns to Rotterdam Ahoy with A State of Trance (ASOT) on 26 and 27 February, with two evenings packed with captivating trance, a five-hour set by Armin van Buuren and five stages featuring leading names from across the scene. Weekend tickets go on sale on 3 September....

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A State of Trance will take place again at Ahoy on 26 and 27 February

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