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Zaandam
From
Vancouver, British Columbia
1 Sailing
Oct 4, 2026
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Zaandam
4.9/5 ⭐Google 600+ Reviews | A+ Better Business Bureau
Overview
Holland America’s ms Zaandam has a musical theme. Onboard you will find guitars signed by Queen, The Rolling Stones and Iggy Pop, along with Bill Clinton’s saxophone.
The atrium features a Baroque Dutch pipe that commands attention. The melodies come to life onboard as you can take in a musical production at the Mondriaan Show Lounge.
And you can sing along to the memorable tunes at the piano bar or even be daring and stand out at karaoke.
The ms Zaandam has so many things to make you sing, from the delicious meals to the refreshing pool.
Quick Facts
Year Built
Refurbished
Wheelchair Accessible
Godmother
Passenger Capacity
Crew
Passenger to Crew Ratio
Deck 9 - Sports Deck
Deck 8 - Lido deck
Deck 7 - Navigation Deck
Deck 6 - Verandah Deck
Deck 5 - Upper Promenade Deck
Deck 4 - Promenade Deck
Deck 3 - Lower Prom Deck
Deck 2 - Main Deck
Deck 1 - Dolphin Deck
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Deck 7Size approx.: 1,296 sq. ft. Bedroom with one king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, mini-bar, refrigerator, guest toilet,floor-to ceiling windo...
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Deck 7Size approx.: 297-379 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, Sitting area, private verandah, mini bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Sleeps up to 3 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeepi...
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Deck 7Size approx.: 297-379 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, Sitting area, private verandah, mini bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Sleeps up to 3 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeepi...
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Deck 7Size approx.: 558-566 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofs bed for 2 persons, mini bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Sleeps...
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Deck 7Size approx.: 558-566 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofs bed for 2 persons, mini bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Sleeps...
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Deck 1Size approx.: 140-319 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed. Bathtub & shower. Sleeps up to 4 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious...
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Deck 2Size approx.: 140-319 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed. Bathtub & shower. Sleeps up to 4 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious...
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Deck 3Size approx.: 140-319 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed. Bathtub & Shower. Sleeps up to 2 guests. All H-category staterooms have partial sea views. All HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. Amen...
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Deck 1Size approx.: 140-319 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed. Bathtub & shower. Sleeps up to 4 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious...
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Deck 2Size approx.: 140-319 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed. Bathtub & shower. Sleeps up to 4 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious...
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Deck 1Size approx.: 182-293 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. 1 sofa bed, Shower. Sleeps up to 4 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious b...
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Deck 1Size approx.: 182-293 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed. 1 sofa bed, Shower. Sleeps up to 4 guests. Amenities: Daily housekeeping. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo. Luxurious b...
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Mar 13, 2019
5 out of 5 stars
Zaandam
The ship was very well-maintained. We loved the size of it. In general the staff was very nice too. We didn't have to wait for things like on the bigger ships. We liked the itinerary (South America). We enjoyed the entertainment and the EXC speakers.
Pros: Smaller ship
Cons: Main dining room food was sometimes not so interesting
Accommodations
5
Activities
4
Entertainment
5
Food
4
Staff
4
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Zaandam
Yes
Feb 25, 2019
5 out of 5 stars
Zaandam
Most enjoyable
Pros: Good size; attentive staff; excellent food; excellent variety of entertainment
Cons: none
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Zaandam
Yes
Jan 12, 2019
5 out of 5 stars
Zaandam
This was a trip of a lifetime. We had great excursions, including ordering private car through HAL twice--great English guides/drivers gave us incredible insight into the local community. Scenery did not disappoint. Some of the ports were small but that gave us variety and we don't love a big city. We ate almost exclusively in the Pinnacle (upcharge for dinner, but breakfast service was free to Neptune Suite). We never ate in the Lido (buffet). Neptune Lounge food was the same every morning/noon/evening--a bit monotonous but you knew what to expect. Concierge was absolutely superb! Handled everything I needed and MORE! Incredible! She really pushed the trip to 5 Star status for us!
Pros: Friendly staff; incredible scenery; outstanding Neptune Suite service and concierge
Cons: Rough waters (got seasick);Older vessel (a bit tired looking); Thermal suite was small
Accommodations
4
Activities
5
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
4
Overall
5
Recommend Zaandam
Yes
Aug 23, 2017
5 out of 5 stars
Zaandam
LOVED Ms. Zandaam! Took the sea/land journey and had an amazing time. Park Rangers on-board presentation exceeded expectations.
Pros: Stateroom attendants, Neptune Lounge concierge, food quality and presentation
Cons: Female shore excursions rep had a bad attitude
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Zaandam
Yes
Feb 3, 2017
5 out of 5 stars
Zaandam
I thought I would see more animals,sea animals and birds than I did. Due to my age and ability I had to be selective on the choices I made at ports. I felt the tours were pretty pricey. I have become used to inclusive cruises so missed that convenience. My stateroom was smaller also than I have had on Crystal and Regent. Too bad the gentlemen hosts have been eliminated. I thought that the big evening shows had been too as the back of the daily listed entertainment in the "lounges." When I discovered the big room entertainment I found the spot lighting sweeping the audience was very annoying. The desserts were very, very good. Breads were good but never warm and the butter was ice hard so spreading was impossible. The pizza in Lido was never hot. I found Lido confusing so did not like eating there. We appreciated the room service. It was excellent. The print was very faint in places on the Navigator and a Gala menu was hard to read. I found using the computer room very frustrating as it was a long series of steps to remember and follow. It had always been simple on other ships and help available in the room. The lectures were very informative. It was hard gathering port info re alternate available shuttles, taxies, vans, etc. or whether town would be available to just walk a bit and return to ship. I wanted to avoid food waste by having small portions. That was difficult. Really appreciated being able to stay in stateroom at debarkation time until our number/color was called. Long periods away from your bathroom is not good! Buying the transfers is a must. Very efficient and inexpensive. The service people were wonderful.
Pros: Many
Cons: Some below
Accommodations
4
Activities
4
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Zaandam
Yes
Jul 5, 2014
5 out of 5 stars
Zaandam
Nice ship and staff, excellent food. Very smooth sailing. Plenty of activities, although our 17 year old did not attend the youth activities (didn't look like there were many older teens aboard). Shore excursions we took were good (Juneau - dog musher's camp, Skagway - White Pass railroad round trip). Took a bus to the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau as well - glacier is really interesting and good visitor's center. We were glad we got a cabin with a window - next time would like to get a balcony. Tracy Arm was beautiful - this was the first sailing of the summer that was able to get into Tracy Arm (too much floating ice earlier in the season).
Pros: Whole trip was good
Cons: None for us; might be slow for teenagers looking for lots of new teenage friends on the ship
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Zaandam
Yes
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