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Your Essen Holiday

Reserve an Essen holiday package and get ready to experience the highlights of this city. Consider staying in the neighbourhood of Duisburg Mitte, which is great for bars and pubs, history and nightlife. Ready to get out and explore? Westfield Centro, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Seaside Beach Baldeney are just a few of the leading places to visit during your trip to Essen. Expedia will help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your holiday to Essen to suit your travel style, whatever that may look like.

The Latest Essen Holiday Deals

Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Steigenberger Icon Parkhotel

Steigenberger Icon Parkhotel

5 out of 5
Stadtmitte
per person
6 Jun - 9 Jun
Return flight included
London (LON) to Düsseldorf (DUS)
9/10 Wonderful! (582 reviews)
Top rate Hotel, staff are polite and friendly, would definitely go back.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2024

Parkhotel Wittekindshof Dortmund

Parkhotel Wittekindshof Dortmund

4 out of 5
Innenstadt-Ost
per person
15 Jun - 19 Jun
Return flight included
Manchester (MAN) to Dortmund (DTM)
8.8/10 Excellent! (99 reviews)
The hotel was excellent staff could not be more helpful we have a great stay in the hotel thanks Ian edwards

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2019

Hotel Villa Sophia

Hotel Villa Sophia

4 out of 5
per person
17 Jun - 21 Jun
Return flight included
Birmingham (BHX) to Dortmund (DTM)
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
Breidenbacher Hof

Breidenbacher Hof

5 out of 5
Stadtmitte
per person
14 Jun - 17 Jun
Return flight included
Birmingham (BHX) to Düsseldorf (DUS)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (426 reviews)
Probably the best hotel in Germany, and among the best in the world. Outstanding service, amenities, location, price / value, amazing lobby lounge, spacious rooms and bathrooms, great floor plans, thoughtful interior touches, excellence throughout.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2024

Hotel am Mühlenteich

Hotel am Mühlenteich

4 out of 5
per person
15 Jun - 19 Jun
Return flight included
Manchester (MAN) to Düsseldorf (DUS)
8/10 Very Good! (59 reviews)
Hotel was OK, no TV Chanel’s work, breakfast very basic

Reviewed on 30 Sep 2023

Hotel Stadt München

Hotel Stadt München

4 out of 5
Stadtbezirk 3
per person
14 Jun - 17 Jun
Return flight included
Birmingham (BHX) to Düsseldorf (DUS)
8.4/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
Comfortable room, very convenient

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2024

Essen Essential Information

Language
German
Currency
Euros
Local Welcome
Guten TagServus
Local Goodbye
Tschüss
Closest Airport
Duesseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS)
Population
593,100
Max Temp Winter
4ºC
Max Temp Summer
24ºC
Top Sights
Duisburg Zoo, Seaside Beach Baldeney and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen

Our guide on where to stay in Essen

Check out a few of the areas and neighbourhoods we love in Essen Learn more about Essen
Essen

Stadtbezirke I

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While you're in Stadtbezirke I, take in top sights like Philharmonie Essen or Colosseum Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn.

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Our pick of the best Essen Hotel Deals

Flowers Hotel Essen
Flowers Hotel Essen
Frohnhauser Str. 55, Essen
Stay at this hotel in Essen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)
"The location was very convenient and close to city center and shopping areas Walking distance to train station and old town Spacious room and comfortable"

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2024

Flowers Hotel Essen
Select Hotel Handelshof Essen
Select Hotel Handelshof Essen
Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Essen, NW
Stay at this hotel in Essen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Awesome! Great location to the train station and Christmas market. Grest rooms and great staff."

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2023

Select Hotel Handelshof Essen
Moxy Essen City
Moxy Essen City
GILDEHOFSTRASSE 10, Essen
Stay at this hotel in Essen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast in their reviews. Popular attractions Zollverein ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)
"Great modern clean hotel with best reception staff! Easy access to"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2023

Moxy Essen City
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Frequently asked questions

Why should I book my Essen holiday with Expedia?
With top-value airfares, accommodation and car hire choices all in one place, Expedia makes planning your Essen break a cinch. Plus, we can help you bundle your bookings into a package holiday so you can enjoy even more savings. Pick from awesome properties, add your flights and/or a hire car (and maybe also some fun tours and activities!) and land incredible prices. Need to change your plans? Expedia offers a flexible cancellation policy for many bookings. To learn more, head over to our Customer Service Portal link.
When is the best time of year to holiday in Essen?
If you love the excitement that comes with peak season, head to Essen in May, July and October. Travelling during the quieter months of December, January and February will help you skip the crowds. With average daytime temperatures of 2ºC, January is the coolest month in Essen. The warmest month is July, when you can expect average temperatures of 19ºC during the day. Whatever the weather, you’ll find plenty of things to keep you occupied here.
What are the top hotels for my holiday in Essen?
Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen and Select Hotel Handelshof Essen are among the best picks in the Stadtbezirke I neighbourhood. If you want to stay in the Stadtbezirke II area, book a room at Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen or Holiday Inn Essen - City Centre, an IHG Hotel.
How do I get a cheap holiday to Essen?
One of the simplest ways to save money (and time) is to combine your bookings with Expedia. Flights, hire cars, hotels and activities — we’ve got them all. Choose a combination that best fits you and see your savings grow. We know holidays are never one-size-fits-all. That’s why we offer more than 400 air carriers and 321,000 properties worldwide, so you can customise your Essen holiday your way. Learn more about how you can save money on your next holiday when you combine your flight and hotel bookings with Expedia.
What should I do on my Essen holiday?
Make sure your next holiday in Essen is an unforgettable one by exploring its leading attractions. Westfield Centro, Messe Essen, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Rudolf Weber-Arena are just some of the things we recommend seeing while you’re in the area.
What is the best area to stay in when on holiday in Essen?
A getaway in Essen wouldn’t be complete without paying a visit to Movie Park Germany. Why not book a stay close to this much-loved tourist attraction?
Do I need a visa for my Essen holiday?
Official government websites have all the information you need on visa requirements, application procedures and any supporting documentation. Your nationality and reason for your visit, whether it be for work or holidays, will determine if you’ll need a visa for Essen. Also ensure your passport is up to date and has a minimum of six months validity remaining after your return date. Do all your travel planning ahead of time to avoid any last-minute surprises.
What should I wear on my Essen holiday?
Do some research into the types of things people in Essen wear, and maybe even check out social media fashion pages for inspiration. You’ll want to create a versatile wardrobe with pieces that work for your destination and showcase your unique sense of style. Be sure to look at the weather forecast so you can pack appropriately. The warmest time of year in Essen is July, with average daytime temperatures of 19ºC. If you’re travelling in the coolest month of January, the mercury averages 2ºC during the day.
What does an Expedia Essen holiday include?
Hotels, flights and hire cars — we have them covered. With Expedia, you can shape your Essen package however you want. All you have to do is work out what you need. Once you’ve made your booking, why not add extras like experiences and activities? The more you bundle, the greater your savings! Discover an excellent range of property types and choose one that matches the size of your group. The most sought-after rentals here are apartments and hotels. With Expedia, you can easily design your Essen escape any way you want.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Essen holidays?
Your bank balance shouldn’t stop you from going on holiday, so Expedia has devised a solution to help. Now that we’ve joined forces with online lender Klarna, it’s easier than ever to book your dream getaway without making a dent in your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options during the checkout process that take the stress out of budgeting for your escape. Consider one of these flexible payment options:

  • Pay monthly holidays: If paying small amounts each month works for you, Klarna offers just that! Paying in several transactions will make your getaway dreams come true.
  • No-deposit holidays: Hitting the “book now” button is much easier with this payment plan. With no upfront fee for your getaway, you can Book Now, Pay Later and start packing your bags.

Can I choose my airline with an Essen Expedia holiday?
The choice is all yours! Expedia has access to more than 400 airlines throughout the world, so you can customise your Essen trip according to your style and budget.

Discover the most popular places to visit in Essen

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Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

5/5(4 reviews)

Explore a complex described as the most beautiful coal mine in the world to find captivating museums and learn about Essen’s fascinating industrial heritage.

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site
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Red Dot Design Museum

First-rate contemporary design is the theme that unites the exhibits on display at this museum, which is housed within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Red Dot Design Museum
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Folkwang Museum

Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.

Folkwang Museum

Unmissable things to do in Essen

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Essen: Segway Tour Along the Baldeneysee

£68
Per adult
Essen: Segway Tour Along the Baldeneysee
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