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Top 10 Essen hotels and places to stay

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (304)
"Fun vibe..nice staff"
The price is £45
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Would be good to have a water heater with some tea and coffee in the room..."
The price is £47
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (731)
"Staff was very helpful and friendly. Near the main train station and other local stations. "
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Ramada by Wyndham Essen

GHOTEL hotel & living Essen

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (578)
"I love the whole hotel great experience "
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
GHOTEL hotel & living Essen

NH Essen

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (400)
"Central location (but surrounding area not very welcoming), nice room layout, friendly service, parking (basement but limited spaces)."
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
NH Essen

Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (672)
"This hotel is clean, very friendly customer service and breakfast was 5/5!"
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

theAmbassador Hotel I Essen City

7.4 out of 10, Good, (462)
"Overall, pretty clean. I would stay here again for how convenient the location was and how great the front desk staff were. "
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
theAmbassador Hotel I Essen City

Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (43)
"I stayed a week and at first was a little shocked when I arrived since it was not your traditional hotel. Except for the cleaning staff, there is no physical person on sight. Except for a grocery store, there was no access to restaurants or food. There was a microwave and fridge which I used or eating breakfast or dinner was put of the question. I felt like i was back in college. There was no blow drier or iron like in tradiotional hotels and very little hotel soap or shampoo. But, once I got...
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Petul Apart Hotel Residenz

McDreams Hotel Essen-City

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (481)
"Very nice stay"
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
McDreams Hotel Essen-City

Motel One Essen

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (337)
"Room was clean and tidy. Even though there was construction around there was not a noise issue when I was there. Breakfast was typical Continental Style with cold cuts yogurt cereal but there was no hot options such as eggs or sausages. Nothing special but adequate. Overall, I would definitely stay here again"
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Motel One Essen

Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (333)
"Excellent "
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen

Flowers Hotel Essen

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (379)
"Clean and fresh. The staffs are really helpful. And the cleaning staff are really good "
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Flowers Hotel Essen

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (408)
"The staff that l meant was fantastic. I got a beautiful suite for just small amount. I will definitely book that hotel again."
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (152)
"Great stop with an EV charger. Would recommend"
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

Boutique Essen City

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (278)
"Ideal location near city centre and main stations. Yet tucked away off the main track. Everything about it was good. "
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Boutique Essen City

Hotel Stay

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (93)
"Good location for a short stay. The hotel was walking distance to the train station and downtown. "
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Hotel Stay

Trip Inn Boutique Rubens Essen

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49)
"really good bathroom, lovely shower and flashy toilet"
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Trip Inn Boutique Rubens Essen

Garner Hotel Essen - Messe by IHG

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (84)
"The property is the former drab Hotel AROSA. The rooms are updated in a homey Nordic flair decoration. I did not opt for an in-house breakfast, as there are many places in the neighborhood that open earlier. I got basic but comfortable accommodation at a good price. I’d stay there again."
The price is £44
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Garner Hotel Essen - Messe by IHG

Hotel Maximilians

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (85)
"Great service, comfortable. Highly recommend it!"
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Hotel Maximilians

Art Hotel Körschen

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (170)
"Room was quiet. Shower good and hot. Hotel manager was great. Not far from Central Train Station. Only issue is there are no bars close and not many restaurants within a 10 minute walk but if you walked 10-15 minutes there were a fair few options"
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Art Hotel Körschen
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Essen?

Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other top choices based on reviews include Hotel Landhaus Knappmann and Schlosshotel Hugenpoet. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Essen.

  

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Essen has to offer?

Vacations at the Kerschenhof with goats, sheep and llamas: This holiday home rental outside of Essen is located on a lake, and has a garden, a selection of books and cable TV to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Essen.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essen, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Essen.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Essen?

Based on reviews, Flowers Hotel Essen is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Other options to stay on the cheap include Pott Hostel and LaOla Living - Hostel. View all budget hotels in Essen.

What's the best family accommodation in Essen?

McDreams Hotel Essen-City is a hotel with free WiFi and soundproofed rooms, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options to stay with the children include Ramada by Wyndham Essen and GHOTEL hotel & living Essen. Also, attractions such as Ruhr Museum and Ruhr Museum are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Essen.

What's the best hotel for a romantic getaway to Essen?

Schlosshotel Hugenpoet is a favourite 5-star hotel for couples, and features in-room massages and wedding services. See all romantic hotels in Essen.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Essen?

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free Wi-Fi and a snack bar/deli. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG and Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western are other good options for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Essen.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Essen?

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a restaurant along with free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG and McDreams Hotel Essen-City. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Essen.

What's the best hotel for a beach holiday in Essen?

Parkhaus Hügel is a top 3.5-star beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 12-minute walk of Seaside Beach Baldeney . Hotel Waldhaus Langenbrahm is another good choice for your stay near the beach. See more stays near the beach in Essen.

What's the best luxury hotel in Essen?

Schlosshotel Hugenpoet is a luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and free valet parking, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Essen.

What's the best boutique accommodation in Essen?

Schlosshotel Hugenpoet is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 36 guestrooms, 2 restaurants and free valet parking. If you want to stay at a boutique hotel, you might also want to look at Boutique-Hotel Georges. See all boutique hotels in Essen.

What's the best accommodation for a golf trip to Essen?

Schlosshotel Hugenpoet is a top hotel that has an adjacent golf course and features free WiFi. Another good choice is Hotel Rathaus 1910 if you'd like to be close to a golf course while in town. You can tee off at Golfclub Essen-Heidhausen e. V. during your trip. See more golf hotels in Essen.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Essen?

Hotel Bredeney: Hotel located near Messe Essen. Features 2 restaurants, an indoor pool and a full-service spa. View all hotels with pools in Essen.

What is the best spa hotel in Essen?

Hotel Bredeney is a top spa hotel featuring a fitness centre, a bar and an indoor pool. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you’ll find massage treatments. Other popular spa hotels in Essen include Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen and Mintrops Land Hotel Burgaltendorf. See all spa hotels in Essen.

What's it like to stay in Essen?

Visitors give high marks for the shopping in Essen, which is also known for its theatres and live music. This cultural city also attracts tourists with its sporting events. In Essen, there are 361 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Essen.

What is there to see in Essen?

Cultural venues include Philharmonie Essen, Folkwang Museum and Grugahalle. Landmarks like Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site, Essen Cathedral and Old Synagogue might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Grugapark Botanical Garden, Seaside Beach Baldeney and Baldeneysee. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Essen guide.

How can I get around Essen?

You can walk to nearby metro stations including Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn and Bismarckplatz U-Bahn. If you want to see more of the area, hop on a train from Essen Central Station, Essen Central Station (ESZ) or Essen-Kray Süd Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Essen for your journey.

What's the weather like in Essen?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Essen is 874 mm.