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A modern reception area with a wooden desk, large potted plants, and a mosaic wall.

A modern hotel with a neon sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, a kitchen area, and a bathroom with a mirror.

A modern office space with a large meeting table, several smaller tables, and a kitchen area.

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 0.2 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

JOYCE

£86

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a buffet area featuring various food items and a large screen displaying a hotel interior.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a visible entrance.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and red chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a view.

2. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

Ruettenscheid, 1.7 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

paul

£76

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A buffet area with a variety of food items, a glass display case, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern office building with a sign reading "Four Points Flex."

A bar area with yellow barstools, blue armchairs, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

3. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 0.4 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Adekunle

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a yellow armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with a headboard.

A modern lounge area with green upholstered chairs, a small round table, and a vase with flowers.

A breakfast setting with plates of food, a bowl of fruit, a glass of orange juice, and a sugar dispenser.

A hotel with a red and cream facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is the Hotel Essener Hof.

4. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection® by Best Western

Stadtkern, < 0.1 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

STEPHEN

£56

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, minibar, and a television.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, shelves with plants, and a large wall with gear designs.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a prominent tower, and a view of the sea.

5. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 0.4 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Nice

£61

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern office space with a large wooden table, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern interior with a large window, a brick wall, and a hanging orange light fixture.

A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a counter with bottles and glasses.

A modern lobby with a checkered floor, exposed brick walls, and a large potted plant.

6. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 0.5 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Georgia

£49

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a reflective pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

Two people dining at a table with breakfast items, a painting of a gas station on the wall, and a sign reading "ACCOR".

A reception desk with a digital screen, a green wall, and a large window with a view of a building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a suitcase, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

7. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Suedviertel, 0.7 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Dean

£53

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern interior with a large wall mural, a round table with chairs, and a decorative metal partition.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchair, and a wooden bookshelf.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options including a yellow armchair, a blue armchair, and a pink chair. There are several bookshelves filled with books and decorative items.

A modern building with a grid of windows, a flat roof, and a parking lot with cars.

8. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 0.2 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Wayne

£64

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story building with a pond in front, illuminated windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A patio with a red umbrella, wooden furniture, and a small garden area with a pond.

A garden with a pond, a bench, and a bicycle.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a painting on the wall.

9. Hotel An der Gruga

Ruettenscheid, 1.7 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Richard

£59

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, a bedside table, a wall clock, and a carpeted hallway.

A modern interior with seating, bookshelves, and a bar area.

A modern interior with a long table, chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

10. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 0.1 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Romina

£57

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern bar area with high stools, a long communal table, and a bar counter with bottles.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, and hanging light fixtures.

A modern room with large windows, leather chairs, a small table, and a unique wall light fixture.

A building with a neon sign reading "moosy" and large glass doors leading to an interior with visible furniture and a bench outside.

11. Moxy Essen City

Stadtkern, 0.1 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Regina

£50

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A buffet with various food items and drinks.

A hotel lobby with two blue armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a mirror on the wall.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a bartender, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

12. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Stadtkern, < 0.1 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Zainab Elebaye

£63

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet with various food items, including cereals, nuts, and fruits. There are also bowls and plates for serving.

A reception desk with a sign above it, a computer, and a vase with yellow flowers.

A room with a large abstract painting on the wall, a vase with flowers on a table, and a newspaper.

A hotel sign with the name "HOTEL KÖRSCHEIN" in front of a building with multiple windows and a white facade.

13. Art Hotel Körschen

Stadtkern, 0.2 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Jasmin

£64

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

14. Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen, WorldHotels Elite

Ruettenscheid, 1.6 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Steve

£98

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern lounge area with a seating arrangement, a vending machine, and a wall-mounted plant display.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen displaying a sports game.

A modern interior with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a large window.

15. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Stadtkern, 0.6 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Kaming

£47

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A bakery display with various baked goods and a refrigerated section.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a decorative wall.

A hallway with a geometric patterned carpet, a large lion mural, and a number '316' on the wall.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and various amenities including a shop, lift, water, self-check-in, and photo booth.

16. Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

Holsterhausen, 0.6 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Marcos

£54

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and red chairs, large windows, and a wall-mounted TV.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, seating area, and a TV.

17. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

1.1 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Simon

£65

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

18. Boutique-Hotel Georges

Ruettenscheid, 1.8 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Jose

£102

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern living room with a white coffee table, black leather sofas, and a red patterned wallpaper.

A bed with white and gray pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp and a stack of logs.

A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a framed painting of a bull, and a black speaker.

19. Hotel Stay

Stadtkern, 0.2 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

£81

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel with a modern design, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A bar area with a mirror, various liquor bottles, and glasses.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a visible reception desk.

20. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Westviertel, 0.7 mi from International Christmas Market Essen

Liliaan

£54

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Top International Christmas Market Essen Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Near city center, with parking garage"

Moxy Essen City

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel. Very, very clean and quiet. Great breakfast. Very close to the train station."

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

8/10 Good

"- solid stay - great dining area with lots of natural lighting - delicious breakfast with high quality options - fantastic hot beverage station"

Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

8/10 Good

"All information we needed to check in available in good time, centrally located so easy to get to, a bit loud at times due to location and an event happening during our stay, but earplugs are provided as a bonus. Really quick to respond when we had a faulty appliance"

Flowers Hotel Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location. Staff were lovely. We did have an issue a few times with our card key not working which was a bit annoying. Especially when the front desk was not staffed for 15-20 minutes when we got back to the hotel. However we were offered breakfast as compensation which was a nice..The rooms are huge! And we loved the balcony. Great value overall despite minor glitches. Would definitely book again. Oh and fantastic roof top bar!!!"

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Right overlooking essen hbf so super convenient. Friendly staff with easy check in. Nice and quiet which surprised me considering how close to train station. Well maintained room and property. One of the best premier inns stayed in."

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent budget hotel close to Essen central station"

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

8/10 Good

"Was an ok stay. Will recommend"

FOUR Essen City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Four Essen City Centre was great! Check in was quick and easy. The front desk was very helpful and available for any requests. We will definitely stay here again!"

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Grillo-Theater

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

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Light Castle

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Philharmonie Essen

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Essen Cathedral

8.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Essen Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Dom

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Essen with a stop at Dom. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Stratmanns Theater Europahaus

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Old Synagogue

4.0/10 (1 review)

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You can do some window-shopping at Rathaus Galerie Essen during your trip to Essen.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around International Christmas Market Essen?

International Christmas Market Essen is located in a historic area of Essen that travellers like for its theatre scene and opera houses. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 95 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to International Christmas Market Essen?

Adjacent to International Christmas Market Essen, Premier Inn Essen City Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options close by include Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western and Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to International Christmas Market Essen?

Expedia has 95 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from International Christmas Market Essen.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near International Christmas Market Essen, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near International Christmas Market Essen.

What can I see and do near International Christmas Market Essen?

Study the collections at Folkwang Museum, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site or Red Dot Design Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Villa Hugel, Essen Cathedral and Old Synagogue. You can catch a show at Philharmonie Essen, GOP Variety Theatre Essen and Grugahalle.

How can I get to International Christmas Market Essen?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around International Christmas Market Essen is easy. You can take advantage of metro transport at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn and Bismarckplatz U-Bahn. If you're taking a train into town, Essen Central Station and Essen Central Station (ESZ) are the closest stops to Stadtbezirke I.

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Our top choices for International Christmas Market Essen hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

2. Mintrops Concierge Hotel

3. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

4. Hotel Essener Hof, BW Signature Collection® by Best Western

5. NH Essen

6. Flowers Hotel Essen

7. Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

8. Motel One Essen

9. Hotel An der Gruga

10. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

11. Moxy Essen City

12. Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

13. Art Hotel Körschen

14. Atlantic Congress Hotel Essen, WorldHotels Elite

15. Ramada by Wyndham Essen

16. Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

17. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

18. Boutique-Hotel Georges

19. Hotel Stay

20. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Top International Christmas Market Essen Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Essen

Moxy Essen City

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

Flowers Hotel Essen

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

FOUR Essen City Centre

Other attractions near International Christmas Market Essen

Grillo-Theater

Light Castle

Philharmonie Essen

Essen Cathedral

Dom

Stratmanns Theater Europahaus

Old Synagogue

Rathaus Galerie Essen

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