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

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

A modern lounge area with seating, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.

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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Stadtkern, 1 mi from Ruhr Museum

Binnur

£89

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A large, multi-story building with a prominent corner tower and a covered outdoor area with glass walls.

A room with a patterned armchair, a table with a lamp, and a view of trees through a glass door.

A hallway with three wall-mounted mirrors, a marble floor, and a small table with a vase and decorative items.

A hallway with marble flooring, wooden doors, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

2. Hotel Das Lola

Ruettenscheid, 1.5 mi from Ruhr Museum

Marion

£123

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

A modern lounge area with blue armchairs, a bar with yellow stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

3. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

Westviertel, 0.7 mi from Ruhr Museum

Adekunle

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern multi-story building with a central courtyard, featuring balconies with green plants and a pathway leading to the entrance.

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

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

4. Flowers Hotel Essen

Westviertel, 0.9 mi from Ruhr Museum

Georgia

£52

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

5. NH Essen

Stadtkern, 1.2 mi from Ruhr Museum

Nice

£61

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern living room with a large TV, wooden shelves, and a fireplace.

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

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

6. Motel One Essen

Stadtkern, 1 mi from Ruhr Museum

Wayne

£63

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with a sink, a kettle, a toaster, and a bread loaf on the counter.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, dining table, chairs, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a bed.

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

Stadtkern, 0.9 mi from Ruhr Museum

STEPHEN

£55

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cheese and meat display with various cheeses, meats, and fruits.

A historic building with a large sign reading "Gasthof zur Margaritenschnecke." It features outdoor seating with umbrellas and a balcony with railings.

A room with a large window, a red sofa, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a checkered floor.

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a dining area with chairs.

8. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

1.3 mi from Ruhr Museum

Bojan

£79

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a glass entrance, a staircase, and a potted plant in the foreground.

A modern reception area with a red seating arrangement, wooden paneling, and a ceiling with a natural light feature.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a vertical wooden panel with integrated lighting.

A modern lounge area with a ceiling light, a wall-mounted green plant, and red seating.

9. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

1.6 mi from Ruhr Museum

Brian

£100

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.

10. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Stadtkern, 0.9 mi from Ruhr Museum

Romina

£54

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

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

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

11. Moxy Essen City

Stadtkern, 1 mi from Ruhr Museum

Regina

£55

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

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

12. Art Hotel Körschen

Stadtkern, 0.7 mi from Ruhr Museum

Jasmin

£64

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

13. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

1.3 mi from Ruhr Museum

Simon

£64

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Sheraton hotel with a modern glass facade, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped courtyard.

A potted plant, a glass of white wine, and a person’s hand on a wooden table.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a round table, and large windows with a view of trees.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

14. Sheraton Essen Hotel

Suedviertel, 0.3 mi from Ruhr Museum

Muhammad

£75

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building entrance with a set of stone steps leading up to a glass door.

A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses, wooden bar counter, and stools.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a round table, and a wooden bookshelf.

15. Trip Inn Living & Suites

Suedviertel, 0.4 mi from Ruhr Museum

Anonymous traveller

£61

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A double bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted picture of a bridge.

A long, narrow hotel corridor with red carpet flooring and doors numbered 134 and 133 on either side.

A metallic door handle with a modern design.

A building with a sign that reads "Jmc dreams hotels".

16. McDreams Hotel Essen-City

Westviertel, 1.5 mi from Ruhr Museum

Sikke

£34

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden chest.

A compact kitchen with a modern design, featuring a black and white patterned chair, a glass-top table, and a blue tiled backsplash.

A modern loft apartment with a dining area, a sofa, a small round table, and a wardrobe.

17. Trip Inn Boutique Rubens Essen

Holsterhausen, 0.7 mi from Ruhr Museum

GLENN

£55

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A breakfast buffet with bread, fruits, and a coffee station.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a curved awning, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden desk with a glass of water and a bottle, a white chair, and a coat rack.

18. Boutique Essen City

Westviertel, 0.9 mi from Ruhr Museum

Andreas

£64

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with a rug.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a potted plant.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

19. Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

Stadtkern, 1 mi from Ruhr Museum

Angela

£51

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

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

20. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Westviertel, 1.1 mi from Ruhr Museum

Liliaan

£51

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Top Ruhr Museum Hotel Reviews

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"

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."

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good staff and location."

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"

Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

10/10 Excellent

"Middle section hotel, next to the art museum, nearby cozy street with restaurants"

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

8/10 Good

"Excellent location right opposite the main train station. Helpful, friendly staff even by German standards. Basic room but more than adequate"

Other attractions near Ruhr Museum

A modern art gallery with large windows, a tiled floor, and several paintings on the walls.

Folkwang Museum

9.2/10 (45 reviews)

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

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A park with a pond, trees, and a fountain.

Stadtgarten

6.0/10 (1 review)

Modern and innovative works of art and a pair of playgrounds grace the grassy patches of the largest and oldest park in central Essen.

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A modern building with a curved facade and a covered entrance.

Aalto-Musiktheater

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a night of opera or ballet in this landmark theater that incorporates contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art acoustics into its design.

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Grugahalle

8.6/10 (87 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Grugahalle on your trip to Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

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International Christmas Market Essen

You can enjoy retail therapy at International Christmas Market Essen during your trip to Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Grillo-Theater

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Grillo-Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Philharmonie Essen

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Philharmonie Essen, a theatre with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

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Red Dot Design Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Red Dot Design Museum in Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ruhr Museum?

Ruhr Museum 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 83 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Ruhr Museum?

Adjacent to Ruhr Museum, Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a bar and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Premier Inn Essen City Centre and Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Ruhr Museum?

Expedia has 83 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ruhr Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ruhr Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Ruhr Museum.

What can I see and do near Ruhr Museum?

Folkwang Museum, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Red Dot Design Museum feature captivating exhibits. Essen Cathedral, Villa Hugel and Old Synagogue are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Aalto-Musiktheater, Grugahalle and Philharmonie Essen.

How can I get to Ruhr Museum?

With so many ways to get around, exploring the area around Ruhr Museum is easy. You can take advantage of metro transport at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn and Bismarckplatz U-Bahn. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Essen Central Station or Essen Central Station (ESZ).

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Our top choices for Ruhr Museum hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

2. Hotel Das Lola

3. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Essen

4. Flowers Hotel Essen

5. NH Essen

6. Motel One Essen

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

8. Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

9. TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen

10. Premier Inn Essen City Centre

11. Moxy Essen City

12. Art Hotel Körschen

13. Webers Hotel im Ruhrturm Essen by Accor

14. Sheraton Essen Hotel

15. Trip Inn Living & Suites

16. McDreams Hotel Essen-City

17. Trip Inn Boutique Rubens Essen

18. Boutique Essen City

19. Limehome Essen Kettwiger Str.

20. Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Top Ruhr Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Essen City

Premier Inn Essen City Limbecker Platz

Flowers Hotel Essen

Premier Inn Essen City Centre

Holiday Inn - the niu, Cobbles Essen by IHG

B&B HOTEL Essen-Hbf

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG

Other attractions near Ruhr Museum

Folkwang Museum

Stadtgarten

Aalto-Musiktheater

Grugahalle

International Christmas Market Essen

Grillo-Theater

Philharmonie Essen

Red Dot Design Museum

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