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Flowers Hotel Essen

Flowers Hotel Essen

Frohnhauser Str. 55, Essen
The price is AU$95 per night
AU$95
per night
19 May - 20 May
0.76 km from city centre
Flowers Hotel Essen: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Located in the business district.
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Select Hotel Handelshof Essen

Select Hotel Handelshof Essen

4 out of 5
Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Essen, NW
The price is AU$114 per night
AU$114
per night
19 May - 20 May
0.49 km from city centre
Select Hotel Handelshof Essen: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Located near a train station.
Free cancellation
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Moxy Essen City

Moxy Essen City

GILDEHOFSTRASSE 10, Essen
The price is AU$103 per night
AU$103
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
0.43 km from city centre
Moxy Essen City: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Located near a metro station.
Pet-friendly
Breakfast available
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

4 out of 5
AM HANDELSHOF,5, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia
The price is AU$122 per night
AU$122
per night
20 May - 21 May
0.49 km from city centre
Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Located in a shopping district.
Pet-friendly
Breakfast available
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
NH Essen

NH Essen

4 out of 5
Am Porscheplatz 9, Essen
The price is AU$113 per night
AU$113
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
0.23 km from city centre
NH Essen: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Guests love the helpful staff!
Free cancellation
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GHOTEL hotel & living Essen

GHOTEL hotel & living Essen

3 out of 5
Hachestrasse 63, Essen
The price is AU$115 per night
AU$115
per night
19 May - 20 May
0.85 km from city centre
GHOTEL hotel & living Essen: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Located near a train station.
Pet-friendly
Breakfast available
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
McDreams Hotel Essen-City

McDreams Hotel Essen-City

Altendorfer Str. 220, Essen
The price is AU$75 per night
AU$75
per night
16 May - 17 May
1.89 km from city centre
McDreams Hotel Essen-City: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and breakfast.
Pet-friendly
Breakfast available
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City

Gildehofstraße 10, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia
The price is AU$130 per night
AU$130
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
0.41 km from city centre
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and breakfast. Located in a shopping district.
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
the niu Cobbles

the niu Cobbles

Friedrichstraße 43, Essen, NW
The price is AU$104 per night
AU$104
per night
20 May - 21 May
1.25 km from city centre
The niu Cobbles: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Located near a train station.
Free cancellation
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Good Morning Gelsenkirchen City

Good Morning Gelsenkirchen City

Bahnhofsvorplatz 12, Gelsenkirchen, NW
The price is AU$95 per night from May 26 to May 27
AU$95
per night
26 May - 27 May

Accommodation In Essen

If you are wondering if your budget will stretch to a North Rhine-Westphalia escape, breathe easy! There's a heap of hip hotel and apartment choices in Essen. When work gets boring, check out the 48 hotel choices, all of which can be found within a 10-kilometre radius of the heart of the action.

Travellers looking for a great place to stay close to the centre of Essen should check out the ibis Essen and Hotel Stay.

The only neighbourhood within 10 kilometres of the center of Essen is Muelheim an der Ruhr, so make sure you take a gander at the selection of 13 hotels on offer. Boutique Hotel Villa am Ruhrufer Golf & Spa and Best Western Hotel Im Forum Muelheim are examples of some options in the locality, that are worth investigating.

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Passionate art lovers will be excited by the engaging collections displayed at Folkwang Museum. If you're intrigued by this attraction and would like to spend a few nights in it's vicinity, check out IntercityHotel Essen and Welcome Hotel Essen. Beyond the doors of Old Synagogue are a wealth of interesting stories of days gone by. You can visit this site whenever you like, especially if you stay at TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen and TOP CityLine Hotel Essener Hof Essen.

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If you're travelling on a budget, you will be delighted to discover that there is a healthy range of cheaper rooms and apartments in the vicinity of Essen. The ACHAT Premium Dortmund/Bochum and the Motel One Essen are a couple of Wotif's most sought after options. The Hotel Palla Garni and the Stadt-Hotel Gladbeck are amongst the other lower priced places worth investigating.

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For some alternatives, try the RED and the Breidenbacher Hof, a Capella Hotel. They are 30 kilometres and 30 kilometres respectively from the main center. Wotif also suggests the InterContinental Düsseldorf and the Hotel Indigo Düsseldorf - Victoriaplatz. The first is 30 kilometres away from the city, while the other is 30 kilometres away.

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Attractions and Hotels Near Essen

After you've explored all the sights in Essen, ensure you allow time to explore Ruhr's other cultural and scenic delights. Enjoy Ruhr's forests. Or, go to the area's ruins. In this part of Germany, energetic types may also try mountain biking, hiking and cycling.

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If you'd like to go to some nearby localities, think about Gevelsberg and Moers. Head 25 kilometres to the southeast of Essen and you'll discover Gevelsberg. That said, Moers is 25 kilometres to the west. Gevelsberg hotels include the Hotel Alte Redaktion and Fritz am Brunnen. The Hotel Dampfmühle and Hotel Moers Van Der Valk are some of the choices in Moers.

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If you're transiting into or out of Duesseldorf International Airport and plan to stay nearby, check out the latest deals at the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Düsseldorf or the Tulip Inn Düsseldorf Arena.

Essen hotels essential information

Accommodation
810 hotels
Lowest Price
AU$75
Highest Price
AU$130
Popular hotels
Flowers Hotel Essen, Select Hotel Handelshof Essen, Moxy Essen City, Essener Hof Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western, NH Essen, GHOTEL hotel & living Essen, McDreams Hotel Essen-City, Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City, the niu Cobbles

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Essen?
Located in Essen and with conveniences like fitness facilities and blackout curtains, Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City is a retreat Wotif travellers are utterly smitten with. Also securing a top spot on the list of best hotels in Essen is TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen. Catch your z’s here and you’ll be near leading sights like Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Seaside Beach Baldeney. Ready for an amazing adventure in Essen? Let Wotif connect you with an awesome place at a price that can’t be beaten.
How many days should I spend in Essen?
That’s like asking how you want your steak done — it’s all about personal preference. To give you a rough idea though, most visitors spend 3 days exploring this vibrant destination. Whether it’s a day or two or a week or two, our Essen hotel deals will help make your holiday an incredible one.
Where should a first-time tourist stay in Essen?
Put Stadtbezirke I on your shortlist. You’ll be in a brand-new city full of adventure and excitement, so it makes sense to plant yourself in one of the most popular areas and near highlights like Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Grugahalle. Some of the top Essen hotels can also be found in this part of town, including TOP EMBRACE Hotel Franz Essen and GHOTEL hotel & living Essen.
How much does an Essen hotel cost?
Essen hotel prices vary according to when you travel and just how swanky you like your digs. To find AU$75 cheap accommodation in Essen, enter your details, click search, then filter your results by budget, amenities, property class and more. Want another cost-saving tip? Avoid booking during the peak season months of May, July and October, when rates are typically higher. Your inner bargain hunter will thank you for it.
How do I get a cheap hotel in Essen?
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  • Midweek stays help keep the budget in check: Cheaper rates are typically offered between Mondays and Thursdays.
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  • Ditch the crowds: And save a motza at the same time by going to Essen during the low season. Pick up great rates in December, January and February.
  • Sort results by the lowest price: Once you’ve narrowed down what you’re after with our filters, sort by the lowest price to find all the sweet deals.

Can I find luxury accommodation in Essen?
Use the “Property class” filter to easily discover the fanciest digs. Ditch those trusty double pluggers and get set to step into the lap of one of these Essen luxury accommodation options:


Which hotels in Essen are family-friendly?
At Wotif, we’ve got a heap of family accommodation in Essen that deliver non-stop holiday vibes alongside perks and amenities like arcades, swimming pools and outdoor play areas. Discover getaways that’ll amaze your tiny travellers with our “Family friendly” filter, or try these on for size:


What is the best area to stay in Essen?
The Stadtbezirke I neighbourhood is a favourite among travellers. Whether you’re experiencing the shopping or making the most of the dining and festivals, it’s a great spot to book an Essen hotel. After more superb options where the getaway vibes will kick in quick? Use our “View map” to browse for Essen accommodation in different locations around this exciting destination, like Stadtkern and Gelsenkirchen-Mitte.

New reviews! Best hotels in Essen

NH Essen
Wotif Verified Review
5 / 5
Mohammed was very helpful and polite. The fact that he could speak English was a plus. He also ordered a taxi for is in a jiffy. Great service. Only wish there were facial bar soaps provided and not just hand wash. Please give Mohamed a bonus or promotion.
A verified traveller from Gaithersburg stayed at NH Essen
Posted 2 months ago
NH Essen

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