Hotels in Essen, Germany

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Discover well-known properties in Essen that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 490 hotels in Essen and price data was last updated on 29 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Essen is £66/night.
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Hachestrasse 10, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
IntercityHotel Essen is a modern setting when in Essen and is close to everything the area has to offer. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, meeting rooms and a rooftop terrace.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
6 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
Am Porscheplatz 9, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Steps from the Old Synagogue, NH Essen is situated in Essen and provides comfortable accommodation. It is close to Essen Cathedral, shops and nightlife options.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
2 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
Bismarckstr. 48-50, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Mercure Hotel Plaza Essen is located in Essen and features a rooftop terrace and an indoor pool. It is situated in the area's popular nightlife district, which is only a few minutes walk from the Museum Folkwang.
Free Wi-Fi
5.6
Okay
2 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
Hachestrasse 63, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Situated under a 10-minute walk from Essen Central Station, the hotel offers guests an ideal base when visiting Essen. It is ideally located for those wanting to sightsee in the area.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
40 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
Humboldtstrasse 211, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Hotel Schmidt garni provides a comfortable setting when in Essen. It also offers a shoe shine service and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
Location
2.9 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Essen

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Essen. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:October
Average price in Essen:£66/night
Cheapest price found:£19/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Sunday
£22 - £94
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
£53 - £136
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Essen hotels

Browse through properties in Essen that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 490 properties in Essen and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Some of the best Essen hotel options as decided by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£51
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Kennedyplatz 3, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£68
Avg. per night
Huyssenallee 55, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£80
Avg. per night
Viehofer Str. 23, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£55
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Essen, Germany

Discover affordable stays in Essen that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Essen can be found for as low as £39 per night. There is currently one property in Essen that can be booked for this price. The Niu Cobbles is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Essen. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hotels in Essen we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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Friedrichstraße 43, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£39
Avg. per night
Rüttenscheider Straße, 149, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£41
Avg. per night
Am Lichtbogen 1, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£44
Avg. per night
Hollestr. 50, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£48
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Schuetzenbahn 58, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£49
Avg. per night
Am Handelshof,5, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£49
Avg. per night
Frohnhauser Str. 6, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£50
Avg. per night
Hachestr. 30, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£50
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Essen

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2 stars
2 stars and under
Hachestr. 30, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Hollestr. 50, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Am Lichtbogen 1, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
3 stars
3 stars
Viehofer Str. 23, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Hachestrasse 63, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Friedrichstraße 43, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
4 stars
4 stars +
Hachestrasse 10, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Schuetzenbahn 58, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Other accommodations in Essen

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Essen. There are 490 hotels in Essen and price data was last updated on 29 March 2024. The average price for a stay in Essen is £66/night.
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August-Thyssen-Straße 51, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
7.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£212
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Essen

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About Essen

Essen is the metropolitan heart of the Ruhr area of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This densely populated city is ranked seventh-largest in the country and is located primarily north of the River Ruhr encompassing more than fifty boroughs. This former industrial power has been tempered to embrace a desirable theme of commerce and culture.

One of the reigning tourist attractions in Essen is the Zollverein Coal Mining Site and Museum which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and referred to as the most beautiful coal mine in the world. Popular activities in the region include sightseeing throughout the abundance of architectural landmarks, eating at the Schloss Hugenpoet, and shopping around the downtown area. Gruga Park serves as the predominant natural attraction with its Japanese garden and brilliant array of flower beds.

Essen’s local Essener Verkehrs-AG carrier provides for three railways, seven trams, and over fifty buses throughout the region. There are also InterCity Express high-speed train transportation options as well as the nearby Essen/Mülheim Airport. Essen is the central city of the area and is well connected via roadways and Autobahns and heavily used cycling paths.

The history of Essen dates back to before 3,000 BC, with one of the most important findings being a Megalithic tomb. The tomb is considered one of the city’s original architectural samples.

Facts about staying in Essen

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Essen to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Essen?

    Our travellers prefer to stay in places like Stoppenberg, Westviertel, and Holsterhausen while in Essen.

  • What are the best hotels in Essen?

    Select Hotel Handelshof Essen (8.5/10 from 24 reviews), Flowers Hotel Essen (8.8/10 from 35 reviews), and Ghotel Hotel & Living Essen (8.4/10 from 40 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Essen.

  • What is a good hotel near Philharmonie Essen?

    Select Hotel Handelshof Essen is a popular hotel near Philharmonie Essen that is highly recommended, with a score of 8.5 across 24 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Essen near Colosseum Theater?

    The most popular hotel near Colosseum Theater is Select Hotel Handelshof Essen, with 24 HotelsCombined users scoring it 8.5/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Aalto-Theater?

    If you’re visiting Aalto-Theater then the nearby Select Hotel Handelshof Essen is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (24 reviews scoring it at an average 8.5/10).

  • How much do hotels in Essen cost?

    The average price of a hotel in Essen is £84 per night, based on the last 3 days’ data. The average price of a 4-star hotel in Essen around is £75 per night, whereas for a 5-star hotel it’s £168 per night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Essen?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in Essen starting from £40 per night in the last 3 days.

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